Kannan Vardarajan

Kannan Vardarajan has extensive work experience in the technology industry, particularly in consumer networking solutions. Kannan is currently the Head of Consumer Networking Solutions and Director of Global Product Management at Linksys, a position they have held since 2022.

Prior to their current role, Kannan worked at Belkin International - Linksys Division from 2013 to 2021. During this time, they held various positions including Director of Product Management for Consumer Networking Hardware and Software, Senior Global Product Manager for Emerging Solutions, and Global Product Manager for Product Management. In these roles, Kannan was responsible for developing product strategies, managing global product roadmaps, and implementing go-to-market strategies. Kannan successfully managed multi-million dollar businesses and achieved significant revenue growth.

Before joining Belkin International, Kannan worked at Cisco Systems - Consumer Product Division from 2006 to 2013. Here, they held positions such as Senior Manager of Finance, where they focused on process improvement, gross margin maximization, and financial planning and analysis. Kannan also served as a Manager of Finance, overseeing budgeting, cost controls, and accounting for a billion-dollar business unit. Additionally, Kannan worked as a Program Manager, leading the implementation of the SOX compliance program.

Prior to their roles at Cisco, Kannan gained consulting experience at Ernst & Young LLP as a Senior Consultant and at Deloitte Haskins & Sells as a Deputy Manager.

Overall, Kannan Vardarajan has a proven track record of success in driving profitability, managing global product portfolios, and implementing strategic initiatives in the technology industry.

Kannan Vardarajan's education history is as follows:

- In 2023, Kannan attended Kellogg Executive Education and completed the program "Delivering Business Growth: An Actionable Framework" in the field of Business.

- From 2022 to 2023, Kannan studied at Kellogg Executive Education as a Kellogg Executive Scholar, focusing on Business Strategy and Product Management.

- In 2022, Kannan also completed a program called "Leading with Behavioral Science" at Kellogg Executive Education, specializing in Customer Experience.

- During that same year, Kannan participated in a program at Kellogg Executive Education called "Strategies that Build Winning Brands" without obtaining a specific degree.

- Prior to these executive education programs, Kannan's educational background includes completing the Chartered Accountancy (CA) program at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

- Kannan also holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Mahatma Gandhi University.

- Additional information about Kannan's education, such as the duration and degree attained, is not provided for the three entries related to Saddleback College and the Information System Auditor Examination from the Information Systems Audit and Control Association.

In addition to these educational experiences, Kannan has obtained certifications including:

- Kellogg Chief Product Officer from Kellogg Executive Education, obtained in June 2023.

- "Delivering Business Growth: An Actionable Framework" from Kellogg Executive Education, obtained in May 2023.

- "Leading with Behavioral Science" from Kellogg Executive Education, obtained in February 2023.

- "Strategies that Build Winning Brands" from Kellogg Executive Education, obtained in October 2022.

- Kannan is also listed to have obtained an Information System Auditor Examination certification, but no specific details regarding the month and year of attainment are provided.