Mark Pinnes

Background

About Mark Pinnes

As SVP of Partnerships at Machani Group, I drive strategic collaborations across our diverse portfolio of purpose-led businesses. With a legacy dating back to 1934, Machani Group employs people across 22 businesses on three continents, blending precision engineering heritage with cutting-edge innovation in AI, robotics, and sustainable technology. My focus lies primarily with two of our transformative ventures: IndiVillage: An AI-as-a-Service and Impact Outsourcing leader, IndiVillage embodies the principle of doing well by doing good. Our world-class AI Model development team powers solutions that improve cancer detection, boost crop yields, and enhance eCommerce operations globally. We're reshaping the tech services industry with our commitment to talent development, diversity, and excellence- 96% staff retention (vs. 35% industry average)- 50% female workforce (vs. 26% industry average)- 92% college-educated team members - Continuous investment in upskilling and education Machani Robotics: At the forefront of humanoid robotics, we're addressing critical societal challenges. Our AI-powered companion, Ria, is designed to combat loneliness and improve mental health among the elderly, offering a scalable solution for global impact in elder care, education, and nursing support. Throughout my career, I've been driven by the intersection of technology, innovation, and social impact. At Machani Group, I'm privileged to work with teams that are not just pushing technological boundaries, but are actively shaping a more inclusive, efficient, and compassionate future. I'm always eager to connect with like-minded professionals, potential partners, and anyone interested in leveraging technology for positive change. Strategic Partnerships, AI as a Service, Tech for Social Impact, Humanoid Robotics, Innovation Leadership, Global Business Strategy, Emerging Technologies, Public Speaking, Tech Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Digital Transformation, Marketing Strategy, Content Creation, Business Development, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, AI Ethics, Sustainable Technology, Data-driven Decision Making, Product Development, Change Management, Thought Leadership, International Business Relations, Media Relations, Technology Commercialisation, Innovation Ecosystems, Digital Strategy, Start-up Ecosystem, Cross-functional Team Management, Strategic Planning, Corporate Social Responsibility, Brand Storytelling, Public Relations, Machine Learning Applications, Technology Evangelism, Venture Capital, Tech Talent Development