Venkatesh Babu

D A R G A H K R I S H N A M U R T H Y V E NK A T E S H BABU Seasoned IT executive with nearly three decades of experience leading high-impact initiatives and managing largescale projects across diverse industries. Renowned for driving strategic innovation, achieving substantial cost savings, and fostering team excellence. Proven entrepreneur with a history of pioneering advancements and generating multimillion dollar Seeking a senior leadership role to leverage extensive expertise in technology management and strategic planning. - -4064, Sobha Forest View, Off Kanakapura Road, Bangalore-62 WORK EXPERIENCE Associate Director/Advisor | Kadel Labs, Bangalore April 2024 – Present • IT Staff Management: Directed the hiring, supervision, and development of IT staff, fostering collaboration among departments and addressing employee concerns and performance issues. • Strategic Goal Setting: Defined and achieved SMART goals for IT systems, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives. • Financial Budget Management: Managed financial budgets and developed proposals, presenting them to executives and stakeholders to secure necessary approvals and funding. • Vendor and Advisor Coordination: Collaborated with external vendors and advisors to enhance IT operations and implement best practices. • Capacity Planning: Oversaw capacity planning to ensure IT systems could meet current and future demands. Senior Delivery Manager | Recosense Infosolutions, Bangalore October 2022 – March 2024 • Project Leadership and Strategy: Spearheaded the strategic planning and execution of high-impact projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and client expectations. • Client Requirements and AI Use Case Evaluation: Conducted thorough assessments of client requirements and potential AI use cases, ensuring alignment with company capabilities and project feasibility. • Executive Decision-Making for Technology: Made strategic decisions regarding the company's technological needs, incorporating insights and feedback from internal teams to optimize technological outcomes. • Research and Development Leadership: Directed research and development initiatives, integrating cutting-edge technology trends into company operations and ensuring the organization stayed ahead of technological advancements. • Strategic Technology Vision Implementation: Set and implemented strategic visions for new technology utilization, aligning technological resources with both immediate and longterm company goals through proactive recruitment. • Project Development and Deployment Management: Managed and coordinated detailed timelines for the development and deployment of technological services, leveraging tools like Jira for effective project management. • Advanced Machine Learning and AI Projects: Led projects focused on machine learning and AI applications, including natural language processing (NLP), speech AI, intelligent document processing, anomaly detection, and computer vision. • Integration of Advanced Tools: Integrated tools like ChatGPT and LLama2 plugins into AI projects for enhanced functionality and efficiency. CORE COMPETENCIES Team Leadership Project Management Strategic Leadership Entrepreneurial Drive System and Process Innovation Business Intelligence Cost Optimization Requirement Gathering Technology Implementation Delivery Excellence Executive Leadership TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY • • • • • • • Technologies/Applications: AI/ML/IOT/Data Science/Data Analytics/Web/Mobile Databases & Operating Systems: DB2, VSAM, Sybase, MongoDB, MySQL, MVS, VOS, UNIX, LAN, Linux, Android, iOS Hardware & Tools: ES9000, IBM3090, STRATUS, PC/AT, AWS, MPLAB, ElasticSearch, D3JS, Mainframe, Stratus, Rational Business Developer, Rdz, XGEN, MicroFocus Modernization Workbench Languages: REACTJS, Embedded C, NODEJS, JAVA, React Native, Meteor, WebRTC, Python, IoT, PhoneGap, Cordova, Android, iOS, Magento, PHP, Computer Vision, COBOL (MF, VS, VOS), JCL, CICS, SOA Testing & Debugging: File-aid, SPUFI, QMF, VSAM Interactive Utility, DB2 Table Editor, MF-CICS, XPEDITOR, Animator Configuration Management & Scheduling: ELIPS, Panvalet, ROSCOE, CA-7, APSDOCS Other Skills: Focus, Eztrieve, Sar, Vision Plus, Alltel, Asset Transformation Workbench TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS • • • • • • • • • • Corporate Governance: Certified Independent Board Director by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) ISO 27001: Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 27001 standards. PMP Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) certified. TOGAF Certification: Certified Enterprise Architect from TOGAF 9 (The Open Group Architecture Framework). Architecture Skills: Advanced training in JAVA/J2EE and SOA Technologies. Mainframe Expertise: Refresher course in mainframe systems at Maintec Computers Pvt. Ltd. VB 5.0 Proficiency: Completed in-house training in Visual Basic 5.0. Hardware Maintenance: Extensive 10-month training. IBM 3090 Training: Three-month specialized training. Database Systems: One and a half years of training in DBase-IV and C++. Technology Head | Deuglo Infosystems, Bangalore October 2019 – September 2022 • Client and Project Assessment: Evaluated client requirements, developed technical project plans, and supported the sales team by resolving technical queries to enhance proposal credibility. • Strategic Vision and Resource Management: Defined the strategic