Program & Portfolio Management
End-to-end program lifecycle management, portfolio prioritisation, and strategic alignment across complex multi-workstream programs.
Program Manager
Leading Programs,
Growing People.
Program Manager with 16.5+ years of experience driving enterprise-level transformation, building organizational capability, and developing high-performance teams across diverse industries.
16.5
Years of Experience
40+
Programs Delivered
300+
People Trained
PMP
Agile Coach
CSM
SAFe 6.o
16.5+
Years of
Experience
Experience
About Me
Driven by Purpose.
Defined by Results.
I am a Program Manager with a passion for driving complex enterprise transformations, building organizational capability, and developing people to reach their full potential.
With over a decade of cross-sector experience, I have led programs valued at over $15M, established PMOs from the ground up, and trained more than 300 project management professionals. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and people development — and I bring rigor, energy, and empathy to every engagement.
Strategic Thinking
People-First Leadership
Continuous Improvement
Cross-Industry Expertise
Agile & Adaptive
Results-Driven
Core Competencies
The Complete PM Toolkit
A complete toolkit of strategic, technical, and human capabilities refined across a decade of enterprise program delivery.
Agile & Lean Delivery
SAFe, Scrum, Kanban — certified and practised. Building agile cultures, running PI planning, and coaching teams toward high performance.
Change Management
Prosci ADKAR-based change frameworks, stakeholder engagement strategies, and communication planning that drives lasting organisational change.
PMO Establishment & Leadership
Setting up and running fit-for-purpose PMOs from scratch — governance frameworks, reporting dashboards, assurance processes, and tooling.
Stakeholder & Leadership
C-suite engagement, board-level reporting, vendor management, and building trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder landscapes.
Training & Capability Building
Designing and delivering PM training programmes, bootcamps, and mentoring schemes that transform capability across whole organisations.
Career Timeline
My Professional Journey
2025–Present Current
Program Manager
Excelencia · Chennai, India
Led enterprise digital transformation program ($1.5M) spanning 8 departments. Established the divisional PMO and built an internal PM capability program.
2021-2025
Senior Project Manager
HCL Tech · Chennai, India
Led end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects ($500K–$1.5M) across cross-functional teams (Java, DevOps, UI/UX, QA), driving planning, execution, and stakeholder alignment. Delivered high-quality outcomes (98% accuracy) with 100% client satisfaction by proactively managing risks, budgets, and timelines, earning recognition for on-time, within-scope delivery.
2020-2021
Project Manager
Photon Interactive Pvt Ltd · Chennai, India
Led project planning and execution while facilitating Agile ceremonies, managing risks/dependencies, and ensuring continuous stakeholder communication through structured reporting and dashboards. Drove issue resolution, defect closure, and priority-based delivery by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth sprint execution and on-track project outcomes.
2019-2020
Project Manager
Accubits Pvt Ltd · Trivandrum, Kerala
Analyzed existing application functionalities and gathered client requirements to drive planning, task allocation, vendor coordination, and timeline execution aligned with business needs. Ensured on-time delivery and high customer satisfaction through proactive risk management, stakeholder communication, and continuous tracking, leading to client confidence and repeat business opportunities.
2019-2020
Project Manager
Doodleblue Innovations Pvt Ltd · Chennai, India
Managed project delivery and team performance by removing impediments, overseeing task allocation (Asana), and ensuring alignment with client requirements, design expectations, and delivery priorities. Drove quality releases through stakeholder communication, risk anticipation, sprint planning, and feedback incorporation, ensuring successful demos and consistent client satisfaction.
2013-2019
IT Project Manager
Webzer Solutions · Trivandrum, Kerala
Led end-to-end SDLC execution by translating business requirements into technical solutions, driving planning, design (wireframes/mockups), stakeholder alignment, and Agile delivery across cross-functional teams. Enabled high-quality, on-time releases through proactive risk management, backlog refinement, sprint planning, CI/CD practices, and performance tracking (KPIs, velocity, burndown), ensuring continuous delivery and client satisfaction.
