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TechnologyRaghavan Sundararajan
Biography
Raghavan Sundararajan (Raghav), SVP at HCLTech, is a globally recognized leader in Agentic AI–driven digital and engineering transformation, shaping next-generation operating models for technology and telecom enterprises. With over two decades of experience, he drives large-scale AI adoption by embedding autonomous, decision-centric AI systems that accelerate business outcomes, enhance resilience, and unlock sustainable value. A strong proponent of Responsible and Ethical AI, Raghav ensures AI innovation is grounded in trust, governance, and long-term impact.
Renowned for navigating complex global environments, Raghav leads diverse international teams to architect AI-first, outcome-oriented solutions that bridge advanced technology with real-world business value. His ability to translate emerging AI capabilities into practical, scalable transformations enables enterprises to confidently evolve in an increasingly autonomous digital era.
Raghav’s credentials include engineering and MBA degrees from India, an Executive Master’s in Management from the University of Virginia, executive certifications from UC Irvine, and a CTO certification from Wharton. He serves in advisory roles with Harvard Business Review and the University of San Francisco’s Strategic AI program, reinforcing his standing as a trusted industry thought leader. Beyond his professional work, he is deeply committed to philanthropy, with a strong focus on advancing children’s education.
Area of Expertise
Tech Industries and Telecommunications
Group Overview
“HCL Tech has Our 45+ year history from a plucky startup in India to a global powerhouse makes us uniquely qualified to understand the needs of the tech vertical at every stage of maturity.
At HCLTech, we’ll help you push the boundaries of existing technology, embedding efficient and agile processes — and look to the future as new technologies enter the sphere of influence.
Look to us when you want to partner with a global company that sees beyond the contract, someone that drives a relationship forward for a lasting, mutually beneficial outcome.
Consumer Electronics
Reduce costs and maintain quality while meeting consumer demand. For more than four decades, we’ve provided electronic engineering services and delivered innovative solutions.
OEMs
Get help with analytics, IoT, automation, software engineering, cloud and SaaS while building creative partnerships that offer everything from edge to cloud-as-a-service.
Online and Platforms
Make digital-led business transformation a reality through the power of platform innovation and application modernization — alongside an experienced, trusted partner.
Semiconductors
Ensure agile and competitive effectiveness. Talk to us about supply chain modernization, application maintenance, enterprise technologies and support across professional services.
Software and ISV
Ensure software is stable and useful to the end-consumer. We help with digital transformation consulting, engineering, cloud solutions, product testing and more.”
Firm Overview
HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 218,000 people across 59 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud, and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. The company works with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues for the 12 months ending September 2024 totaled $13.7 billion.