At Vertex, we’re committed to delivering turnkey management solutions that provide high-quality results on time. As a world-class IT solutions provider, we adhere to formal engineering and management principles while maximizing human creativity to deliver maximum value for all stakeholders.
Our focus is on minimizing risk, ensuring sustainable quality, and reducing time-to-deliver while lowering costs. We leverage our functional expertise and global resources to optimize our processes and deliver exceptional value to clients without compromising on quality.
Our mission is to empower clients to achieve their business objectives with confidence and ease. With our extensive experience, expertise, and commitment to innovation, we’re dedicated to helping clients succeed today and into the future.
Our core values are the foundation of everything we do. We believe in:
We put our customers first, ensuring that their needs are met and their expectations are exceeded.
We strive for continuous improvement, seeking new and innovative ways to deliver value to our customers.
We work collaboratively, leveraging the strengths and expertise of our team members to achieve our goals.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all of our business practices, earning the trust and respect of our customers and partners.
We believe that our success as a company is directly tied to the happiness and satisfaction of our employees.
That's why we are committed to creating a great place to work, where team members are valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.
Our team is comprised of experienced professionals who are
passionate about driving results for our customers.
Ganesh earned his title of Chief Troublemaker by peppering his teams with constant “what if” scenarios that lead to outside-the-box, quality thinking. Never satisfied with the status quo, he’s an avid technologist, passionate about using IT to drive organizational efficiency, innovation, competitiveness, and scale. His customers appreciate his radical approach to business problems, noting that Vertex’s solutions address challenging needs that provide value far beyond the initial project scope. Given that many of his clients have stayed with him for over 15 years, “troublemaking” has become a winning strategy. Ganesh also enjoys literary fiction; recent favorite authors include Abraham Verghese, Imbolo Mbue, and James Baldwin.
Adept at assessing process and technology opportunities to deliver high-value solutions, Murali is a customer-centric technology executive with practical business knowledge. He consistently executes with excellence, establishing high standards and accountability for operational effectiveness and efficiency. Murali is also an avid reader and enjoys traveling and watching NFL games. Go Bengals!
As cofounder of Vertex, Sharda has brought together talented individuals through the years. She takes pride in all the work and growing pains, knowing they resulted in a nimble organization driven by employees for the benefit of clients. Sharda wears many hats: HR, accounting & finance, immigration, and special projects. When Sharda is not Vertexing, she is a mom to three fantastic kids (2 Gen Z humans and a dog) and grandma to a cat. She enjoys audiobooks, woodworking, quilting, and knitting. Volunteer activities include delivering meals to the elderly and packing food at a local pantry.
Sudip has over 20 years delivering Enterprise Solutions and Strategic Account Management. He heads the India Delivery Center and is responsible for scaling and optimizing service delivery and operations. Sudip embraces technologies and operational efficiency resulting in tech-driven success for every business. During his free time, Sudip loves to explore emerging technologies and enjoys playing badminton.
Venkit is an accomplished Telecom IT veteran with a wealth of global experience spanning over 35 years. He has made significant contributions as a pioneer in offshore IT infrastructure, having successfully launched and managed multiple start-ups while leading Operations and Technology for Managed Services, Telecom and Financial Services. Venkit is highly skilled in a variety of areas, including Start-up, Business Development, Operations, Technology, Outsourcing, and Vendor Management. A true visionary, he is a results-driven leader who consistently delivers outstanding outcomes and fuels business growth. Moreover, Venkit is also an avid tennis player and fitness enthusiast who excels in mentoring, writing, public speaking, and achieving excellence in all endeavors.
Arnab leads the Vertex Custom Application Development Team and handles digital transformation, cloud, and AI practices. He is responsible for evaluating customers’ business needs, choosing the best technology and developing end-to-end solutions that meet or exceed client goals. When he’s not working, he’s busy writing his memoirs or enjoying time with his family at the movies or driving to new places.
Jim is a detail-oriented mechanical engineer and salesforce certified business analyst. His certifications include Salesforce Administrator, Sales Cloud Consultant, and Service Cloud Consultant. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Obsessed with finding solutions that maximize ROI, Jim is committed to building long-term relationships that improve processes and increase value. He’s successfully deployed both Salesforce and custom Force.com solutions for industries spanning manufacturing, financial, and construction. If you’re ready to leverage your CRM, contact Jim. The only thing equally as exciting as Salesforce to Jim is his immaculate 2001 Chrysler Prowler, an original production hot-rod that garners lots of thumbs-up at stoplights!
With over 10 years of CRM experience and multiple Salesforce certifications, Joby focuses on helping customers get the most out of their Salesforce implementation, improving productivity and increasing revenue. He loves to explore new technologies and looks for ways to implement the best solution for his customers. When he is not working, Joby likes watching cricket matches and exploring new places with his wife and two sons.
