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Avinash Rao

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Head of Consulting and Services at INNOVATION ROOTS
📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Avinash Rao is a transformational leader with over 24 years of experience in AI and Digital Transformation. As Head of Consulting and Services at INNOVATION ROOTS, he specializes in building ventures from the ground up. He holds a PGSM from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and is a published author.

Avinash is deeply engaged in the professional community, frequently speaking at industry events and sharing his expertise on lean and agile methodologies. His role leverages his connection to the Agile Network India community, indicating a passion for fostering professional networks and sharing knowledge with others.

He co-authored the book "Prisoners of Process - Rethinking Management and Change in IT Services. "

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Head of Consulting and Services
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Topics Avinash cares about

AI's Role in Agile
His recent posts and speaking engagements focus on how AI is fundamentally changing agile teams, coding, and the roles of Scrum Masters and Product Owners.
Digital Transformation
A core theme throughout his 24-year career, specializing in re-imagining digital journeys for CPG, Travel, and Telecom sectors.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Head of Consulting and Services
INNOVATION ROOTS
2-2025 - 11-2025
Principal at Greyamp Consulting, India and Middle East markets
Greyamp Consulting
6-2023 - 2-2025
MD and Head of India
LiveSwitch Inc.
5-2021 - 6-2023
VP of Products
Digite, Inc.
2-2020 - 5-2021
DevOps Transformation
Wipro Digital
In the press

Media appearances

Profile of Speakers – National Digital Business Forum 2025 (includes Avinash Rao, Head of Consulting and Services, Innovation Roots). Featured in National Business & Technology Forum (NBT India)
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MakeMeSmart Podcast – Episode featuring Avinash Rao (Head of Consulting & Services, Innovation Roots). Featured in MakeMeSmart Podcast (Facebook Group)
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Education
2002 - 2005
PGSM
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
1995 - 1999
Bachelor of Engineering
University of Mysore
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