Chae Song is the latest member of the Karsun Solutions leadership team to graduate from the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council’s (ACT-IAC) Partners Program. The ACT-IAC Partners Program readies senior executives for leadership within their organizations. Graduates of the yearlong program were recognized at ACT-IACs Executive Leadership Conference (ELC) in Philadelphia. As a Partner, Chae follows in the footsteps of prior Karsun Solutions ACT-IAC Fellows including Co-Founder Sundar Vaidyanathan (2010), COO Terry Miller (2010), Badri Sriraman (2015), Rajaji Bellamkonda (2016), Juan Robles (2017), and Jay Kondapalli (2017). Karsun Solutions also recently announced Sudhir Duggineni was selected for 2019 ACT-IAC Voyagers Program.

About Chae Song

Ms. Song is a recognized leader, with 21 years of experience in delivering a broad portfolio of IT solutions and services to clients across the acquisition, financial, telecommunications, healthcare, and public sector industries. She has extensive experience in technical program and project management specializing IT modernization initiatives and application maintenance for federal and commercial clients, including business process improvement, financial planning, and management, agile software development, implementation, and maintenance enterprise applications.  Ms. Song has strong business acumen and in-depth technical knowledge in applying Agile methodology, DevOps model in AWS Cloud environment, instituting software development standards and project management methodologies leveraging industry best practices, and CMMI.  She has a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering IT modernization initiatives and is an effective leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills.  Ms. Song’s abilities to mobilize diverse project teams to deliver solutions with business values have been demonstrated for numerous Federal clients.

Program Leadership – Portfolio Program Manager GSA CAMEO Small Program

The General Services Administration (GSA) CAMEO Small Program is a complex large-scale systems development/modernization program for GSA Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). CAMEO Small Business is a five-year prime contract with a ceiling value of $110 million. This is a cornerstone transformation effort for FAS aimed at streamlining acquisition processes, modernizing IT applications/infrastructure while simultaneously preparing the organization for change. This modernization effort is expected to bring benefits not only to FAS but also to the GSA enterprise and other federal agencies.  Ms. Song is currently managing GSA’s enterprise initiatives — FAS Sales Reporting Modernization Program and Acquisition Gateway Program.

Prior to Karsun, Chae worked for Deloitte Consulting, Vangent (now Pearson), and the Unisys Corporation. Chae also worked for startups and has formed and ran her own company as an entrepreneur. She led the capture and delivery of large‑scale systems integration efforts for clients in the Federal and Commercial Sector industries to enhance their capability to offer new business processes and improved service delivery. Chae also led the strategy and implementation of various mission‑critical, complex enterprise applications for federal agencies/commercial customers.

Chae holds M.S. in Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University and B.S., Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems from George Mason University.

About Karsun Solutions

Karsun Solutions is a fast-growing, innovative enterprise modernization firm. Recently awarded Best Company Culture by Comparably.com, its teams deliver modern software development, cloud, and data solutions to customers at government agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Aviation Administration and General Services Administration. Leveraging GoLean, Karsun teams drive digital transformation and help its government customers Do Extraordinary. Learn more at Karsun-LLC.com.

Sudhir Duggineni with past Voyager Program graduate Juan Robles

Karsun Solutions is proud to announce that Sudhir Duggineni was accepted into the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council’s (ACT-IAC’s) 2019 Voyager Program. This year-long professional development program targets managers working in the federal IT industry and government. Fellows are identified as rising stars within their respective organizations. The competitive program only accepts 32 participants a year.

About Sudhir Duggineni

Mr. Duggineni is a highly motivated, goal-oriented Project Manager at Karsun Solutions. He successfully delivered a $10 million modernization project for the General Services Administration Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). He is currently leading a Federal Aviation Administration initiative. A recognized leader, he has 14 years of experience in supporting and managing a number of IT solutions and services to clients across the acquisition, financial, and public sector industries.  He has actively pursued industry standard certifications including Project Management Professional, ITIL, Scrum Master, Product Owner (CSPO) and Process Manager (CSPM) and engaged in groups like ACT-IAC for continuous learning opportunities.

