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US-based Odessa Onboards New SVP and CISO | Purple Quarter Leads the Search

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania: Odessa, a leading provider of technology solutions for asset finance and leasing, has appointed Satya Machiraju as the Senior Vice President (SVP) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The strategic leadership hiring was executed end-to-end by the bespoke global tech leadership search firm, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://www.purplequarter.com/">Purple Quarter</a>. Venkata Gnana Kumar, Lead Talent Acquisition Partner at Odessa, shared his thoughts on the successful engagement: “Purple Quarter has been a trusted advisor and partner in helping us hire a strategic Chief Information Security Officer at an SVP level. They invested time in understanding our culture and specific needs, presenting candidates that perfectly aligned with Odessa's requirements. Their thorough approach led us to Satya Machiraju, whose leadership is already driving our security initiatives forward. As we continue to scale securely in a competitive environment, we greatly value Purple Quarter's essential role in filling this crucial position.” With a robust background in cybersecurity and technology risk management, Satya brings decades of leadership experience from global enterprises like Whatfix, Qualfon, [24]7.ai and Aditya Birla. In his current role as CISO, Satya will define Odessa’s overall security posture and lead enterprise-wide security strategy and governance. As a member of the Leadership Team, Operations Committee, and Risk Committee, he will also chair the Technology and Information Risk Working Group and engage regularly with Odessa’s Board of Directors and senior leadership to ensure alignment with business and compliance goals. <h2>About Purple Quarter </h2>Purple Quarter is a global Bespoke CTO Search Firm with a singular focus on Technology Leadership Search for tech-driven product companies. In over 8 years, the firm has successfully mapped 15,000+ credible tech leaders globally and established a presence across the US, Singapore, the UAE, and India. With 200+ successful mandates, Purple Quarter specialises in cross-functional tech domains, offering customized leadership hiring solutions. For more information, please email: marketing@purplequarter.com

Ex-Google & Acko Techie Joins Keka as CTO

BANGALORE, India: Fast-growing HR Tech platform, Keka catering to over 7,000 businesses across India and the Middle East, onboarded Venkatesh Gurumurthy as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The leadership hire was executed by the specialised technology search entity, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://www.purplequarter.com/">Purple Quarter.</a>Founded in 2015, Keka streamlines core HR functions including payroll, performance management, and workforce analytics. The company’s global expansion and architectural evolution needs resulted in the successful partnership with Purple Quarter in identifying a seasoned technology leader with deep engineering expertise and scale readiness.With <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://www.purplequarter.com/tech-leader-hiring/leadership-assessment/">Purple Quarter’s Behavioural Metrics Model (BMM)</a>, an intensive search was conducted to align Keka’s culture, product vision, and growth trajectory with the right tech leader match. Venkatesh Gurumurthy was eventually identified as a Nurturer archetype — known for scaling platforms, driving technical excellence, and aligning product innovation with business growth. Venkatesh brings over two decades of leadership experience across high-growth and enterprise environments. His prior stints include senior technology roles at Acko, Google, Salesforce, and Deloitte, where he led large-scale engineering teams and drove innovation in cloud-native platforms, AI adoption, and enterprise SaaS delivery. His appointment marks a strategic upgrade from VP Engineering to Chief Technology Officer, aligning with Keka’s long-term growth objectives.Under his leadership, Keka will accelerate its move to microservices architecture, enhance multi-cloud deployment, and establish best practices for engineering at scale. With a renewed focus on AI-led automation and global readiness, the company is poised to evolve into a category-defining HR Tech platform.<h3>About Purple Quarter</h3>Purple Quarter is a global bespoke firm with a singular focus on Technology Leadership Search for tech-driven product companies. In over eight years, the firm has mapped 15,000+ credible tech leaders and established a presence across the US, Singapore, the UAE, and India. With 200+ successful mandates, Purple Quarter specialises in cross-functional tech domains, offering customized leadership hiring solutions. For more information, please email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="mailto:marketing@purplequarter.com">marketing@purplequarter.com</a>

Purple Quarter Enables Strategic Tech Hire for Navi, Head of Engineering Appointed

