Venkatesh Ponniah
About Venkatesh Ponniah
Venkatesh Ponniah serves as the Head of North America - India Business at Thoughtworks, where he focuses on business growth and client value. He has a diverse background in leadership roles across various companies, including significant tenures at Thoughtworks and Infosys.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Venkatesh Ponniah serves as the Head of North America - India Business at ThoughtWorks. He has held this position since 2022 and operates from Dallas, Texas. In this role, he is responsible for driving business growth and enhancing client value while also focusing on the evolution of the company culture within a rapidly scaling business unit. His leadership emphasizes the growth of Thoughtworkers in North America.
Previous Experience at ThoughtWorks
Prior to his current role, Venkatesh Ponniah held several positions at ThoughtWorks. He worked as a Portfolio Director from 2019 to 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he oversaw various projects. He also served as Head of Google Partnerships for North America from 2021 to 2022 in Dallas, Texas, and as a Client Partner from 2014 to 2018 in both the United States and India. Additionally, he was a Delivery Principal from 2012 to 2014 in Bangalore, India.
Experience at Infosys
Venkatesh Ponniah worked at Infosys as a Portfolio Leader from 2002 to 2012 in the Bengaluru Area, India. During his ten years at Infosys, he contributed to various projects and initiatives, focusing on portfolio management and client engagement.
Educational Background
Venkatesh Ponniah earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from National Engineering College. This educational foundation has supported his career in technology and business management.
Leadership Focus and Responsibilities
In his leadership role at ThoughtWorks, Venkatesh Ponniah holds executive responsibility for profit and loss management in one of the company's largest global business units. His focus includes driving business growth, enhancing client value, and supporting the professional development of Thoughtworkers in North America.