Kannan Sundararajan

Co-Founder

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India23 yrs 10 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Over 30 years of diverse experience in coaching and project management.
  • Founder of multiple successful ultramarathon events in India.
  • Passionate advocate for community health and fitness initiatives.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Sports and Community Development expert with extensive experience in coaching and event management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Performance CoachingEnduranceEvent ManagementNon-profit Program Development

Other Skills

Exercise PhysiologyResearch MethodsStrength and conditionComputer ScienceFitness Program designSports Performance EnhancementWellness CoachingCommunicationData AnalysisMarathonProject ManagementCommunity EngagementVolunteeringStrength & ConditioningApplied coaching

About

With over 3 decades overall + nine years of experience as a High-Performance Endurance Coach, I lead KaysFIT Academy in empowering professionals, recreational athletes, and young adults to achieve their fitness and endurance goals through structured, evidence-based coaching. Leveraging an MSc in Performance Coaching, I specialize in blending science-driven frameworks with practical strategies to enhance resilience, mindset, and consistency in both athletic and professional performance. As the founder and race director of OOTYULTRA, Bison Ultra, and Madurai Ultra, I create transformative ultramarathon experiences that combine physical endurance with cultural and community impact. My mission extends beyond coaching to building inclusive spaces for well-being and growth, evidenced by initiatives like school play parks in Ooty. Driven by a passion for endurance, I enable individuals to unlock their potential and embrace long-term success.

Experience

Kaysfit academy

High Performance Endurance Coach. Founder @ KaysFIT Academy & Race Director OOTYULTRA & Bison Ultra

Dec 2016Present · 9 yrs 4 mos · Bangalore, India

  • Transforming professionals, runners, and young adults to achieve their health, fitness, and endurance goals through structured, evidence-based coaching.
  • Ultramarathon runner and certified coach with 50+ ultras & marathons, blending hands-on experience with performance science.
  • Founder & Race Director of OOTYULTRA (India’s most challenging road ultramarathon), Bison Ultra (boutique trail race in Yercaud), and Madurai Ultra (where endurance meets culture & heritage). Since 2018, these races have attracted 5000+ runners from across the world.
  • Driven by community impact initiatives, including creating play parks for schools and villages in OOTY—with the Kenthorai Play Park launched in 2024 as the first milestone.
Exercise PhysiologyResearch MethodsEnduranceStrength and conditionComputer SciencePerformance coaching+5

Alert

Lead Global VoICE (Volunteer in Case of Emergency) & ALERTATHON Race Director

May 2016Oct 2022 · 6 yrs 5 mos

  • With the strong idea of “Not to Leave Anyone Behind”, focused on building awareness and educating athletes and coaches on the importance of First-Aid, CPR, and Road Safety. The goal is to create more confident individuals ready to step up in emergencies and save lives.
  • Serving as the Lead Global VoICE Ambassador for ALERT (www.alert.ngo), a Chennai-based NGO, while also being the Race Director of ALERTATHON, an annual endurance running and cycling event since 2018 (www.alertathon.com)
Non-profit Program DevelopmentMarathonEvent ManagementVolunteeringProject ManagementCommunication

Siemens plm software

7 roles

Delivery & Project Manager - Cloud Services

Jan 2016Nov 2016 · 10 mos

  • Served as Delivery Manager for Siemens’ first-ever SaaS-based PLM solutions project.
  • Integrated global functions across marketing, product development, sales, and services to plan for the roll out and adoption.

Delivery & Project Manager - EMEA Zone, Global Delivery Center

Sep 2012Dec 2015 · 3 yrs 3 mos

  • Established the engagement model between the Europe, Middle East and Africa zone and the Global Delivery Center, driving stronger collaboration and delivery efficiency
  • Delivered multi-million-dollar services in a single financial year, spanning large-scale PLM implementations and multiple system upgrades across the EMEA region
  • Designed and delivered migration frameworks (including staged legacy migration), ensuring smooth transitions and minimized business disruption
  • Adopted Agile delivery practices, improving speed, adaptability, and client satisfaction

