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Harish Venkatesh

Harish Venkatesh

Founder & CEO, Become

Chennai, India

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Harish Venkatesh is the Founder & CEO of Become®, a multidisciplinary design consultancy recognized as India’s Best Brand Design Studio for 3 years. With over a decade of experience, he has shaped the positioning of 200+ global brands including Intel, PepsiCo, and DarwinBox crafting transformative strategies that bridge ambition and leadership.

His career highlights include leading landmark projects such as the Dubai Expo 2020—featured in CNN’s Top 7 Pavilions—and Intel’s Global All.AI event, which earned a Guinness World Record. Harish’s work spans AI, HealthTech, and Consumer Goods, blending innovative storytelling with actionable strategies to tackle complex challenges.

Rooted in both engineering and design, Harish’s journey began with Frozen Iris, a creative venture born from his passion for photography and storytelling. His work has been featured by National Geographic and DesignUp, reflecting his relentless pursuit of creativity and impact.

Beyond client work, Harish is a sought-after mentor and thought leader, ranking in the top 1% on ADPlist. He has spoken at global platforms including CreativeMornings, InvestIndia, London Design Festival, 500 Startups and the Webflow World Tour, helping organizations clarify and elevate their market positions.

Outside of work, Harish finds inspiration in photography, teaching, and trekking, staying curious and connected to the world around him.

Area of Expertise

  • Arts

Topics

  • brand strategy
  • Branding
  • Organizational Design
  • Organizational Culture
  • Storytelling
  • storytelling for leadership
  • Leadership

Harish Venkatesh

Founder & CEO, Become

Chennai, India

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