Rohini Kasturi

Rohini Kasturi is a prominent figure in the Software as a Service (SaaS) industry, known for his exceptional leadership and groundbreaking innovations. His role as a C-Suite executive and board member across various organizations, including public, private, and venture-backed companies, has been marked by significant achievements. His expertise in security, observability, SaaS platform ecosystems, data analytics, generative AI, and autonomous solutions has contributed to setting new benchmarks in the industry. Serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at SolarWinds, a leader in IT management software, he has been a critical driver of growth and transformation. Recruited by the CEO, his responsibilities encompass product management, engineering, architecture, user experience, and analytics. His strategic leadership has been pivotal in transitioning SolarWinds to a more SaaS-focused business model, leading to significant increases in bookings, subscription rates, renewals, and EBITDA. Before his tenure at SolarWinds, he significantly impacted Pulse Secure as the Chief Product and Development Officer, where he doubled the bookings of the Zero-Trust Security Portfolio and was instrumental in its acquisition by Ivanti. At Veritas Technologies, as the VP/GM of Cloud and Data Management BU, he led the launch of the industry's first multi-cloud data and information management SaaS platform. Additionally, he founded Avni.io, a venture in cloud virtualization technology, which Veritas later acquired. His strategic planning and portfolio management skills are evident in his ability to scale SaaS operations, manage successful acquisitions, and guide companies through significant transformations. Renowned for his empathetic and results-driven leadership style, he is an active board member, advisor, and leader in cyber-tech committees. His contributions to the SaaS industry have earned him numerous awards and over 20 patents.