JMAN Group Announces New Chief of Staff to the CTO

The appointment of data and analytics veteran Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi as Chief of Staff to the CTO signals a major investment in the firm’s global technology capabilities for the private equity sector.

October 2025 — JMAN Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Kaushik Perinkulam Ravi as Chief of Staff to the CTO. This newly created role reinforces our commitment to being the leader in data-driven value creation.

Kaushik brings extensive experience in the data and analytics industry, having spent close to two decades leading enterprise-scale transformation programmes. At consultancies such as Cognizant and Agilisium, an emerging life-science focused data analytics firm, Kaushik played a pivotal role in shaping large-scale data modernization initiatives and leading cross-functional teams across cloud and data transformation.

More recently, he co-founded TODAC, a management consulting and advisory firm. At TODAC, Kaushik helped high-growth technology businesses sharpen their investor strategy, business planning, technology roadmap, go-to-market execution and operational excellence.

In his new role, Kaushik will work closely with JMAN’s CTO and co-founder Leo Valan to drive strategic planning and operational execution of its data and AI offerings. He will focus on aligning technology goals with client needs and fostering collaboration across teams and stakeholders. Kaushik says: 

“These are exciting times for JMAN Group and their clients. This is a transformative time for the industry, with data and AI radically reshaping how private equity firms and their portfolios unlock value. JMAN Group’s expertise in data-driven value creation is thanks to a powerhouse of data science and engineering talent.”

“Kaushik’s appointment is a significant milestone for our business and a clear sign of our commitment to continue to build world-class technology for commercial private equity. Kaushik brings experience in leading large-scale data and analytics initiatives and delivering innovative technology solutions that drive measurable business impact. His passion for harnessing technology aligns perfectly with our ambition to redefine standards in the private equity industry.”

- Leo Valan, CTO and Co-Founder, JMAN Group

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