Swati Apte is a seasoned Program Manager with over 25 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving innovative software solutions. They have a proven track record of managing end-to-end product development lifecycles across diverse geographies, including the U.S., Europe, and Southeast Asia, serving clients from start-ups to large enterprises. Swati previously held key positions at Persistent Systems, where they excelled as a Senior Project Manager and Principal Engineering Manager, overseeing large teams and multi-million dollar accounts. Their early career included technical roles focused on the Microsoft technology stack, and they possess a Master's degree in Computer Science and Management from Naralkar Institute.