about-us – Zapcom

Thinkers. Builders. Operators.

Empowering Innovation: Shaping the Digital Future

We are passionate about building digital products and platforms that can bend revenue and cost curves. We design, build, operate and optimize technology for our clients by leading their digital transformation journey.

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Leadership Team

Kishore Pallamreddy

Founder and CEO

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Kishore Pallamreddy

Founder & CEO

Kishore Pallamreddy, a visionary entrepreneur and global tech leader with over 27+ years of expertise in Retail, Travel, and Hospitality. As CEO of Zapcom Group, Inc., operating worldwide, Kishore blends a Master’s in Computer Science from the University of Texas with an MBA from the University of Darden.

His global impact spans the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, including ventures with Warburg Pincus. A trusted advisor to AP universities, Kishore fosters higher education-industry ties. Renowned for team excellence, he’s built global development centers across the US, Poland, Argentina, and India. Passionate about global ventures, Kishore elevates hospitality through Red Rhino, setting unrivalled standards in craft breweries and artisanal cuisine.

Sai Konda

chief Information Officer

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Sai Konda

Chief Information Officer

Sai Konda is a Global Digital and Technology Executive with a passion for lifelong learning, excels at realizing business visions by leveraging technology creatively to address both strategic and tactical challenges in a cost-effective and timely manner. His unique combination of strategic, operational, and technological leadership has helped to drive disruptive results for our customers.

With over 27 years of IT experience, he has successfully defined, implemented, and transitioned Global Enterprise Architecture/Cloud Strategy and Digital Transformation initiatives for large enterprises. His leadership skills include building adaptable engineering practices and driving teams to become self-sufficient and solve complex IT problems with effective product solutions and GenAI/ML solutions that drive customer success.

Srinivas Kothakota

Chief Operating Officer

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Srinivas Kothakota

Chief Operating Officer

With three decades of experience in the technology industry, Srinivas has a proven track record of implementing large, complex, and real-time solutions for customers across more than 50 countries worldwide. As the COO of Zapcom, Srinivas holds the responsibility of overseeing company operations, designing and implementing business strategies, and ensuring high levels of customer engagement and satisfaction.

In his previous roles at various global companies, Srinivas excelled in product and services delivery, product management and marketing, new product development, and strategic program management. Throughout his career, he has consistently built outstanding customer relationships, contributing to organizational success.

Srinivas holds an undergraduate degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Osmania University, India, complemented by a Master’s degree in Computer Science from New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA. This academic journey has fortified his expertise, amplifying his proficiency within the technology sector.

Deepak Puranam

General Manager
NA Operations

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Deepak Puranam

Chief Product officer

As the Chief Product officer at Zapcom Group Inc, Deepak spearheads the establishment of top-tier product management and design capabilities, while driving the accelerated development of cutting-edge technology solutions. Boasting over 25 years of industry expertise, Deepak has garnered extensive international experience, catering to clients across North America, Europe, and EMEA. His journey with Zapcom began in 2015 as a founding team member, where he has since held various leadership roles encompassing engineering, delivery, and product management.

Deepak accumulated invaluable experience over a distinguished 19-year tenure in the travel industry. He held pivotal leadership positions at esteemed global entities including Sabre, Travelocity, lastminute.com, and Orbitz. In these roles, Deepak demonstrated exceptional leadership by overseeing and managing global teams tasked with developing products and integration services tailored to the needs of online travel agencies (OTA), global hotel chains, Central Reservation Systems (CRS), Property Management Systems (PMS), GDS systems, and airline/non-airline ancillaries.

Deepak’s academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University in India, underscoring his commitment to technical excellence and industry proficiency.

Prasanth Nair

Chief Technology Officer

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Prasanth Nair

Chief Technology Officer

A seasoned technology leader with over 24 years of experience in Fortune 50 corporations and start-ups. As the Chief Technology Officer at Zapcom Group Inc., he brings a wealth of expertise in driving organizational growth, leading successful product launches, and fortifying technological and security foundations. His leadership is marked by a strategic vision and a commitment to leveraging technology for business transformation.

Previously, Prasanth held leadership roles in organizations like Alibaba, Flipkart, Amazon, Yahoo, ClearTax & Sabre along with some successful entrepreneurial stints. His extensive experience includes driving organizational growth through strategic initiatives, leading successful product development and launches, and strengthening technological foundations with robust data and analytics platforms. His expertise in DevOps and security has been crucial in enhancing security measures across various organizations.

Pooja Parthi

Head of HR

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Pooja Parthi

Head of HR

With over 18 years of experience, Pooja is a seasoned professional adept at shaping human capital strategies for success. She possesses a wealth of expertise in crafting and implementing HR strategies tailored to the unique needs of both startups and established enterprises. Pooja boasts a proven track record in talent acquisition, organizational transformation, and acquisition integration.

Pooja holds a Master’s in Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Development & Management from the University of Allahabad. She has traversed various industries, leading HR functions at industry giants and driving entrepreneurial endeavors alike.

Pooja’s strong business acumen enables her to navigate complex challenges effortlessly, ensuring alignment between HR initiatives and organizational objectives. She has also cultivated high-performance teams capable of managing all aspects of HR departments, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, and more.

