CXO Lanes

Prerna Jain has been appointed as Director, Product Analytics at Cvent. She brings extensive experience in product analytics, AI/ML solutions, predictive analytics, and business intelligence, with a strong track record of driving data-led decision-making and growth strategies across technology-driven organizations. Prior to joining Cvent, Prerna Jain served as Senior Manager – AIML at Talent500, where she led advanced analytics and AI-driven initiatives. She has also held key analytics leadership roles at HCLTech, Builder.ai, and PAYBACK. Earlier in her career, she spent nearly a decade at Tata Teleservices Ltd, building deep expertise in analytics, RF planning, reporting, and strategic data insights. #Leadership #ProductAnalytics #AI #MachineLearning #DataAnalytics #BusinessIntelligence #Cvent #cxolanes

Gaurav Sirohi has been appointed as Group CHRO at CarTrade Tech Ltd. With extensive experience across technology, digital marketplaces, healthcare, renewable energy, consulting, and manufacturing sectors, he brings deep expertise in HR transformation, talent strategy, organizational development, leadership capability building, and culture transformation. Prior to joining CarTrade Tech Ltd., he served as Chief Human Resources Officer at OLX India and earlier held leadership roles at OLX as HR Director - Product, Data and Technology and Associate Director Human Resources. His professional journey also includes impactful stints as Vice President - HR at Rays Power Infra Limited Power Infra Private Limited, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Euhreka Consulting, HR leadership roles at BD, Manager - HR at Escorts Kubota Limited and Fresenius Kabi, along with internships at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd and Dabur Pharma Limited. Over the years, he has consistently driven strategic people initiatives, organizational growth, and high-performance cultures across global and Indian businesses. #LeadershipMovement #CHRO #HumanResources #PeopleLeadership #TalentManagement #HRTransformation #ExecutiveAppointment #CarTradeTech #HRLeadership #CXOlanes

Tushar Khaitan has been promoted to Associate Director - AI Solutions Architect | Copilot, Agents, Low-Code Solutions at Kyndryl. He brings strong expertise in AI-driven enterprise solutions, collaboration technologies, and digital transformation initiatives. Before joining Kyndryl, he worked as Senior Technical Architect at Fujitsu, SharePoint Administrator at Technicolor Group, and Technical Lead SharePoint and Collaboration at Tata Consultancy Services. #AI #Leadership #cxolanes

Neeraj Mahajan has been appointed as Director at PwC, bringing over 25 years of experience in strategic transformation, enterprise modernization, Databricks Lakehouse transformation, and AI-driven automation across global enterprises. Throughout his career, he has led large-scale cloud portfolios, shaped enterprise modernization strategies, influenced critical platform decisions, and built high-performing engineering teams focused on delivering measurable business outcomes. Prior to joining PwC, Neeraj Mahajan held key leadership roles at Accenture, HSBC, and Capgemini. His expertise across cloud transformation, AI-enabled modernization, and enterprise engineering is expected to strengthen PwC’s digital transformation and innovation capabilities for clients across industries. #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #cxolanes

Manish Dawar has been reappointed as Whole-time Director (President & CEO) of Devyani International Limited, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut, for a further three-year term. The decision was approved during the company’s Board meeting held on 15 May 2026 and remains subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. His renewed tenure will officially begin from 17 February 2027, reflecting the company’s confidence in his leadership as it continues to strengthen its presence in India’s quick service restaurant sector. Before this transition, Manish Dawar brought deep experience in finance and strategic leadership through senior roles across several leading global and Indian organizations. He has previously worked with Hindustan Unilever (HUL), Reebok India, Vodafone Idea Limited, DEN Networks Limited, Vedanta Group, and Reckitt, equipping him with a strong foundation to lead Devyani International’s next phase of expansion and operational growth. #Leadership #QSR #cxolanes

MANISH JAISWAL has been elevated to the position of Senior Managing Partner at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited. A seasoned insurance professional and sales strategist with over eight years of experience within the organization, he transitions into this senior leadership mandate to drive regional business growth. Based in the Pune Division, he is responsible for leading high-performing sales frameworks, expanding market distribution, and managing strategic agency or direct partnerships. Since joining ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, Manish Jaiswal has demonstrated consistent upward trajectory, being regularly elevated through the ranks from Sales Manager to Area Manager, and most recently serving as Managing Partner. His analytical approach to business was anchored early in his career during a sales and marketing stint at Amul (GCMMF), where he conducted retail infrastructure mapping, consumer surveys, and territory expansion strategies. He is widely recognized as a strategic expert in market penetration, distribution modeling, and building high-value consumer portfolios. #InsuranceLeadership #ICICIPrudential #cxolanes

