Praveen Vaida
Praveen Vaida, Booth '20, is the president and CEO of Right At Home Columbus. He acquired this senior care agency franchise through a self-funded search.
Before embarking on this ETA journey, Praveen held a senior role at Cummins, a Fortune 500 company. As an account manager, he oversaw a $70M+ portfolio and developed a growth strategy for a $100M+ portfolio. During his tenure, he significantly increased sales to key customers by implementing strategic initiatives focused on product expansion and entering new markets.
Praveen's extensive professional and educational experience has equipped him with a strong foundation in engineering, strategy, operations, and finance. His diverse background allows him to effectively manage and grow businesses across various sectors. Praveen holds an MS in mechanical engineering from New Mexico State University and an MBA from Chicago Booth.