Our Leadership

Our Leadership

Our Leadership

UK office
bg3.png
Meeting
bg2.png
bg.png
US as a Team

At Optimiztive, we strongly believe that technology and digital solutions have the power and influence to change the world and how we do things.

We are a team of experienced and diverse professionals from around the world, collaborating to combine our expertise with yours. Together, we aim to deliver innovative solutions that drive enhanced business outcomes and create a meaningful impact.

Optimiztive was founded with the vision to transform industries and create value where it matters most to you. We believe that technology and digital solutions have the power to shape the future and redefine how businesses operate. Driven by a passion for transforming businesses, we are committed to building and delivering products and solutions that improve customer experiences and streamline digital journeys across various industries.

Connect on Linkedin
Choice-for-a-Startup-Tharshan
Software Development

Tharshan Sreetharan

Principal Consultant / Director - Technology Delivery & Program Management

Tharshan brings over 18 years of experience in the technology sector, with a focus on driving innovation and delivering successful outcomes. As the Delivery Director and Principal Consultant at Optimiztive, he provides strategic direction while actively overseeing services, solutions, and portfolios. Tharshan is also dedicated to mentoring and coaching a team of qualified consultants and digital advisors.

Versatile and results-oriented, Tharshan is an experienced technology delivery leader and business strategist, with expertise in product management, business analysis, and IT project and program management. He has led product engineering, software services, and IT strategic business units across global markets, overseeing the hands-on delivery of complex projects.

Tharshan has successfully guided the development and growth of software products and digital solutions, managing the entire lifecycle from concept to global expansion for clients and partners worldwide. His hands-on experience spans senior technical product management, delivery leadership, and business analysis, with a focus on driving execution and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

With a proven track record in managing and delivering multimillion-dollar software development, digital transformation, and agile projects, Tharshan has worked across diverse industries to implement technology solutions that meet client needs. He has built and managed successful international technology organizations and engineering centers, leading operations both locally and globally.

Tharshan is known for his practical approach to technology strategy and execution. He brings hands-on leadership to global enterprise operations, with a strong focus on building high-performing teams that deliver business outcomes. Through his mentoring and coaching, he helps organizations optimize their delivery models and achieve their technology goals.

Connect on Linkedin

Accomplishments

Years Experience
0 +
Spearheading Digital Transformation Programs
0 +
Leading Agile Transformation + PMO & BACoE Optimization
0 +
Delivering IT & Product Engineering Projects
0 +
Total Successful Tech Businesses in Sri Lanka
0 +
Successful Business Transformation, Process Reengineering & Due Diligence
0 +
Years Experience
0 +
Spearheading Digital Transformation Programs
0 +
Leading Agile Transformation + PMO & BACoE Optimization
0 +
Delivering IT & Product Engineering Projects
0 +
Total Successful Tech Businesses in Sri Lanka
0 +
Successful Business Transformation, Process Reengineering & Due Diligence
0 +
Multidisciplinary domain expertise and experience working across multiple technology business domains.

Business Domains and Industries

Hospitality
Banking
Insurance
Health Care
Human Resource
E-commerce & Retail
Hospitality
Banking
Health Care
Insurance
E-commerce & Retail
Human Resource

Educational Background

Tharshan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology, specializing in Software Engineering, from Edith Cowan University in Australia.

In addition to his academic qualifications, Tharshan has earned multiple professional certifications in business analysis, product management, agile and scrum leadership, and ITIL. These certifications include: Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®), Project Management Professional (PMP®), Certified Scrum Master (CSM®), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®), Certified Scrum Professional – Scrum Master (CSP-SM®), and Certified Scrum Professional – Product Owner (CSP-PO®).

Tharshan also holds advanced qualifications in product management, requirements engineering, project and program management, and business administration.

Tharshan contributed to the development of the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK 3.0), published by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), helping to shape industry best practices.

What our clients, partners and co-workers say about us

Roger was senior to Tharshan. Tharshan directly reported to Roger when tharshan was heading several software development and digital/business transformation projects for a global client in the Insurance Technology based in Australia.
.
“I hired Tharshan as a principal consultant to connect the gap between technology and business and head a large digital transformation program for a client of mine in the insurance sector. Tharshan came as a proactive individual who knew his subject well and challenged all avenues with a clear target in mind. Tharshan was highly reliable and got along very well with people he worked with. I have no hesitation in recommending his company or his services.”
Dr. Roger WelshChief Executive Officer & Strategic Advisor at Fidelity Technology Solutions

Sampath was a client of Tharshan’s at hSenid business solutions.

“During his consultation period at hSenid Business Solutions(hBS), Tharshan’s role/task was to lead the overall project management practice by analyzing the existing processes and techniques used at hBS and improve on them and to establish an organization-wide ‘projects & delivery management methodology’ as per hSenid’s business model and structure.

Tharshan was also accountable and responsible to work as a hands-on Senior Manager Projects and Process and manage some of the key critical client projects/accounts to ensure the project was planned, managed, executed, monitored and controlled where he successfully delivered as per hSenid and clients business requirements, given the challenging constraints of limited time and resources.

Tharshan’s core skills includes software program & portfolio management, projects management, Project Management Office (PMO), project management practice/standards, business analysis & consulting practices/standards, business and software process improvement, process reengineering & optimization.”
Sampath JayasundaraChief Executive Officer of hSenid Business Solutions & PeoplesHR
Tharshan was senior to Asherah and reported to Tharshan on several business transformation programs for 2 UK companies providing IT services globally.

“Tharshan is one of the most talented C-level officers I have ever worked with over the years. He is a visionary technology business leader and a people’s person who leads by example and always focused on wanting to disrupt and innovate the industry. The products and solutions he provides, the speed of delivery, and how well it solves our everyday mundane and overall business problems are commendable.

