Praveen Nimmala

About Praveen Nimmala

A global strategic transformation leader in digital & business transformation, technology, and engineering services with 19 years of experience in the industry, I have developed and delivered large-scale, multi-million dollar engagements, leading global teams and pioneering complex strategic initiatives for Fortune 500 clients across diverse domains. Passionate in re-imagining how technology could help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) drive growth towards large enterprises. Known as a visionary with a proven track record in technology and management consulting with diverse industry domains ranging from Financial Services, Airlines-Transportation, State Governments, P&C Insurance and Digital Solutions for fortune 500 clients like JP Morgan Chase, HSBC, Walmart, Nike, Adidas, British Telecom, GE, Microsoft, Aerlingus, US Airways (American Airlines), AZ State Government, Xerox Holdings, Disney, American Family Insurance, Nationwide, State-Farm, USAA, and Travelers. Adept in Strategy, Digital Business Transformation, Business Development, Operations, Consulting, Product Management, Change Management, Data Governance, Business Intelligence, Risk Management, Budgeting, Marketing, Delivery, Forecasting & Project Management. I hold an MBA from Kellogg School of Management - Northwestern University, and I am certified in project planning and management, engagement management, and risk management. My core competencies include: • Strategies for Growth • Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM) • Route-to-Market Strategy • Omnichannel Strategy • Digital Transformation • Innovation and R&D • Partner Strategy & Management • Technology Implementation • Customer Success Engagement • Product and Risk Management • Operations Management • Global Operations • Cloud Transformation & Strategy I also believe in giving back to the society and invest time in contributing towards community services that create social impact and achieve the United Nations SDGs. • UN SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being • UN SDG 4: Quality Education • UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis at a competitive level and following the latest trends and developments in the field of business and technology.

Experience

1. Associate Director

   Capgemini

   May 2020 — Present

   Leading a multi-million portfolio business modernization and digital transformation projects for Tier-1 client by reducing 12% in operating costs, redesigning operational workflows, improving daily business operations, and by enabling new sales and revenue streams. Drive Corporate Strategy and technology innovation. Support business outcomes and results, oversee the continuous development, activation, and support of partner programs. Reporting on KPIs along the way, analyze the effects of new partner programs and investments, and communicate results to senior leadership. Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure on-time delivery and effective resource allocation. Devise and implementing plans & processes that drive profits through the roof. Effective Cross-Functional Team Management and Global Portfolio Delivery. Build strong relationships with business partners and stakeholders, managing expectations and resolving issues.

Education

• WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management

  Exchange Program, Business Administration and Management, General

• Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Osmania University

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

• Dublin Business School

  Master's degree, Business and Information Systems