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About PRI Global

We make technology
work for people.

Founded in 1997, PRI Global (PRI India Private Services Limited) is a technology consulting and talent business with operations across the USA, India, and globally. Over 28 years of trusted services, we have built a reputation for genuine expertise, transparent advice, and relentless focus on outcomes—placing 12,700+ IT resources and delivering 300+ projects for clients worldwide.

Our Leadership

The Team Behind PRI Global

A cohesive, experienced, diverse team managing operations across six offices in the U.S., India, and the Philippines.

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Ajay Patel
01 · PRI Global

Ajay Patel

Chairman

Also: Chairman & Founder, PR1SM.AI

Ajay Patel is Chairman of PRI Global and Chairman & Founder of PR1SM.AI. A visionary thought leader, entrepreneur, and strategist with 30+ years of hands-on IT experience. Throughout his 24 years as CEO of PRI Global, he developed numerous long-lasting partnerships with Fortune 500 companies globally. Ajay holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and attended Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

Keenan Patel
02 · PRI Global

Keenan Patel

Chief Executive Officer

Also: CEO, PR1SM.AI

Keenan Patel is CEO of PRI Global, responsible for global strategic financial planning and operations across the organization. Keenan began his career in the financial industry, focused on process efficiency and optimization. Since joining PRI Global in 2014, he has driven technology-based business services and profitable revenue growth. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Missouri-Columbia and is pursuing his Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from the University of Michigan.

Marla Dicandia
03 · PRI Global

Marla Dicandia

Chief Financial Officer

Also: CFO/HR, PR1SM.AI

Marla Dicandia is CFO of PRI Global, overseeing global Finance, Accounting, and People Operations. With over two decades of leadership in financial and human resources management, she brings deep expertise in financial stewardship, risk management, and organizational transformation. Marla is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a BS in Accounting from Southern Illinois University and an MBA from Creighton University.

Suresh Karampudi
04 · PRI Global

Suresh Karampudi

Managing Director, PRI Global India

Suresh Karampudi leads PRI Global's India operations, delivery excellence, and talent strategy. With over 20 years of leadership experience in technology consulting and delivery management, he plays a pivotal role in scaling India operations across Hyderabad and Pune. Suresh holds a Master's degree in Computer Science.

× PR1SM.AI LEADERSHIP ×
PR1SM.AI

Team & Leadership

Experienced leaders. Proven track record.

Ajay Patel

Ajay Patel

Chairman & Founder

Visionary leader with 30+ years of IT industry experience and 24+ years as CEO, driving innovation, growth and delivering impactful solutions worldwide.

Keenan Patel

Keenan Patel

Chief Executive Officer

Strategic executive focused on scaling PR1SM.AI, building partnerships and delivering exponential value for our clients.

Marla Dicandia

Marla Dicandia

Chief Financial Officer / HR

Finance and HR leader driving operational excellence, financial stewardship and people-first culture.

Liezl Moss

Liezl Moss

Managing Director Growth Strategy

Leads strategic growth initiatives and market expansion to accelerate PR1SM.AI's global impact.

Jash Yenugu

Jash Yenugu

Lead Engineer / Architect

AI architect and engineer driving platform innovation, scalable architecture and cutting-edge AI solutions.

Karen Myers

Karen Myers

Managing Director, Strategic Client Growth

Leads strategic client growth initiatives ensuring exceptional service and long-term client satisfaction.

Neha Kaur

Neha Kaur

AI Engineer / UI

AI engineer specialized in UI/UX and intelligent system design.

Hetvi Choksi

Hetvi Choksi

Data Analytics AI Engineer

Data analytics expert building AI models that turn data into insights.

Elther Torculas

Elther Torculas

Executive Assistant / Coordinator

Executive support and coordination ensuring team efficiency and seamless operations.

Robbie Wetzel

Robbie Wetzel

Innovative AI Engineer · Applied AI & Automation

Applied AI and automation engineer building intelligent systems that power PR1SM.AI's core decision-making engine.

Corneliu Secrieri

Corneliu Secrieri

AI Engineer & Web Developer

AI engineer and web developer building intelligent platform features and modern digital experiences for PRI Global and PR1SM.AI.

Samantha Yosel

Office Operations Coordinator

Keeps day-to-day office operations running smoothly — coordinating schedules, logistics, and internal support so the PR1SM.AI team can stay focused on delivery.