About Karsun Solutions

Karsun Solutions is a premier consulting firm delivering a portfolio of enterprise modernization services to its federal and commercial customers. Its core competencies include Modern Software Development, Cloud Solutions, and Advanced Analytics. Its proprietary GoLean® software development methodology combines Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service provides a lean management tool-kit combining the best of these practices.

Karsun Solutions has a long legacy of participants in the ACT-IAC fellows program. Past graduates include CEO Sundar Vaidyanathan (2010), COO Terry Miller (2010), Badri Sriraman (2015), Rajaji Bellamkonda (2016), Juan Robles (2017), and Jay Kondapalli (2017). Additionally, Chae Song is a member of ACT-IAC’s 2018 Partners Program class.

Karsun Solutions’ Enterprise Modernization Experts are taking to the air on September 21^st, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. ET on WFED 1500am. Recording from Federal News Radio’s studio, Karsun Executives Sundar Vaidyanathan, Kartik Mecheri and Terry Miller sat down with host Jason Miller. The thirty-minute Views from the Corner Office program offers a private industry glimpse into public sector contracting. During their interview, the Karsun Solutions leadership team discusses the state of the government contracting space, marketplace trends, and the future of enterprise modernization.

The Innovative Approach to Enterprise Modernization

From their recent founding to rapid growth, the Karsun executives relate an early commitment to establishing an innovative culture. Among their earliest objectives was investing early in dedicated innovation resources while honing the organization’s core capabilities. The team identifies this capabilities first approach to contracting as the key to their success. In the interview they reveal development strategy insights utilizing this approach.

The Future of Robotic Process Automation in Government Modernization

This innovative, capabilities first approach charges Karsun teams with experimenting with emerging technologies. Discussing recent Karsun Innovation Center research, Karsun Co-Founder and Chief Architect Kartik Mecheri takes a deep dive into robotic process automation. He outlines Karsun’s vision for machine intelligence and innovation in the public sector.

Over the course of their thirty-minute interview, the team reveals further insights into their growth process. For more insights from these industry experts tune into WFED at 12:00 p.m. on September 21^st. Alternatively, listen live on the 21^st at federalnewsradio.com.

About Karsun Solutions

Karsun Solutions is a premier consulting firm delivering a portfolio of enterprise modernization services to its federal and commercial customers. Its core competencies include Modern Software Development, Cloud Solutions, and Advanced Analytics. Its proprietary GoLean® software development methodology combines Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service provides a lean management tool-kit combining the best of these practices. Karsun Solutions’ quality, development, and information security practices include CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001 certifications.

Karsun Solutions, LLC ranked among the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private US Companies for the fourth year in a row. Only one in six companies make the list four times. Firms are ranked in the Inc. 5000 based on their growth over the past three years. Ranking four times in a row represents a remarkable 7 years of growth.

“We’re elated to be honored for a fourth year in a row among the Inc. 5000.” said Karsun Solutions Co-Founder and CEO Sundar Vaidyanathan.

Founded in 2009, Karsun Solutions experienced explosive growth since inception. A premier consulting company, they deliver Modern Software Development, Cloud, and Advanced Analytics solutions to customers in the US Federal Government. Their customers include the Federal Aviation Administration, General Services Administration, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Beginning in 2015, the organization has continually listed in Inc. 5000 the rankings. In the fall of 2017 Karsun Solutions was awarded a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract from the FAA. That contract has a $145 million ceiling value and a five-year period of performance. This was the second $100 million-plus contract for Karsun Solutions, a rare accomplishment for an organization of their size.

The organization’s founding vision emphasizes investing in innovative initiatives. The Karsun Innovation Center (KIC) serves as the company’s in-house research and development unit. Early in 2017 Karsun Solutions released the GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service developed within the KIC. Built on their proprietary GoLean® software development methodology, this management toolkit analyzes Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

Throughout 2018 Karsun Solutions continues to grow. Karsun teams in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Herndon, Virginia are expanding and actively hiring. The organization also recently announced the formation of a new Data Practice within the Karsun Innovation Center. In June they were named among the 2018 Moxie Award Finalists. That award recognizes bold and innovative companies within the DC Metro Area.

