Ecom Express, a leading technology-driven logistics solutions provider, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jitendar Kumar as Chief Business Officer and Abhinav Imandi as Senior Vice President – Operations, Process Excellence and Alternate Channels. Jitendar brings over 18 years of experience in sales leadership, having held key positions at Hewlett Packard and Bharti Airtel. His expertise in driving business growth will be instrumental in expanding Ecom Express’s market footprint. Abhinav, with nearly 15 years of experience, is a seasoned leader with expertise across consulting, sales operations, and customer experience. His appointment is expected to enhance operational efficiency…
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Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan and a global leader in redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being, announced today the appointment of Siddhartha Gupta as its India President. Gupta brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role, having most recently served as Mercer Mettl’s chief executive officer. Gupta will report to Sanjay Kedia, Marsh McLennan’s India chief executive officer, and will join the leadership teams for Marsh McLennan in India and Mercer in India, Middle East and Africa Region. Kedia added, “Under Siddhartha’s leadership, Mercer Mettl, our international talent…
Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global logistics company, has announced the appointment of Anish Kumar Jha as managing director for India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. With over two decades of dedicated service at Kuehne+Nagel, Jha brings extensive experience and expertise to his new role. He began his journey with the company as a management trainee and quickly advanced to roles such as country head for air logistics and general manager for northern & eastern India. Most recently, he served as the managing director for Thailand, Cambodia, and Myanmar. In his new position, Anish will lead a team of over 850 industry…
HCLTech, a leading global technology company, announced the expansion of its North American footprint with new offices in East Brunswick, New Jersey and Santa Clara, California. The New Jersey office is officially open, while the Santa Clara location is slated for a mid-August opening. These strategically located facilities boast modern workspaces designed to promote collaboration, creativity, and a positive work environment. HCLTech’s Customer Experience Centres (CECs) will be featured at both locations, showcasing the company’s cutting-edge technologies like AI and Cloud Native Labs. “These new offices will provide our employees with a modern work experience that fosters a desire to…
PNB MetLife India Insurance Co. Ltd., a leading life insurer, announces today the appointment of Sameer Bansal as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2024, subject to the necessary regulatory approvals. Sameer has over 25 years of experience in financial services, including extensive and successful experience in leading Distribution through Bancassurance, Agency, Digital, Employee Benefits and Direct marketing business models. He joined PNB MetLife in 2007 and is currently Chief Distribution Officer and a member of the leadership team. Sameer succeeds Ashish Srivastava, who has been appointed Managing Director for MetLife Inc.’s Global Shared Services team in India. “We are…
FSN E-Commerce Ventures (NYKAA) has announced the appointment of Santosh Desai as an Independent Director on its Board, effective 15th July 2024, for a period of three years, subject to the approval of shareholders. Santosh served as the CEO of Future Brands for nearly 17 years. He has also served as the President of McCann, one of India’s premier advertising agencies. Having spent over two illustrious decades in advertising, he has been involved in strategically building key brands for numerous local and multinational organisations. Today, he is considered a thought leader in the Indian ‘consumer brand’ space. Santosh is currently…
The NMIMS Deemed University Mumbai announces the appointment of Dr. Justin Paul as the new Dean of School of Business Management and Provost of Management Education. A distinguished scholar and a globally renowned academic, Dr. Paul will bring a wealth of experience and an extraordinary academic track record to the new role. Speaking about the appointment, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor, NMIMS, said, “Dr. Justin Paul brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. With three Ph.D. degrees and an Honorary Doctorate Degree, Dr. Paul’s academic credentials are impressive. He has served as a full-time Professor of Marketing…
MSys Technologies, a leading provider of digital transformation and software product engineering services, today announced the appointments of Sreenivasan Pylore as Vice President, Global Sales – Digital Business, Bharathan Prahalad as Vice President, Human Resources, and Sandesh Pawar as Vice President, Digital Engineering. These strategic leadership hires underscore MSys’ commitment to building a customer-centric ecosystem and fostering a thriving environment for its tech-savvy engineers. “We believe happy engineers create great innovative products and service. This philosophy has been core to our success, and we are constantly striving to strike the right balance between customer satisfaction and employee engagement. The appointments…
Honeywell Automation India today announced the appointment of Atul Pai as its managing director, effective May 16, 2024. He succeeds Ashish Gaikwad who is taking on a broader responsibility as India Leader for Industrial Automation, one of Honeywell International Inc’s strategic business groups. “Atul brings more than two decades of Honeywell experience in various regional and global roles across Honeywell and its finance division. In his new role, he will provide strategic direction on HAIL to help strengthen our growth, enhance value for our customers and further build our local brand,” said Ganesh Natarajan, Chairman & Independent Director, HAIL. “Atul’s deep understanding of our business…
