Rahul Deshpande is an experienced professional currently serving as a Client Partner and Senior Director at Cognizant, specializing in expanding the Digital Business & Technology practice in the Retail & Consumer Goods sector within the North America-EAST region. With a career at Cognizant that began in April 2005, Rahul has held multiple leadership roles focused on business development and digital transformation strategies for global clients. Previous positions include Director of Service Line Specialist and Director of Client Service Executive, where responsibilities encompassed guiding clients through digital assurance and modernization processes. Rahul's earlier career includes roles at Capgemini, Syntel, and BSEL Info Systems, leading to a solid foundation in IT services. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunications from MGM College of Engineering.