Ganesh Susarla

Collaborator
DISC Type : si

Director - Enterprise Data Platform at 7-Eleven

Irving, Texas, United States

Overview

Ganesh is a seasoned data executive who directs large-scale data platforms and strategies for organizations like 7-Eleven, managing budgets exceeding $30M. An expert in data engineering, modernization, and monetization, he holds an MBA from The University of Texas and recently authored a blog on unified data governance for Databricks.

Interesting fact: In a previous role, he architected a system that improved data processing efficiency by 220%.

Personality Overview

Consensus Builder

Appreciative

Good Listener

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

Enterprise Data Strategy
His career has focused on advising C-level executives and leading long-term data strategies, turning data functions from cost centers into profit drivers.
Unified Data Governance
He recently wrote about 7-Eleven's journey and success with Unity Catalog, a data governance solution, showcasing his focus on modernizing data management.
Data Monetization
A key highlight in his professional summary is his ability to transform cost centers into profit drivers using advanced data monetization strategies.

Media Appearances

7‑Eleven’s Journey to Unity Catalog Success. Featured in Databricks Blog

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Work History

10-2023
Director - Enterprise Data Platform at 7-Eleven
1-2021 - 12-2022
Senior Data Strategy Advisor at CMS Energy Corporation
6-2019 - 10-2023
Director, Enterprise Data Management at MultiPlan
5-2015 - 6-2019
Enterprise Data Architect at MultiPlan
5-2011 - 7-2015
Sr. Data Specialist | Architect at MPI | Viant Inc.

Education

2019 - 2021
Master of Business Administration - MBA from The University of Texas Permian Basin
2007 - 2008
Master of Science - MS from Fitchburg State University

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Insights For Selling To Ganesh

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Summarize the key points at the end of the conversation
  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.
  • Show them how they look good by making this decision

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ganesh is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ganesh

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ganesh move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Ganesh take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Ganesh

Personality Compatibility


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