Pradeep Ganapathy Raj
About Pradeep Ganapathy Raj
Pradeep Ganapathy Raj is the Senior Vice President of Product at Sinch, where he has worked since 2020. He has over two decades of experience in product management, having held key positions at companies such as Microsoft, Yammer, and Zipwhip.
Current Role at Sinch
Pradeep Ganapathy Raj serves as the Senior VP of Product at Sinch, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, focusing on delivering innovative solutions in the cloud communications space. His leadership contributes to the company's mission of enhancing customer engagement through advanced technology.
Professional Experience at Yammer and Microsoft
Prior to his current role, Pradeep worked at Yammer, Inc. as Head of Product Management from 2014 to 2018. He led product initiatives that improved workplace collaboration. Before that, he spent 13 years at Microsoft as Director of Product Management, where he played a key role in developing cloud products. His tenure at both companies was marked by significant contributions to product management and strategy.
Background in Product Management
Pradeep has extensive experience in product management, having worked in various domains including business texting, workplace collaboration, project management, CRM, and e-commerce. His expertise includes building and managing teams across different business divisions and geographical locations, which has enabled him to deliver cloud products effectively.
Education and Qualifications
Pradeep holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE Hons) in Electrical and Electronics from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The Wharton School, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. His educational background supports his extensive career in product management and technology.
Recruitment and Mentorship Initiatives
In addition to his product management responsibilities, Pradeep is actively involved in recruiting and mentoring product professionals. He encourages interested candidates to reach out for opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and development within the industry. His commitment to mentorship helps cultivate the next generation of product leaders.