MOHAMMED FARAZ KHAN

Mohammed Faraz Khan, Partner at Zinnov, spearheads the GCC Setup and Transformation practice for the EMEA region and is based in London.

With deep domain expertise in Global Capability Center (GCC) Design, Setup, and Transformation, Faraz plays a critical role in enabling both Fortune 500 , as well as mid-market organizations to accelerate their globalization journeys and drive long-term value.

Faraz brings deep expertise in workforce transformation, cost optimization, productivity enhancement, innovation enablement, and collaborative operating models. With a sharp focus on value creation, he has been pivotal in delivering impactful and measurable business outcomes over the years.

He has worked extensively across a diverse set of industries including Software & Internet, Industrial & Engineering, Automotive, Healthcare, BFSI, Consumer Electronics, Energy, and Semiconductors.

At Zinnov, Faraz leads GCC Setup and Transformation practice for EMEA headquartered companies , working closely with global organizations to design, scale, and optimize their Global Capability Centers. His focus is on helping companies unlock newer talent hubs, drive engineering velocity, enable workforce transformation, while keeping costs in check.

Faraz has been instrumental in shaping center charters, building ecosystem partnerships, and implementing best-in-class programs and practices across global centers. He is actively driving the GCC narrative in EMEA, aiming to expand awareness of the model and its potential.

He also works closely with Private Equity firms, helping create transformation-led value that positively impacts company valuation.

Faraz has a deep interest in AI and Big Data, and continues to explore how these technologies can further enhance the strategic impact of global centers.

A Certified OKR Professional, and a recognized thought leader, Faraz has been featured in publications and insights on leading platforms such as The Economic Times and Fortune India. He is a regular speaker at both internal and external forums, podcasts, and industry events, where his perspectives on emerging trends are widely acknowledged.

A staunch advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Faraz believes in fostering organizations grounded in sustainability, empathy, and respect, with a constant emphasis on customer-centricity.

Prior to Zinnov, Faraz held key roles at renowned organizations such as Frost & Sullivan and John Crane.

Outside of work, Faraz is an avid rider, enjoys playing sports, traveling and hiking, and is also a passionate foodie.