Radhakrishnan “Radha” Rajagopalan is a three-decade veteran at the forefront of large-scale data, analytics, and engineering, turning AI from hype into measurable business impact. As Chief Delivery & Technology Officer at Ascendion, he leads global delivery, platform engineering, data modernization, and enterprise applications for clients that include some of the world’s most recognized brands. He is a driving force behind AAVA, Ascendion’s AI-powered software engineering platform, bringing together deep technical acumen and client-first execution to accelerate speed, quality, and capital efficiency.

Before joining Ascendion, Radha built and scaled market-leading analytics and engineering organizations, including founding Cognizant’s Analytics service line and growing it to over 23,000 practitioners. He has delivered double-digit growth, doubled analytics revenues in under five years, and managed $100M+ annual investments while integrating acquisitions for maximum synergy. His leadership turns robust data foundations into AI that moves the P&L and develops leaders who deliver repeatable results.