Himanshu Palsule joined Cornerstone as the Chief Executive Officer in January 2022, bringing more than 35 years of diverse experience leading global organizations with an emphasis on customer-focused innovation, business transformation, and driving growth. Prior to joining Cornerstone, Palsule was President of Epicor where he was responsible for managing vertical businesses and overseeing product operations.
Palsule was previously CTO and head of strategy at Sage Software and has leadership experience from companies such as Open Systems International, Man-Trak and HCL. Palsule holds a Master of Science in software engineering from the University of Saint Thomas, as well as a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology. Palsule actively serves on the board of ChannelAdvisor and has held various other board positions in the past.
Addressing leadership effectiveness is essential for organizational success, especially as the workforce ages. Strategies for maintaining performance and proactive succession planning ensure smooth transitions, highlighting the importance of open dialogues and trusted advisors in making timely decisions about stepping back.
Succession planning involves identifying potential successors, assessing their readiness, and providing opportunities for learning through shadowing and mentorship. This ensures a smooth leadership transition and prepares future leaders to excel.