Who is the SVP, Ecosystem, Strategic Partners and Initiatives of IBM?

Kareem Yusuf is the Senior Vice President, Ecosystem, Strategic Partners and Initiatives of IBM, as of July 2026. At IBM for more than 25 years.

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Kareem Yusuf Senior Vice President, Ecosystem, Strategic Partners and Initiatives, IBM At IBM for more than 25 years

Kareem Yusuf leads IBM's work to expand its global ecosystem, elevate partnerships and scale new business opportunities and strategic alliances. He has been at IBM for over 25 years and most recently served as senior vice president of product management and growth for IBM Software, responsible for product management and design across the software business including its AI portfolio. He previously held senior roles as general manager of Sustainability Software and general manager of IoT, with experience spanning software development, SaaS operations, mergers and acquisitions and field technical sales.

EducationUniversity of Leeds (PhD)
Contact••••@ibm.com (reveal in Sheets with Derrick)

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Who is Kareem Yusuf?
Kareem Yusuf is the Senior Vice President, Ecosystem, Strategic Partners and Initiatives of IBM (as of July 2026). At IBM for more than 25 years. You can see their background and career history above.
What is Kareem Yusuf's background?
Kareem Yusuf leads IBM's work to expand its global ecosystem, elevate partnerships and scale new business opportunities and strategic alliances. He has been at IBM for over 25 years and most recently served as senior vice president of product management and growth for IBM Software, responsible for product management and design across the software business including its AI portfolio. He previously held senior roles as general manager of Sustainability Software and general manager of IoT, with experience spanning software development, SaaS operations, mergers and acquisitions and field technical sales.
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