Among others, he is always willing to depart his knowledge and is an amazing mentor, and has great ability to build up and operate technology businesses and create high-performing engineering and delivery teams.”
Asherah De SilvaDirector & HR Transformation Consultant at Ace Jobs & Ex Talent Head at CA Technologies
Helene worked with Tharshan but at different companies when serving together as a Program Director for a leading bank in Australia. Managing their digital transformation program and whilst Tharshan was also serving as interim head of business analysis.

“I had the opportunity to work with Tharshan in a strategic software development and process improvement project for a key client of ours in the Banking & Financial Services segment.

Tharshan worked in the capacity of a program manager and also headed a BA practice where he demonstrated his expertise and leadership skills to meet the required program and project objectives.

Best part I like about Tharshan was his ability to work hands-on and go to root level to solve the problems in hand and provide suitable business and software solutions without losing focus on strategic intent of the program.”
Helene Smith, PHDDirector & Principal Consultant – Global Delivery at Elaborate
Praveen directly reported to Tharshan at Leapset (Now Sysco Labs) when Tharshan was serving as its Head of/Director – Delivery & Product Management for Discovery (R&D) vertical.

“I have had the good fortune of working closely with Tharshan. I have found Tharshan to be an exemplary leader and an extremely committed and a hard-working hands-on member of the project team. Tharshan’s leadership experience in Product Management as well as Delivery management holds him in good stead. Tharshan has also established trust among all teams across the company including Development, QA, BA and Project Management.

Tharshan has been a very good friend to everyone and enjoyable character among the team with much passion to work. In essence, Tharshan is a very valuable resource for any organization who is talented and self-motivated.”
Praveen AbeyrathneSenior Project Manager at Leapset (Now Sysco Labs)
Tharshan worked with Asitha in the same group at hSenid. When Tharshan led hSenid’s delivery and process transformation program as its head of delivery and processes.

“I have been fortunate with work along with Tharshan who was an instrumental in Project and delivery management, process optimization. Tharshan is also from a very strong business analysis and product management background.

Tharshan has opened many avenues for process optimization while introducing effective project delivery methodologies. He took ownership of streamlining total delivery process while engaging in managing many delivery teams simultaneously. Passionate, Business acumen, and team orientation are few of many strong qualities of Tharshan."
Asitha GoonewardenaChief Product Officer at Peoples HR & hSenid Business Solutions
Tharshan was senior to Noel at hSenid when Tharshan led hSenid’s delivery and process transformation program as its head of delivery and processes.

“Tharshan joined hSenid when the organization as a whole was in a phase of transformation, his contribution during his stint at hSenid was imperative as it focused mostly in the areas of IT Project delivery, Tharshan’s approach towards this was simple and effective, His experience and exposure came in handy when we worked on highly challenging and complex projects. Tharshan was an excellent mentor to all the PMs, Project leads, business analysts, BA Leads and Delivery BU Heads at hSenid.”
Noel ArokiamChief Executive Officer at DxDy Digital | Ex Head of Enterprise Solutions Team at hSenid
Tharshan was senior to Rukshan at hSenid when Tharshan led hSenid’s delivery and process transformation program as its head of delivery and processes.

“I have had the opportunity to work with Tharshan at hSenid Business Solutions as he was leading and mentoring us on critical projects/ accounts as the 'Head - Projects & Processes'.

Tharshan is someone who has the strength and courage to get into critical situations and to provide vision & leadership to success of delivery and business outcomes.

During his stay at hSenid, in quick time frame he introduced and implemented ; 'hSenid delivery model' an approach and methodology to effectively delivery quality solutions. His approach was also highly valuable to project management team and improved the way we did things.”
Rukshan AbeyratneChief Operating Officer at Ayra Analytics | Ex Senior Project Manager at hSenid
Gregory was a client of Tharshan’s. Tharshan created several products and solutions for Gregorys companies.

“Tharshan has been hired as our chief product manager, business analysis/consulting and delivery management professional more than once for a some of our key project's and initiatives, helping us with conceptualizing our business and technical ideas and making sure every aspect of the business & technology works together to meet our requirements, strategic goals & objectives.

In my experience Tharshan knows his field well, knows how to handle things, and is a pleasure to work with.

I would expect any project, business or company to grow further when Tharshan is on board, and with that in mind I would certainly recommend him for building great software products for you and managing successful delivery of them.”
Gregory CowanChief Technology Officer at Amnzero
Tharshan worked with Elka in the same group at Bank West. When Tharshan was leading business analysis and solutions delivery of several projects for several projects Elka was the Project manager of.

“Tharshan had great attention for detail, excellent knowledge and was very confident in all forms of communication with our clients. Tharshan presented well to both internal and external stakeholders and was an asset on my project.”
Elka LilleyEx Senior Project Manager at Bank West
Tharshan & Nirmalan worked in the same group. When Tharshan was serving as senior delivery and product manager for several key clients they worked to gather on.

“Tharshan has demonstrated to me on numerous occasions his ability to deliver high quality results and solutions. Overall he is an excellent team player, good manager with a positive attitude and technical skills to successfully execute any challenging tasks allocated to him. Wishing him every success in his future endeavors.”
N NirmalanCEO /Principal Consultant & Mentor at Ken Visa
Tharshan worked with John in the same group, when Tharshan was leading the business analysis and requirements engineering aspects of a large project whilst John Dana was managing the technical aspects of the project.

“I had the pleasure of working with Tharshan on a project with extremely tight delivery deadlines and high expectations. I found him structured in his thinking, insightful, creative, motivated and a pleasure to work with.”
John DanaSenior advisor at Norsk Helsenett SF
Previous
Next