HCL Info names new CEO

NEW DELHI: HCL Infosystems Ltd today announced the appointment of Harsh Chitale as chief executive officer for HCL Infosystems Ltd post the selection process undertaken by the Nominations Committee of the Board.

Based in Noida, Harsh will take over the baton of CEO from Ajai Chowdhry who will continue to be the chairman, said a press release.

HCL Infosystems over the past few years has also been expanding with the growing presence across emerging markets and strong skilled workforce of close to 7000 people.

Ajai Chowdhry, chairman, HCL Infosystems commented, “This has been an exhilarating journey for me from 1976 when we realised this dream of HCL, to 1994 when I took over the reins of HCL Infosystems. ”

He added that over the last 16 years, HCL Infosystems as the flagship company of the enterprise has seen tremendous transformation and growth to become one of the most respected companies with unparalleled commitment and understanding of the IT Industry.

"I am extremely pleased and privileged to have got this opportunity and to be a part of these exciting times when HCL Infosystems is experiencing tremendous growth both in India and across emerging markets. I hope I am able to make an impact as a part of the family in this everlasting transformational journey.” Harsh Chitale, CEO, HCL Infosystems Ltd.

Harsh Chitale brings a wealth of experience as a senior business leader with rich business management experience in both Indian and global companies.

Harsh moves to HCL Infosystems from Honeywell Process Solutions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc where he led the business for the North and South America region, the release added.