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Geetha Doddaveerappa

Geetha Doddaveerappa

Bangalore

Summary

Senior Operations Leader with 20 years of experience in Health Insurance, Consulting, Financial Services, Retirement Operations, and Global Transitions, currently serving as Director at Empower. Proven track record of scaling operations (3x growth), driving large-scale transitions (500+ FTE), and delivering high-impact transformation through automation, governance, and global operating models. Strong expertise in building offshore capability, achieving near-perfect quality (99.99%), and leading high-performing teams with industry-leading engagement (eNPS 87). PMP-certified leader with deep experience in operations strategy, risk management, and digital transformation. Committed to promote Diversity & inclusion, and Mentorship for leaders.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Operations

Empower
Bengaluru
08.2018 - Current

Scaled operations from 21 to 70 FTE, achieving 3.3x growth in processing and client solutions.

Delivered 28% year-over-year volume growth, increasing transactions from 0.8 million to 1.16 million with accuracy rates of 99.58% internally and 99.998% externally.

Enhanced productivity to approximately 93% volume per FTE through workforce and process optimization.

Developed India capability, contributing around 40% of global volumes and improving US-India parity from 1:1.5 to 1:1.

Maintained stringent financial controls, minimizing general ledger and fraud exposure.

Executed operations within budget while achieving significant scaling.

Led transitions involving over 500 FTE, including MassMutual (185 HC), TriNet (36 HC), and TCS migration (100+ HC).

Achieved over 98% retention and 100% retention of top talent across multiple years.

PMO & Transition Manager

Xchanging (DXC Technology)
Bengaluru
02.2014 - 07.2018
  • Led migration of 300+ FTE from US and UK to India without business-as-usual disruption.
  • Served as primary contact for India operations, managing 1,000 employees across four locations to ensure operational alignment.
  • Oversaw budgeting governance and coordinated with key stakeholders to align financial objectives and operational strategies.
  • Implemented tools including Concur RPA initiatives and Workday integrations to enhance efficiency.
  • Created centralized reporting systems that automated workforce and attrition analysis, improving data accessibility for decision-making.

Operations & Knowledge Transfer Management

Xchanging
Bengaluru
09.2007 - 02.2014
  • Directed operations and knowledge transfer for US insurance brokerage and risk management, ensuring seamless integration and compliance across processes.
  • Managed a team of 50 members, achieving strong service level agreements and client relationship performance.
  • Conducted onsite knowledge transfer sessions in Chicago and Denver, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Facilitated training programs that enhanced operational efficiency and equipped employees with essential skills for their roles.

Senior Analyst

Hinduja Global Solutions
Bengaluru
01.2005 - 09.2007
  • Promoted to senior analyst due to exceptional contributions and leadership capabilities.
  • Received recognition for achieving SLA excellence through process management and performance optimization.
  • Managed claims adjudication and email support operations, delivering high-quality service to stakeholders.
  • Guided junior analysts in skill enhancement and professional development.

Education

B.D.S. -

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Bangalore

Skills

  • Operations strategy
  • Digital transformation
  • Automation and RPA
  • Workforce optimization
  • Risk management and compliance
  • Financial governance
  • Data analytics
  • Business intelligence
  • Stakeholder management
  • Team leadership

Certification

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• CEBS (Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania)
• FINRA Series 99
• TA101 Transactional Analysis Certification (ITAA)
• AI Career Accelerator Certification (AI tools & strategies)
• Attended NASSCOM, Deloitte BPO Summits
• Active participation in CSR and leadership development initiatives

Timeline

Director, Operations

Empower
08.2018 - Current

PMO & Transition Manager

Xchanging (DXC Technology)
02.2014 - 07.2018

Operations & Knowledge Transfer Management

Xchanging
09.2007 - 02.2014

Senior Analyst

Hinduja Global Solutions
01.2005 - 09.2007

B.D.S. -

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Geetha Doddaveerappa