Harini Varadaraj, MBA
About Harini Varadaraj, MBA
Harini Varadaraj is a Senior Business Systems Analyst with extensive experience in business analysis and system architecture. She has worked for notable companies such as Newport Global Technologies, UST, and Western & Southern Financial Group, and holds an MBA from The University of Toledo.
Current Role at Western & Southern Financial Group
Harini Varadaraj serves as a Senior Business Systems Analyst at Western & Southern Financial Group. She has been in this role since 2024, working on-site in Cincinnati, Ohio. In her current position, she focuses on analyzing business systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency. Her contributions include involvement in the Project Management Office (PMO) for process improvement initiatives, specifically streamlining the intake process for various projects and ideas.
Previous Experience at UST
Prior to her current role, Harini Varadaraj worked at UST in various capacities. From 2023 to 2024, she was a Senior Business Systems Analyst for Independence Blue Cross, working remotely in the United States. Before that, she held the position of Lead II - Business Analysis for Elevance Health from 2019 to 2023 in Mason, Ohio. In this role, she tailored the ALIP application processing system to meet specific business requirements for life insurance products and managed change requests within ServiceNow.
Experience at Newport Global Technologies, Inc.
Harini Varadaraj worked as a Systems Analyst at Newport Global Technologies, Inc. from 2018 to 2019 in the Columbus, Ohio area. During her one-year tenure, she contributed to various systems analysis projects, enhancing the company's operational capabilities.
Education and Academic Background
Harini Varadaraj holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Information Systems and Operations Management from The University of Toledo. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology from PSG College of Technology. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in business systems analysis.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Harini Varadaraj provides mentorship to fellow Business Analysts. She actively participates in new member interviews, contributing to the development of future analysts and fostering a collaborative work environment.