Dr. Dinesh Durai

CEO

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India24 yrs 2 mos experience
Highly StableAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Over 24 years of technology transformation experience
  • Expert in AI/ML and cloud strategies
  • Proven track record in driving scalable innovation
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and Digital Transformation expert with a strong focus on cloud and AI technologies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Digital & Technology TransformationCloud ComputingTechnology StrategyMentorshipCorporate GovernanceTrainingAgile TransformationCost ReductionDigital TransformationProduct ManagementCloud MigrationProduct DevelopmentClient CollaborationArchitecture DesignProject ManagementSystem Integration

Other Skills

Digital Strategy and TransformationInnovation and Technology LeadershipCustomer Experience EnhancementData and Analytics GovernanceCross-Functional CollaborationRevenue Growth and Business Model InnovationChange Management and Culture BuildingTechnology Enablement and CybersecurityIT ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrumMachine Learning

About

With over 24 years of driving technology transformation across food delivery, e-commerce, AdTech, and managed services, I am passionate about building future-ready organizations through strategic innovation and collaborative leadership. From leading large-scale technology migrations to founding and scaling digital startups, I bring a proven track record of delivering sustainable, high-impact solutions that accelerate business growth and customer satisfaction. My expertise spans cloud strategy, AI/ML, agile transformation, and product management—enabling me to guide enterprises through the complexities of the digital age. Key Expertise: • Digital & Technology Transformation | Agile Coaching | DevOps Culture • Cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) | Microservices | Serverless Architecture • Product Development | Data Architecture | Board Governance Certifications: PMP, SAFe Agilist, Certified Independent Director, AWS & Azure Solution Architect Let’s connect to explore how we can drive your organization’s next phase of innovation. Reach me at ddurai@gmail.com or book a meeting: calendly.com/ddurai/

Experience

24 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
4 yrs 6 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 4 mos
Current Experience

Ideassion technology solutions

2 roles

Chief Digital Officer (CDO)

Promoted

Jan 2025Present · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Digital Strategy and Transformation
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap.
  • Align digital initiatives with organizational goals to drive growth and efficiency.
  • Identify emerging trends and technologies to keep the organization ahead of the curve.
  • Innovation and Technology Leadership
  • Lead the adoption of new technologies such as AI, IoT, and blockchain to foster innovation.
  • Oversee the development of digital products, services, and platforms.
  • Drive proof-of-concept projects and innovation labs to explore disruptive solutions.
  • Customer Experience Enhancement
  • Create data-driven strategies to enhance customer engagement and personalization.
  • Implement omnichannel approaches to deliver seamless customer experiences.
  • Use advanced analytics to anticipate customer needs and trends.
  • Data and Analytics Governance
  • Promote a data-driven culture across the organization.
  • Ensure proper governance and utilization of data for actionable insights.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with IT, marketing, HR, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment.
  • Break down silos and foster collaboration to achieve digital objectives.
  • Revenue Growth and Business Model Innovation
  • Identify and implement new digital revenue streams.
  • Innovate on business models, such as subscription services or marketplaces.
  • Change Management and Culture Building
  • Lead organizational change to embrace a digital-first mindset.
  • Provide training and mentorship to ensure employees are aligned with digital goals.
  • Technology Enablement and Cybersecurity
  • Oversee the implementation of enterprise digital tools and infrastructure modernization.
  • Ensure the security and compliance of all digital operations.
Digital Strategy and TransformationInnovation and Technology LeadershipCustomer Experience EnhancementData and Analytics GovernanceCross-Functional CollaborationRevenue Growth and Business Model Innovation+4

Vice President - Technology

Sep 2024Dec 2024 · 3 mos

  • Led technology initiatives at Ideassion Technology Solutions, driving innovative strategies to bridge cutting-edge technology with business objectives.
  • Mentored and guided teams to excel in projects, delivering impactful results for clients.
  • Leveraged technology to solve complex challenges and empower organizations to achieve their goals.
Technology StrategyMentorship

Infocareer

Information Technology Management Consultant

Dec 2023Aug 2024 · 8 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

  • Orchestrated a technology strategy overhaul, implementing Business Process Analysis and IT Project Management techniques; optimized workflows, resulting in a 40% reduction in project timelines and a 25% increase in overall efficiency.
  • Successfully led Agile transformations resulting in a 50% improvement in team productivity.
  • Recognized for expertise in JIRA configuration, contributing to a 80% increase in overall project efficiency.
  • Delivered strategic consulting services, positively impacting client Agile adoption and project success.
  • Implemented End-to-End BI Solutions: Led BI initiatives, deploying tools to streamline data flows and centralize reporting.
  • Developed intuitive dashboards, enhancing decision-making and reducing report generation times.
  • Optimized BI Performance:
JiraScrumCXO level engagementJavaScriptWeb DevelopmentStrategic Planning+18

Sarika technology solutions

Board & Independent Director Trainer (Advisory Engagement)

Jun 2023Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · Chennai · Remote

  • Facilitate Independent Director training programs with emphasis on corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, and board dynamics.
  • Enable aspiring directors to transition into strategic leadership roles.
  • Engagement is advisory in nature, freelance, and fully aligned with non-conflicting professional commitments.
IT ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrum+34

