Shreyas Shaktikumar
Meet Shreyas
Shreyas Shaktikumar is a Principal at McChrystal Group, where he leads organizational transformation engagements for Fortune 500 and public‑sector clients. He partners with senior leaders to clarify complex problems, design effective operating models, and drive disciplined execution. His work emphasizes leadership alignment and practical implementation to enable sustained organizational change.
What did you do before joining McChrystal Group?
Before joining McChrystal Group, I was a Senior Analyst at Mercator Advisory Group, where I led consulting engagements and authored research on emerging technologies in payments and financial services. I focused on market analysis, client strategy, and improving internal processes. Prior to that, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Global Resilience Institute, supporting economic recovery and policy analysis for public-sector clients, including work with FEMA and state agencies on COVID-19 impact and long-term resilience planning.
Why did you join McChrystal Group?
I joined McChrystal Group to work at the intersection of leadership, strategy, and execution. The firm’s focus on helping organizations operate more effectively in complex environments—and its emphasis on people, teams, and adaptability—aligned strongly with the kind of impact I wanted to have.
What has been your proudest moment at McChrystal Group?
My proudest moment was supporting a leading pediatric hospital in establishing a more effective operating rhythm. By helping leadership teams align and improve coordination, we enabled more consistent execution—ultimately strengthening their ability to deliver high-quality care and better serve patients and families.
What sport or hobby do you have outside of work?
I enjoy staying active through running with my dog and pickup sports, and I’m always looking for opportunities to explore new places—whether that’s hiking, traveling, or just getting outside and experiencing a new city.
B.A. Northeastern University
M.S. Northeastern University
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Let’s Roll: How Rolling Planning Changes the Strategy Game
For decades, the annual planning cycle served as the bedrock of organizational strategy. It offered clarity, structure, and a sense of control. But that world is gone. Today, the velocity of disruption outpaces the rigidity of static plans, and leaders who cling to last December’s goals often find themselves misaligned, reactive, and behind.
