Rishikesh Kulkarni

Rishikesh Kulkarni is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Cloud and Infrastructure Services, currently serving as Senior Director at Cognizant since July 2023. Prior to this role, Rishikesh held several key positions at Microland Limited, including AVP of Network Services, where responsibilities encompassed business and practice development, contract negotiations, and managing alliances with technology OEMs and service partners. Rishikesh also served as AVP & Head of Integrated Solutions at Microland, focusing on large bids and complex opportunities globally. Earlier in the career, Rishikesh was Practice Head for Collaboration Solutions at Wipro Technologies, responsible for pre-sales activities, team management, and solution development. Rishikesh's background includes roles in network operations and technical consulting, with foundational education from Walchandnagar.