Prashant Budhale
About Prashant Budhale
Prashant Budhale serves as the Vice President of Sonic Technology at Inspire Brands, overseeing product, engineering, and support since 2020. He has extensive experience in IT and technology consulting, with previous roles at Yum! Brands, Fujitsu, and Oracle, and holds degrees in Electronics/Electrical Engineering and Finance.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Prashant Budhale serves as the Vice President of Sonic Technology at Inspire Brands, overseeing Product, Engineering, and Support. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of technology initiatives within the organization. His role involves ensuring that technology solutions are effectively implemented and supported, aligning with the company's broader objectives.
Previous Experience at Yum! Brands
Before joining Inspire Brands, Prashant Budhale worked at Yum! Brands as Senior Director of IT from 2015 to 2020. In this role, he focused on Retail Tech Strategy, Point of Sale (POS) systems, product architecture, project management office (PMO), and security. His tenure in the Dallas/Fort Worth area spanned five years, during which he played a key role in advancing the company's technology strategy.
Educational Background
Prashant Budhale earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from Shivaji University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Butler University's Lacy School of Business. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in technology and business management.
Expertise in Agile Portfolio Management
Prashant Budhale possesses expertise in Agile Portfolio Management, which involves overseeing and managing multiple projects and initiatives using agile methodologies. This expertise enables him to effectively coordinate resources and prioritize tasks, ensuring that projects align with organizational goals and deliver value.
Career History in Technology Consulting
Throughout his career, Prashant Budhale has held various roles in technology consulting. He worked at Capgemini as a Manager in Technology Consulting from 2009 to 2011, and at Oracle as a Senior Consultant from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he served as Director of Consulting at Fujitsu from 2011 to 2015, focusing on ERP, CRM, POS, and supply chain solutions. His diverse experience in these roles has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of technology in business.