Venkatesh Sankaran

About Venkatesh Sankaran

I believe that lasting success, whether in business or in life, comes from meaningful, human to human connection. Titles, industries, and technologies may change, but at the heart of every partnership, project, or innovation is a person.My journey, from a humble upbringing that shaped my values to leading companies that operate across continents, has shown me that empathy, authenticity, and deep listening are not just personal traits but strategic advantages. They are what allow teams to collaborate effectively, organizations to grow with purpose, and technology to truly serve people.As CEO of Saguna Consulting and HUGENX, I have had the privilege of working with diverse teams in the U.S. and India, helping businesses anticipate and accelerate their digital transformation while keeping the human experience at the center. I also serve in leadership roles at TiE SoCal, fostering entrepreneurship, mentorship, and community impact.For me, leadership is about more than strategy and execution; it is about creating an environment where people feel valued, ideas flourish, and impact is sustainable.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Saguna Consulting

   Aug 2016 — Present · Irvine, CA, US

   We are a company of builders, visionaries and strategists. We help businesses anticipate, capture, and accelerate their digital transformations. At Saguna Consulting Services, we stand at the Intersection of cutting edge technology and commitment to an enhanced human experience.Headquartered in Irvine, CA with development centers in CA and India, Saguna Consulting is committed to providing technology solutions based on a firm understanding of the unique needs of your business.

Education

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Business Administration, Sales & Marketing with specialization in International Marketing

  1995 — 1997

• KJ Somaiya College of Engineering, Vidyavihar

  Bachelors in Engineering, Electronics

  1989 — 1994

Skills

• Program Management
• Vendor Management
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Management
• Pre-Sales
• Start-Ups
• Software as a Service (Saas)
• Business Development
• Team Management
• Outsourcing
• Leadership
• Information Technology
• Bpo
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Enterprise Software
• Sales Operations
• Professional Services
• Project Management
• Music Teacher
• Management Consulting
• IT Outsourcing
• Crm
• Erp
• Account Management
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Marketing
• Coaching & Mentoring
• Technical Recruiting
• Consulting
• Strategy
• IT Strategy
• Telecommunications
• Business Intelligence
• Software Development
• Business Analysis
• Resource Management
• Sdlc
• Talent Acquisition