Venkateswar Ummaneni is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in program and project management across various high-stakes organizations. Currently serving as Sr Manager of Tech Program Management at Optum since May 2022, Venkateswar previously held multiple senior roles in the Indian Army, including Senior Director of Product Strategy & Projects, where responsibilities included executing significant SDLC and traditional projects, as well as leading a strategic initiative involving a team of 585 FTEs, noted for delivering results ahead of schedule. Venkateswar's prior experience also includes a Project Manager role at the United Nations, focusing on process control and collaboration. Educational qualifications include an M.Sc. in Weapon Technology from Savitribai Phule Pune University and an M.Sc. from the University of Madras, among others.