Infosys, a global leader in consulting and technology, today announced the following leadership changes:
BG Srinivas, Global Head of Manufacturing & Engineering business will take over as the new leader of the company’s Financial Services & Insurance business. He has been Head of Europe since 2004, and in the past role BG has been responsible for business operations and growth in the region and for ensuring both client and employee satisfaction. Under his leadership, the region has been characterized by market expansion, new service offerings and new client acquisitions.
Ashok Vemuri, present Global Head of its Financial Services & Insurance business will now lead the company’s Manufacturing & Engineering business.Ashok joined Infosys in 1999 and has served in a number of leadership roles, including Head of Infosys Canada and Eastern North America Region operations, before leading the company’s entry into the financial services industry as the Head of Banking and Capital Markets in 2004.
As per Infosys release: “This change builds on our successful organization transformation last year to broaden key leadership experiences at Infosys. The transition builds on the significant contributions made by both BG Srinivas and Ashok Vemuri over the past decade as they have successfully spearheaded their respective businesses, incubated new businesses and expanded Infosys’ footprint in the American and European markets. This change brings cross industry perspectives to accelerate transformation and innovation for our clients.”
Announcing the new responsibilities, S D Shibulal, CEO and Managing Director, Infosys said, “We have always focused on giving our leaders a diverse set of experiences over time to fully realize their potential. Ashok and BG’s track record in leading high growth organizations has been superb. This change allows them to leverage cross-industry experience to help our clients Build Tomorrow’s Enterprise.”
The changes are effective April 1, 2012. Ashok Vemuri and BG Srinivas, both members of the Infosys Board of Directors, will continue with their existing regional leadership responsibilities for the Americas and Europe, respectively.
Source : Infosys.com / News Room / Press Releases / 3 Feb 2012
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