2011-2013
Unix Production support and Enhancement Engineer
UST-Global · Trivandrum, Kerala
Managed production support for POS retail systems by resolving SLA-driven tickets, performing root cause analysis, developing automation scripts, and ensuring seamless handling of payment system issues. Enhanced system performance and support efficiency through documentation (PDP), internal tool development, incident tracking, and mentoring team members, ensuring reliable and accurate production operations.
2009-2011
Accounts Receivable Executive
Accentia Technologies · Trivandrum, Kerala
Handled client and insurance communications to verify patient coverage details, ensuring accurate data capture and updates within healthcare systems aligned to process requirements. Maintained high-quality accounts receivable operations through precise record management, daily reporting, and effective coordination between clients, teams, and process managers.
"Great project management is not about controlling a project - it's about enabling people to achieve the extraordinary."
— Retheesh R
300++
Professionals trained across PM fundamentals, Agile transformation, leadership, and specialist capability programmes — with measurable impact on project delivery performance.
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Training
by Retheesh R
by Retheesh R
Training & Development
Investing in People
Programmes designed for real-world impact — from PM bootcamps to executive leadership coaching.
Agile Scrum Master Certification Prep
Comprehensive preparation for PSM I/CSM certification. Covers Scrum framework, sprint ceremonies, backlog management and real-world case studies.
4-week program · External certification · 60 participants
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Project Management Fundamentals Bootcamp
End-to-end PM lifecycle from initiation to closure. Practical tools, templates, and frameworks that can be applied immediately.
3-day intensive · Internal certification · 120+ graduates
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Digital Transformation Journey
Strategic and operational guide to navigating enterprise digital transformation. Covers technology adoption, change management, and benefits realisation.
8-week programme · Cross-functional teams · Executive sponsorship required
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Leadership Essentials for Project Managers
Developing the people and leadership skills that differentiate great PMs. Covers emotional intelligence, influence, and executive communication.
Workshop series · Stakeholder management & communication
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Programme Highlights
Project Management Fundamentals Bootcamp
3-day intensive · Internal Certification · 120+ graduates
Agile Practitioner Certification Prep
4-week program · External certification support · 60 participants
Leadership Essentials for Project Managers
Workshop series · Stakeholder management & communication
Emerging Leaders Mentoring Program
6-month structured 1:1 mentoring · Career development
Risk & Issue Management Masterclass
1-day workshop · Risk framework adoption · 50 participants
Featured Work
Program Highlights
A selection of high-impact programs where strategy met execution and delivered measurable business outcomes.
Enterprise Transformation
Digital Transformation — ERP & Process Re-engineering
Led the full lifecycle of a $15M enterprise digital transformation program spanning ERP implementation, process re-engineering across 8 departments.
$15M
Program Value
8%
Under Budget
97%
User Adoption
PMO Establishment
Division-wide PMO Build & Maturity Uplift
Designed and implemented a fit-for-purpose PMO for a 200-person technology division.
200+
People Impacted
3 Months
To Delivery
100%
Adoption
Agile Transformation
Agile Operating Model Transformation
Programme managed an Agile operating model transformation for a 400-person business unit.
18 Teams
Transformed
40%
Speed to Market
SAFe
Framework
Credentials
Certifications & Education
A commitment to lifelong learning demonstrated through industry-recognised professional credentials.
Project Management Professional (PMP)
PMI
2025
Agile Coach (ICP-ACC)
ICAgile
2025
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Scrum Alliance
2020
SAFe 6.0 Agilist
Scaled Agile
2024
MBA
2025
Agile PM Practitioner
2020
Transformation Leader
2022
Ideation & Innovation Leader
2024
Endorsements
Feedback from colleagues, direct reports, and senior leadership across my career journey.
An exceptional program leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on delivery. The transformation program was delivered on time, on budget, and the change was fully embedded. Rare talent.
The PM bootcamp completely transformed how our team approaches project delivery. The practical tools, frameworks, and coaching style made complex concepts accessible and immediately applicable.
As my mentor, your guidance shaped not just my PM skills but my career trajectory. The structured programme gave me confidence, tools, and the sponsorship I needed to take the next step.
Thought Leadership
Insights & Perspectives
Articles, frameworks, and reflections on program management, leadership, and capability building.
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Whether you're looking for a senior program leader, a training facilitator, or a strategic thought partner on your next transformation — I'd love to connect.
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