Lavanya Francis
About Lavanya Francis
Lavanya Francis is a Delivery Lead at Massmutual Financial Group with over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in project delivery and quality assurance.
Current Position at Massmutual Financial Group
Lavanya Francis serves as a Delivery Lead at Massmutual Financial Group in Springfield, Massachusetts, United States. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of various projects within the organization. Her work involves coordinating between different departments, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects meet their objectives within the set timelines. Her expertise in quality assurance and project delivery plays a crucial role in optimizing workflows and achieving the company's goals.
Previous Role at Eversource Energy
From 2017 to 2018, Lavanya Francis worked as a QA Manager at Eversource Energy in Hartford, Connecticut. During her one-year tenure, she focused on implementing quality assurance processes that significantly improved project outcomes. Her role included overseeing QA initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and enhancing overall project quality. Lavanya's contribution was critical to the success of various projects, contributing to more efficient and effective quality assurance practices within the organization.
Experience at Cognizant Technology Solutions
Lavanya Francis worked at Cognizant Technology Solutions as an Associate Project from 2011 to 2017 in Teaneck, New Jersey. Over her six years at Cognizant, she was involved in multiple large-scale projects, primarily in the financial services sector. Her responsibilities included project planning, execution, and delivery, as well as coordinating with various stakeholders. Lavanya's role was instrumental in driving process improvements and ensuring that projects met their quality and performance goals.
Educational Background
Lavanya Francis holds a Master of Business Administration from Bharathidasan University Constituent College, Lalgudi, which she pursued from 2009 to 2011. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering and Communications from the same institution, studied from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bharathidasan University. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial fields, enabling her to effectively manage complex projects and lead diverse teams.
Professional Journey and Expertise
With over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, Lavanya Francis has developed a specialization in project delivery and quality assurance. She has a robust career that includes roles such as Test Engineer at Maveric Systems Limited, Assistant Systems Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services, and Consultant at Saksoft. Lavanya’s experience spans across different geographical locations, from India to the United States, providing her with a global perspective on managing projects and teams. Her unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen allows her to deliver projects successfully while maintaining high-quality standards.