Chethan Laxman

Chethan Laxman has a diverse and extensive work experience in various leadership roles across multiple companies.

Chethan'smost recent role was as the SVP & Head of Client Engagement and Solution Delivery at Apexon, where they focused on delivering digital engineering services with a strong emphasis on data analytics and insights. Chethan utilized their deep technical and domain expertise in modern digital technologies to support clients in their digital journey, particularly in the healthcare, financial services, and high-tech domains. Chethan also played a key role in driving the growth and execution of data solutions in the digital engineering market.

Prior to Apexon, Chethan worked as an Advisor/Mentor for small businesses and start-ups, assisting them with growth, delivery, operations, and introduction into Federal ecosystems. Chethan provided support in start-up investment and funding, as well as leading and supporting business development and opportunity management efforts. Chethan also facilitated engagements with industry leaders to support delivery programs in areas of strategic growth and leading technology.

Chethan also served as a Director at Reference Point, where they drove business growth and provided value for a diverse financial services client base. Chethan was responsible for developing alliances, innovative solutions, and offerings to differentiate the company's Data Management practice. Notably, they served as the Chief Data Officer for a mid-sized bank, overseeing the enhancement of data management practices across the organization, including the establishment of a Data Office, the implementation of data governance frameworks, and the management of data assets.

At Cognosante, Chethan held the position of Vice President - Marketplace & Data Analytics Programs. Chethan managed a Health IT portfolio with a focus on meeting and exceeding client and partner expectations. Chethan led strategic and tactical initiatives for case analysis, consumer and issuer outreach, application operations, and requirements, design, testing, and development. Chethan also provided professional program leadership and improved program efficiencies through program governance, stakeholder management, and process automation.

Before Cognosante, Chethan worked as a Managing Principal at Capco, spearheading business growth and providing value for a diverse client base. Chethan played a pivotal role in developing alliances, innovative solutions, and offerings to differentiate the company's Digital Engineering practice. Chethan also managed key C-level relationships at Fortune 500 companies, primarily in the financial services industries.

Chethan's earlier experience includes roles as a Director at FINRA, where they led software delivery services including business analysis and technology planning, as well as roles at Oracle, PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, COMSYS, and PSI DATA SYSTEM, LTD, where they gained valuable experience in software engineering and consulting.

In summary, Chethan Laxman has a strong background in delivering digital engineering services, driving business growth, providing value to clients, and leading strategic and tactical initiatives. Chethan has a deep understanding of data analytics, technology, and domain expertise, particularly in the healthcare and financial services industries.

Chethan Laxman completed their Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from The National Institute Of Engineering, Mysore between 1988 and 1992. In addition to their degree, they obtained the PMI - Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification from the Project Management Institute in December 2013, as well as the Certified SCRUM Master (CSM) certification from the Scrum Alliance in November 2013.