Grab the August 2018 edition of Inc. magazine for a complete ranking breakdown. Read Karsun Solutions Inc. 5000 profile here.

HERNDON, VA – Karsun Solutions announces the formation of a new Data Practice within the Karsun Innovation Center (KIC). Leveraging his 20 plus years in Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing, Shaunak Ashtaputre was named the practice lead. This new practice will focus on data modernization, advanced analytics, and data security as key growth areas.

The organization’s continued investment in Data Modernization innovation is an extension of Karsun Solutions’ Enterprise Modernization and Advanced Analytics expertise. Through this new practice the organization will expand its DevSecOps offerings by melding data integration resources into KIC ongoing initiatives. Some key objectives include:

• Building a Data Modernization Innovation Lab within KIC
• Identifying and nurturing partnerships with key vendors and their ecosystems
• Establishing a Center of Excellence (CoE) for Data Modernization and DataOps
• Attracting and nurturing expert-level talent in Data Modernization and Advanced Analytics
• Guiding and assisting with RFP/RFI responses in the areas of Data and Advanced Analytics
• Creating expertise in data migration and modernization related to AWS services
• Creating a cohesive practice and level of expertise across Karsun programs and contracts

With the implementation of the new Data Practice Karsun Solutions continues to establish itself as a one-stop Data-Migration and Modernization shop.

About Shaunak Ashtaputre

Shaunak Ashtaputre has more than 20 years of industry experience, with extensive engagements in Business Intelligence Data Warehousing and other business intelligence initiatives including strategy, architecture, data management, security, design, and delivery across several industry verticals including the Public Sector. Prior to joining Karsun, he ran an analytics consulting small business for several years. Under Karsun Solutions Advanced Analytics practice he currently leads GSA’s analytics, data warehousing, and big data platform. He is responsible for new business across the business intelligence and big data verticals.

About Karsun Solutions

Established in 2009, Karsun Solutions is a premier consulting firm delivering a portfolio of enterprise modernization services to its federal and commercial customers. Its core competencies include Modern Software Development, Cloud Solutions and Advanced Analytics. Its proprietary GoLean® software development methodology combines Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service provides a lean management tool-kit combining the best of these practices. Beginning in 2015, Karsun has ranked yearly among the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing US Companies. It was also recognized among the Washington Business Journal’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies. Karsun’s quality, development, and information security practices include CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001 certifications.

HERNDON, VA- Karsun Solutions, LLC is pleased to announce the organization was named a 2018 Moxie Award finalist. The Moxie Award recognizes bold and innovative companies in the DC metro area.

“I want to congratulate our team for enabling us to be recognized among the boldest and most innovative organizations in the D.C. metro community,” Karsun Solutions Chief Executive Officer Sundar Vaidyanathan said. “Innovation through technology and the creativity of our people propels our success and the success of our clients.”

Innovation is one of the organization’s core values. A proactive approach to developing technology solutions accelerated the company’s growth as it won multiple $100 million plus prime contracts serving the U.S. Federal Government. Karsun leadership prioritizes investment in innovation. The Karsun Innovation Center (KIC) is the organization’s in-house research and development unit. KIC teams identify real-life business challenges, prototype solutions, and expand the organization’s product offerings.

Finalists were recently announced by Sarah Cody, the 2018 Moxie Award executive chairwoman.

“We received an unprecedented number of entries,” Cody said. “We look forward to revealing the winners at the 2018 Moxie Award celebration on Oct. 11 at The Ritz-Carlton in Tysons Corner.”

A complete list of finalists can be found at https://moxieaward.com.

About Karsun Solutions

Established in 2009, Karsun Solutions is a premier consulting firm delivering a portfolio of enterprise modernization services to its federal and commercial customers. Its core competencies include Modern Software Development, Cloud Solutions and Advanced Analytics. Its proprietary GoLean® software development methodology combines Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The recently released GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service provides a lean management tool-kit combining the best of these practices. Beginning in 2015, Karsun has ranked yearly among the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing US Companies. It was also recognized among the Washington Business Journal’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies. Karsun’s quality, development, and information security practices include CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001 certifications.

