We are a team of experienced business, design, technology & process leaders

150+

skilled multi disciplinary professionals

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A global network of trusted service providers and technology partners

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Operational regions around the world

Know our Team

Gopal "Kris" Santhana

Founder, Managing Partner

Gopal "Kris" Santhana is the founder and managing partner of a high growth company providing digital experiences and technology services. As a trusted technology advisor, he guides and advises CTOs on their digital strategy. He has previously held technology leadership roles at Fortune 100 companies including Amazon, Discover Financial Services, Walgreens and HSBC. Prior to that he was providing technology consultancy for major brands lncluding Allstate, KPMG and JPMorgan Chase. Gopal "Kris" Santhana is an alumnus of Oklahoma State University and has a Bachelor of Engineering from Guindy Engineering College, Anna University.

Rodolfo (Rudy) Loo

Executive Director

Executive Director Rodolfo (Rudy) Loo is an accomplished leader in digital product development, specializing in transformative user experiences and organizational growth. Rudy brings over two decades of expertise across digital strategy, e-commerce, and client engagement. His career includes a Vice President role at Merkle and over 14 years at Isobar, where he managed large-scale digital transformation projects across sectors like healthcare, finance, and travel. Rudy is adept in Agile methodologies and has a track record of fostering impactful, cross-functional teams. He is a certified SCRUM Master with significant experience in React and mobile applications.

Jayakumar Palanivel (JK)

Director of Technology & Delivery

Jayakumar Palanivel leads NearTekPod’s digital and AI initiatives, delivering impactful technology solutions tailored to meet evolving client needs. With over 24 years of industry experience, he brings deep expertise in AI applications, digital product lifecycle management, and cloud adoption across diverse sectors, including automotive, medical, high-tech, and industrial. Jayakumar has held key roles at organizations like Wipro and Tata Consultancy Services and founded a successful tech startup. An Executive MBA graduate from IIT Madras and a Mechanical Engineering graduate from CEG, he is known for his strategic insights, technical acumen, and unwavering dedication to excellence and client success.