Prasad is the leader of Principia's benchmarking practice, and has overall global responsibility for the Firm's efforts in this area. Dr. Devineni has an extensive background in the refining/petrochemical industry with over 15 years of refinery and chemical industry-focused consulting.

Over the past 10 years, he has conducted numerous technology, economic, and business intelligence and benchmarking assessments in a variety of chemicals and related industries. He has coordinated several global programs of competitive assessments for clients in various industry segments.

Prior to his position with Principia, Prasad was the Director of the Manufacturing Economics & Strategy practice at Kline & Company and Director of Venture Development at J.W. Bunger and Associates.

Dr. Devineni has a Ph.D. in Chemical and Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah and MBA from St. Josephs Business School along with MS in Chemicals Engineering from IIT.