Bangalore, India: Navi, a rapidly scaling financial services company in India, has successfully onboarded Gaurav Lahoti as the Head of Engineering. The end-to-end hiring process was managed by the bespoke global tech leader hiring firm, Purple Quarter. Navi offers a wide range of digital-first products, including Personal Loans, Home Loans, UPI payments, Insurance, Mutual Funds, and Digital Gold. Purple Quarter conducted a tailored search to find a Head of Engineering capable of leading across multiple product verticals. With his entrepreneurial background as Co-founder & CTO at Khatabook and Genius Learning Labs, Gaurav proved to be the perfect match for the role. This leadership addition is set to bolster Navi’s engineering strength as it continues to scale its suite of financial products. Purple Quarter’s role in the search brought together a clear understanding of Navi’s business needs and the technical expertise required, ensuring a precise match for the company’s growth ambitions. <h2>About Purple Quarter </h2>Purple Quarter is a global Bespoke CTO Search Firm with a singular focus on Technology Leadership Search for tech-driven product companies. In over 8 years, the firm has successfully mapped 15,000+ credible tech leaders globally and established a presence across the US, Singapore, the UAE, and India. With 200+ successful mandates, Purple Quarter specialises in cross-functional tech domains, offering customized leadership hiring solutions. For more information, please email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="mailto:marketing@purplequarter.com">marketing@purplequarter.com</a>

SportsBaazi Welcomes New AVP of Engineering | Executive Move Facilitated by Purple Quarter

DELHI, India: SportsBaazi, India's leading online sports engagement platform offering innovative gaming solutions and an enthusiastic sports community, has successfully onboarded Apoorv Saxena as the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Engineering. The end-to-end hiring process was managed by the bespoke global tech leadership search firm, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://www.purplequarter.com/">Purple Quarter</a>. Parth Sharma, COO of SportsBaazi, highlighted the successful partnership, "We partnered with Purple Quarter to appoint an AVP of Engineering for our team. From day one, their team made a sincere effort to understand our business model, culture, and long-term vision. They didn't just share profiles; they introduced us to a leader whose experience and values align seamlessly with our growth journey.” He further added, “What stood out was Purple Quarter’s consultative approach, clarity in communication, and deep industry expertise. This made the entire hiring process smooth, efficient, and outcome-driven. We consider Purple Quarter as a long-term partner for our hiring needs." The newly appointed AVP Apoorv Saxena brings a wealth of experience from BaratPe, Fareye, and Wingify, and will focus on elevating SportsBaazi’s technological landscape, driving engineering excellence, and ensuring robust platform scalability to support its rapidly expanding customer base and evolving product offerings. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a global Bespoke CTO Search Firm with a singular focus on Technology Leadership Search for tech-driven product companies. In over 8 years, the firm has successfully mapped 15,000+ credible tech leaders globally and established a presence across the US, Singapore, the UAE, and India. With 200+ successful mandates, Purple Quarter specialises in cross-functional tech domains, offering customized leadership hiring solutions. For more information, please email: marketing@purplequarter.com

UK-Based Deliveroo Appoints VP of Engineering | Purple Quarter Leads the Search

BANGALORE, India and LONDON: UK-based hyperlocal delivery platform Deliveroo has appointed Anup Gaurav, an experienced technology leader and former Amazon executive, as its Vice President of Engineering and India Site Head. The strategic hire was facilitated by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://www.purplequarter.com/">Purple Quarter</a>, a bespoke CTO search firm known for its deep expertise in tech leadership hiring. Deliveroo operates a dynamic three-sided marketplace that connects consumers, restaurants, grocers, and riders, with a strong focus on fulfilling time-sensitive orders. Operating across 10 global markets, the platform has rapidly scaled to serve millions of consumers, partner with thousands of restaurants and grocers, and empower a large network of riders—redefining convenience and accessibility in the on-demand delivery ecosystem. Purple Quarter devised a customised approach to map and locate the right technology head for scaling Deliveroo’s India operation. Anup Gaurav emerged as the perfect fit, bringing with him a wealth of experience from Stripe, Amazon, SapientNitro, and UnitedHealth Group. Ashley Chinn, Sr. TA Manager of Deliveroo, commented on the appointment: "Working with Purple Quarter proved to be a strategic advantage. We appreciate the personalised attention and deep industry insight Purple Quarter provided, making the hiring process a collaborative endeavour rather than a transactional process." <h4>About Purple Quarter </h4>Purple Quarter is a global Bespoke CTO Search Firm with a singular focus on Technology Leadership Search for tech-driven product companies. In over seven years, the firm has mapped 15,000+ credible tech leaders and established a presence across the US, Singapore, the UK, the UAE, and India. With 200+ successful mandates, Purple Quarter specialises in cross-functional tech domains, offering customized leadership hiring solutions. For more information, please email: marketing@purplequarter.com

