Saikiran Kolavennu

Saikiran Kolavennu brings a distinguished 28-year career in technology leadership spanning application development, IT cloud services, product management, cybersecurity and enterprise modernization. As the director of business development at CogniAI, Kolavennu leads strategic growth initiatives, builds high-value partnerships and drives market expansion across federal, state and commercial sectors. He aligns CogniAI’s solution portfolio with client missions, ensuring that organizations of all sizes receive tailored, scalable technologies that strengthen operational efficiency and competitive advantage.

His prior roles at Cisco Systems and Red Hat Technologies have established him as a strategic leader capable of managing complex portfolios and innovations. At Cisco, Saikiran led the strategic development of the Webex Cloud Contact Center and Enterprise solutions, where he was instrumental in driving operational efficiencies and integrating advanced technologies that significantly improved Cisco's market competitiveness and compliance standards. His expertise in managing comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks across multiple platforms has markedly improved Cisco’s regulatory stature and market positioning.

Adept in cross-functional team management and strategic project execution, Kolavennu has consistently spearheaded transformative projects that have delivered substantial business value. With a startup mindset, he seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology innovations with strategic business objectives, ensuring impactful outcomes from concept to completion. He holds a Master of Science in electronics and physics from Andhra University and is a certified professional in Duke University’s Adaptive Strategic Execution Program, underscoring his strong technical expertise and strategic foresight.