Sharad Kulkarni

Sharad Kulkarni is the Head of Digital Services for BASF in India, overseeing digital initiatives, infrastructure, and information security since October 2022. Previously, as the Head of IT Applications for Sodexo, Sharad managed IT applications across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Sharad's career includes significant roles at Bayer, where responsibilities encompassed optimizing sales operations and implementing digital platforms, as well as leading innovative projects such as augmented reality applications for customer engagement. Earlier experiences at Capgemini and Tata Technologies emphasized expertise in enterprise solutions, SAP implementations, and business process enhancements. Sharad holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Government College of Engineering, Karad, completed in 2001.