Ramadass Prabhakar
Ramadass Prabhakar is a seasoned technology leader with a wealth of experience in building and leading cross-functional teams. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at WP Engine, he is known for his proficiency in horizon planning, having driven innovative start-up teams to excel in product launches and user satisfaction in both SaaS and premise-based software domains. With a strong background in organizational design, he has effectively managed and grown teams of over 200 engineers across various functions. Ramadass has orchestrated organizational transformations by introducing Agile methodologies and fostering flexibility and speed. He has held prominent roles in companies like Adobe, Bazaarvoice, and LexisNexis, where he led engineering teams and championed innovation, resulting in significant business growth. Ramadass is recognized for his expertise in product innovation, team building, lean startup principles, and Agile methodologies. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, a Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Engineering from Sinhgad College of Engineering. He is also a certified Kanban Advanced Practitioner, Certified Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Product Owner, and holds an MCSD certification, showcasing his commitment to professional growth and development.