Dr S Krishnan
Digital Learning Transformation and Program Management Leader
About
Results-driven Learning & EdTech Strategist and Program Manager with 25+ years of experience in building, scaling, global learning ecosystems for both technical and non-technical curricula. Proven expertise in leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives across various regions, effectively bridging the gap between emerging technologies and human capability development.
Experience
Leader of Digital Learning Strategy
BITS Pilani Digital
May 2025–Present · India
Established a new Digital Learning Strategy function for Online Vertical. Architected an enterprise-scale learning operating model and sync/async delivery framework. Reduced content production cycle by 47% through AI-enabled workflows.
Global Digital Learning Transformation Leader
MetLife | Remote (Lasya Consulting)
Jan 2021–Apr 2025 · Remote
Led global digital learning transformation across 13 EMEA/LATAM countries. Implemented AI-driven workforce training boosting productivity by ~20%.
Consulting Lead
Walmart Vriddhi Learning Project (Lasya Consulting)
2021–2025 · India
Designed end-to-end learning system architecture for a national MSME training platform. Managed LMS and mobile app integration for scalable delivery.
Growth and Program Lead
Gyanamite Edtech
2020 · India
Scaled digital learning products across 100+ partner institutions. Delivered 500K+ learners in 3 regional languages.
Role not specified
BITS Pilani – WILP
July 2018 to December 2020 · Bangalore, India
Focused on learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Role not specified
Manipal Global Education MaGE
Jun ’26 to Jun ’18 · Bangalore, India
Focused on learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Role not specified
Myntra – Vector Ecommerce
Nov ’13 to Jun ‘16 · Bangalore, India
Focused on learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Role not specified
Walmart India & Global Sourcing
Sep ’08 to Nov ‘13 · Gurgaon & Bangalore, India
Focused on learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Role not specified
Gap Inc
May ’00 to Aug ’04 · Bangalore, India
Focused on learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Digital Learning Strategy Leader
BITS Pilani Digital
May 2025–Present
Established a new Digital Learning Strategy function for the Online Vertical; architected an enterprise-scale learning operating model and sync/async delivery framework; led governance for 130+ team members, faculty, industry experts, studio teams, technology teams, and vendors; reduced content production cycle from 75 to 40 days through AI-enabled workflows and reusable content design; achieved 95%+ on-time program launches and implemented RACI-based Incident, Problem, and Change Management.
Global Digital Learning Transformation Lead
MetLife
Jan 2021–Apr 2025 · Remote
Led global digital learning transformation across 13 EMEA/LATAM countries; designed and executed enterprise learning strategy; implemented AI-driven workforce training that boosted productivity by approximately 20%; piloted Metaverse onboarding and virtual learning experiences; directed PMO governance and delivery tracking for multi-million-dollar initiatives; established adoption through governance forums and executive engagement. Engagement delivered through Lasya Consulting.
Consulting Lead
Walmart Vriddhi Learning Project
2021–2025
Designed end-to-end learning system architecture, curriculum frameworks, assessments, and learner management for 50K+ users as of March 2024; managed LMS and mobile app integration; supported content quality, learner engagement, and analytics; delivered the Sourcing–SDP program; mentored vendors on buyer pitch decks and conducted open-call sessions for export suppliers. Engagement delivered through Lasya Consulting.
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BITS Pilani – WILP
July 2018–December 2020 · Bangalore
Worked in learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
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Manipal Global Education MaGE
Jun ’26–Jun ’18 · Bangalore
Worked in learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
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Myntra – Vector Ecommerce
Nov ’13–Jun ’16 · Bangalore
Worked in learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
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Walmart India & Global Sourcing
Sep ’08–Nov ’13 · Gurgaon and Bangalore
Worked in learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
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Gap Inc
May ’00–Aug ’04 · Bangalore
Worked in learning operations, curriculum digitization, and capability-building programs.
Education
Swiss School of Business Management
Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), Business Administration
2024
Geneva
Karnataka State Open University
Executive MBA, Business Administration
2011