Karsun Solutions’ Jay Kondapalli has graduated from the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council’s (ACT-IAC) 2017 Partners Program. The yearlong program prepares senior executives for leadership within their organizations. As a Partner, Jay follows in the footsteps of prior Karsun ACT-IAC Fellows including Co-Founder Sundar Vaidyanathan (2010), COO Terry Miller (2010), Badri Sriraman (2015), Rajaji Bellamkonda (2016), and Juan Robles (2017).

In June, Mr. Kondapalli was announced as the Program Manager for the $110 million General Services Administration (GSA) CAMEO Small Business contract. Prior to joining Karsun Jay held leadership positions at Booz Allen Hamilton and Unisys Corporation supporting the delivery and operations for multiple complex applications in GSA Federal Acquisition Service. He was involved in the Acquisition Process Improvement (API) and IT Alignment Project that maximizes the effectiveness of GSA’s offerings to help its customers in acquisition.  He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in India and a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications.

Karsun Solutions was named among the 50 fastest growing companies in Washington, DC and the surrounding area. The Washington Business Journal recently recognized Karsun Solutions among its 50 Fastest Growing Companies. The award acknowledges organizations in the greater DC region undergoing phenomenal growth. In addition to its established work as the prime on the General Services Administration’s $110 million CAMEO Small Business contract, the organization was recently awarded a $145 million contract with the Federal Aviation Administration. In August the organization was listed in the Inc. 5000 for the third year in a row.

Karsun celebrates growth at our April 2017 Town Hall

About Karsun Solutions

Established in 2009, Karsun Solutions is a premier consulting firm delivering a portfolio of enterprise modernization services including Modern Software Development, Cloud Solutions, and Advanced Analytics. Its proprietary GoLean® software development methodology combines Agile, Lean, Kanban and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The recently released GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service provides a lean management tool-kit combining the best of these practices. Karsun’s quality, development, and information security practices include CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001 certifications.

Karsun ranked among the 2017 Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private U.S. Companies. This is the firm’s third year in a row ranking on the Inc. 5000. The Government services provider has seen 243% growth in its trailing 3-year annual revenue and moved up 900 places from its 2016 ranking.

Founded in 2009, Karsun offers a portfolio of Enterprise Modernizations services to Federal and commercial clients. The organization’s premier clients include the General Services Administration and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Their recently launched GoLean.io Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) brings the best of Karsun’s proprietary GoLean methodology out of the Federal space and into the commercial realm. Karsun’s established quality, development, and information security practices, including CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certifications, make them a preferred partner for any organization, be it public sector or private enterprise.

Read the complete Inc. profile here.

Sundar Vaidyanathan, Chief Executive Officer of Karsun Solutions, has been elected to a second term on the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Executive Committee. He will continue as a Vice Chair at Large on the Industry Advisory Council’s Executive Committee. Committee members were announced at ACT-IAC’s recent annual Management of Change event.

Mr. Vaidyanathan is a Co-founder of Karsun Solutions and a thought leader on Enterprise Modernization. He is a graduate of ACT-IAC’s Partners Program and previously served on ACT-IAC’s Best Practices Subcommittee. In February 2017 he was selected as a Washington SmartCEO Future 50 award winner.

About Sundar Vaidyanathan

Sundar Vaidyanathan is the Co-founder and CEO of Karsun Solutions. In this role, he is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the company, developing and executing long-term strategies, and driving business results. Sundar epitomizes Karsun’s commitment to modernizing enterprises through technology innovations. Sundar is a proven leader with deep expertise in developing strong customer relationships, a passion for building high-performance teams, and a disciplined focus on delivery excellence. Prior to founding Karsun Solutions, he held leadership roles at Unisys Corporation and KPMG Consulting, driving strategy and implementation of complex multi-million-dollar IT programs.  Sundar is active in the federal IT community and has served in leadership positions at technology-focused industry organizations such as the American Council of Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC). He currently serves on the board of ACT-IAC. Sundar holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical Communication Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science and an MBA from the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland.