Salil Parekh, the CEO and Managing Director of Infosys, and Arvind Krishna, the CEO of IBM, have recently joined the Board of Directors of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), a dedicated institution aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations.
Parekh, renowned for his expertise in the IT services industry, brings valuable experience from his tenure at Infosys, which includes involvement in business turnarounds and acquisitions. Expressing his delight, Parekh emphasized the deepening bilateral ties between India and the US and extended wishes for the continued success of USISPF in fostering collaboration between the two nations.
Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO of USISPF, sees Parekh’s appointment as a testament to the success of Indian IT companies in the US, highlighting Infosys’ significant contributions to the American tech industry. John Chambers, Chairman of USISPF, welcomed Parekh’s leadership, recognizing Infosys’ pivotal role in India’s software exports and expressing anticipation for Parekh’s contributions to driving digital transformation.
Arvind Krishna, the CEO of IBM, renowned for his visionary leadership and expertise in technology, has also joined the USISPF board. With extensive experience spanning over three decades at IBM, Krishna has been instrumental in leading market transitions in areas like hybrid cloud business, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. His appointment is hailed as a significant asset, particularly as the US and India collaborate on critical and emerging technologies.
Krishna’s leadership and technical expertise in AI, cloud, quantum computing, and global operations are seen as invaluable assets in furthering India’s technological advancements. His dedication to leveraging technology for economic growth and addressing societal challenges aligns with USISPF’s objectives.
Krishna’s contributions during the pandemic, particularly in facilitating the supply of essential materials to aid COVID-19 victims in India, underscore his commitment to fostering collaboration and addressing global challenges.
Overall, the addition of Salil Parekh and Arvind Krishna to the USISPF board signifies a significant step towards strengthening US-India ties and leveraging technology for mutual economic growth and societal advancement.
