Varun has over 20 years of experience in the corporate world, of which the last 15 years have been in executive search where he has led and managed critical client relationships across diverse industries. While working at EMA Partners, he managed engagements that span the sr. leadership suite with a special focus on Digital, Tech & IT Services, VC/PE-Portfolio and Professional Services. He was instrumental in developing firm’s capabilities in the Digital & Technology space. Most recently, he led the Technology practice at WalkWater Talent Advisors, one of the fastest growing Executive Search and Talent Advisory companies in India.

Prior to joining EMA Partners, Varun was associated with Korn/Ferry where he was part of the Global Technology Markets (GTM) India practice. His areas of focus at Korn/Ferry included: Business & Professional Services, Business Information Services, IT/ ITeS, Electronics, Software & Emerging Technologies, Consulting, Big Data & Analytics, HR, and Finance. Earlier, between 2008-2011, Varun ran his own search firm before which he was associated with a niche economic, business and market research firm, IMA India.

Varun comes in with multi-domain, multi-functional expertise in Executive Search, and Leadership Coaching & Development. He had successfully completed Decision Dynamics Certification in the Executive Assessment Suite, is an Executive Coach, and regularly advises early stage ventures/ entrepreneurs.