VJ, the Group Head of Innovation (Sr. Director) at Reso, is currently at the forefront of spearheading Engineering and Product management functions. With a corporate career spanning over 19 years, he has left a significant impact in roles at Salesforce, Swiss Re, and Dell, where he served as the VP for Innovation and Head of Innovation, respectively. Beyond his corporate achievements, VJ is renowned as the founder of Open Innovation India, a thriving community fostering collaboration among startups, corporates, and tech enthusiasts. Widely recognized as an active startup mentor and a permanent Tech Jury member for numerous startup awards, VJ's versatility extends to being a sought-after keynote speaker at various corporate tech events. Additionally, he actively champions diversity and inclusion, collaborating with Women in Tech and supporting People with Disabilities, also known as True Ability Warriors. As an accomplished engineering leader, VJ has navigated multiple domains, from AI and Analytics to product development, accumulating an impressive portfolio that includes 22 filed patents, 2 books in Innovation, two religious books, and three linguistic books.