About Clearpepper

Chief Executive Officer

Antony Lovell

Antony spearheaded the development of Vuealta’s supply chain applications, guiding them from inception to a successful acquisition by Anaplan in just four years. He then led Anaplan’s supply chain business, driving innovation and scaling the world’s leading cloud planning platform to contribute to $1 billion in ARR. Now, as CEO of Clearpepper, Antony’s vision is pioneering the future of AI-driven supply chain transformation, combining cutting-edge digital twin technology, graph databases, and machine learning to revolutionize planning, forecasting, and decision-making for enterprises worldwide.

Chief Product Officer

Benjamin Addison

As co-founder of Vuealta’s Applications division, Ben led the development of pre-configured supply chain planning solutions on the Anaplan platform. These solutions were later acquired by Anaplan and now form the foundation of its supply chain offering. Continuously striving for innovation, Ben now brings his expertise to Clearpepper, playing a pivotal role in advancing our AI-driven supply chain solutions. His leadership ensures our solutions streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and deliver a competitive edge for clients in today’s increasingly complex supply chains.

Chief Innovation Officer

Professor Emel Aktas

With 20 years of experience in supply chain analytics, Emel is a leading expert in applying modeling and AI for decision analysis across transport, retail, and manufacturing sectors. As a professor at Cranfield University, Emel has been at the forefront of research, enabling organizations to harness enterprise and external data through advanced supply chain analytics to drive digital transformation. Her expertise and innovative vision are instrumental in shaping the future of intelligent supply chain solutions at Clearpepper.

Chief Technology Officer

Sharath Bobba

With over 20 years of experience in supply chain technology - including industry leaders like Aera and Anaplan - Sharath brings an exceptional track record of driving business process innovation through the application of cutting-edge technology. His profound expertise, paired with a strategic vision, positions him perfectly to spearhead the integration of engineering, technology, and innovation at Clearpepper.

Chief Research and Innovation Officer

Professor Mike Bernon

With 30 years of experience as a thought leader, practitioner, consultant, and professor in supply chain strategy, Mike brings a wealth of expertise to the field. As a major recipient of research funding from esteemed organizations, including the World Bank, Mike has consistently contributed to advancing supply chain knowledge and innovation. As a seasoned consultant and renowned presenter, Mike has collaborated with numerous companies to drive successful supply chain digital transformation projects, delivering impactful results and fostering industry-wide change.