US Firms are Vying for Indian Market Dominance: Here’s How They are Making Inroads

In recent years, a notable trend has emerged in the business landscape as US companies strategically target India for market expansion. These organizations are actively investing in building a robust presence in the country, recognizing India's immense potential as a key market and a talent hub. To achieve this, many companies are focusing on hiring top-tier technology leaders to spearhead their India teams, drive product development, and facilitate overall expansion. India Brand Equity Foundation asserts that the United States is India’s third largest source of FDI. The decision to strengthen US companies’ presence in India is rooted in the country's growing economy, large consumer base, and burgeoning pool of skilled professionals in the technology sector. Southeast Asia at large is a dynamic region in itself and poses a string of opportunities. And India stands out tall with a significant market size and an increasingly tech-savvy population. More and more global companies( especially in the US) across the board, from technology and e-commerce to finance and healthcare, are abetting on the India next-big-thing sentiment. To effectively navigate and capitalize on the Indian market, companies are realizing the importance of having strong local leadership. Hiring technology leaders with a deep understanding of the Indian business landscape, cultural nuances, and regulatory environment is seen as a crucial step in ensuring successful market penetration. These technology leaders are tasked with building and leading high-performance teams that can address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the regional markets. Alongside driving innovation in product development, they are also responsible for establishing effective go-to-market strategies tailored to the local consumer base. Concurrently, India is a global hub for technology talent in the making, producing a steady stream of skilled professionals in areas such as crypto, software development, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. US companies want to use this talent pool to create innovative, localized solutions for Indian consumers by building strong teams led by experienced technology leaders. These strategic hires also help foster collaborations and partnerships within the Indian business ecosystem. Building strong relationships with local businesses, startups, and government bodies is essential for navigating regulatory landscapes, understanding market dynamics, and ensuring long-term sustainability. If we look at this trend, FalconX – a US-based cryptocurrency trading and investment solution provider recently partnered with Purple Quarter – a global <a href="https://www.purplequarter.com/our-approach/">technology leadership search</a> firm – to onboard a VP and MD to lead their India operation. This will enable FalconX to identify opportunities for expansion and growth in the Indian fintech space and raise the company's standing locally by collaborating with the industry, government, press and academia. This prominent trend is domain agnostic. UiPath – a US-based RPA (Robotic Process Automation) service provider also turned to Purple Quarter to onboard a VP of Engineering who can lead their India Development Center and position it as a hub for building and delivering high-scale enterprise products. From e-commerce giant Walmart appointing a VP of engineering to lead their R&D center in India to SAAS unicorn Narvar onboarding India site lead – Purple Quarter’s partnerships with these global brands unfold their aspiration to capitalize on the Indian market and talent pool. Roopa Kumar, Founder and Group CEO of Purple Quarter, remarks, “The upward surge for skilled Indian tech leads needs some organized reflection. Of course, the brimming and quality tech talent pool has accelerated the impetus. Stable economic ties have also fueled US companies' push further into Indian markets." For leadership requirements, visit <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">www.purplequarter.com</a> or connect <a href="mailto:interact@purplequarter.com">interact@purplequarter.com</a>

Purple Quarter Facilitates Ness’ Leadership Appointment; Ex- JPMorgan Chase Technologist Joins as AVP of Engineering

