Years Corporate Leadership development
Prasanth Sethuraman
Executive/Creative Director
Chennai
Summary
Visual Communication Expert, As an Executive & Creative Director in cutting-edge AI, SaaS, BDaaS startups, Leading Executive Steering, Project Management & Creative Direction. I specialize in Defining Problem Statements, and Holistic Problem Solving. A Personal Branding Strategist. Passionate for Future tech & Compelling Visual Narratives, to transform complex ideas into Impactful Deliverables/Visuals that resonate and inspire.
Overview
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Years of Executive steering
Work History
Executive Director (consultant)
IQ Techmax
- Set and drive the organization’s vision and strategic goals.
- Manage daily operations, and ensure financial and regulatory compliance.
- Build key stakeholder relationships to support growth.
- Lead and develop senior management and staff.
- Oversee governance and transparent reporting to the board.
Creative Director (consultant)
DataIllam
- Set the creative vision and direction for branding and communication.
- Lead the creative team to develop original, impactful designs and campaigns.
- Collaborate with marketing, product, and leadership teams to align creative work with business goals.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality to ensure successful delivery.
- Foster innovation and mentor creative talent to grow skills and performance.
Project Manager (consultant)
IQ Techmax
- Define clear objectives and scope to set the project foundation.
- Develop a detailed plan covering schedule, resources, budget, and risks.
- Coordinate teams and resources to execute project tasks.
- Monitor progress and manage changes and risks.
- Complete the project by delivering outputs, gaining acceptance, and documenting lessons.
STEM* Team Lead - Senior Associate
Cognizant
04.2021 - 11.2024
- Drive the organization’s vision, strategic goals, and creative direction while managing daily operations, leading and developing teams, building key stakeholder relationships, and ensuring effective collaboration to support growth and governance.
- Manage project planning, resource coordination, and risk mitigation to deliver timely, high-quality results within budget.
- Lead and develop teams across creative, management, and project domains to foster innovation, drive impactful outcomes, and build organizational capabilities.
- Build and nurture key stakeholder relationships, fostering cross-functional collaboration to support organizational growth and governance.
- Oversee transparent reporting, project closure, and continuous improvement by capturing learnings and ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial standards.
Business Analytical/Visual PRESENTATION SPECIALIST
McKinsey & Company
05.2016 - 04.2021
- Designed and created fact-finding and research summary presentations primarily used by McKinsey consultants during business consultations with clients, employing research-driven data visualizations and compelling storytelling techniques.
- Maintained strict brand consistency across presentations and communication materials distributed internally and externally.
- Conceptualized and produced marketing and educational videos by scripting, storyboarding, and coordinating with video production vendors.
- Utilized PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and other digital tools to enhance presentation impact and engagement.
Subject Matter Expert (ISP BPO)
Sutherland Global Services
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Provided expert support to resolve complex technical and customer escalations for an ISP client account. Delivered specialized training and upskilling programs to improve team performance and service quality. Partnered with quality and training teams to drive process improvements and enhance customer experience.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - BTech
Misrimal Navajee Munoth Jain Engineering College
01.2014
Skills
Strategic Planning & Business Alignment
Timeline
STEM* Team Lead - Senior Associate
Cognizant
04.2021 - 11.2024
Business Analytical/Visual PRESENTATION SPECIALIST
McKinsey & Company
05.2016 - 04.2021
Subject Matter Expert (ISP BPO)
Sutherland Global Services
04.2014 - 12.2015
Executive Director (consultant)
IQ Techmax
Creative Director (consultant)
DataIllam
Project Manager (consultant)
IQ Techmax
Bachelor of Technology - BTech
Misrimal Navajee Munoth Jain Engineering College
PERSONAL DETAILS
Phone - 9940614724
Email - Prasanthsethu16@gmail.com
Chennai, India