Manoj Narayanan

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Manoj co-founded Lucen Partners in 2024, a distinct venture aimed at providing comprehensive product and technology consulting services to software companies. With a holistic product and technology methodology, Lucen Partners leverages the expertise of former operators to guide companies throughout the entire investment lifecycle, ensuring optimal outcomes and sustained growth.

Manoj's experience includes notable positions such as CTO at Real Chemistry and Cognizant Technology Solutions, Managing Director of Technology at GTCR and Vista Equity Partners, Principal at Capgemini Financial Services, and Consultant at A.T. Kearney. Furthermore, Manoj is also an investor in seed-stage firms in B2B space.

Manoj is a technology-driven leader with a strong focus on driving growth and improving businesses through technological initiatives. With a wealth of experience, he specializes in spearheading the transformation of B2B software companies by leveraging technology to its fullest potential. His work has spanned across various regions, including the Americas, Middle East, Europe, and India.

Over the past two decades, Manoj has dedicated himself to building and delivering software products and solutions, both as an operator and advisor. Throughout his career, he has honed his expertise in product development, creating and executing product roadmaps, and conducting pre-acquisition product and technology diligence. He is also highly skilled in optimizing and aligning companies' product portfolios with their investment theses, ensuring maximum value and strategic coherence.

With his comprehensive skill set and extensive industry knowledge, Manoj continues to drive technological advancements and empower companies to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. His passion for technology, coupled with his strategic mindset, positions him as a driving force in leading transformative initiatives and fostering business growth.

Education

MBA, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad


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