Transformation

Featuring Varsha Agarwal, Director, Transaction Diligence, EY India, whose journey is shaped by learnings, evolving experiences, resilience, self-belief, and the strength of her supportive team. From navigating challenges to building confidence, she has not only driven her own growth but also helped build a culture where more women rise, feel heard, and lead with impact.

In this episode of Consulting Leaders Unscripted, Mritunjay Kapur, Partner and Markets Leader – Consulting Services, EY India, is joined by Maya Ramachandran, Partner – Risk Consulting Markets Leader.

With over 15 years of experience in driving innovation and building digital risk capabilities, Maya shares her journey — from being one of the early women professionals in SAP implementation to scaling a global IT asset management solution. She discusses what it takes to thrive in risk consulting today, offering insights on front-office transformation, the multi-dimensional skills young consultants need, and her approach to work-life harmony. This conversation provides a compelling perspective on building resilient, tech-enabled enterprises.

In this episode, Malahar Pinnelli, VP and Country Leader, 7-Eleven Global Solutions Center (GSC), delves into the company’s journey of establishing and scaling its GCC in Bengaluru. The discussion covers the center’s growth since 2020, expanding from technology and cybersecurity to finance, merchandising, HR, licensing, and marketing, and its role in driving digital transformation through platforms like 7NOW, 7Rewards, and 7Wallet, all while creating a world-class workspace recognized as a certified “Great Place to Work.”

In this episode, Veenit Surana, Partner, EY India, breaks down how early financial planning and audit discipline can drive Initial Public Offering (IPO) readiness—from aligning accounting policies and presenting consistent financials to ensuring transparent, investor-facing disclosures.