Prasun K Howli, Management Consultant in Houston, TX, United States
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Prasun K Howli

Verified Expert  in Management Consulting

Management Consulting Expert

Houston, TX, United States

Toptal member since April 25, 2025

Expertise
Business DevelopmentBusiness Plan ConsultingGrowth StrategyBusiness OperationsM&AFinancial Modeling
Bio

Prasun is a seasoned management consultant with over 18 years of experience in strategy and digital transformation. Prasun brings broad domain expertise across enterprise technology, generative AI, fintech, payments, and cybersecurity, aligning innovative strategies with evolving industry demands. His technical acumen, grounded in deep industry insight and advanced technology frameworks, enables the design and integration of innovative solutions to complex business challenges.

Career Highlights

Director
Guidehouse
Manager
EY
Senior Consultant
IBM

Education Highlights

Master's Degree
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Bachelor of Engineering Degree
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology

Certification Highlights

CISSP
ISC2
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Global Association of Risk Professional

Case Studies

Expertise

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Privacy
  • Digital Transformation
  • IT Strategy
  • M&A Strategy
  • Project Management
  • Strategy

Work Experience

Director

2015 - 2025
Guidehouse
  • Oversaw a team supporting a $600 billion national lending program for small and medium-sized businesses, overseeing the process design and implementation of technology solutions for origination, underwriting, and servicing.
  • Directed a multimillion-dollar engagement to design and implement a loan servicing solution for a leading auto finance institution, optimizing efficiency and regulatory compliance through solution selection, integration, and operationalization.
  • Guided a team assisting a fintech payment company in designing and developing its payment card issuing and processing platform, enabling the company to achieve a multibillion-dollar initial public offering (IPO).
  • Spearheaded the design and development of a 3rd-party risk management program for one of the top five financial institutions, managing a multimillion-dollar engagement and overseeing supplier risk assessments for 500+ vendors.
  • Drove multimillion-dollar General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance efforts for a Fortune 500 multinational company, implementing privacy-by-design frameworks and privacy management solutions across the globe.
  • Developed a comprehensive cybersecurity program for a leading crypto exchange, integrating risk management protocols, incident response strategies, and threat monitoring systems, enabling the company to obtain its money transmitter license.
  • Led audit and compliance for a leading SaaS provider, establishing governance frameworks aligned with NIST, GDPR, and SOC. Spearheaded policy review and control assessments, enhancing operational resilience and ensuring full regulatory adherence.
  • Implemented strategic cost optimization initiatives, reducing operational expenses by 20%. Led process automation and risk-based resource allocation, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and profitability while maintaining service excellence.
  • Managed key accounts, developing a go-to-market (GTM) strategy that drove significant revenue growth. Led customer engagement, solution positioning, and cross-functional collaboration, resulting in enhanced market penetration.
  • Forged strategic alliances with SaaS and cloud service providers, driving collaborative innovation and expanding market reach. Led joint GTM initiatives, enhancing solution integration and customer adoption.
Focus areas: Strategy, IT Strategy, Business & Digital Transformation, Program Management, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, IT Program Management, System Implementation, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Operations, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Technology Transformation, Project Management, M&A Strategy, Digital Transformation, Cost Reduction & Optimization (Cost-down), Change Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), ERP Implementation, Go-to-market Plans, Go-to-market Strategy, Market Research, Affordable Housing, Data Analysis, Market Diligence, Total Addressable Market (TAM), Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Design, Process Mapping, Structure & Organizational Design, Organizational Structure, Financial Services, Business Process Improvement (BPI), Business Development, Business Strategy, Financial Modeling, Business Plan Consulting, Investor Presentations, Growth Strategy, Business Operations, eCommerce, Product Strategy, Client Relations, B2B Sales Pipeline, Business Advisory, Customer Acquisition

Manager

2010 - 2015
EY
  • Guided a cross-border M&A engagement for one of the top three pharmaceutical companies, overseeing the development of target-state architecture, conducting synergy analysis, and managing capital expenditure planning to ensure a smooth transition.
  • Executed a strategic sourcing engagement for one of the top three banks, analyzing $1.6 billion in technology spend. Developed a strategic sourcing framework and a business case, implementing a performance tracking system to drive measurable results.
  • Directed a $10 million engagement for one of the top five financial institutions, leading the design of target-state architecture, business requirements, and technology specifications to ensure seamless integration.
  • Defined business requirements for a front-end loan acquisition system, covering origination, pricing, underwriting, and delivery for a large financial services firm. Analyzed IT landscape and conducted vendor due diligence.
  • Led PMO for a large-scale securitization system implementation, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and stakeholder objectives. Managed scope, risk, and cross-functional coordination, driving on-time delivery.
Focus areas: Strategy, IT Strategy, Process Improvement, Technology Transformation, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Operating Models, System Implementation, Operations, Business & Digital Transformation, Program Management, IT Program Management, Project Management, M&A Strategy, Digital Transformation, Cost Reduction & Optimization (Cost-down), Change Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), ERP Implementation, Go-to-market Plans, Go-to-market Strategy, Affordable Housing, Data Analysis, Market Diligence, Total Addressable Market (TAM), Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Design, Process Mapping, Structure & Organizational Design, Organizational Structure, Financial Services, Business Process Improvement (BPI), Business Development, Business Strategy, Business Plan Consulting, Growth Strategy, Product Strategy, Client Relations, B2B Sales Pipeline, Business Advisory, Customer Acquisition

