Karan D.
About Karan D.
Karan D. serves as the Director of PMO and Product Operations at Hotel Engine, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in program management and product operations, having held various roles at companies such as DataStax, Yelp, and Citrine Informatics, as well as serving in the US Army.
Current Role at Hotel Engine
Karan D. serves as the Director of PMO & Product Ops at Hotel Engine, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project management operations and product strategies. His focus includes enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring successful product delivery within the organization.
Previous Experience at DataStax
Karan D. has extensive experience at DataStax, where he held multiple roles. He worked as a Senior Technical Program Manager in Engineering from 2020 to 2021 and later served as Senior Manager, Chief of Staff to the CMO for six months in 2023. Additionally, he was the Senior Manager of Product Ops & Strategy from 2021 to 2023, contributing to significant operational improvements.
Background in the US Army
Karan D. has a notable background in the US Army, where he served in various capacities from 2009 to 2019. His roles included Project Manager (Platoon Leader) at Fort Hood, TX, and Senior Program Manager (Operations Officer) in Afghanistan. His military experience provided him with leadership and project management skills applicable in civilian roles.
Education and Academic Achievements
Karan D. holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from San Francisco State University and a Master of Science in Organizational Development and Leadership from the University of the Incarnate Word. He also achieved the SkillBridge Fellowship in 2019, which reflects his commitment to professional development.
Project Management and Collaboration Skills
Karan D. has demonstrated strong project management skills throughout his career. He collaborated with senior leadership at DataStax to overhaul the Initiative Delivery Process, establishing guidelines and templates for an organization of over 200 people. He also developed mechanisms to enhance visibility across company functions, facilitating stakeholder collaboration during product delivery.