APAC News Network Weekly Leadership Bulletin: Key CXO Movements and Appointments

Learn all about the movers and shakers in the top echelons of Indian technology in the CXO News Weekly Bulletin.

From tech leaders like ElasticRun to GMR Group, Siemens Healthineers, from BFSI leader Edme Insurance Brokers, there was significant upheaval in the tech management.

CXO News rigorously traces the weekly movements in the tech world. Watch out this space for more developments next week.

Mukesh Mittal, Chief Business Officer – Logistics, ElasticRun

Pune: ElasticRun has appointed Mukesh Mittal as its Chief Business Officer – Logistics. With over two decades of expertise in operations and business strategy, Mukesh is set to lead the company’s logistics division, enhancing supply chain capabilities and driving growth in line with ElasticRun’s aim to empower small businesses through technology.

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• Mukesh Mittal appointed Chief Business Officer (Logistics) at ElasticRun

Nirav Punjani, VP- Mergers & Acquisitions, Edme Insurance Brokers

Mumbai: Edme Insurance Brokers has announced the appointment of Nirav Punjani as the Vice President- M&A. In this capacity, he will be focusing on Warranty and Indemnity Insurance and Transaction Risk Advisory.

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• Nirav Punjani Joins Edme Insurance Brokers as VP- Mergers & Acquisitions

Shriom Rajput, Senior Vice President, Goldman Sachs

New Delhi: Goldman Sachs has elevated Shriom Rajput to the position of Senior Vice President (SCO), a role critical to the firm’s compliance and risk management functions. Rajput’s extensive experience in trade surveillance, financial crime detection, and market abuse is expected to strengthen the bank’s oversight in an era of stringent regulatory demands.

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• Shriom Rajput Promoted to Senior Vice President at Goldman Sachs

Raghu Chandrashekar, Head HR- Varian EMEA, Siemens Healthineers

Mumbai: Raghu Chandrashekar has taken on the role of Head of Human Resources (HR) for Varian EMEA at Siemens Healthineers, overseeing HR functions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With a strong background in global HR strategies, leadership development, and human capital management, Raghu will focus on fostering collaboration, enhancing organizational efficiency, and supporting the company’s mission of advancing healthcare solutions.

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• Raghu Chandrashekar Takes Charge as Head HR for Varian EMEA at Siemens Healthineers

Badal Bagri, Chief Financial Officer, DLF Limited

New Delhi: DLF Limited, India’s largest publicly listed real estate company, has announced the appointment of Badal Bagri as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). His appointment was finalized following the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit Committee, emphasizing his exceptional credentials and vast expertise in financial management.

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• Badal Bagri Joins DLF as Chief Financial Officer

Bithal Bhardwaj, CEO- Gramax, GMR Group

New Delhi: GMR Group has announced the promotion of Bithal Bhardwaj as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Gramax, its dedicated cybersecurity solutions company. Prior to this elevation, Bhardwaj served as the Group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at GMR for five years, where he spearheaded the cybersecurity vision, strategy, and initiatives across the group’s diverse portfolio.

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• GMR Group Elevates Bithal Bhardwaj to CEO- Gramax

Sneha Gadge, Assistant General Manager, ESDS Software Solution

Mumbai: ESDS Software Solution Limited has announced the promotion of Sneha Gadge to the role of Assistant General Manager. This elevation reflects her remarkable contributions and leadership at the company, where she previously served as Senior Public Relations Manager for over three years.

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• ESDS Software Solution Promotes Sneha Gadge to Assistant General Manager

Manoj Kolhatkar, MD and CEO, Tata AutoComp

Pune: Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (TACO), a leading provider of automotive components and solutions, has announced the appointment of Manoj Kolhatkar as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This significant move is part of TACO’s broader strategy to drive innovation and expand its global footprint.

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• Tata AutoComp Appoints Manoj Kolhatkar as MD and CEO

Rohan Verma, CEO, Mappls

New Delhi: Digital mapping and location services provider MapmyIndia has announced plans to spin off its B2C division into a new entity under the Mappls brand. This restructuring aims to streamline the company’s focus on its core B2B and B2B2C operations, while the new venture will cater exclusively to consumer-focused products and services. MapmyIndia will retain a 10% stake in the spin-off, which is set to operate as an independent business entity.

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• MapmyIndia to Spin Off B2C Division Under Mappls Brand, Rohan Verma to Lead New Entity

Shibi Mathew, Head of HR & CR, Schaeffler India

Pune: Schaeffler India has announced the appointment of Shibi Mathew as the Head of Human Resources and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). In this capacity, Mathew will spearhead key HR functions and CSR initiatives for Schaeffler India as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. This leadership change reflects the company’s commitment to driving people-focused strategies and strengthening its CSR initiatives.

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• Shibi Mathew Joins Schaeffler India as Head of HR & CR

Ninad Varadkar, Senior VP and Group CISO, Edelweiss

New Delhi: Edelweiss Financial Services Limited has appointed Ninad Varadkar as its Senior Vice President and Group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The appointment reflects the company’s efforts to address evolving cybersecurity risks in the financial sector and safeguard its digital infrastructure.

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• Edelweiss Financial Names Ninad Varadkar as Group CISO Amid Growing Cybersecurity Challenges

Anvesha Singh, Director of Talent Development, Microsoft

Hyderabad: Microsoft has announced the appointment of Anvesha Singh as its new Director of Talent Development, based in Hyderabad. In this role, she will lead initiatives aimed at strengthening the company’s talent strategies, focusing on leadership development and aligning workforce skills with Microsoft’s global objectives.

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• Microsoft appoints Anvesha Singh as Director of Talent Development in Hyderabad

Ninad Chavda, Chief Financial Officer, Infinx

Mumbai: Infinx Healthcare has announced the appointment of Ninad Chavda as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In his new role, Chavda will oversee the company’s financial strategy across its global operations in India, the United States, and Manila.

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• Ninad Chavda Joins Infinx as the New Chief Financial Officer

Srinivasan Raghavan, Chief Product Officer, Freshworks

Chennai: Freshworks has announced the appointment of Srinivasan Raghavan as its new Chief Product Officer (CPO). With over 20 years of leadership experience in the enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) industry, Raghavan will spearhead the company’s product innovation and drive growth across its customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) solutions powered by artificial intelligence. He will report directly to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President Dennis Woodside as part of Freshworks’ executive management team.

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• Freshworks Names Srinivasan Raghavan as Chief Product Officer