Meet Our Team
The passionate professionals behind Violin Technologies’ success. Our diverse team brings decades of experience and expertise to every project.
Leadership Team
Our experienced leadership team guides Violin Technologies with vision, expertise, and a commitment to manufacturing excellence.
Lokesh Venkatanarayanan
Founder & CEO
A visionary leader with deep expertise in wiring harness and sheet metal fabrication, Lokesh Venkatanarayanan founded Violin Technologies in 2017 with just three team members and a bold vision to redefine manufacturing excellence. Under his leadership, the company has grown exponentially to a 1000-strong workforce, driven by innovation, quality, and a relentless pursuit of operational excellence.
Balaji Rajagopalan
Founder & President
Balaji Rajagopalan is the Founder and President of Violin Technologies, known for his strong customer focus and deep commitment to building lasting client relationships. A champion of customer-centric strategies, he brings rich experience in business development and plays a pivotal role in steering VT’s growth. His vision and leadership continue to shape the company’s journey to the next level of excellence.
Kanagapandi P
VP - Sourcing Services
An engineering professional with over two decades of experience across leading global manufacturing organisations. Kanagapandi heads our Global Sourcing Services, driving strategic procurement initiatives, building resilient supply chains, and fostering long-term supplier partnerships.
Umasankar S
VP - Strategic Initiatives
A seasoned engineering professional with over three decades of international experience in the manufacturing sector. An expert in tooling and project execution, Uma Shankar leads our Group Strategic Initiatives globally, aligning innovation with operational excellence across regions.
Krishna Kumar S
VP - Operations and India Business
A seasoned manufacturing professional with deep expertise in cable harness ,Automotive , Aerospace & Industrial domain with experience in managing diverse Manufacturing Organization systems. Krishna Kumar leads our Cable Harness Division, driving operational excellence, quality, and customer satisfaction across global markets.
Shankar Venkatesan
Vice President – IT & Chief Information Security Officer
A strategic IT and cybersecurity leader with over three decades in the IT & manufacturing industry. Shankar drives secure digital transformation through smart automation, resilient infrastructure, and enterprise-wide security initiatives.
Nagarjan
Director – Supply Chain Management
An Airforce veteran with over 20 years of experience in the automotive manufacturing sector. Nagarajan brings deep expertise in end-to-end supply chain operations, driving efficiency, agility, and cost optimisation across the value chain.
Yuvarajan K
Director – Quality
A quality-driven leader with over 25 years of experience in automotive and industrial manufacturing. Yuvarajan champions robust quality systems, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction through deep domain expertise and process excellence.
Rajesh G
Director – Business Development
A results-driven leader with over two decades of sales and marketing experience in the electronics and automotive industries. Rajesh spearheads growth initiatives, customer engagement, and strategic partnerships to expand our global footprint.
Rajendran S
Director – Engineering & New Product Development
With over two decades of proven experience in automotive engineering and new product development, Rajendran leads our Sheet Metal division, driving innovation, precision, and product excellence.
Nandhakumar G
Director – Sourcing
With over two decades of experience in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and metal fabrication industries. He currently leads the sourcing function for the Cable Harness and Sheet Metal divisions, driving efficiency, quality, and supplier partnerships across key categories.
Hari Prasad R
Director – Finance
Hari Prasad R serves as the Director of Finance, bringing over two decades of experience in financial planning, budgeting, compliance, and strategic cost management. His expertise ensures robust financial governance and supports the company’s sustainable growth through prudent fiscal practices and business insights.
Ragavendra K.K.
Director – Operations, EMS
Ragavendra K.K. leads Operations for the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) division, bringing with him extensive experience in production management, process optimisation, and customer delivery. With a strong focus on operational excellence and lean practices.
Our Team
The core principles that guide our team and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional manufacturing solutions.
Excellence
Collaboration
Innovation
Our Culture
At Violin Technologies, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team members are empowered to take ownership, think creatively, and contribute to our shared success.
We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and development through training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages both personal and professional growth.
Team Members
%
Employee Satisfaction
Years Average Tenure
