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  • Ketan Somani to Lead Strategic Industries and Co-Innovation at Bounteous

    Ketan Somani

    Chennai: Bounteous, a global digital transformation consultancy, has elevated Ketan Somani to the position of President of Strategic Industries and Regional CEO for EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) and APAC (Asia-Pacific). The move underscores the company’s commitment to accelerating growth through AI-driven innovation and co-creation with clients worldwide.

    In his expanded leadership role, Ketan will spearhead global strategy across Financial Services, Media & Telecommunications, and Diversified Industries, while also continuing to lead regional growth efforts in EMEA and APAC.

    Ketan will additionally serve as the executive sponsor for the company’s AI initiatives, overseeing the development and deployment of next-gen AI-powered solutions that drive intelligent operations, scalable growth, and enhanced customer experiences.

    Ketan Somani Achievements

    Since joining Bounteous in 2017, Ketan Somani has been instrumental in doubling the company’s revenues and establishing a strong presence across global markets. He led the launch and rapid expansion of the EMEA region, built a robust APAC business, and helped secure a strategic investment from private equity firm New Mountain Capital. His efforts also turned multiple Tier 1 Global Capability Center (GCC) clients into strategic long-term partners.

    “Ketan Somani’s leadership has been central to our global expansion and our ability to deliver impactful, digitally-driven outcomes,” said Sudarshan Mandayam, CEO of Bounteous. “His deep understanding of strategic industries, combined with a passion for innovation and team-building, has made him a valuable asset to our global leadership team.”

    Prior to joining Bounteous, Ketan Somani held senior roles at a global digital consultancy, where he built and scaled its European media and telecom portfolio. Known for his client-centric leadership style, he brings a collaborative, results-oriented approach to growth and innovation.

    “I’m honored to take on this new challenge at a transformative time for the industry,” said Ketan Somani. “Bounteous’ vision of co-innovation and AI-led transformation continues to set us apart. I’m excited to deepen our client relationships and unlock new growth opportunities across key markets.”

    Executive Chairman Prasad Chintamaneni added, “Ketan’s strategic foresight and operational excellence have been critical to our success across EMEA and APAC. His expanded role reflects our confidence in his ability to drive sustained impact and innovation at scale.”

    This leadership appointment comes on the heels of Sudarshan Mandayam’s elevation to CEO and signals Bounteous’ intent to strengthen its global leadership team as it continues to deliver transformative digital solutions across industries.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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