Senior Consultant

2007 - 2010
IBM
  • Collaborated with chief experience officers (CXOs) and executives to develop an operating model for an investment bank, ensuring strategic alignment between business objectives and long-term strategic priorities.
  • Supported the market entry strategy for one of the top five FMCG companies in ASEAN, conducting market analysis, refining brand messaging, and crafting a comprehensive sales strategy to enhance regional presence and drive revenue growth.
  • Assisted in the core banking implementation at a major financial institution, ensuring the seamless integration of next-generation banking systems.
  • Provided program management support at a leading auto finance institution, overseeing the implementation of origination and general ledger systems to optimize financial operations and reporting.
Focus areas: Strategy, IT Strategy, IT Program Management, Process Improvement, System Implementation, Operations, Business & Digital Transformation, Program Management, Technology Transformation, Project Management, Cost Reduction & Optimization (Cost-down), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), ERP Implementation, Data Analysis, Market Diligence, Total Addressable Market (TAM), Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Design, Process Mapping, Structure & Organizational Design, Organizational Structure, Financial Services, Business Process Improvement (BPI), Business Strategy, Client Relations, Business Advisory

Manager, Operations & Technology

2000 - 2005
Tata Steel
  • Led a team of 20+ professionals in managing the operations of a continuous manufacturing process, consistently meeting and exceeding production and quality targets.
  • Spearheaded a Six Sigma initiative to enhance production quality and process efficiency. Implemented statistical process controls and lean methodologies, leading to a 25% reduction in defects and a 15% increase in overall production efficiency.
  • Implemented a total productive maintenance (TPM) strategy. Led cross-functional teams to optimize machine uptime, resulting in a 20% reduction in unplanned downtime and a 10% increase in overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
  • Optimized production planning and scheduling to maximize efficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks, resulting in a 15% increase in on-time deliveries and a 20% reduction in inventory costs.
  • Collaborated with leading suppliers, including GE, Alstom, and Hitachi, to establish process automation for a greenfield continuous manufacturing operation.
  • Collaborated with a supplier to implement SAP for enterprise supply chain management, enhancing end-to-end visibility, automation, and efficiency.
Focus areas: Operations, Business & Digital Transformation, Process Design, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Operations, SAP Production Planning (PP), Process Automation, Cost Cutting (Cost-out), Budget Management, Forecasting, Statistical Analysis

Education

2005 - 2007

Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad - Gujarat, India

1996 - 2000

Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology - West Bengal, India

Certifications

APRIL 2020 - PRESENT

CISSP

ISC2

JUNE 2013 - PRESENT

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Institute (PMI)

FEBRUARY 2010 - PRESENT

Financial Risk Manager (FRM)

Global Association of Risk Professional

Skills

Finance

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Cost Reduction & Optimization (Cost-down), Market Research, Data Analysis, Total Addressable Market (TAM), Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Business Advisory, Accounting

Output Software

Microsoft Word

Industry Expertise

Affordable Housing, Financial Services

Data & Analysis Software

MATLAB, Visual Basic

Other

Strategy, Operations, IT Strategy, Business & Digital Transformation, Program Management, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, IT Program Management, System Implementation, Process Improvement, Technology Transformation, Operating Models, Project Management, M&A Strategy, Digital Transformation, ERP Implementation, Go-to-market Plans, Go-to-market Strategy, Market Diligence, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Design, Process Mapping, Structure & Organizational Design, Organizational Structure, Business Process Improvement (BPI), Business Development, Business Strategy, Business Plan Consulting, Investor Presentations, Growth Strategy, Business Operations, eCommerce, Product Strategy, Client Relations, B2B Sales Pipeline, Customer Acquisition, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Financial Risk Management, Change Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Microsoft, Finance, Economics, C, C++, Process Design, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Operations, SAP Production Planning (PP), Process Automation, Cost Cutting (Cost-out), Budget Management

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