Kumar Parakala

Kumar is a business leader and technology entrepreneur who has spent more than two decades building and serving high-growth businesses across the technology and consulting industries. He is currently the President of GHD Digital, where he serves GHD’s 11,000 people and its clients.

Kumar was instrumental in leading the global technology advisory practice for KPMG, where he held executive leadership and managing partner roles from 2000–2015. He has also served as a trusted advisor and non-executive director to boards and CEOs for more than 500 board briefings. He is a respected thought leader whose work has been published in top media outlets such as Forbes, Wall Street Journal and Financial Times.

In his spare time, Kumar indulges his passion for jazz music, demonstrating his creative flair and unique approach to both life and leadership.