Lakshmanan (Lax) Venkatesan
About Lakshmanan (Lax) Venkatesan
Lakshmanan (Lax) Venkatesan serves as the Vice President of Information Technology at Corpay and has over 20 years of experience in ERP systems and IT leadership roles, including his tenure at FLEETCOR and McKesson.
Work at FLEETCOR
Lakshmanan Venkatesan has been serving as Vice President of NA - IT at FLEETCOR since 2021. In this role, he oversees various IT initiatives and strategies within the North American region. Prior to this position, he held the role of Senior Director of NA - IT at FLEETCOR for a brief period in 2020, where he contributed to the company's IT operations. His experience at FLEETCOR has allowed him to leverage his extensive background in technology to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at McKesson
Before joining FLEETCOR, Venkatesan worked at McKesson for a total of eight years in various capacities. He served as Director of Operational Excellence and Lead Solution Architect from 2017 to 2020. His responsibilities included driving operational improvements and leading solution architecture efforts. Earlier, he was a Solutions Manager from 2012 to 2017 and an ERP Principal Architect from 2005 to 2012, focusing on custom in-house development applications and ERP systems.
Education and Expertise
Venkatesan holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from Aspen University. He possesses expertise in API management, cloud deployment, and infrastructure consolidation. His educational background and professional experience have equipped him with a strong foundation in ERP systems, including PeopleSoft, SAP, and JDE, spanning over 20 years.
Certifications and Specializations
Lakshmanan Venkatesan holds several professional certifications, including those from Open Group, SAFe, PMP, and Six Sigma. His specializations include cloud strategy and migration, which are critical in today's technology landscape. These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining industry standards and enhancing his skills in IT management.