
Timeline
About me
Dhoni Fanatic & Cool Under Pressure | Program Management | Global Carrier Strategy Enthusiast | UCaaS & Telecom Leader | MBA (Telecom Management) | PMP & CSM Certified
Education

Scad polytechnic college
2001 - 2004Diploma electronics & communication engineering
Anna university
2004 - 2007Bachelor of engineering (be) electronics & communication engineering first class
Anna university
2008 - 2010Mba telecom managementActivities and Societies: Network Management Telecom Policies & Technology Telecom Services and Information Security Internetworking Technology
Experience

Reliance communications
Jun 2007 - Mar 2012Assistant manager-core networks ( access / nld / ild / in )As Assistant Manager - Core Telecom Switch at Reliance Communications, I managed critical telecom infrastructure, specifically the Ericsson AXE 10 switch and Alcatel-Lucent NGN systems. I ensured seamless operations of core network systems, led troubleshooting efforts, and optimized performance to support business requirements.Key responsibilities:Managed Ericsson AXE 10 and Alcatel-Lucent NGN switch operations and infrastructure.Led troubleshooting and resolved network issues to minimize downtime.Optimized network performance to align with business requirements.Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. Show less

West unified communications services
Apr 2012 - Oct 2014Telecoms team lead - apacAs Telecoms Team Lead for APAC, I managed telecom infrastructure, vendor relationships, and served as the point of contact for customer escalations. I worked closely with global carriers, vendors, and service providers to ensure the reliability and performance of conferencing platforms and telecom systems, delivering exceptional service to clients across the region.Key responsibilities:Managed telecom operations, optimizing conferencing platforms and telecom infrastructure.Led and developed regional teams to drive operational efficiency across APAC.Oversaw vendor and service management, including carrier partnerships, ensuring SLA compliance and optimizing service delivery.Acted as the primary point of contact for customer escalations, resolving issues promptly and ensuring customer satisfaction.Coordinated with vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot and resolve critical issues, minimizing downtime and improving service performance. Show less

Pgi
Oct 2014 - Jun 2016Technical operations managerAs Technical Operations Manager at Premiere Global Conferencing, I oversaw the end-to-end management of conferencing technologies and solutions, ensuring seamless communication across global teams. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, I ensured the reliability, scalability, and continuous improvement of conferencing platforms to meet the evolving needs of clients.Key responsibilities Led the operations of global conferencing services, ensuring high availability and performance.Managed cross-functional teams to implement solutions that drove customer satisfaction and operational excellence.Collaborated with technology and business teams to streamline processes and improve service delivery.Oversaw troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues to minimize downtime.Drove strategic initiatives for infrastructure optimization and service enhancements Show less

West unified communications services
Jun 2016 - Dec 2020As the Carrier Strategy Lead, I led efforts to optimize network performance, reduce costs, and enhance service quality across global telecom operations. I developed and executed strategies that aligned carrier management with business objectives, while ensuring customer satisfaction and service reliability. I also built strong relationships with carriers, negotiated contracts, and utilized data-driven insights to improve network performance.Key responsibilities:Developed and executed carrier strategies, aligning them with business and customer goals.Managed global carrier relationships, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) were consistently met.Optimized carrier performance using KPIs, data analytics, and real-time monitoring tools to drive continuous improvements.Collaborated with internal teams and customers to ensure carrier services met technical requirements and delivered superior customer experiences.Oversaw budgets, mitigated risks, and ensured compliance with industry regulations and carrier agreements.Led and mentored the carrier management team to enhance technical expertise and achieve strategic objectives. Show less As a Technical Project Manager in the Corporate PMO, I led global, technology-driven projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives across multiple regions. I managed all aspects of project delivery, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resources. My role involved coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders worldwide to ensure successful execution. I also focused on risk management and problem-solving, ensuring that technical solutions met both local and global business requirements.Key Skills:Global project planning & executionRisk mitigation & resource managementAgile/Waterfall methodologiesCross-functional team collaborationStakeholder management & communicationTechnical leadership across regions Show less
Head of Carrier Strategy & Management
May 2019 - Dec 2020Technical Project Manager - Corporate PMO
Jun 2016 - May 2019

Ringcentral
Jan 2021 - nowKey leader in building, scaling, and managing GSP partnership agreements and other strategic Programs across globe.Oversee Technical programs to build infrastructure and work with Cross functional teams which includes Product, Engineering , Legal, CloudOps,Sales , Global Carriers, DoT, TRAI and other Government LEAs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements before LaunchLiaison to Leadership teams and Executive sponsors to drive the execution of the program by establishing and reinforcing approved governance and PMO processes Strategic Partnership Management – Nurture authentic and trustful relationships internally and with Service Provider's teams. Responsible for partnership governance, escalations, and risk management to minimize issues and ensure crossfunctional stakeholders deliverFocus on programs related to Telecommunication Operations including Legal Intercepts Demo with DOT/LEAs, Interconnect & MNP Operations.Communication – Serve as central point of contact for leadership and other cross-functional teamsStrategic Planning, Execution & Partnership Management | Cross-functional and Operational Leadership | Tracking and Reporting | Communication Show less
Principal Program Manager - Technology PMO
Jul 2024 - nowSenior Program Manager - Global Cloud Ops
Jan 2021 - Jul 2024
Licenses & Certifications
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Strategic thinking
LinkedinApr 2020 
Project management professional (pmp)
Project management instituteMar 2018
Itil® v3 foundation
Axelos global best practiceOct 2014- View certificate
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Aws certified solutions architect – associate
Amazon web services (aws)Mar 2023 
Certified scrum master ( csm )
Scrum allianceJul 2018
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Shankaranarayanan K - PMPRegional Management Award West UC Sep 2017
- Awarded to Shankaranarayanan K - PMPBest Performer and Medallion Award Winner PGS (Premiere Conferencing Private Ltd) Oct 2015
- Awarded to Shankaranarayanan K - PMPTelecom Team Lead West UC Apr 2014 From Senior Telecoms Engineer promoted as Telecoms Team Lead - APAC
- Awarded to Shankaranarayanan K - PMPBest Performer Reliance Communications Limited Apr 2011
Languages
- enEnglish
- taTamil
- kaKannada
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