> whoami
Hi, I'm Ramakanth Konatham — most people call me Kanth Kr.
Technology leader turned educator and storyteller — 19+ years in IT, close to a decade shaping voices through Toastmasters, and a TEDx speaker on data, careers & communication.
01 — About
A little about me
Over 19 years in the IT industry, working across some of the world's largest technology and consulting organizations. Alongside that corporate career, close to a decade with Toastmasters International — becoming a Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM), the organization's highest level of achievement, and delivering 120+ sessions on communication and leadership. Today, that experience is shared as visiting faculty at IIM Raipur, IIM Visakhapatnam, and several other leading institutes, and as a TEDx speaker — helping students and professionals turn expertise into confident, compelling communication.
- Based inIndia
- FocusData, Tech Leadership & Communication
- EducationExecutive MBA, IIM Calcutta
- AlsoPMP, AWS SAA & more — see below
02 — Education & Certifications
Academic background
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Executive MBA — Senior Management
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
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Postgraduate, Information Systems Management
Central Queensland University, Brisbane, Australia
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Bachelor of Technology
Vignan's Engineering College, Guntur, India
Certifications
03 — Teaching
Visiting faculty & guest lectures
Teaching data, computer science, and MBA career & management concepts at leading institutes across India.
04 — Achievements
Recognition & milestones
Toastmasters & Speaking
First Pathways DTM across Divisions E, F, G, H & N — Toastmasters International District 98 (2019). DTM is the highest level of achievement in Toastmasters.
Multiple contest wins since 2018 — Humorous Speech, International Speech, Evaluation & Table Topics contests.
120+ sessions delivered at Toastmasters on a wide range of topics.
Limca Book of Records — Longest Speech Marathon (2018).
TEDx Speaker — invited to deliver TEDx talks on data, careers & communication.
Corporate Recognition
Honored across Genpact, Deloitte, TCS & State Street, including:
05 — Testimonials
What people say
"A great human being with deep knowledge — the kind of person whose guidance you trust instantly."
Charan Singh
"A man of immense talent and remarkable clarity as a speaker — every word lands with purpose."
Sainadh Gupta P
"A speaker and leader whose style draws everyone in — his presence commands the room."
Joy B Hans
"A humble techie with extraordinary talent — expertise carried with genuine humility."
Dr. Neil
"A rare combination — a technologist with deep passion for traditional dance, bringing that same passion to everything he teaches."
Sriveni · Professor
"Meticulous to the last detail — the kind of professional you rarely find, and even harder to replace."
Karthik · MD, US Bank
06 — Contact
Let's connect
Open to speaking engagements, guest lectures, and collaborations. Reach out any time.
ramakanth.konatham@gmail.com+91 73308 42255