Mangalam Nandakumar
About Mangalam Nandakumar
Mangalam Nandakumar serves as a Growth Catalyst in the Office of the Chief Commercial Officer at Thoughtworks, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in product management and consulting, he has held various roles at notable companies, including McKinsey & Company and Rang De, and is an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusivity in organizations.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Mangalam Nandakumar has been working at ThoughtWorks since 2021. He currently holds the position of Growth Catalyst in the Office of the Chief Commercial Officer. In addition to this role, he serves as Market Growth Principal, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives aimed at market expansion and growth. Prior to his current roles, he worked as a Principal Consultant and Delivery Partner at ThoughtWorks from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on delivering impactful solutions to clients.
Previous Experience at McKinsey & Company
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Mangalam Nandakumar worked at McKinsey & Company as a Product Manager from 2017 to 2019. His role involved managing product development and strategy in the Bengaluru Area, India. This experience provided him with insights into high-level consulting and product management practices, which he later applied in his roles at ThoughtWorks.
Education and Expertise
Mangalam Nandakumar holds a Bachelor's degree from Meenakshi College For Women, which he completed from 1994 to 1997. He also earned a Master's degree from Annamalai University between 1997 and 2000. Additionally, he obtained a Diploma in Software Exports from NIIT, completing the program from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in product management and software development.
Achievements in Product Management
Mangalam Nandakumar authored the book 'Lean Product Management: Successful products from fuzzy business ideas,' published in 2018. This work reflects his extensive knowledge in product management and his commitment to sharing best practices in the field. He has also founded two start-ups and has been involved in various organization-level initiatives, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusivity.
Mentorship and Leadership Development
Mangalam Nandakumar specializes in nurturing teams to be autonomous and empowered, fostering a culture of innovation and customer focus. He actively mentors and coaches aspiring leaders, helping them to reach their full potential. His focus on leadership development is a key aspect of his professional contributions.