Leadership
Key Executive Appointments Signal Strategic Growth Moves in Corporate Leadership
Change is an undeniable force, especially evident in the recent advancements of senior executives and industry leaders to prominent positions. Here’s our curated list of the key influencers and decision-makers emerging from the C-Suite, whose roles are crucial for you to keep on your radar.
- IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company ltd have announced new CDO’s Sumeet Sahni and Varun Gupta
Past: Leadership position at Max Life Insurance
Present: IndiaFirst Life Insurance
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Ltd (IndiaFirst Life) has appointed Varun Gupta as President & Chief Distribution Officer (CDO) for Bancassurance and Sumeet Sahni as President & Chief Distribution Officer (CDO) for Agency & Alliances. These appointments are part of IndiaFirst Life’s strategy to enhance its distribution network in alignment with its growth objectives.
Varun Gupta brings over 27 years of experience in business development, having held significant leadership positions at Max Life Insurance for more than 23 years. In his new role, Varun will lead IndiaFirst Life’s Bancassurance partnerships and cultivate new relationships to strengthen the distribution network.
Sumeet Sahni, a seasoned professional in the life insurance sector with more than 26 years of experience, has previously served in key roles at Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, and Max Life Insurance. He has a proven track record of expanding agency and partnership channels, driving business growth, ensuring profitability, and managing large teams. At IndiaFirst Life, Sumeet will focus on developing the Agency & Alliances channel.
- Quess Corp Appoints Gurmeet Chahal as CEO of Quess GTS
Past: Leader of Digital transformation services Genpact
Present: CEO of Quess GTS
Quess Corp has appointed Gurmeet Chahal as the Chief Executive Officer of Quess GTS (Global Technology Solutions), a division that is undergoing demerger to become Digitide Solutions Ltd.
Gurmeet brings over 25 years of experience in global digital transformation across various sectors such as healthcare, financial services, hi-tech, and manufacturing. His expertise spans AI, technology services, business process management, and digital transformation.
Prior to joining Quess Corp, Gurmeet served as the leader of Digital Transformation Services at Genpact. He has also played pivotal roles in incubating, scaling, and managing significant technology transformation businesses at HCL Technologies and DXC.
- Mashreq Names Tushar Vikram, Citibank Veteran, as India’s Country Head and CEO
Past: Head of investment banking in HDFC
Present: Mashreq’s India country Head and CEO
Mashreq, a prominent financial institution in the MENA region, has appointed Tushar Vikram as the new Country Head and CEO of India, effective from June 2024. With a career spanning three decades in business banking, Tushar will oversee Mashreq’s operations in India, shaping its strategic direction and fostering growth in the country.
Prior to joining Mashreq, Tushar held the role of Group Head of Investment Banking at HDFC Bank, where he managed Project Finance, Equity, Debt Capital Markets, and M&A activities.
During his tenure spanning 27 years at Citibank, Tushar held various key positions encompassing Commercial Banking, Investment and Structured Finance, Digitalization, Credit Processes, and Risk Management.
With a solid background in investment banking, corporate finance, and strategic financial management, Tushar brings extensive expertise in navigating intricate financial environments and driving sustainable growth strategies. He earned his bachelor’s degree in commerce from Delhi University and is a qualified Chartered Accountant.
- CG Power and Industrial Solutions’ Board Endorses Amar Kaul as MD & CEO
CG Power and Industrial Solutions announced on Monday that its board has given the green light to appoint Amar Kaul as the Managing Director and CEO of the company. Kaul’s appointment, effective from July 25, 2024, will span five years pending requisite approvals, according to the company’s filing with the exchange.
Taking over from Natarajan Srinivasan, who has served as Managing Director since November 26, 2020, Kaul will succeed him upon his retirement on July 24, 2024. Kaul brings to the role a background in B.Tech (Mechanical), MS in Engineering Business Management, and Executive Leadership Programmes from Stanford University, along with over three decades of experience in leadership roles within large organizations.
CG Power and Industrial Solutions, renowned for its diverse array of products, solutions, and services for power and industrial equipment, stands as a leading engineering conglomerate in its field.
- PNB MetLife Names Mahendra Munot as Chief Operating Officer
Past: Director of Technical Operations
Present: CEO at PNB MetLife
PNB MetLife has named Mahendra Munot as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO) to lead initiatives aimed at enhancing customer engagement across all channels. With over twenty years of deep expertise in the life insurance sector, Mahendra has been integral to PNB MetLife since 2015, contributing to diverse leadership capacities, including overseeing technical operations as director.
- Mercer Appoints Siddhartha Gupta as President for India
Past: CEO at Mercer Mettl
Present: President of Mercer
Mercer, part of Marsh McLennan, has appointed Siddhartha Gupta as President of its operations in India. Gupta, who previously held the position of CEO at Mercer Mettl, brings substantial experience and expertise to his new role. He will now be a key member of both Marsh McLennan’s and Mercer’s leadership teams in the India, Middle East, and Africa region.
- TrioTree Technologies Names Divyesh J Sampat as COO and Mihir Jha as VP of Technology
TrioTree Technologies, a leading provider of healthcare IT solutions, has announced the appointment of Mr. Divyesh J Sampat as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Mr. Mihir Jha as Vice President of Technology and Innovations. These appointments are pivotal as TrioTree undergoes significant growth and transformation, emphasizing its dedication to operational excellence and technological advancement.
Mr. Divyesh J Sampat, the newly appointed COO, brings over 23 years of experience in operational leadership. His tenure at Wipro was marked by driving operational efficiency and achieving sustainable growth, positioning him as a valuable addition to TrioTree’s executive team.
Mr. Mihir Jha, the new VP of Technology and Innovations, boasts 20 years of experience in technology management. He has a strong track record of leading technological advancements and successfully launching numerous products and solutions, enhancing TrioTree’s capabilities in innovation and technology leadership.
- Zee Media Corporation Limited Names Karan Abhishek Singh as Chief Executive Officer
Past: EVP – Ad Sales at Star India (now Disney Star)
Present: CEO at Zee Media Corporation
At its board meeting held on July 10, 2024, Zee Media Corporation Limited approved the appointment of Mr. Karan Abhishek Singh as Chief Executive Officer (designated as Key Managerial Personnel) of the Company, effective from the same date pending necessary approvals. Mr. Singh brings over 22 years of professional experience spanning Media, Telecom, and FMCG sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Kumaon University (1999) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing from NMIMS, Mumbai (2001).
Mr. Singh’s expertise includes P&L Management, Sales and Channel management, revenue management, trade marketing, and key account management. Previously, he served as the Chief Executive Officer for Hindi News (TV & Digital) at Network 18 Media and Investments Limited, overseeing a portfolio of seven channels and digital platforms. He played a crucial role in launching a channel in Jammu & Kashmir.
Before his tenure at Network 18, Mr. Singh held the position of EVP – Ad Sales at Star India (now Disney Star), where he led sales for the North and West markets and managed agency relationships.