Nanosparr
Nanosparr is a privately held technology consulting company based in San Diego, California, operating under the auspices of Sunmistgroup LLC. Nanosparr provides technology consulting services aimed at helping organizations navigate complex technical challenges and accelerate innovation. It was founded in November 2019 by Srini Deshiikan, who serves as its Principal and Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Srini Deshiikan, Ph.D., EMBA
Chief Technology Officer
Srini Deshiikan is a technology and operations executive with more than 35 years of experience leading innovation, engineering, process / product development, manufacturing scale-up, and commercialization across advanced materials, biotechnology, specialty chemicals, polymers, composites, and industrial manufacturing. He combines deep technical expertise with strategic business leadership, holding a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Tulane University and an Executive MBA from the University of Oregon.
Throughout his career, Srini has led global engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and capital project organizations for companies including HASA Inc., Henkel, Xerox, Diversified Nano Solutions, Tektronix, and Indian Oil Corporation. He has successfully directed the design, construction, startup, and expansion of multiple manufacturing facilities and R&D centers, while driving technology transfer, process innovation, automation, and operational excellence initiatives that generated significant revenue growth and cost savings.
As a recognized innovator, Srini has developed and commercialized numerous proprietary technologies, holds 19 patented or trade-secret innovations, and has authored or presented 11 technical papers at international conferences. His accomplishments span advanced biomaterials, DNA/RNA-enabled products, nanomaterials, composites, specialty coatings, printing technologies, membrane electrolysis and chlor-alkali manufacturing processes.
Known for building high-performing technical teams and translating breakthrough technologies into scalable commercial solutions, Srini brings expertise in product development, cGMP manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, process engineering, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth initiatives. His leadership has helped organizations accelerate innovation, improve operational performance, and create sustainable competitive advantages in highly technical and regulated industries.
Education: Ph.D. and M.S., Chemical Engineering, Tulane University; Executive MBA, University of Oregon.
Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt.