Bobby Napiltonia

Bobby Napiltonia is a veteran technology leader with over 36 years of experience building and delivering transformative technologies that shape how we live and work today. A visionary with deep expertise across GTM strategy, cloud computing, APIs, GenAI, robotics, deep tech, open source, and ecosystems, Bobby has dedicated his career to driving innovation and meaningful growth in the tech world.

At Salesforce, Bobby led the creation of the AppExchange alongside Marc Benioff, a platform that became the foundation for a trillion-dollar cloud ecosystem and inspired many of today’s most successful technology companies. From enabling computers to produce sound at Creative Labs to powering communication technology at Twilio, Bobby’s work has influenced how people connect, create, and collaborate every day.

His leadership philosophy is grounded in strategic foresight, authenticity, and inclusion, ensuring that as technology evolves, it does so in service of people. Known for his ability to scale startups to over $1 billion in sales, Bobby brings both vision and discipline to turning innovation into impact.

Outside of his professional life, Bobby finds joy in fatherhood and in advancing the life of students at the University level. His commitment to mentorship and representation continues to shape the future of tech.