Umesh Sharma on Growing Without a Plan
There’s something quietly powerful about a life that doesn’t go to plan but still turns into something meaningful. Umesh Sharma’s story is one of those—shaped not by a clear roadmap, but by unexpected turns, steady effort, and the people who believed in him along the way. The Path That Wasn’t Supposed to Happen “I never […]
Karen Zwissler on Learning to Drive Every Car With Confidence
Karen describes herself as German by birth and global by experience. It shows. Over the past 25 years, she has led across Europe, Asia Pacific, and Australia, working at the intersection of enterprise technology, government, security, and defence. Her career has taken her into boardrooms, cabinet level briefings, delivery war rooms, and project sites. Different […]
Satvinder Singh on Doing the Right Thing at the Right Time and Learning How to Slow Down
There’s a particular kind of wisdom that only comes from staying long enough to see things change. Satvinder Singh has seen SAP evolve from its earliest days — SAP 3.1G — to the complex, high-pressure transformation environments we know today. But when he reflects on his 27+ year journey, it’s not the technology that stands […]
Keagen Georgiou on Building Systems People Can Love
Some leaders measure success by go-live dates. For Keagen Georgiou, success is about what’s left behind: teams who can deliver, systems they can trust, and a culture that feels stronger for having gone through the change together. From Numbers to the Business of People Keagen grew up in South Africa, inspired by his father, who was a trained […]
Divya Narayan on Never Stopping, Even When the Path Disappears
“If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: your career is never a straight line. The rejections, setbacks, and detours—they’re the very chapters that prepare you for what’s next.” In 2008, Divya Narayan thought she had landed her dream start. Fresh out of her MBA in HR and marketing, she was selected through campus placement […]
Rahul Jacob on Connecting the Dots in Life and ERP
“Connecting the dots never changes, and that’s what keeps me moving forward.” For Rahul Jacob, every step in his journey has been guided by a philosophy of seeing the bigger picture. As an immigrant navigating new countries and cultures, he learned early that no experience is wasted; each challenge, each opportunity, each detour adds a […]
Khalil Rajwani on Integrity in ERP and Human-Centered Leadership
When Khalil Rajwani reflects on nearly two decades in ERP and data migration, what stands out isn’t the projects or promotions—it’s the ethical choices and the people behind the work. From Student to Global ERP Specialist Khalil’s journey began in 2003, arriving in Australia as a student. He pursued postgraduate studies in Engineering Management at […]
Saurabh Goel on Balancing Authority and Care, Like a Father
Leadership isn’t always about giving orders or hitting targets. Sometimes, it’s about showing up with patience, empathy, and understanding, just like a parent. From School Captain to SAP Architect Saurabh’s journey began on a school sports field, where he first learned that leadership isn’t about individual brilliance — it’s about bringing people together toward a […]
Rohan Kasar on Adoption, AI, and the Human Side of Tech
Sometimes, the most powerful innovations aren’t measured in code—they’re measured in trust, connection, and the lives they touch. Early Sparks of Curiosity Rohan Kasar’s fascination with technology began long before he pursued a career in IT. “Initially just to play games, but slowly but steadily I started learning coding while in the school itself,” he […]
Amitya Sharma on Golf, Grace, and Getting Back Up Again
“You don’t forget the days you felt like giving up. But you remember the quiet voice inside you that said, ‘Try again.’” When you speak with Amitya Sharma, you don’t immediately hear grand declarations or big, boisterous opinions. What you hear is steadiness. A calm voice. A patient pause before every answer. But behind that […]