Lakshmi wears multiple hats at Vertex, taking on roles such as Customer Liaison, Business/Data Analyst, and Project Coordinator/Manager. Each of these positions allows her to acquire invaluable business and process knowledge that greatly contributes to the success of Vertex engagements. Her responsibilities extend beyond ensuring the success of these engagements; she also prioritizes delivering the promised value to our clients. With a focus on Service Excellence, expertise in productivity and collaboration technologies/tools, strong project management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a profound understanding of business processes, Lakshmi brings a range of traits to her diverse roles.
Mani Pattathil is an accomplished leader in the field of data and analytics, currently heading the Analytics Practice at Vertex. With a strong track record of driving data-driven strategies and delivering impactful insights, he consistently empowers organizations to achieve their business objectives.
Mani brings extensive expertise in designing and implementing advanced analytical frameworks that optimize decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. His exceptional skill in transforming complex data into actionable recommendations has earned him recognition for generating tangible business value.
A collaborative and strategic thinker, Mani excels in aligning analytics initiatives with overall business goals, enabling organizations to unlock untapped opportunities and gain a competitive edge. Committed to innovation, he stays at the forefront of emerging analytics trends, ensuring his teams remain ahead of the curve and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
Manish Bharti is an experienced Program Manager with over 17 years of expertise in software strategies and solutions, company-wide IT strategies, and managing distributed development teams. He is skilled in microservices architecture practices, Salesforce, software development life cycle (SDLC), integration – SQL – software development, and Agile/Scrum methodology. Manish has improved workplace productivity by focusing on people, process, and technology. His technical skills include project planning, risk management, generating project performance metrics reports, and deployment planning and execution.
Narayana is a professional with over 20 years of experience, who oversees all aspects of finance within the company to ensure that it is operating as efficiently as possible. He thinks strategically and analyzes the business to identify opportunities for improvement. He monitors, analyzes, and evaluates the financials of the company to make informed and calculated decisions.
He enjoys introducing new techniques to promote operational efficiency and managing support operations. Outside of work, He loves to help elderly people and is good at charity work. Apart from these, he loves music and playing chess.
An assertive, energetic professional, Natalie brings an innate ability to face challenges with creativity and courage. Her role as Recruiting Team Manager is ever changing. She wears many hats including overseeing projects, strategizing, business development, and client relations. When she’s not working, Natalie enjoys exercising and spending time with her family.
Padmini is an accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in delivering Enterprise Solutions and overseeing strategic engagements. Currently serving as the Data & Analytics Manager, she excels in maintaining meticulous attention to detail and following well-defined processes to achieve excellence. Even in challenging situations, Padmini remains composed, reflecting her calm and collected demeanor. She strongly values teamwork and believes in providing equal opportunities to all. Padmini is passionate about exploring emerging technologies and inspires her team members to learn and contribute to the organization’s growth.
Outside of work, Padmini cherishes her time with her husband and daughter. She indulges in activities such as gardening and enjoys listening to Indian semi-classical music during her leisure hours.
Pradeep Madasu, an IT manager with over 20 years of expertise in the IT Industry, is responsible for establishing and maintaining the organization’s technological infrastructure. He keeps track of the organization’s operational needs, investigates technological and strategic options, and develops the most economical and effective solution to meet those needs. As an IT manager, he will work closely with the rest of his team to ensure that the company uses the most up-to-date technology to run its business. (Managing IT Infrastructure, Project Management, Security Management, Vendor Management, Strategic Planning), he is also Chief Information Security Officer and Lead auditor for ISMS. He strongly believes in working together and is always keen to learn & adopt new technologies. He is truly friendly. He enjoys playing cricket and is more enthusiastic about traveling.
Rajesh Doma, a seasoned IT specialist with 16+ years of experience and a Master’s in Analytics from the University of Cincinnati. Rajesh strongly believes that data speaks louder than words and can help make the right decisions if harnessed properly. He is a certified Azure Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Expert, and Solution Architect, constantly upgrading his technical skills. With excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, Rajesh can transform data into actionable insights and tell a compelling story.
Varma has 15+ years of experience in building data solutions for retail and manufacturing domains. He specializes in data warehousing, data integration, and data marts, both on-premises and on the Azure cloud. Varma is proficient in Microsoft data platform products such as SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, as well as Azure Cloud data platform services including Data Factory, Data bricks, Azure SQL, DevOps, and Power BI. In his leisure time, Varma enjoys quality time with his family.
