VIJAYKUMAR HEGDE

Vijaykumar Hegde, Partner at Zinnov, is a seasoned strategy leader with over two decades of Global experience spanning Engineering, Business Development, and Consulting. Based out of New York, Vijay leads high-impact consulting teams across the U.S. and globally, helping Fortune 500 companies and fast-growing tech providers accelerate growth, optimize operations, and unlock innovation across Digital Engineering, Hi-Tech, and Telecom.

Vijaykumar Hegde brings a unique blend of expertise to his role as Partner at Zinnov’s Business Growth & Transformation Practice. Known for his strategic acumen, Vijay advises Global Enterprises and Technology Services companies across critical domains, including Hi-tech, AI, and Digital Engineering.

Vijay’s focus spans key growth levers – from revenue acceleration and strategic branding to innovation, profitability improvement, operations optimization, and globalization advisory. He excels in crafting account-led growth strategies, refining value propositions, merging improvement, optimizing profitability, and supporting clients in navigating complex mergers, acquisitions, and workforce transformations.

His client engagements consistently deliver remarkable growth, fueling innovation and driving transformative results in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Beyond client success, Vijay is a recognized thought leader in the industry. His insights on technology and business strategy are regularly featured in respected publications like The Hindu Business Line and ComputerWorld, and he frequently contributes to thought leadership in conferences, forums, and podcasts. His influence extends far beyond client walls, inspiring peers and emerging leaders alike.

Drawing from his rich background in the ecosystem, Vijay’s approach is broad and holistic, grounded in Digital Engineering and technology while adaptable across industries. Prior to joining Zinnov, Vijay held key positions in firms like Aricent, HP and Tech Mahindra. Outside of work, Vijay enjoys painting and playing badminton. He remains a lifelong learner, and keeps a close eye on the latest tech and innovation trends.