Hersh Mahavni
About Hersh Mahavni
Hersh Mahavni serves as the VP of Tech Ops & Trust at Planful, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in cloud solutions, software development, and team management, having held various leadership roles at companies such as PayPal, Yahoo!, and Acesse.
Current Role at Planful
Hersh Mahavni serves as the Vice President of Tech Operations and Trust at Planful. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's operational strategies and trust initiatives. His role involves overseeing technology operations and ensuring that the company's systems and processes align with industry standards and best practices.
Previous Experience in Technology Operations
Prior to his current role, Hersh Mahavni held several significant positions in technology operations. He worked at Zuora as Director of Service Operations from 2015 to 2016. Before that, he was the Director of IT and Operations at Acesse from 2013 to 2015. His experience also includes a role as Senior Service Engineering Manager at Yahoo! from 2011 to 2013 and as a Cloud Engineering Manager at PayPal for a brief period in 2011.
Educational Background
Hersh Mahavni studied at California State University - East Bay, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Information Systems, both completed between 1994 and 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in technology and operations.
Expertise in Cloud Solutions
Hersh Mahavni has extensive expertise in designing and integrating public, private, and hybrid cloud solutions. He specializes in hybrid cloud solution architecture, utilizing platforms such as AWS, Azure, VMware, and OpenStack. His skills encompass both Agile and Waterfall methodologies in software development, as well as a strong background in DevOps and the software development life cycle (SDLC).
Leadership and Management Skills
Hersh Mahavni has a proven track record of recruiting, managing, and empowering multi-disciplinary teams. He possesses strong consultancy skills, which aid in strategizing and commercializing cloud solutions. His experience includes strategic planning and business analysis, contributing to product development and management in various fast-paced start-up environments.