Appointment of Salil Parekh to the USISPF Board of Directors

In a significant move that highlights the deepening ties between the technology sectors of India and the United States, Salil Parekh, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Infosys, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the US India Strategic and Partnership Forum (USISPF). This appointment underscores the critical role of digital trade in consolidating the strategic partnership between the two nations.

Salil Parekh’s Professional Journey

Salil Parekh, with a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades in the IT services industry, is recognized for his leadership in executing business turnarounds and managing successful acquisitions. Since taking the helm at Infosys on January 2, 2018, Parekh has set the strategic direction for the company, steering one of India’s leading IT giants through periods of significant change and global challenges​​.

His academic credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and a Master of Engineering degree in Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. Parekh’s tenure at Capgemini, where he was a member of the group management board before joining Infosys, was marked by his contributions to the company’s global operations and strategy​​.

The Significance of USISPF’s Role

The USISPF plays a pivotal role in fostering strategic and business alliances between India and the United States. By including leaders like Parekh on its board, USISPF aims to leverage their experience and insights to promote bilateral relations in technology, trade, and innovation. The forum’s initiatives are geared towards creating a more collaborative environment for businesses and governments in both countries, focusing on areas such as digital trade, healthcare, and energy​​​​.

 

 

Sumit Arora

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