Hari Janardhanan has joined Prisma AI as Chief Investment Officer, strengthening the company’s leadership as it scales its artificial intelligence-driven offerings across global markets. He will lead the finance and investment functions of the Prisma AI Group, overseeing strategic capital allocation, investment planning, and financial stewardship across its operations in India and Singapore.
In his current role at Prisma AI, Hari is responsible for shaping the group’s investment strategy, supporting growth initiatives, and aligning financial priorities with the company’s long-term vision in the AI and emerging technology space. His mandate spans corporate finance, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, valuation, and identifying new business opportunities, positioning Prisma AI for its next phase of expansion.
Prior to joining Prisma AI, Hari spent nearly eight years at EY, most recently as Executive Director – Strategy & Transactions, where he served as the GDS MENA Region SaT Leader. In this capacity, he supported transaction advisory, corporate finance, and EY-Parthenon engagements across the Middle East and North Africa, working closely with regional and global leadership. Earlier at EY, he was Associate Director, leading large teams and advising clients.
Hari’s career spans years across investment banking, consulting, and advisory roles. He previously held senior positions at Capitalianz as Executive Director – M&A Advisory, where he led mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, fund management, and venture capital initiatives. His earlier experience includes leadership roles at HDFC Limited as Country Head in Saudi Arabia, PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Deloitte, and Ernst & Young, building deep expertise in corporate strategy, risk advisory, and financial analysis across India, the GCC, and global markets.
With his extensive background in strategy, transactions, and cross-border investments, Hari Janardhanan’s appointment is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening Prisma AI’s financial architecture and supporting its ambitions in the fast-evolving artificial intelligence ecosystem.