Deep Global Delivery & AI Resources

Through our parent company, PRI Global, we have access to over 5,000+ vetted IT and AI professionals across every major discipline. This global network empowers PR1SM.AI to deliver innovative, enterprise-grade solutions with speed, scale, and exceptional quality for our clients.

5000+

Vetted IT & AI Professionals

Global

Resources Across All Time Zones

Proven

Track Record of Successful Placements

Innovation

Broad Expertise. Endless Possibilities.

Our Growth Story

From Missouri to the world

From Ellisville, Missouri to a global presence across 4 countries — watch our expansion story.

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Our Values

What drives us

We built dark mode not as an afterthought — but as the primary experience for executives and decision-makers who do their best thinking after hours. PRI Global's interface was designed to be as comfortable at midnight as it is at noon.

Client First

Every decision we make is filtered through a single question: is this genuinely good for the client? We measure success by your outcomes, not our revenues.

Deep Expertise

We hire and develop the best technology professionals in the industry. Our consultants don't just know the theory—they've done the work.

Radical Transparency

No jargon, no hidden agendas. We give you our honest assessment—even when it's not what you want to hear—because that's how we build real trust.

Continuous Innovation

The technology landscape never stands still. Neither do we. We invest heavily in R&D and keep our clients at the frontier of what's possible.

28+ Years of Excellence

A Legacy Built on Trust, Talent & Technology.

From a single office in Missouri to a global technology partner — here's our journey.

1997

Founded

PRI Global is established in Ellisville, Missouri. A bold vision: deliver top technology talent to businesses that need it most.

2000

First Major Enterprise Client

PRI secures its first Fortune 500 engagement, proving the model works at enterprise scale.

2005

500 Placements Reached

A decade into the business, PRI has successfully placed 500+ IT professionals across the United States.

2008

Survived the Financial Crisis

While competitors shut down, PRI doubled down on client relationships and emerged stronger — a testament to the trust we'd built.

2010

India Expansion — Hyderabad

PRI India IT Services Pvt Ltd opens in Hyderabad, unlocking a global talent pipeline and 24/7 delivery capability.

2013

Pune Office Opens

Second India location established in Pune — expanding our engineering and cloud services delivery.

2015

5,000 Placements Milestone

PRI reaches 5,000 successful IT resource placements. A milestone that reflects two decades of precision talent delivery.

2017

Philippines Office — Manila

PRI expands to Southeast Asia with a Manila office, strengthening managed services and support operations.

2019

Canada Office — Ottawa

PRI establishes a Canadian presence in Ottawa, serving Public Sector and Government IT clients.

2020

Navigated COVID-19

PRI rapidly pivoted to remote delivery models, protecting client engagements and keeping 100% of long-term placements active.

2022

AI & Cloud Practice Launch

PRI formally launches dedicated AI/ML, Data Engineering, and Cloud Solutions practices — meeting the next wave of enterprise demand.

2023

10,000 Placements

PRI surpasses 10,000 successful IT resource placements. A number that represents real careers, real teams, and real business outcomes.

2024

PR1SM.AI Launched

PRI Global launches PR1SM.AI — a proprietary enterprise AI intelligence layer. Talk to Your Data. Get Answers. Instantly.

2025

12,700+ Placements & Growing

Today, PRI Global operates across 4 countries, serves clients in 6 major industries, and continues to push the boundaries of what technology services can deliver.

Take a Tour

Our Offices Around the World

Get a feel for the PRI Global environment — where talent meets technology.

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Direct Contact

Talk to Our Leaders

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Ajay Patel

Chairman, PRI Global & Chairman & Founder, PR1SM.AI

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Keenan Patel

CEO, PRI Global

PRI Global HQ

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Our Global Presence

Ellisville, MO · Hyderabad · Pune · Manila · Ottawa

PRI India — Our Global Delivery Engine

Operating as PRI India IT Services Private Ltd, our Hyderabad and Pune delivery centers power PRI Global's worldwide operations — IT staffing, software development, cloud solutions, data engineering, and AI/ML engineering for clients across the U.S. and beyond. It's the engine room behind our 24/7, follow-the-sun delivery model.

Get in Touch

Let's talk

Whether you have a specific project in mind or just want to explore possibilities, we'd love to hear from you.

636.256.7172
Headquarters — USA
174 Clarkson Road, Ellisville, MO 63011
India — Hyderabad & Pune
Madhapur, Hyderabad · Viman Nagar, Pune
Also in
Manila, Philippines · Ottawa, Canada
Contact via priglobal.com