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Meet the Team

Our team is why Teton Cloud Consulting is the perfect partner for accelerating growth and driving high-impact outcomes.

Teton Cloud is composed of experienced professionals passionate about accelerating your growth journey. We bring deep expertise, innovative thinking, and a commitment to helping you define your vision, align your resources, and execute a well-built strategy that drives successful cloud transformation.

Executive TeamLeadership & Operations

Executive Board

Steve Zipperman

Managing Executive Partner

Stephen Zipperman is an executive leader with exceptional expertise in global strategy, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With over 25 years of experience, he has built and overseen multibillion-dollar P&Ls, driving growth, shareholder value, and strategic business transformation for Fortune 500 companies. As Managing Partner at Teton, Stephen leads the firm’s vision, go-to-market strategy, and client engagement, helping enterprise organizations accelerate cloud adoption. His collaborative leadership and deep international experience make him a trusted advisor and driving force behind Teton’s continued growth and innovation.

Walt Zipperman

Chairman of the Board

Walt is a visionary technology executive and founder of DAZ Systems, which became the world’s largest implementer of Oracle SaaS applications before its acquisition by Accenture. As Chairman of the Board and Teton Cloud Consulting, he brings decades of leadership in enterprise consulting and strategic transformation. Walt is also recognized for his philanthropic and academic contributions, including the Zipperman Scholars Program at the University of Arizona’s Eller College. His legacy is defined by innovation, mentorship, and a commitment to shaping the future of Teton Cloud Consulting.

Deborah Arnold

Board Chair

Deborah is the co-founder and former President of DAZ Systems. With over 30 years of experience in enterprise software, she brings deep expertise in strategic growth, marketing, and operational leadership. At Teton Cloud Consulting, Deborah will help guide board-level strategy, mentor executive leadership, and support the company’s expansion into new markets and verticals. Her proven track record in scaling technology businesses and building high-performance teams makes her a vital asset in shaping Teton’s future

Client Leadership & Operations

Paul Johnson

Managing Partner, Delivery

Paul Johnson is a seasoned strategic leader with deep expertise in technology and consulting, known for managing large-scale delivery operations and driving substantial P&L performance. At Teton Cloud Consulting, Paul leads the firm’s delivery organization, ensuring operational excellence, client satisfaction, and scalable execution across cloud transformation initiatives. His ability to navigate complex business environments, foster innovation, and implement transparent, results-driven processes makes him a critical force in achieving Teton’s strategic objectives. Paul’s leadership is instrumental in aligning teams, optimizing delivery frameworks, and accelerating value for enterprise clients.

Sridhar Vasudevan

Chief Technology Officer

With over 30 years of experience in enterprise architecture and technology consulting, Sri brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to his role as Chief Technology Officer at Teton Cloud Consulting. His multidisciplinary background and focus on aligning technology with business outcomes have enabled him to lead and deliver complex, multimillion-dollar transformation and managed services programs across industries. At Teton, Sri drives the firm’s technical vision, oversees solution architecture, and ensures that innovation is embedded in every client engagement. His leadership is instrumental in shaping scalable, future-ready cloud strategies that deliver measurable impact.

Michael Hart

Partner, Delivery

Michael Hart is a senior leader at Teton Cloud Consulting, where he helps clients strengthen IT strategy, resilience, and infrastructure performance. Drawing on decades of experience leading cloud, VMware, and data center practices, Michael guides organizations through complex technology challenges. At Teton, he focuses on enabling delivery excellence, mentoring teams, and building trusted client partnerships that drive long-term success.

Brooke Barnes

Managing Partner, Operations

Brooke Barnes is a results-driven operations executive with a strong background in project management, organizational strategy, and team leadership. She has led complex initiatives across diverse industries, consistently delivering streamlined processes, improved efficiency, and scalable growth. At Teton Cloud Consulting, Brooke oversees internal operations, driving alignment across departments and ensuring excellence in client delivery and execution. Her strategic mindset, collaborative approach, and commitment to operational excellence make her a key contributor to the company’s continued success.

Sunil Anuhja

Advisor

Sunil is a senior leader with 25+ years of experience in IT consulting, global team management, and establishing and operationalizing business units at scale. He has a proven track record of driving strategic growth, operational efficiency, and substantial revenue generation at companies like Accenture, Dell Technologies, Insight, and Core BTS. Sunil’s extensive expertise in strategy, P&L management, delivery, partner management, and sales enablement, combined with his commitment to diversity and team empowerment, make him a valuable asset for guiding Teton Cloud Consulting’s growth trajectory.

Steve Zimmerman

Senior Client Partner

Stephen Zimmerman is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in enterprise IT, consulting business development, and practice leadership. At Teton Cloud Consulting, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, building high-performing teams, and delivering transformative cloud solutions to Fortune 1000 and global clients. His deep expertise in digital transformation and client engagement helps drive innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value. Stephen’s leadership is defined by a passion for developing scalable services organizations and forging trusted partnerships that accelerate business outcomes.

Kris Payne

Senior Client Partner

With more than 25 years in enterprise technology, Kris Payne is a strategic partner at Teton Cloud Consulting, where they help organizations transform IT operations and unlock business value through cloud adoption, modernization, and data strategy. Kris previously led Cloud Native Platforms at NTT DATA and served as a Client Solutions Director at Insight Enterprises, bringing deep expertise in cloud architecture, digital transformation, and modern Data & AI solutions. At Teton, Kris works closely with clients to accelerate innovation and deliver measurable outcomes across their digital initiatives.

Scott Wheeler

Client Partner

Scott Wheeler leads strategic partnerships at Teton Cloud Consulting, focusing on cloud adoption, modernization, and AI innovation through the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. He works closely with enterprise clients and Microsoft sellers to align business development with partner strategy and drive measurable outcomes. Scott plays a key role in expanding Teton’s presence within the Microsoft ecosystem and accelerating enterprise transformation. His leadership strengthens Teton’s ability to deliver impactful, scalable cloud solutions.

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