Full-Lifecycle Digital Services Transformation company, Ness has appointed Bhaskar Prayaga as the Assistant Vice President Engineering. Bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the tech leadership mandate.   Established in 1999, New Jersey and Pittsburgh-headquartered Ness focuses on designing, developing, and integrating digital platforms and enterprise software. Their team of skilled designers, software engineers, data experts, and business consultants collaborate with clients to create roadmaps for enhancing digital solutions and enterprise systems, enabling customer engagement, brand differentiation, and profitable growth.   As the newly appointed AVP of Engineering, Bhaskar brings a wealth of industry expertise and leadership acumen to Ness. With a proven track record of driving innovation, optimizing processes, and leading high-performing teams, he is poised to elevate Ness’ tech capabilities to newer heights.   Rohit Sharma, Chief Talent Officer at Ness commented on the recent hire, “Having the correct leadership in place is critical as we continue to build three layers of specialization in India in Product Platform engineering, Cloud Engineering, and Data Engineering. We are confident that Bhaskar's insights and leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. We are thankful to Purple Quarter for their instrumental role in our leadership search.”   Purple Quarter played a significant role in facilitating the strategic hire, utilizing their extensive network and industry insights to identify and attract the ideal candidate. Their scientifically derived Behavioral Metrics Model (BMM), found Bhaskar Prayaga to be the perfect fit for the role. With stints at Infosys and JPMorgan Chase & Co, Bhaskar is an emerging leader who has displayed remarkable accomplishments in areas including Strategic Vision, Change Management, Collaborative Influence, and Inclusive People Leadership.   "I am thrilled to join Ness and contribute to their dynamic journey of digital transformation," Bhaskar stated. “I extend my gratitude to Purple Quarter for enabling this captivating opportunity. Ness's commitment to pushing technological boundaries aligns perfectly with my passion for creating impactful solutions. I look forward to collaborating with the exceptional team at Ness to drive meaningful change for our clients.”   Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Porter, DP World, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek, and more.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, UiPath, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.     For leadership requirements, visit <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">www.purplequarter.com</a> or connect <a href="mailto:interact@purplequarter.com">interact@purplequarter.com</a>

Supply Chain Visibility Leader FourKites Partners with Purple Quarter to Appoint Bo Tao as CTO

Chicago-based FourKites has onboarded Ex-Google techie Bo Tao as Chief Technology Officer. Bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the C-suite role.   FourKites has a vision to 'drive end-to-end supply chain orchestration, with visibility as the foundation.' Tracking more than 3 million shipments daily across road, rail, ocean, air, parcel and last mile, and reaching over 200 countries and territories, FourKites combines real-time data and powerful machine learning to help companies digitize their end-to-end supply chains. More than 1,200 of the world's most recognized brands — including 9 of the top 10 CPG and 18 of the top 20 food and beverage companies — trust FourKites to transform their business and create more agile, efficient and sustainable supply chains. The company approached Purple Quarter to find a suitable technology leader.   FourKites Founder & CEO, Mathew Joseph Elenjickal, shared, "We are pleased to welcome Bo Tao onboard. I'm positive that his extensive experience and diverse background will complement FourKites' rapidly growing customer base and innovative platform. As chief technology officer, Bo will drive effective and mature agile practices and optimize processes as an essential factor for our global business. We appreciate how smoothly Purple Quarter managed the entire recruiting process."   Purple Quarter devised a customized approach to mapping and finding the right tech leader. Tao was identified as the ideal candidate for FourKites' search for a data-driven and results-oriented leader. His prior stints include Google, Symantec and NEXT Trucking.   "I am excited about the opportunity at FourKites. As the Chief Technology Officer, my goal is to create a holistic tech landscape to ideate and deliver the best possible platform, while simultaneously focusing on engineering excellence, execution and building for scale to accommodate our rapidly growing customer base. Thanks to Purple Quarter for their guidance," Tao stated.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out 10,000+ credible tech leaders and expanded with offices across the US, Singapore, UK, UAE and India. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insights into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. Having partnered with 100+ tech product companies, the brand specializes in cross-functional tech domains with dedicated teams to meet custom senior tech leadership requirements.

neOwn Engages with Purple Quarter to Strengthen Leadership Team; Pratik Chopra Appointed as VP of Engineering

