NTT appoints Avinash Joshi as India CEO

NTT Ltd., a US $11 billion global technology services company, has appointed Avinash Joshi as Chief Executive Officer for its India business.

Avinash will be responsible for end-to-end go-to-market, sales, delivery, operations, and profitability for NTT Ltd. in India and will report to Sharad Sanghi. Sharad has been elevated to the role of Managing Director and will lead the businesses of NTT Ltd. in the country.

Commenting on Avinash’s appointment, Sharad Sanghi, Managing Director, India said, “India is one of the fastest growing technology markets in the world and is witnessing unprecedented digitization and adoption of cutting-edge technology. This has been further expedited by the need for online business ecosystems in the wake of the pandemic. Avinash brings exceptional value, with his extensive experience of working in the IT & telecom Industry. As we undertake massive infrastructure and capacity building, we look forward to his impactful leadership intaking the company to greater heights and expanding market coverage.”

Talking about his new role, Avinash Joshi said, “With numerous innovations to its credit, NTT has been leading technology transformation all over the world. In India, the company offers an unparalleled range of skills, infrastructure capabilities and end-to-end integration of key technologies to enable digital transformation for its extensive and diverse clientele. I am very excited to join the organization and leverage my expertise to serve our clients, partners and colleagues. NTT Ltd. is committed to the cause of sustainable and shared growth for all, and it will be my endeavor to take the company further towards its goals in the times to come.”

Avinash joins NTT after being with IBM for more than 18 years where his core expertise was in P&L, strategic business development, key account management, and sales & delivery. In his last role, he was the Senior Partner and Vice President, 5G, APAC, and IBM Services. Avinash has overall experience of over 30 years in client facing roles and P&L management.