Foodhub

2 roles

Vice President - Business Technology Transformation

Sep 2022Jun 2023 · 9 mos

  • Led the organization's cost reduction efforts through the implementation of state-of-the-art automation and digital transformation strategies, resulting in a 20% increase in efficiency and a $750,000 decrease in annual expenses.
  • Pioneering innovation with a track record of crafting over 10 revolutionary products, harnessed by cutting-edge technologies such as AWS CDK, Node.JS, React Native, React JS, and DynamoDB
  • Led the pioneering shift of Food Hub Suite to AWS cloud infrastructure, deploying a robust PaaS model; redefined product delivery strategies, enhancing customer experiences by 40% and accelerating time-to-market by 60%
  • Revolutionized the company's cost structure through the implementation of digital transformation strategies, resulting in a 25% increase in profit margin and a $1.2 million reduction in annual expenses.
  • Shaping the company's technology roadmap with a focus on innovation and sustainable growth, aligning resources strategically to ensure seamless alignment with business objectives
  • Directed grant expenditure tracking and reporting procedures, resulting in a 30% increase in transparency and accuracy, safeguarding the organization's financial reputation and ensuring alignment with funding guidelines
IT ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrum+33

Head Of Technology

Nov 2018Oct 2022 · 3 yrs 11 mos

  • Took accountability for Foodhub’s ecosystem (supporting 28k Clients and >100,000 orders per day), Product Management, Devops, technology transformation, security, data, Service and incident management
  • Accountability for all engineering, build and IT services across UK, India, US & Australia
  • Have started taking Foodhub on a journey of transformation and maturity, building the Foodhub’s 1st technology strategy, creating an effective scale up programme to allow for 24/7 trading worldwide
  • Managing global teams (150+) and working on 8+ products from concept to delivery generating $5 million using Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence and delivering various projects on different verticals
  • Started moving the Foodhub Suite of products to AWS cloud infrastructure to deliver products on PaaS model.Overseeing all technology operations and evaluating them according to established goals..
  • Developing the company’s strategy for using technological resources
  • Ensuring technologies are used efficiently, profitably and securely
  • Evaluating and implementing new systems and infrastructure
  • Manage day-to-day process of translating product roadmap into launched product - writing PRDs and user stories, prioritizing 2-week agile iterations, working hands-on with engineers and QA
IT ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrum+33

Ad2pro media solutions (2adpro)

Assistant Vice President - Technology

Mar 2015Nov 2018 · 3 yrs 8 mos · Chennai · On-site

  • Catalyzed a groundbreaking shift, initiating the migration of the JDX Platform to AWS cloud infrastructure, unlocking the power of the SaaS model and revolutionizing product delivery for exponential growth
  • Spearheaded the collaboration of a talented global development and product team, culminating in the seamless creation and launch of a revolutionary connected platform, delivering unrivaled value to customers and setting new industry standards
  • Championed the development and seamless implementation of creative workflow and trafficking solutions, empowering the organization to handle 2000 concurrent user sessions with ease, optimizing productivity to new heights
  • Engineered a remarkable journey, elevating the product from its alpha state to full-scale production, garnering widespread adoption among multiple satisfied customers
  • As a leading force in IT advisory and business management consulting, instrumental in guiding clients towards a seamless integration with the 2adpro JDX platforms, catalyzing transformative business outcomes and positioning them as industry leaders
IT ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrum+34

Tata communications

DGM at TATA Communications Ltd. (fka VSNL)

Sep 2011Feb 2015 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Chennai

  • A dynamic collaborator, partnering with clients to craft and tailor technology solutions that precisely align with their unique business needs, elevating their operations to new heights of efficiency and success
  • A cross-functional collaborator, seamlessly partnering with Business Teams to devise and refine innovative architecture proposals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and expertly guiding successful implementations
  • Engineered a game-changing redesign and development of the architecture, yielding a significant 40% boost in client productivity, positioning the organization as an industry leader in delivering exceptional solutions.
JiraTest Automation ToolsMobile Application DevelopmentScrumJavaScriptWeb Development+23

3i infotech ltd

Project Manager

Dec 2006Sep 2011 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Prepared and integrated systems processes, plans and processes in alignment with established specifications and feedback gained from technological surveys and personal interviews.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency.
JiraScrumJavaScriptWeb DevelopmentCommunicationFront-End Development+12

Sify ltd

Manager - Technical

Jun 2000Nov 2006 · 6 yrs 5 mos

  • Prepared and integrated systems processes, plans and processes in alignment with established specifications and feedback gained from technological surveys and personal interviews.
  • A results-driven coordinator, dedicated to creating precise project plans with defined timelines, judiciously assigning tasks to the appropriate teams, and maintaining a smooth workflow during construction, ensuring on-time project completion with unparalleled precision
JavaScriptWeb DevelopmentCommunicationFront-End DevelopmentDatabasesProject Management+4

Education

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

Executive Post Graduate Certification in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence — Data Science & AI

Jan 2024Jan 2025

skillarbitra

Certififed Independant Director

Nov 2023Mar 2024

ITM - Chennai

MIS — Management Information System

Jan 1997Jan 1999

University of Madras

BA Corporate Secretaryship — Corporate

Jan 1994Jan 1997

Gill adarsh Matriculation Hr Sec School

Jan 1981Jan 1994

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