Nandini Rao MBA, Pmp
About Nandini Rao MBA, Pmp
Nandini Rao is the Director of Technology PMO at RingCentral, where she focuses on implementing enterprise-wide SaaS solutions and mentoring teams. With extensive experience in technical and business roles at companies like Cisco Systems and AppDynamics, she excels in stakeholder management, compliance, and delivering customer-focused solutions.
Work at RingCentral
Currently, Nandini Rao serves as the Director of Technology PMO at RingCentral, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing technology project management and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Her focus includes implementing global, cross-functional, and enterprise-wide SaaS solutions. Nandini's experience in stakeholder management and vendor management supports her efforts in driving project success and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Cisco Systems
Nandini Rao worked at Cisco Systems in various roles from 2006 to 2016. Initially, she was a Software Engineer in the Emerging Markets Technology Group from 2006 to 2008. She then transitioned to the Cisco Services Technology Group, where she held positions as a Technical Lead and Senior Software Engineer from 2008 to 2013, followed by a role as Program Manager / Business Operations Manager from 2013 to 2016. Her tenure at Cisco involved bridging technical and business goals, focusing on compliance, governance, and tool standardization.
Experience at AppDynamics and Workday
Nandini Rao served as Senior Manager of Business Strategy & Operations at AppDynamics from 2018 to 2020. In this position, she leveraged her technical skills to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Prior to AppDynamics, she worked at Workday as a Senior Program Manager in the Product and Delivery PMO from 2016 to 2018. Her roles in both organizations emphasized her capabilities in program management and strategic operations.
Education and Expertise
Nandini Rao holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Bangalore University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix. Her educational background supports her expertise in technology project management, negotiation, risk management, and software quality assurance.
Coaching and Mentoring Activities
Nandini Rao actively engages in coaching and mentoring, contributing to the development of emerging professionals in the technology sector. She is involved in intern and university hiring processes, reflecting her commitment to fostering talent and sharing her knowledge within the industry.