Delivery Manager - SGAT Zone, Global Delivery Center

Sep 2010Aug 2012 · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Led a 50+ member offshore team, focusing on team growth, skill development, and succession planning for future leaders
  • Developed next-generation project managers and technical delivery leads, strengthening organizational capability
  • Established engagement models and communication channels to streamline collaboration and resolve conflicts across diverse cultural contexts
  • Recognized for leadership in managing large-scale PLM delivery programs while ensuring global alignment

Quality and Competency Manager, Global Delivery Center

Sep 2008Sep 2010 · 2 yrs

  • Led initiatives in Competency Development, Education, Quality Management, Internal Communication, and Marketing, strengthening organizational capability and employee engagement
  • Established processes and procedures to embed a quality-focused culture across all offshore projects, ensuring consistency, reliability, and delivery excellence

Competency Manager, Global Delivery Center

Sep 2008Sep 2009 · 1 yr

  • Led initiatives in Competency Development, Education, Quality Management, Internal Communication, and Marketing

Technical Training & Resource Manager, Global Delivery Center

Mar 2008Sep 2008 · 6 mos

  • Established the processes and framework for a formal resource management function, enabling better allocation, utilization, and tracking of technical consultants across projects
  • Designed and implemented an employee engagement strategy to improve retention, motivation, and alignment with organizational goals
  • Introduced a structured performance measurement system that enhanced transparency, accountability, and employee development
  • Played a key role in building a scalable talent and resource management foundation to support the center’s rapid growth and global delivery requirements

Technical Training Manager, Global Delivery Center

Sep 2006Mar 2008 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Established core processes and methodologies to recruit, train, and develop college graduates into industry-ready consultants for global delivery projects
  • Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs combining technical expertise with essential soft skills to accelerate consultant readiness
  • Built a structured talent development framework that enhanced onboarding efficiency and reduced time-to-deployment
  • Partnered with leadership teams to align training initiatives with business needs and delivery excellence goals

Sconce solutions corporation

Project Manager/Solution Architect/Business Process Consultant

Mar 2005Sep 2006 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Led the development and launch of enterprise software enabling seamless exchange of neutral data between PLM and PDM applications, improving system interoperability and engineering collaboration
  • Designed and executed data synchronization solutions between PLM and PDM systems for Toyota Motors, Japan, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and process efficiency across global teams
  • Acted as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, aligning software functionality with enterprise process requirements and driving successful implementation outcomes
  • Recognized for combining technical depth with business process consulting expertise to deliver scalable, high-value enterprise integration solutions

For ptc- india

2 roles

CAD/PLM/PDM Trainer / Business Process Consultant (Freelancer)

Oct 2002Mar 2005 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Trained and mentored 200+ engineers through the Precision Learning Program, improving core engineering competencies across leading organizations in India and abroad
  • Established and enabled multiple Authorized Training Centers (ATCs), building institutional capability to deliver standardized, high-quality CAD learning programs
  • Led design automation projects by configuring and customizing CAD environments, helping organizations streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and accelerate product development cycles
  • Recognized for blending technical expertise, training leadership, and automation innovation to drive engineering excellence and business outcomes

Education Specialist

Feb 2000Sep 2002 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • PTC Certified Education Specialist
  • Delivered 6000+ hours of training & customer engagements across India and international locations, enabling engineers to enhance design skills, productivity, and design automation using Pro/ENGINEER & Pro/INTRALINK
  • Designed and facilitated customized training modules aligned with diverse industry requirements, resulting in measurable improvements in engineering efficiency
  • Spearheaded Train-the-Trainer programs, successfully developing and mentoring multiple trainers who went on to deliver high-quality sessions independently
  • Recognized for bridging technical expertise and practical application, helping organizations maximize ROI from PTC software solutions

Hindustan motors limited, hosur, india

Product Engineer

Sep 1992Jan 2000 · 7 yrs 4 mos · Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India

  • Led a cross-functional team to develop a new Electronic Control Valve system as part of R&D
  • Computer Aided Design power user
  • Supported design & and prototype development of various On & Off-Highway vehicles

Education

Setanta College

Master's degree — Master of Science in Performance Coaching

Sep 2021Aug 2023

B. M. S. College of Engineering

BE Mech — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 1995Jan 1999

PSG College of Technology

DME — Design & Drafting

Jan 1989Jan 1992

St. Josephs Higher Secondary School

High School

Jan 1985Jan 1989

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