Hexaware Appoints Vivek Jetley as CEO Designate, Succeeding Srikrishna Ramakarthikeyan
Hexaware Technologies appoints Vivek Jetley as CEO Designate, effective October 28, 2026. He will succeed Srikrishna Ramakarthikeyan, who steps down after 12 years. Jetley brings over 25 years of experience in AI and data transformation.
A CEO transition is a significant event for a company, impacting its strategic direction and leadership. However, the impact is medium as it is a planned transition with a senior advisor ensuring continuity.
The appointment of a new CEO with extensive experience is generally viewed positively, signaling a strategic move for future growth, particularly in AI-led services.
Hexaware Technologies Limited announced the appointment of Vivek Jetley as CEO Designate, marking a new phase of AI-led growth for the company. Jetley will officially assume the role of CEO on October 28, 2026.
Srikrishna Ramakarthikeyan, who has led Hexaware for 12 years, will step down as CEO and from the Board of Directors on the same date. He will continue with the company as a Senior Advisor to ensure a seamless leadership transition.
Vivek Jetley brings over 25 years of experience in AI, data, and enterprise transformation. He previously served as President at EXL, leading their Insurance, Healthcare, and Life Sciences businesses, and prior to that, headed EXL analytics. He joined EXL in 2006 through the acquisition of Inductis.
Larry Quinlan, Non-Executive Chairman, thanked Keech for his contributions and expressed excitement for Vivek Jetley's leadership. Sandra Horbach, Hexaware Board Member, highlighted Vivek's proven ability to scale businesses and build Data and AI-led growth platforms. Vivek Jetley expressed his honor in joining Hexaware and his vision to shape the company into a leading AI-led services company.
A plain-language summary of a public exchange filing by Hexaware Technologies Limited. Read the original for the full detail.