Anantharaman (Anant) has overall 30+ years of Deep and Broad IT experience covering Product Development, Operations, Strategy , Contract Management and Global Delivery Transformation for “Platinum” customers.Ananth has turned around large "troubled" programs ($100M annual revenue) as well as negotiated "mega deals" ( $50M - $400M)He has set up Global Delivery Centers for key clients as a seamless extension of their operationsHe has also defined and executed strategy for APAC Global Delivery, apart from setting up and leading business operations for the India Center.He has mentored and coached several managers into leadership positions globally.Anant is a renowned speaker in many forums across the globe, including various universities. He has served as Industry representative in the board of few Universities.Currently, post retirement from IBM, he is working as an Independent Business Advisor, Mentor and coach. He is the advisor and mentor for a few startups, under GOI Nidhi Prayas scheme.Specialties: Leading Strategic Initiatives, Large Program Management, Product Development, Client Relationship Management, Project / Program turn-arounds, establishing Dedicated Development Centers.Services offered: Leadership Development, Business Development, Executive Coaching/Training, Business Strategy