Soft-spoken, yet assertive, Renae has a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and serves as the liaison between our clients and contractors. She coordinates interviews, provides updates to requisitions, and maintains relationships with clients, contractors, and the like. She has a passion for personality inventories and what they can tell us about individuals’ social traits, motivations, strengths and weaknesses, and attitudes.
When not working, Renae can be found perusing thrift stores, listening to music, spending time with family or reading.
Reshmy Kesavadas is a passionate and dedicated Supplier Diversity Specialist at Vertex Computer Systems. She excels at fostering strong relationships with potential suppliers and is an invaluable asset to the company’s diversity efforts. Outside of work, Reshmy is committed to community service and is currently involved in creating a sanctuary for wild birds in Missouri. Her motto is ‘Keep Smiling,’ and she works tirelessly to make a positive impact on the world.
Deep technical acumen in application development and data analysis combined with practical business knowledge, Rick brings a wealth of experience to any project. He enjoys working with clients to design the best response to any problem that needs solved. He has developed unique, innovative, and complex technical solutions to meet customized requirements. Having an aptitude for any new learning challenge, Rick has been able to develop proficiency in MS Office/Excel VBA, Oracle/SQL, SharePoint configuration, and Tableau. When not at work, Rick enjoys genealogical research, Cincinnati history, and biking.
Shailaja Murvakonda brings over 13 years of professional Human Resources experience to Vertex. Her knowledge of HR intricacies is wicked good. When employees need details about onboarding, compensation, benefits, culture, or change management, she’s everyone’s quick and friendly go-to resource. But it doesn’t end there. She’s also a skilled Talent Strategist committed to building a workforce with extremely high retention and engagement scores. She’s on the Happiness Squad for a reason – she can’t help spreading joy. Outside of work, she’s a devoted mother who loves nature, books, music – and playing with kids and pets. Ask her about her Pomeranian pooch, Cherry, and you’ll feel the joy too!
A MuleSoft certified Architect and Mentor, with over 16 years of Middleware experience in providing complex solutions for MuleSoft integration systems. He focuses on continuous refinement and exploring new technologies to maintain the quality and providing qualitative solutions for the customers. He is a father of two beautiful daughters and loves to spend most of the time with them.
If CRM Senseis wore Martial Arts belts, Suraj’s would be three-stripe black. A 13-year software veteran, he’s a master Salesforce Architect with multiple certifications, specializing in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Community Cloud, and Custom Application Development on the Lightning Platform. Need a tricky integration? He’s your guy, well versed in designing integration solutions among Salesforce and external systems, including ERP and Marketing Automation Platforms like Pardot and Marketo, using Mulesoft ESB and others. He is an avid fan of thriller & horror movies, biking, hiking, ping-pong, and chess. He also builds and contributes to open-source projects on Github.
Surendra Bolla is an experienced leader with a strong hands-on approach and a proven track record of delivering exceptional client service. Proficient in managing diverse programs from inception to completion, successfully navigating complex milestones and adapting to evolving priorities. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives that enhance systems, processes, and overall business performance.
Outside of work, he finds joy in watching cricket and spending quality time with his family, whether it’s enjoying movies together or exploring food magazines, blogs, and recipe websites.
An enthusiastic, strategic sales professional, Uday excels at motivating others to achieve peak sales numbers. Honesty and integrity are his guiding principles. A deep understanding of Vertex’s organizational character allows him to plan and execute sales campaigns aligned with the company’s strengths. This philosophy not only helps provide solutions to customers but also motivates his team to nurture relationships. He believes in setting reasonable sales goals and working alongside his colleagues. Outside of work, Uday enjoys long walks and spending time with his family.
Vidya brings over 16 years of technical obsession to Vertex’s clients. With Vidya, it’s never enough to just “solve” the problem; he goes the extra mile to ensure that all processes deliver the best value. He’s a big believer in teamwork, and is always eager to adopt new technologies. Power Platform, Nintex, and SharePoint are among his strong suits. An environmentalist, he volunteers on sustainability projects and is extremely interested in clean water initiatives. He’s also father to an adorable daughter with whom he loves to play chess and badminton. “She’s six,” he says. “And she always wins!”
A team player experienced in specialized Salesforce customizations, no problem is too prickly for Vijay. He leans into customer issues, ensuring he and his teams understand all facets of the challenge. He’s a detective, always looking for clues to scale the immediate solution to broader areas. His certifications include: Salesforce Advanced Administrator, Platform Developer, Sales Cloud and App Builder. Plus, he handles automated ETL solutions to integrate external data with Salesforce using Microsoft SSIS, CozyRoc and SQL Agent. If all this CRM talk makes your head spin, ask him about his PlayStation habit. He’s an avid gamer, striking fear into his God of War competitors!