A one-of-a-kind alternate commerce platform focused on helping parents and children - neOwn, has appointed Pratik Chopra as the Vice President of Engineering. Global bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner in closing the tech leadership mandate.   Purple Quarter, along with team neOwn, devised a customized approach to map and locate the right technology head for building technology on neOwn’s vision. Following extensive research and careful consideration, the teams collectively closed on Pratik Chopra as the VP of Engineering.   Pratik comes with 15 years of experience and has worked in Silicon Valley with US Defense, Zynga and IGT. In addition, he has spent over nine years building start-ups like Invock, Expertrons among others. His proven track record and in-depth domain knowledge make him the ideal candidate for the role. Pratik has a master's from the University of Illinois at Chicago.   “The opportunity to work with Kranti in building neOwn from zero to one would be the start of another great journey. I am grateful to Purple Quarter for introducing me to this opportunity and for facilitating a quick closure. At neOwn, our primary focus will be to move the organization towards an AI-based e-commerce approach. We will focus on building growth funnels and scalable technology using AI engines, keeping consumers at the center. I look forward to building and growing with neOwn’s vision and mission,” shared Pratik Chopra on his appointment.   Launched in 2023, neOwn is an early-stage startup founded by Kranti Gada, Ex-Shemaroo Ent. COO, with a mission to empower modern-day shoppers as well as brands with alternate commerce models. Currently, the platform is focused on subscriptions as a business model and Parents and Children as a Target Audience leveraging technology to solve inefficiencies and build scale. neOwn aims to be a flag bearer in the space of renewable commerce, paving the way for a sustainable future. To strengthen the organization's technology vertical, neOwn sought Purple Quarter’s search expertise to fill the position with a seasoned tech leader.   Kranti Gada, Founder, neOwn, shared on the appointment, “We are delighted to welcome Pratik to the team. We are at a nascent stage, and I am confident that Pratik’s expertise will help develop and accelerate our tech infrastructure. Pratik not only has the right skill set and experience but also comes with an amazing attitude to build structure and sense in a high-potential but unorganized market. Purple Quarter has been of great help in locating and onboarding the best tech leader fit for the organization. We appreciate the team’s driven efforts throughout the process.”   Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.

Ex-Amazon Technologist Joins Dezerv as Head of Engineering, Purple Quarter Leads the Search

An expert-led investment management company, Dezerv appointed Krishna BS as the Head of Engineering. Global bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the tech leadership mandate. Sandeep Jethwani, Co-Founder commented on the appointment, "Firstly, a note of thanks to the Purple Quarter team for being instrumental in closing this leadership mandate and the support in the process. We would like to welcome Krishna BS to the team. I am certain that with his immense knowledge and expertise, the team will grow under his leadership. As the head of engineering, Krishna will focus on tech architecture, strategies, and implementation." Co-founded in 2021 by Sahil Contractor, Sandeep Jethwani and Vaibhav Porwal, Dezerv is an investment management company serving affluent Indians. They leverage industry expertise and advanced technology to deliver comprehensive investment solutions that are actively managed by their team of experts. In the last two years, Dezerv has analyzed over INR 6500 crores of assets and managed over INR 2500 crores of investments for their clients. To further expand its tech team, Dezerv partnered with Purple Quarter to help bridge its tech leadership gap. Purple Quarter understood the requirement and created a unique plan to fill the leadership mandate by identifying the best fit. By leveraging the Behavioral Metrics Model (BMM), an IP of Purple Quarter, Krishna BS was found to be the right leader for the role—a hardcode techie who has a proven track record. Krishna comes with 18 years of industry experience; in his prior stints, he has been associated with companies such as CoinSwitch, Amazon and Juniper, among others. Krishna BS, shared, "I am excited to join a very talented and committed Dezerv team at this interesting juncture; thanks to Purple Quarter for facilitating this exciting opportunity. In my role as the Head of Engg, I look forward to the opportunity to build a world-class team that will build out India's leading wealth management technology stack from the ground up. Our goal at Dezerv is to enable technology-led innovation in every aspect of managing wealth both for our customers and for every function within Dezerv." Purple Quarter's unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek, and more. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter's unmatched position.

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