Prakash R.

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Director, Cloud Architecture at National Indemnity Company

Omaha Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Prakash is the Director of Cloud Architecture at NICO, bringing over 25 years of experience in software development, cloud adoption, and technology integration. A holder of two Masters degrees, he has led mission-critical programs in insurance, railroad, and government. Colleagues describe him as highly intelligent, knowledgeable, and a skilled architect.

His values are deeply influenced by his upbringing in Jamshedpur, where his father worked for Tata Steel. He credits the pervasive "Tata Culture" of humanity in the town for shaping his perspective on corporate life and community, creating special memories that have lasted a lifetime.

Unique fact: He grew up in the “Tata Culture, ” a community built around corporate humanity that shaped his values from infancy.

Personality Overview

Fast-paced

Risk-Accepting

Strategic Planner

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Cloud & IT Maturity
He believes corporate IT has an expiry date and emphasizes the continuous application of a maturity model to ensure longevity and relevance.
Analytics and AI
Recently attended an analytics and AI meeting with peer tech leaders from various Berkshire Hathaway enterprises to discuss stories and insights.
Corporate Humanity
Based on his formative years, he has a strong appreciation for corporations that exhibit a pervasive sense of humanity towards employees and the community.

Media Appearances

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Work History

10-2022
Director, Cloud Architecture at National Indemnity Company
10-2020 - 10-2022
Cloud & Integration Practice Lead at CATCH Intelligence
6-2015 - 10-2020
Practice Lead and Senior Architect at CATCH Intelligence
6-2005 - 5-2015
Systems Engineer at Union Pacific Railroad
6-2002 - 5-2005
Senior Application Developer at First Data Corporation

Education

1995 - 1997
Master's degree from Creighton University
1992 - 1994
Master's degree from Anna University

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Insights For Selling To Prakash

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Prakash is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Prakash

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Prakash move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Prakash take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Prakash

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