Ananth Sristy has over 23 years of experience in client relations and business development within the IT and consulting sectors. Currently serving as Client Partner at Cognizant since October 2010, Ananth manages strategic accounts in the Retail industry and leads initiatives for enterprise transformation across Retail, Hospitality, and Consumer Goods. Prior to Cognizant, Ananth held the position of General Manager in Client Relations at Satyam Computer Services Ltd, overseeing key strategic accounts like General Motors and P&G, while also focusing on business development and revenue growth. Ananth began a career in business development as a Business Development Executive at CMC Ltd, managing IT services for public sector banks in India. Ananth holds an MBA in International Business from SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunications from MGM College of Engineering, complemented by a Global Business Leadership Program from Harvard Business School.