Krishna Chaitanya

About Krishna Chaitanya

Some build from scratch, some optimize what\'s there. I do both—at speed, with structure, and always with accountability.Over the last 14 years, I’ve led strategy and operations across insurance, banking, and consulting—solving problems that matter, building from zero, and scaling execution with structure and ownership. I work best when the mission is ambitious, the path is unclear, and the impact is real.At Star Health, I led a 0→1 build of a new digital distribution vertical—from GTM strategy and KPI design to rollout across 880+ branches. It delivered 23% growth in a quarter and became a core part of the business model. I also ran a $5M cost transformation PMO across infra and ops, and evaluated a JV with a healthtech AI startup—bringing tech innovation into a legacy claims process.At YES BANK, I led market expansion efforts into new sectors like EVs and smart cities—crafting business cases, securing 5+ ecosystem partnerships, and driving a 25% increase in digital adoption. Through the YES SCALE program, I also collaborated with startups to bring their products into enterprise environments—balancing innovation with executional discipline.Earlier, at KPMG and EY, I helped CXOs drive enterprise transformation—leading cross-functional teams, launching analytics platforms, and designing BI tools that improved decision-making speed by 30%.What defines my journey isn’t just the scale or scope—it’s the mindset. I approach every mandate like a builder: with urgency, structure, and clarity. But I do it from inside—navigating real-world constraints, aligning stakeholders, and making it work at scale.If you’re building something new, transforming something old, or need someone to take ownership of the middle—let’s talk.Intrapreneurship | Strategy & Operations | Business Transformation | GTM Strategy | Digital Program Delivery | Chief of Staff Roles | PMO Leadership | KPI & Governance Systems | Innovation Enablement | Cost Optimization | CXO Engagement | Cross-functional Execution

Experience

1. Manager - Finance Strategy & Transformation

   Deloitte

   Aug 2025 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Indian School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance and Strategy

• Osmania University

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Engineering

  2003 — 2007

• Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

  Master's degree, Engineering and Management

  2007 — 2009