JMAN Group names Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi Chief of Staff to CTO
JMAN Group has announced the appointment of Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi as Chief of Staff to the Chief Technology Officer.
Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi joins JMAN Group with a background of almost twenty years in the data and analytics sector, having held senior roles at technology consultancies including Cognizant and Agilisium. At Agilisium, a firm specialising in life sciences data analytics, he contributed to major data modernisation projects and managed cross-functional teams focused on both cloud services and data transformation.
Kaushik also brings experience from his time as co-founder of TODAC, a management consulting and advisory organisation serving high-growth technology product and professional services companies. In this capacity, he supported businesses with investor relations, business planning, technology planning, go-to-market strategies, and operational efficiency.
Role and responsibilities
As Chief of Staff to the CTO, Kaushik will work closely with Leo Valan, JMAN Group's Chief Technology Officer, aiming to advance strategic planning and oversee the execution of JMAN's data and artificial intelligence offerings. His role will involve aligning technology strategies with client requirements and promoting collaboration across the company's teams and stakeholders.
The position reflects JMAN Group's ongoing expansion and intention to develop its global technology capability, with particular attention to the evolving needs of private-equity firms and their portfolio businesses.
Industry context
JMAN Group positions itself within the private equity sector, supporting private-equity funds and their portfolio companies in implementing data-driven decision-making and value creation activities. Since its founding in 2010, JMAN has expanded to offices in New York, London, and Chennai, and works with over 100 private equity funds and more than 250 portfolio companies. The company reports that 85% of its business is from recurring client partnerships.
The appointment coincides with a broader shift in the industry towards leveraging data analytics and artificial intelligence to generate improved investment outcomes and operational efficiencies for investment firms and their subsidiaries.
Executive perspectives
"I am excited to join JMAN at this pivotal stage of growth. This is a transformative time for the industry, with data and AI radically reshaping how private equity firms and their portfolios unlock value. JMAN is uniquely positioned to capitalise on this shift with unmatched expertise in data-driven value creation and a powerhouse of data science and engineering talent. I'm passionate about using technology to transform investment into a smarter, faster process that generates lasting commercial impact," Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi said.
Kaushik's appointment is described by JMAN as a newly created position designed to provide additional support and expertise within the technology leadership team. The move is also presented as a milestone in the group's strategy to enhance its data capabilities on a global scale.
Commenting on the appointment, Leo Valan, CTO and co-founder of JMAN Group, said: "We are really pleased to welcome Kaushik to JMAN Group in this newly created role. This is a significant milestone for our business and a clear sign of our commitment to continue to build world-class technology and AI.
"Kaushik brings a wealth of experience in leading large-scale data and analytics initiatives and delivering innovative technology solutions that drive measurable business impact. His passion for harnessing technology to make a real difference aligns perfectly with our ambition to redefine standards in the private equity industry and deliver transformative outcomes for our clients and their portfolio companies."
Company ownership
JMAN Group has been a portfolio company of Baird Capital since 2023, further positioning itself alongside organisations focused on private equity and investment-driven growth strategies.
