Pradeep Thirukumaran, Pmp
About Pradeep Thirukumaran, Pmp
Pradeep Thirukumaran is a Senior Project Manager at Talkdesk in Canada with extensive experience in IT and project management roles across various organizations.
Current Role as Senior Project Manager at Talkdesk
Pradeep Thirukumaran is currently a Senior Project Manager at Talkdesk, based in Canada. In this role, he is involved in delivering enterprise projects across North America and globally. His responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring timely delivery, and managing stakeholder expectations. His expertise in project management and information technology allows him to handle complex projects efficiently.
Previous Experience at Chemtrade
Prior to his current role, Pradeep Thirukumaran spent 15 years at Chemtrade, a commodity chemical manufacturing company, from 2006 to 2021. He started as a senior analyst and eventually rose to the position of Senior Manager of Information Technology. During his tenure, he managed enterprise IT operations and projects, significantly contributing to the company's technological advancement.
Experience at End to End Networks and Polytainers Inc.
Before joining Chemtrade, Pradeep Thirukumaran worked for End to End Networks in Markham, Ontario, as a Project Manager and Solutions Architect from 2005 to 2006. He managed enterprise projects throughout Canada for the retail industries. From 1997 to 2005, he served as a Senior Network Analyst at Polytainers Inc., in Etobicoke, Ontario, focusing on network solutions and infrastructure.
Early Career at Arthur C Clarke Institute
Pradeep Thirukumaran began his career at the Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies in Colombo, Sri Lanka, where he worked as an IT Engineer for Underwater and Space Research Technologies from 1993 to 1996. This role allowed him to collaborate with the famous scientist and author Dr. Arthur C. Clarke, honing his skills in technical engineering and research.
Educational Background and Mentorship
Pradeep Thirukumaran holds an MBA from Aston University, completed from 2019 to 2021. He also studied Sustainable Business Strategy at Harvard University in 2019 and achieved Management Fundamentals at the University of Waterloo. Additionally, he has served as a Mentor and Coach for Aston University MSC students and acts as a Global Ambassador for international students.
Philanthropy and Global Outreach
Pradeep Thirukumaran is a Global Ambassador for the Friends Lanka Child Foundation (FLCF), sponsoring and leading charity organizing efforts. He is involved in various local and international charity organizations. He serves as a lead director and board member for initiatives supporting less fortunate children in Sri Lanka and India. Additionally, he is a global spokesperson and mentor for developing leaders in global communities, including Kenya and East Asia.