Coromandel International Limited, India’s leading Agri solutions provider, through its wholly owned subsidiary Coromandel Technology Limited (CTL), announced acquisition of an additional 7% stake in Chennai-based drone manufacturing company Dhaksha Unmanned Systems Private Limited. Coromandel will invest INR 150 crores through fresh issue of shares to increase its overall shareholding in Dhaksha to 58% Dhaksha, incorporated in 2019 and headquartered in Chennai, is a leading player in drone space in India, providing complete range of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) technology solutions across agriculture, defence, surveillance and enterprise applications. It also offers remote pilot training services (RPTO) and has trained several…
Google-backed Adda247 has announced the appointment of Bimaljeet Singh Bhasin (Bimal) as the chief executive officer (CEO) of skilling and Higher Education Business. Adda247 is one of India’s largest online test prep companies helping learners prepare for exams of several public sector and state/central government jobs and University/college entrance exams (CUET/JEE/NEET). Adda247 offers online courses for over 500 exams in more than 12 Indian languages and is backed by investors like Westbridge, Google, Info Edge, and more. Bhasin’s appointment will help Adda247 set up new growth engines and expand into the skilling, upskilling & higher education business focused on helping…
Push Sports, one of the fastest growing sports-tech start-ups and recently seen on Shark Tank India, today announced the appointment of Vishal Gaba as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Vishal brings over 16 years of extensive experience across various marketing verticals. He was previously working with Bira 91 where he was leading Marketing and Communications for the brand and played a pivotal role in driving key business objectives to create brand awareness, generate trials, enhance corporate reputation, and drive sales for Bira’s merchandise store. “I am excited to join Push Sports and be a part of its mission to transform…
Ippopay Technologies Private Limited, a leading payment infrastructure provider, headquartered in Chennai, has announced the appointment of former Regional Director of RBI, Mr. S M N Swamy, as a Senior Advisor as it looks to boost its governance and its compliance. This addition to the company aligns with its objective of ensuring enhanced operations under the guidance of an industry veteran that can help the company refine its strategies, improve its processes, and drive sustainable growth. Having served as the Regional Director of Reserve Bank of India in Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram, Mr. Swamy brings a wealth of experience to his…
SalarySe, an employee financial-benefits platform, has announced its strategic partnership with HROne, an HCM suite. This partnership is aimed at revolutionising financial benefits for employees, as well as upgrading HR operations for businesses of all sizes across India. Prabir Jha, an advisor to SalarySe, remarked, “This collaboration is unique as it presents a double advantage for HR professionals, allowing them to offer services that not only benefit businesses but also enhance the financial wellness of employees.” “Our strategic partnership with HROne is a significant step in our journey of financially transforming the lives of middle-class salaried Indians and expanding our product’s…
PeopleStrong, Asia’s leading HR & Payroll Tech company, and Google Cloud today announced a strategic alliance aimed at accelerating transformation and innovation in HR for businesses across Asia. This partnership will integrate Google Cloud’s AI capabilities, including Vertex AI and Gemini models, with PeopleStrong’s comprehensive HR tech platform. The strategic collaboration between PeopleStrong and Google Cloud comes at a critical juncture when the adoption of Generative AI in the global HR industry is growing at a CAGR of 15.27 per cent and organisations worldwide are actively seeking innovative solutions to attract, develop, and empower their workforce. With the trust of over…
India’s prominent digital lending platform, mPokket, has appointed Todd Ruppert to its Advisory Board. With a robust background as a venture partner at Greenspring Associates and Founder of Ruppert International, Todd brings extensive expertise to the table. His leadership roles at T. Rowe Price Global Investment Services and T. Rowe Price International, along with board positions in several PE/VC firms, including Antler, underscore his deep understanding of the financial landscape. Gaurav Jalan, Founder and CEO of mPokket, expressed enthusiasm about Todd’s appointment, highlighting his invaluable experience. He emphasised Todd’s role in advancing the company’s mission to empower India’s underserved youth…
mPokket, India’s loan app, today announces the appointment of Rajani Jalan as its new director, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and people relations (PR). In her new role, Jalan will lead mPokket’s efforts in developing robust CSR strategies, enhancing public awareness of the company’s social commitments, and steering the brand’s narrative across various platforms. Jalan’s passion for CSR is deeply rooted in her belief in the power of businesses to make a meaningful impact on society. At mPokket, she is inspired by the company’s existing CSR initiatives and the welfare of its employees. Her vision includes ramping up employee participation in…
E-commerce giant Flipkart has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D). This collaboration aims to leverage cutting-edge research to enhance personalised recommendations for Flipkart’s customers. The MoU establishes a framework for joint research focused on developing user personas. These personas will be data-driven segments that capture users’ shopping behaviours, demographics, and potentially even the behaviour of surrounding users. This granular understanding will be used to tailor product recommendations to individual preferences. Technically, the partnership will explore the creation of a general-purpose user activity graph.…
