Shekhar Somanath
About Shekhar Somanath
Shekhar Somanath serves as the Head of Global Partner Marketing and Strategic Alliances at Treasure Data, where he has worked since 2022. He has a strong background in partnerships and marketing, with previous roles at companies such as Arm, Qualcomm, and Motorola, and holds advanced degrees in engineering and business.
Work at Treasure Data
Shekhar Somanath serves as the Head of Global Partner Marketing, Strategic Alliances at Treasure Data, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the implementation of partner and channel programs that support the execution of go-to-market strategies for partner-based routes. His responsibilities include developing and managing strategic alliances with various partners, including cloud vendors and consultancies, to drive business growth.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Shekhar Somanath held several key positions in the technology sector. He worked at Arm, IoT Services Group as Global Head of Partnerships, Partner and Product Marketing from 2018 to 2020. He also served as Director of Partnerships & Ecosystems at Qualcomm from 2011 to 2018. His earlier roles include Group Product Manager at Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd. and Senior Product Manager at Motorola.
Education and Expertise
Shekhar Somanath holds a Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Marquette University and a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Computer Engineering from the University of Mysore. He also earned an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he studied Strategy, Marketing, and Finance. His educational background complements his extensive expertise in integrating customer data and leveraging AI and machine learning for enhanced marketing and operations.
International Experience
Shekhar Somanath has extensive international experience in developing partnerships and customer relationships across various regions, including the USA, Europe, and Asia. His work has involved building strategic alliances with cloud vendors and technology partners, enhancing the capabilities of organizations he has worked with. This global perspective informs his approach to marketing and business development.
Achievements in Business Growth
Throughout his career, Shekhar Somanath has demonstrated a proven track record of driving business growth through the commercialization and scaling of new products and services. His experience spans both startup environments and large corporations, showcasing his ability to adapt strategies to different organizational contexts and market demands.