Bounteous, a global leader in digital transformation consulting, has announced the appointment of Ketan Somani as President of Strategic Industries and Regional CEO for EMEA and APAC. In his expanded role, Ketan will oversee global strategy and drive growth across Financial Services, Media & Telecommunications, and Diversified Industries. He will also continue to scale Bounteous’ operations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions.
Driving AI Innovation and Client Success
As part of his new responsibilities, Ketan will also act as the executive sponsor for Bounteous’ AI initiatives, championing the creation and adoption of cutting-edge AI-powered solutions. These innovations aim to help clients innovate faster, operate more efficiently, and scale confidently in today’s dynamic digital economy.
Track Record of Strategic Expansion and Digital Excellence
Ketan, a seasoned leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, joined Bounteous in 2017 and has been instrumental in shaping the company’s global trajectory. Under his leadership, the firm doubled revenues, successfully launched the EMEA region, and secured a majority investment from New Mountain Capital, a leading private equity firm. He also catalyzed significant growth in APAC by converting more than a dozen Tier 1 Global Capability Center (GCC) clients into enduring strategic partnerships.
Industry Experience and Collaborative Leadership
Before joining Bounteous, Ketan spent over ten years building the European media and telecom practice at a global digital consultancy. He brings deep expertise in sales, P&L management, client growth, and global delivery models, fostering collaboration across teams and stakeholders to deliver impactful outcomes for clients worldwide.
Reinforcing a Vision for Global Innovation
This leadership announcement follows the recent appointment of Sudarshan Mandayam as CEO and signals Bounteous’ continued investment in strengthening its global executive team. The company remains focused on delivering transformative digital experiences, scaling innovation, and driving measurable business results for its clients.
Leadership Quotes
“Ketan’s ability to drive differentiated growth, build high-performing teams, and foster deep client partnerships has been instrumental to our success,” said Sudarshan Mandayam, CEO of Bounteous. “His leadership across EMEA and APAC has strengthened our market position and established Bounteous as a trusted partner in digital innovation. I’m excited to see Ketan continue to amplify our impact in these strategic markets.”
“I’m honored to step into this expanded role at such a pivotal time for Bounteous,” said Ketan. “Our commitment to Co-Innovation and AI-powered transformation continues to differentiate us in the market. I look forward to working with our global teams to deepen client impact, unlock new growth, and push the boundaries of innovation”.
“Ketan has been instrumental in shaping our growth across EMEA and APAC, expanding existing client relationships and building new, high-value partnerships,” said Prasad Chintamaneni, Executive Chairman of the Board at Bounteous. “His leadership continues to drive meaningful outcomes for our clients and positions Bounteous for sustained success across key markets”.
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