- Infosys board has announced the appointment of Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-designate, effective April 1, 2027, succeeding Salil Parekh.
- Chairman Nandan Nilekani praised Dash, stating he "knows this company from the inside out" and has built long-standing relationships with clients.
- Nilekani emphasized that Dash's appointment is crucial as the industry enters a period of considerable change and requires a leader who can drive transformation while preserving company values.
- Dash has been with Infosys for over 31 years, starting as a young engineer and progressing through various leadership roles across multiple sectors.
- Nilekani acknowledged the contributions of outgoing CEO Salil Parekh, who has led the company for nearly nine years and strengthened its market position.
Infosys has named Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-designate, effective April 1, 2027, succeeding Salil Parekh, who has led the company for nearly nine years.145
Chairman Nandan Nilekani emphasized Dash's deep familiarity with the company, stating, "Dash knows this company from the inside out, carries the trust of clients and our leadership, which has been built over decades."2
Nilekani noted that the technology industry is entering a period of considerable change, and the board sought a leader capable of driving transformation while preserving the company's culture and values.3
In an internal email, Nilekani urged employees to support Dash, highlighting his three-decade career at Infosys, where he has held various senior leadership roles across multiple sectors, including retail and energy.
Nilekani recalled first meeting Dash as a young engineer from IIT Kharagpur, who earned a place at the leadership table through his execution skills and client focus.
Dash has built long-standing relationships with marquee clients and has been instrumental in establishing Infosys' Resources & Utilities business.
His appointment is based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and is subject to shareholder approval for a five-year term.
Nilekani expressed confidence in Dash's ability to lead Infosys through its next phase of AI-led transformation, stating, "The board believes this combination of strategic and commercial acumen together with his technology delivery experience, uniquely positions him to lead Infosys."
“Dash will assume the role of managing director and CEO on April 1, 2027, succeeding Salil Parekh after a nine-year tenure. Chairman Nilekani emphasized the board sought a leader who could drive bold transformation while preserving Infosys' culture and customer trust.”
