Zoho Corporation announced a major leadership change as Sridhar Vembu steps down as CEO to take on the role of Chief Scientist. Co-founder Shailesh Kumar Davey will now lead the company as the new group CEO.
Who Is Shailesh Kumar Davey?
Shailesh Kumar Davey, a co-founder of Zoho, is an alumnus of IIT Madras. He earned his B.Tech in Metallurgy in 1992 and later completed an M.Tech in Industrial Management from the same institute.
An Engineering Expert
Before becoming CEO, Shailesh was the Vice President of Engineering at ManageEngine, Zoho’s IT management division. With a background in network projects at Tata-IBM, he has been instrumental in Zoho’s engineering processes and innovations.
Focus on Customer Value
Shailesh believes in optimizing software, servers, and data centers to deliver maximum value to customers. This approach aligns with Zoho’s commitment to innovation and efficiency.
R&D at the Core
Sridhar Vembu’s new role as Chief Scientist will focus on driving advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning. He emphasized the importance of R&D for Zoho’s future growth.
A Vision for the Future
With Shailesh Kumar Davey as CEO and Vembu steering research initiatives, Zoho aims to strengthen its position in the tech industry while expanding its AI capabilities.