vision for technology use, managed technological resources and budgets, and ensured projects met financial constraints and timelines. • Research, Development, and Compliance: Led research and development initiatives, integrated cutting-edge technology trends, and ensured adherence to regulatory standards. • Team Leadership and IT Delivery: Mentored tech team members, fostering professional growth, and maintained a consumer-focused approach to deliver IT projects effectively to market. CTO/CIO/Co-Founder | Epecate.com (ABSIMPL), Bangalore June 2012 – September 2019 • Product Innovation and Client Management: Led product development and client acquisition, integrating advanced solutions to meet market demands. • Team Leadership and Development: Built and guided a high-performing team, optimizing resources and enhancing productivity. • Project and Budget Management: Managed the full product lifecycle and budgets, achieving cost savings through precise scoping and resource optimization. • R&D and Compliance: Directed research initiatives, incorporating IoT and embedded solutions, while ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to best practices. Technical Project Manager & Group Architect | HCL Technologies Ltd., Bangalore September 2010 – February 2012 • Solutioning and Consulting: Provided expert technical support and led solutioning and consulting activities, boosting sales and enhancing client satisfaction. • Process Documentation and Modernization: Managed legacy system modernization and documentation, conducting technical audits and ensuring seamless project execution. IT Architect Group Technical Manager | IBM India Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore April 2006 – August 2010 • SOA and Architecture Leadership: Led SOA initiatives and architecture discussions, providing strategic direction and technical expertise to mainframe clients. • Training and Team Development: Conducted technical training sessions and webinars, mentoring junior architects and ensuring high-quality solution delivery. PRIOR EXPERIENCES Technical Architect & Project Manager | Syntel, Pune December 2005 – March 2006 Technical Specialist & Project Manager | NIIT, Bangalore October 2003 – December 2005 PROJECTS MANAGED • • • • • • • • • • • • PERFORMANCE MILESTONES • • • • • • • Systems Manager | WIPRO, Bangalore June 2000 – September 2003 Senior System Analyst | ADSI India, Bangalore March 1998 – May 2000 Systems Executive | IIS Infotech Ltd., Delhi June 1996 – July 1997 Systems Engineer | Visesh Technologies, Bangalore February 1994 – May 1996 EPECATE/ABSIMPL/DEUGLO: Developed NGDLE for higher education with smart LMS, live streaming, flip classes, and virtual labs; partnered with XDESIGN for IoT solutions; led product development, client acquisition, and market validation. Mainframe Clients (Global HCL Accounts): Provided solutioning, architecting, and consulting for mainframe projects; conducted due diligence and managed POC phases for clients like RBS UK and UHG. IBM India Pvt. Ltd.: Directed SOA initiatives, architecture discussions, and pre-sales activities for mainframe clients; provided expert technical support and conducted trainings. American Express: Designed and managed the migration from AS400 to Mainframe, leading a team of 120 in the successful implementation. Tijari (BCB, Malaysia): Developed and launched a new bank, Commerce Tijari Bank Bhd, as a subsidiary of Bumiputra Commerce Bank, leading a team of 20. ING USA: Managed the migration of existing tools to IBM tools, ensuring a seamless transition for the client. ITT Technical Institute, USA: Ported a mainframebased roster system to Oracle and Java applications on a Sun Solaris platform. Hitachi Hybrid, Toyo Rubber: Led technical efforts and managed a team of 3 in the project implementation. IBJ Securities (Mizuho International Plc.): Managed systems for Mizuho International Plc., overseeing a team of 7 in the project's success. GAI (Great American Insurance Company): Led a team of 7 in the enhancement and maintenance of systems for GAI. BASIS (Great American Life Insurance Company): Managed a team of 10 in the development and maintenance of systems for GALIC. Visesh Technologies: Managed multiple enhancements, developments, and system maintenance projects, progressing from Programmer to Senior Team Leader. • Directed diverse IT teams, balancing resources, demand, opportunity, ROI, and risk to achieve optimal outcomes. Achieved over $10 Million in annual cost savings through strategic improvement programs and resource optimization. Led $15 Million worth of projects, executing 12 consulting and implementation initiatives across domestic and international locations. Pioneered industry innovations through over 7 years of entrepreneurial experience, driving multi-million-dollar opportunities and revenue growth. Designed and implemented advanced systems and processes in startups and established companies, enhancing technology and business efficiency. Launched a new bank ahead of schedule, coordinating a team of 25 in a previous role with EDS, Malaysia. Directed programs with budgets from $1 Million to $25 Million, effectively managing risk and optimizing development models. Expanded MIZUHO Securities' offshore team from 5 to 20 members, significantly improving project outcomes. EDUCATION • • Software Engineering Diploma | APTECH (1993) B.E. in Electrical Engineering | University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (1991)