Nishant Awasthi
About Nishant Awasthi
Nishant Awasthi serves as the Regional Practice Lead for Business Consulting Services at Centric Consulting, where he focuses on strategy, operational excellence, and enterprise project portfolio management. With a strong background in technology strategy and extensive experience across various industries, he has held multiple roles in leading organizations and has contributed to significant strategic initiatives.
Work at Centric Consulting
Nishant Awasthi has been serving as the Regional Practice Lead for Business Consulting Services at Centric Consulting since 2019. In this role, he focuses on strategy, operational excellence, and enterprise project portfolio management (EPPM). His responsibilities include leading enterprise program management advisory services and providing strategic guidance to clients across various industries, including financial services and high-tech sectors.
Education and Expertise
Nishant Awasthi has a robust educational background, having studied at several prestigious institutions. He earned an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he was on the Dean's List and received the Dean's Distinguished Service Award. He also completed Executive Education in Business Strategy and Financial Acumen at INSEAD. Additionally, he holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from The University of Akron and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
Background
Nishant Awasthi has a diverse professional background that spans over two decades. He began his career as an Associate Application Developer at Progressive Insurance and progressed through various roles, including Senior Application Developer and Lead Application Developer. He also worked as a Product Manager at GHX and as a Senior Principal Technologist at Technisar Inc. His experience includes significant roles at Accenture as a Senior Technology Strategy Manager and at Vanguard Solutions Group as a Web Developer/Network Engineer Intern.
Achievements
Nishant Awasthi has made notable contributions in the field of business consulting and technology strategy. He has served as a trusted advisor to C-Suite executives and senior leaders, providing insights on technology strategy and transformation. He has participated in M&A integration and divestitures, focusing on operating model design. Additionally, he holds several certifications, including AWS Cloud Practitioner and PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, which enhance his expertise in project management and technology.
Certifications and Skills
Nishant Awasthi holds multiple certifications that reflect his expertise in project management and technology. He is certified as an AWS Cloud Practitioner, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, and PMI Project Management Professional. He also completed a Green-Belt Six Sigma course at Villanova University, which has further developed his skills in business process excellence. His strong background in IT vendor management and negotiations supports his strategic change management initiatives.