Board of Advisors

Jim Fitzpatrick

Advisor

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Jim Fitzpatrick

Advisor

Jim Fitzpatrick, with 30 years of experience in travel, financial services, e-commerce, and IT, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Saltie Solutions. Saltie Solutions enhances employee wellness and productivity through personalized AI-powered travel and reward solutions, enabling employees to take meaningful time off.

Jim has a strong track record as an advisor to startups and consultant on e-commerce and organizational change. His prior roles include SVP at American Express and Sabre, and CIO at Experian and Intuit.

Since 2012, he has led FPC Research, offering strategic advisory services for digital transformation. Jim holds an M.Sc. in Information Systems from the University of Brighton and a B.Sc. in Geochemistry & Petrology from the University of Plymouth. His innovative leadership drives positive change across industries.

Abirami Sukumaran

Technical Advisor

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Abirami Sukumaran

Technical Advisor

Abirami Sukumaran, a seasoned Technical Advisor with 17 years of experience, is a Developer Advocate at Google, specializing in databases, AI/ML, and app modernization, contributing to open-source projects and enhancing developer experiences. An accomplished published author and speaker, she has worked with major companies like Infosys, IBM, and Citrix. Beyond her tech career, Abirami is a certified Yoga instructor, blogger, and aspiring private pilot. She holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, a postgraduate certification in Data Science from IIT Guwahati, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration with a focus on Artificial Intelligence.

Kumar Saurabh Johny

Head of Innovation and AI strategY

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Kumar Saurabh Johny

Head of Innovation and AI strategy

Saurabh is a seasoned leader with over 24 years of experience in shaping enterprise and customer products across a wide range of industries including telephony, education, travel & hospitality, RPA, and digital adoption. He holds a degree in Computer Sciences, specializing in the field during his graduation. His professional journey has seen him contributing to both startups and renowned enterprises such as Sabre and Automation Anywhere.

His expertise extends to advanced technologies such as AI/ML, generative AI, and cloud computing, coupled with diverse delivery models such as on-premises, Software as a Service (SaaS), and private cloud. His primary interests lie in fostering innovation, leadership, and business strategies, all while leveraging the synergy between people and technology.

With a track record of innovation, Saurabh has facilitated the transition of numerous organizations from traditional development methodologies to Agile frameworks. This shift has resulted in significant improvements in process efficiencies, team productivity, and overall product success. Additionally, he co-founded and spearheaded an AI startup to a successful acquisition, realizing the fruition of cutting-edge ventures.

Currently, Saurabh is dedicated to enhancing business and product development efficiency. He is actively involved in structuring the entire product development lifecycle and enabling enterprises to capitalize on emerging technologies such as generative AI, cloud computing, and RPA. His aim is to optimize value extraction and drive sustainable growth through the strategic application of these next-generation technologies.

Jim Fitzpatrick

Board of Advisor

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Jim Fitzpatrick

Advisor

Paul Lehman

Advisor

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Paul Lehman

Advisor

Paul Lehman is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in guiding international teams and driving transformational programs. Known for his strategic insight and adaptability, Paul excels in identifying and addressing critical challenges.

Since June 2022, Paul has been an Advisory Board Member at ZapCom Group Inc, where he provides strategic guidance. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the CTO Forum, contributing to governance and innovation since January 2017.

Previously, Paul was the CIO at Blucora and Optiv Inc., where he led comprehensive IT strategies that fueled organizational growth. He holds a B.Sc. in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Christian Brothers University and a CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight from Carnegie Mellon University.

Paul’s extensive experience and track record of success make him a valuable asset in strategic advisory roles.

Kumar Saurabh Johny

Head of Innovation and AI strategy

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Kumar Saurabh Johny

Head of Innovation and AI strategy

Board of Directors

Joan Kuehl

Board of Director

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Joan Kuehl

Board of Director

Joan Kuehl, a veteran technology leader with over 40 years of experience, recently retired as a Chief Information Officer after serving in Fortune 50 firms and pre-IPO startups. Her expertise spans Financial Services and Travel industries, focusing on digital development and strategic planning. Notably, she built and led global teams of over 2000, emphasizing talent development and diversity. Recognized as Dallas CIO of the Year (2019) and National CIO of the Year (2021), Joan’s career highlights include pivotal roles at American Airlines, Sabre, Bank of America, and Elevate Credit. She currently advises Accolite Digital and champions women’s leadership through various board positions. Joan holds a BS in Computer Science and certifications in Corporate Governance and Cyber Security.

Sundari Mitra

Board of Director

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Sundari Mitra

Board of Director

Sundari Mitra is the CEO and co-founder of Asato Corporation. Sundari brings extensive leadership experience as a three-time CEO, entrepreneur, and technology executive. Most recently, she was the Chief Incubation Officer at Intel Corporation, leading disruptive innovation and the next $10B opportunity. Previously, she was Corporate Vice President and General Manager of the IP Engineering Group (IPG) at Intel where she led a 5,000-person team focused on developing best-in-class IP powering $75B of Intel revenue across multiple market segments. As Founder and CEO of NetSpeed, she built a global company that transformed SoC design for the world’s leading semiconductor companies before an acquisition by Intel. She has a demonstrated track record of leading transformative strategies and building great engineering and go-to-market teams in both large and small companies and brings her experience in vision, strategy, technology and market development to the companies and leadership teams she works with.