Prassana Janarthanan is a seasoned IT professional with over two decades of experience in visualisation-driven data analytics, modeling, and presentation for businesses. Having worked with D. E. Shaw India Software Private Limited for nearly 16 years, Prassana has lent his expertise to support fund managers and traders, improve workflows through the application of technology, and ideate and deliver IT tools that include data modelling, REST API, and Front End development and support. He has led teams of front-end developers and data engineers, designed, architected and developed web-based dashboards, and worked with clients to align IT teams with the principles of their core business. As a Deputy Director at D. E. Shaw India Private Limited, he handled the tactical and strategic needs of front-office fund managers. He has also served as Vice President at AQR Capital Management and has been an IT Consultant at Self-Employed, shaping the vision of IT teams. With a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Prassana is dedicated to providing tailor-made and effective solutions to businesses.