Yesh Premkumar
About Yesh Premkumar
Yesh Premkumar serves as the Head of Product for Aircraft and Ecosystem at Supernal, where he has worked since 2022. He has a strong background in product strategy and leadership, with previous roles at BAE Systems and advanced degrees from multiple prestigious institutions.
Work at Supernal
Yesh Premkumar currently serves as the Head of Product - Aircraft and Ecosystem at Supernal, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategic initiatives related to aircraft and ecosystem integration. Prior to this position, he worked as Sr. Lead, Global Partnerships: Infrastructure & Ecosystems at Supernal from 2020 to 2022. His work focuses on fostering partnerships and developing infrastructure solutions that align with the company's vision in the aviation sector.
Education and Expertise
Yesh Premkumar holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Binghamton University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2020 to 2022. In 2022, he completed programs at both Columbia Business School and Wharton Executive Education, enhancing his business acumen and leadership skills. His expertise spans mobility, energy, and infrastructure, contributing to his effectiveness in product strategy and market penetration.
Background in BAE Systems
Yesh Premkumar has extensive experience at BAE Systems, where he held multiple roles over a span of 14 years. He began as a System Engineer in Aerospace from 2004 to 2005, then transitioned to Project Manager for Emerging Technology in Ground Transportation and Maritime from 2007 to 2012. He served as the New Business Capture Manager for Aviation and Transportation from 2005 to 2007, and later as P&L Leader for Emerging Transportation Markets from 2012 to 2018. His roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of program and product strategy.
Achievements in Market Strategy
Throughout his career, Yesh Premkumar has successfully penetrated new markets and redefined strategies that have strengthened company profitability and longevity. His ability to bridge disparate mindsets has enabled him to drive consensus-driven conversations among diverse stakeholders. He is recognized for empowering teams to take accountability and achieve positive results through an authentic leadership style.