Simpli Group, a leading HR technology innovator, announced the strategic appointment of Vinny Ganju as COO and Co-founder. This move bolsters the company’s leadership team as it expands its position as a unique tech-enabled platform, seamlessly combining outsourced HR services and cutting-edge technology. Ganju, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience scaling diverse consumer internet brands, brings a wealth of knowledge in News & Content Media, Jobtech, Edtech, Proptech, and Consultancy. His expertise in building digital giants such as Naukri, 99acres, and Dainik Bhaskar positions him as a key player in Simpli Group’s next phase of growth. His…
CecureUs is proud to unveil the winners of the highly anticipated Secure and Inclusive Workplace Awards 2024. The awards ceremony, now in its third edition, celebrates organizations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering inclusive cultures, prioritizing employee wellness, and ensuring workplace safety. This year, the Secure and Inclusive Workplace Awards received an overwhelming response, with 170 nominations pouring in from esteemed corporate businesses across India. After a meticulous selection process involving an initial assessment, screening, in-depth interviews, and scoring compilation, 40 were shortlisted as finalists. Out of 40 finalists, 24 are the winners chosen by a distinguished jury panel comprising legal…
greytHR, a provider of full-suite HR management systems (HRMS), has rebranded itself to emphasise its mission of enabling business growth through people-centric solutions. Unveiled in Bengaluru, the new identity features a refreshed logo, website, and colour palette, aiming to portray the company as youthful, relevant, and helpful in the modern HR tech landscape. “We believe a company’s growth hinges on its people’s growth,” said Girish Rowjee, co-founder and CEO of greytHR. “Our transformation reinforces our commitment to providing best-in-class people solutions for faster business growth and improved employee experiences.” Partnering with brand consulting firm Landor, greytHR’s transformation emphasises its role…
Truworth Wellness, a provider of corporate wellness solutions in India, has launched CarePass, a new health membership programme addressing employees’ primary and preventive care needs (OPD). This offering aims to improve the way companies manage employee health benefits and empower individuals to take charge of their well-being. Traditionally, corporate wellness programmes have been fragmented, leading to low utilisation and administrative complexities. CarePass tackles this by offering a unified plan that streamlines access to various services, including doctor consultations, annual health checks, diagnostics, pharmacy, dental, and vision care. This simplifies both the employee experience and HR administration, potentially reducing costs and…
[24]7.ai, a customer service solutions provider, has received the 2023 Future of Work Agent Experience Award from TMC, a global technology media company. The award recognises [24]7.ai’s commitment to improving the agent experience through its [24]7 Engagement Cloud platform. The cloud-based platform streamlines customer interactions, unifies touchpoints, and empowers agents with AI-powered automation, historical data access, and real-time support. This focus on agent experience, TMC noted, is crucial for delivering exceptional customer service. “We are honored to receive this award,” said Animesh Jain, COO of [24]7.ai. “[24]7 Engagement Cloud has empowered our agents and set new standards in customer service.”…
Hero Vired, a learning platform launched by the Hero Group, is offering personalised career advisory sessions aimed at empowering working professionals. This ‘Career Cupid’ initiative, starting on Valentine’s Day, emphasises self-love and professional development. The programme aims to engage over 1,500 individuals by year-end, offering bespoke sessions tailored to each participant’s aspirations and motivations. Experts will guide individuals on their career journeys, providing valuable insights and strategies to navigate future paths effectively. “Navigating rapid technological transformations can be daunting,” says founder Akshay Munjal. “These sessions aim to ignite hope and provide a roadmap for future careers.” Driven by dedicated coaches…
Peak IX Consulting, a new leadership advisory, launched ‘BeLithe Transformation’, a unique wilderness-based leadership programme for corporate leaders. The programme uses outdoor experiences to improve collaboration, self-awareness, and decision-making in challenging environments. Sayantani De, co-founder, points to the rising need for stronger leadership, citing research showing 80 per cent of Indian firms face leadership shortages and half of employees perceive poor leadership skills. She argues traditional methods are insufficient, necessitating wilderness-based approaches. Co-founder Diganta Biswas highlights the benefits of wilderness experiences, drawing upon research that connects such experiences to developing leadership qualities like planning, risk assessment, and fast decision-making in…
Vector Consulting Group, a management consulting firm, is strategically scaling its talent pool with a recruitment drive targeting top B-schools and experienced professionals. This move comes in response to a robust pipeline of projects and reflects the company’s bullish outlook on its growth trajectory. The firm recently concluded campus recruitment at prestigious institutions such as IIM-A, IIM-B, IIM-C, IIM-I, XLRI, and ISB, acquiring 35 highly qualified management graduates. Additionally, plans are underway to onboard over 50 experienced MBAs in the coming days. This expansion is fuelled by Vector’s unique engagement model, which emphasizes implementation and success-linked fee structures, resonating strongly…