Apurva Gupta has been appointed as Vice President - Operations & Rental Sales at AGGCON. A seasoned heavyweight in heavy machinery, construction equipment, and industrial infrastructure with over 30 years of deep domain experience, he transitions into this executive role to lead the company's equipment rental business and operational charters. Based in New Delhi, he is responsible for driving large-scale fleet operations, optimizing asset utilization, and expanding the firm's B2B market footprint across India. Prior to joining AGGCON, Apurva Gupta served as Country Manager for the PRODESA Group, where he spent over a year establishing the Spanish brand's sustainable biomass pellet technology and managing a business order booking pipeline of $7.7 Million. His distinguished career includes high-impact tenures at CPM Biomass India, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment India Pvt Ltd as Regional Attachments Manager, and FINE EQUIPMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD. Notably, he spent over three years at Caterpillar India as Operations Manager for the SGP-Asia Region, driving rental and used equipment certification programs. Having held additional business head and managerial roles at Quippo, Aquarius Engineers, and Punj Lloyd, he is widely recognized as a strategic expert in capital equipment sales, dealer network expansion, and multi-million dollar rental revenue optimization. #InfrastructureLeadership #AGGCON #cxolanes

CA (Dr.) Rishi Malhotra has been appointed as the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Altruist Technologies Pvt. Ltd., A powerhouse in corporate finance, investor relations, and capital raising with over two decades of distinguished experience, he transitions into this elite executive mandate to oversee the financial strategy of a diversified global enterprise operating in over 50 countries. Based in Chandigarh, he will lead financial operations across Altruist's vast portfolio, which spans telecom infrastructure, hospitality, logistics, digital media, and technology services. Prior to joining Altruist Technologies, Rishi Malhotra served as Group CFO at Amandeep Hospital and Group Vice President of Finance & Accounts at Livasa Hospitals, where he spearheaded debt raising worth ₹125 crores and optimized working capital in partnership with PE investors like the India Resurgence Fund. His stellar corporate track record includes a successful tenure as CFO of Atulaya Healthcare, where he orchestrated ₹100 crores in funding and led multiple strategic acquisitions, and as CFO of Absolute Barbecues India, managing robust investor engagements with General Atlantic. Having also served as Business CFO & Head of Internal Audit at Devyani International Limited and Manager of Internal Controls at ICICI Bank, he is widely recognized as a strategic expert in equity fundraising, SAP implementations, and multi-national financial governance. #FinanceLeadership #AltruistTechnologies #cxolanes

Prashant Arora has been elevated to Vice President at Macquarie Group after an impressive eight-year journey within the organization. Over the years, he progressed through multiple leadership roles including Assistant Vice President, Manager – Business Analysis, and Business Analyst, contributing extensively to business requirements management, loan operations, SQL-driven solutions, and enterprise transformation initiatives across the firm. Before joining Macquarie Group, Prashant built a strong foundation at Tata Consultancy Services, where he worked on large-scale implementations of the TCS BaNCS Securities Processing platform for global clients including RBC IS Canada and Standard Chartered Bank South Africa & Singapore. His expertise spans custody operations, SWIFT messaging, stakeholder management, regulatory market changes, and business analysis, making him a seasoned leader in financial services and technology transformation. #LeadershipAppointment #BusinessLeadership #FinancialServices #cxolanes

Vinay Shivdasani has been elevated to Business Head at Ambit Private Limited. Over the years, he has played a significant role in strengthening the organization through leadership across wealth management and practice development functions, steadily progressing through key strategic positions within the firm. Prior to this elevation, he served as Executive Director & Practice Head and Director & Practice Head at Ambit Private Limited. Before joining Ambit, he held leadership roles at Avendus as Vice President, Reliance Capital | Reliance Group as Senior Associate Director - Products, and Edelweiss Financial Services Limited in Global Wealth Management. His strong background across financial services, investment advisory, and wealth management continues to position him as a respected leader in the industry. #LeadershipMovement #BusinessHead #WealthManagement #FinancialServices #InvestmentManagement #ExecutiveLeadership #CareerGrowth #AmbitPrivateLimited #FinanceLeadership #CXOlanes