Praveen Deshpande, Pmp
About Praveen Deshpande, Pmp
Praveen Deshpande is a Technical Director with extensive experience in project management and program execution across various industries, including steel, coal, and cement. He has held leadership roles at KPMG India and previously worked at notable companies such as PwC and Accenture, contributing to significant projects in India and abroad.
Current Role at KPMG India
Praveen Deshpande serves as a Technical Director at KPMG India. He has been in this role since 2020, focusing on strategic initiatives within the organization. His responsibilities include leading digital program execution strategies and overseeing project management operations.
Previous Experience at PwC
Before joining KPMG, Praveen worked as an Associate Director at PwC from 2017 to 2019. Based in Hyderabad, Telangana, he contributed to various projects, leveraging his expertise in project management and consulting.
Education and Expertise
Praveen Deshpande earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) between 2000 and 2004. He further enhanced his skills by completing a program in Leading with Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at Northwestern University in 2020.
Career Path and Roles
Praveen's career includes significant roles in various organizations. He worked at Accenture in multiple capacities, including Management Consultant and Functional Strategy Senior Manager, from 2011 to 2020. His experience also includes positions at JSW Steel Ltd, Shandong Binani Rongan Cement Company Limited, and Dana Incorporated.
Project Management Achievements
Throughout his career, Praveen has led several key projects. He defined the digital program execution strategy for a 5 MTPA steel expansion program in Karnataka and implemented a PMO for the development of coal mines. He also developed project execution strategies for an alumina refinery project and a zinc/lead growth strategy.