Ravi Dankanikote Appointed Chief Growth Officer of Peraton

 

Virginia-based national security solutions company, Peraton, has announced the appointment of Ravi Dankanikote as its new Chief Growth Officer (CGO). In his new role, Dankanikote will lead the company’s overall growth strategy, focusing on business development across all markets. His responsibilities include strengthening and expanding strategic customer relationships, identifying opportunities to align Peraton’s advanced capabilities with evolving customer challenges, and driving initiatives that position the company for sustained success in the highly competitive national security sector.

Dankanikote brings decades of experience in business leadership, technology services, and strategic market expansion. His appointment reflects Peraton’s commitment to accelerating growth while delivering mission-critical solutions for government and defense customers. Leveraging his deep industry expertise, he will work to ensure that Peraton’s offerings remain agile and innovative, addressing the complex needs of clients in national security, defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors.

An accomplished academic and professional, Dankanikote earned his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the RV College of Engineering in Bengaluru, India. He later pursued a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, further enhancing his technical foundation. Additionally, he studied Marketing IT Services at the prestigious Wharton School, equipping him with the strategic insight necessary to bridge technology solutions with market demands.

Peraton has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner for U.S. government agencies, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services that safeguard national interests. With Dankanikote’s leadership in growth and business development, the company aims to strengthen its market presence, expand strategic partnerships, and capture new opportunities across its diverse portfolio.

This leadership transition marks a significant step in Peraton’s journey, aligning its strategic vision with a proven growth leader ready to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the future.