Prasanna Kulkarni
About Prasanna Kulkarni
Prasanna Kulkarni is the Senior Regional Lead for Proposal Support at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in bid management across APAC, EMEA, and North America.
Current Position at Coupa Software
Prasanna Kulkarni currently holds the title of Senior Regional Lead, Proposal Support at Coupa Software. Since starting in 2023, he has been based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. He is responsible for overseeing proposal support across multiple regions, ensuring that proposals are meticulously managed and effectively delivered.
Previous Roles at Coupa Software
Before his current role, Prasanna Kulkarni served in various capacities at Coupa Software. From 2020 to 2023, he was the Regional Lead, Proposal Support. Between 2019 and 2020, he took on the responsibilities of a Senior Proposal Manager. Initially joining the company as a Proposal Manager in 2016, he held that position for three years. Each role allowed him to progressively manage more complex bid and proposal operations.
Experience at Capgemini and Other Companies
Prasanna Kulkarni worked at Capgemini as a Senior Consultant in Proposal and Bid Management from 2014 to 2015. His previous roles include Proposal Manager at Ariba, an SAP Company from 2011 to 2014, Specialist in Global Customer References at Oracle in 2010, and Manager of Proposal and Bid Management at Navayuga Infotech Pvt. Ltd. from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as Associate Consultant in Proposal and Bid Management at SRIT from 2007 to 2008. This extensive career has given him robust experience in the field.
Educational Background
Prasanna Kulkarni studied at R.N.S Institute of Technology where he earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) specializing in Marketing. He also holds an Engineer's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Gogte Institute of Technology. Additionally, he completed Pre University at R.L.Science Institute and high school education at MVM in Belgaum.
Experience in Bid Management
With extensive experience in bid management across APAC, EMEA, and North America, Prasanna Kulkarni has developed a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in different regional markets. His expertise enables him to manage proposals efficiently, ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the bidding process.
Mentorship and Team Development
Prasanna Kulkarni is actively involved in mentoring and developing team members in proposal management. His passion for helping others discover and develop a love for proposal management has had a significant impact on those he mentors, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.