Sunitha Gedupudi is the CEO of OpsMaven, a dynamic shared services company focused on operational excellence and technology-driven solutions. With an engineering degree in Instrumentation from Mumbai University, a Master’s in Computer Science from Illinois State University, and a Master’s in Psychology from IGNOU, she brings a rare blend of technical depth and human insight to leadership. Her career spans multiple sectors across India and the USA, shaping a global perspective grounded in integrity, honesty, and people-centric leadership.
 
Outside work, Sunitha is a hands-on mother of two and a lifelong learner. She loves to travel, explore new cuisines, read widely, learn languages, experiment in the kitchen, capture moments through photography, and unwind with good films. She believes strong leadership begins with balance, empathy, and genuine curiosity about people and the world.

Kiran Kesireddy is the Director of Finance & Accounts at OpsMaven, leading financial strategy, controllership, compliance, reporting, and process improvements across multi-entity, cross-border operations. He has 12+ years of experience in Accounting, Corporate Finance, Taxation, and FP&A, and is proficient in Acumatica, SAP, Tally, QuickBooks, and Zoho Books. His expertise spans Ind AS, IFRS, and US GAAP, with global exposure. Prior to OpsMaven, he held senior roles at Apex (AVP-Finance), NHN Group (Head of Finance), and ICICI.

He is a Qualified CMA from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, semi-qualified CA from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, pursuing Professional Level ACCA from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK, and secured the All India 30th Rank in CMA Final (2017).
 
Outside of work, Kiran enjoys simplifying finance topics, exploring practical AI for productivity and decision-making, travelling, and staying updated on new technologies.

Sharmilaa Kannan, Vice President of Human Resources at OpsMaven, brings over 20 years of cross functional expertise across HR, L&D, Operations, Business Development, and Customer Success. She partners closely with the C-suite to shape people strategy, strengthen leadership capability, and drive workforce planning and culture transformation. Recognized as an HR 40 Under 40 leader, she has played a key role in building new business verticals, developing high-performance teams, and ensuring HR remains a strategic enabler of organizational growth.
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Outside of work, Sharmilaa is an avid reader, enthusiastic blogger, and lover of culinary adventures and DIY projects. She values time with her family and enjoys life with her two fur babies, who add joy, balance, and inspiration to her everyday routine.

Mariappan Paramasivan is a Senior Manager – DevOps & IT Support at OpsMaven, with over 19 years of experience in IT operations, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps transformation. He leads cross‑functional teams managing enterprise infrastructure, CI/CD platforms, and production environments that support large‑scale e-commerce and SaaS applications.

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Mariappan has been instrumental in driving automation, improving deployment efficiency, and strengthening operational governance across DevOps, IT services, and customer support functions. His expertise spans AWS cloud architecture, platform reliability, monitoring, and incident management, with a strong focus on building scalable and resilient systems aligned with business growth.

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Beyond his professional role, Mariappan is passionate about continuous learning and technology innovation, with a recent focus on applied generative AI and automation‑driven solutions. He enjoys mentoring teams, improving processes, and exploring practical applications of AI in real‑world operations. Outside of work, he values time with his family and has a deep interest in music and personal development.

Santosh Yadav is a results‑driven operations leader with a strong focus on building scalable, efficient, and growth‑oriented business functions. He has consistently worked alongside senior leadership teams, playing a key role in driving operational excellence and enabling organizational growth.

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With experience contributing to multiple startup journeys, Santosh brings a practical, hands‑on approach to solving complex business challenges. He is deeply passionate about identifying new opportunities, optimizing processes, and creating value across the organization.

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Outside of his core responsibilities, Santosh actively explores emerging market trends and business ideas to stay ahead of the curve. His commitment to continuous learning and strategic thinking makes him a valuable force behind sustainable business success.

Sonali Anand is a proficient legal professional serving as Manager - Legal Counsel at OpsMaven, where she leads the in‑house legal function with a focus on business‑aligned legal strategy, operational efficiency, and compliance excellence. She brings extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, with particular expertise in contract lifecycle management, including the drafting, negotiation, execution, and governance of complex commercial agreements across the technology, SaaS, data protection, IT/ITES outsourcing, and vendor and procurement domains.
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Sonali also plays a key role in mentoring teams, delivering compliance programs, and developing standardized legal playbooks that enhance consistency and operational efficiency. She holds an LL.M. and LL.B. and has contributed to legal scholarship through publications on corporate governance, healthcare law, and socio‑legal issues.
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Outside her professional role, Sonali has a keen interest in travel, exploring creative fashion ideas, reading, and calligraphy, as well as engaging in activities such as trekking and hiking. These pursuits reflect her creativity, discipline, and attention to detail, while fostering resilience, adaptability, and a well‑rounded perspective—qualities that complement her effectiveness as a legal professional.