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“Building a high-performing marketing team starts with a strong foundation of clear vision, strategic collaboration, and data-driven execution,” said Avadhoot Patwardhan, Seasoned Marketing Professional.

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What inspired you to step into the marketing world, especially in the IT space? My journey into IT marketing has been driven by a combination of strategic thinking, technical curiosity, and the ability to translate complex solutions into compelling narratives. With experience across Product Marketing, Partner Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Field Marketing, I’ve honed my […]

“Building a high-performing marketing team starts with a strong foundation of clear vision, strategic collaboration, and data-driven execution,” said Avadhoot Patwardhan, Seasoned Marketing Professional. Read More »

“To build a high-performing team, you need clear goals, a strong culture of collaboration and continuous learning,” said Mohammed Aneez, Marketing Manager at Exclusive Networks.

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What inspired you to step into the marketing world, especially in the IT space? The opportunity to bridge complex technology with real business value, helping companies understand how the right solutions can protect and empower them in a digital-first world. Marketing in the IT/cybersecurity industry can be tricky! What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced, and

“To build a high-performing team, you need clear goals, a strong culture of collaboration and continuous learning,” said Mohammed Aneez, Marketing Manager at Exclusive Networks. Read More »

“The feeling of helping a business close a million-dollar deal gives you a good sleep,” said Dhairya Tandon, Sr. Marketing Manager, Recorded Future.

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What inspired you to step into the marketing world, especially in the IT space? I choose marketing because of my interest in creative thinking, experimentation, technology and business. You feel good and satisfied when you know that marketing is the reason for creating this opportunity and helping it close as well. The feeling of helping

“The feeling of helping a business close a million-dollar deal gives you a good sleep,” said Dhairya Tandon, Sr. Marketing Manager, Recorded Future. Read More »

“Making content as the backbone of marketing,” said Sanchari Mitra, Head of Marketing, Aujas Cybersecurity.

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What inspired you to step into the marketing world, especially in the IT space? Crafting stories for IT services and brand Marketing in the IT/cybersecurity industry can be tricky! What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced, and how did you tackle it? Justifying the ROI for cybersecurity events is a challenge. Influencing sales to take the

“Making content as the backbone of marketing,” said Sanchari Mitra, Head of Marketing, Aujas Cybersecurity. Read More »

“Marketing is not just about selling, it’s about educating, problem-solving, and making a real impact,” said Karthik Kumar, Associate Vice President, Growth Marketing, Qseap Infotech Pvt Ltd.

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What inspired you to step into the world of marketing, especially in the IT space? I got into IT marketing because it’s the perfect mix of strategy, creativity, and technology. It’s not just about selling, it’s about educating, problem-solving, and making a real impact. Marketing in the IT/cybersecurity industry can be tricky! What’s the biggest

“Marketing is not just about selling, it’s about educating, problem-solving, and making a real impact,” said Karthik Kumar, Associate Vice President, Growth Marketing, Qseap Infotech Pvt Ltd. Read More »

“I see challenges as opportunities to do things differently and experiment,” said Arvind Lakshmiratan, Chief Marketing Officer, Inspira Enterprise

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What inspired you to step into the world of marketing, especially in the IT space? Early days of having a good mentor who helped me understand my capabilities and gave me the right opportunities in marketing. Marketing in the IT/cybersecurity industry can be tricky! What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced, and how did you tackle

“I see challenges as opportunities to do things differently and experiment,” said Arvind Lakshmiratan, Chief Marketing Officer, Inspira Enterprise Read More »

“The best marketing teams don’t just execute campaigns; they drive business transformation,” said Ashwany Pillai, Global Head of Marketing, Network Intelligence.

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What inspired you to step into the world of marketing, especially in the IT space? My marketing journey began quite interestingly at a time when digital transformation was just picking up pace. What drew me in was the fascinating intersection of human psychology and technology—how the right message at the right time could bridge the

“The best marketing teams don’t just execute campaigns; they drive business transformation,” said Ashwany Pillai, Global Head of Marketing, Network Intelligence. Read More »

“My journey in cybersecurity is a dynamic and evolving path,” said Farina Mutia, SVP, Information Security Head (Country CISO Indonesia), UOB

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? I am leading a team of more than 40 staff and 7 departments from implementation of Cyber Security Project and Strategy, handling Cyber Security Incidents, Security Surveillance Activities, Information Security Governance, etc How will you describe your journey in the cybersecurity industry? My

“My journey in cybersecurity is a dynamic and evolving path,” said Farina Mutia, SVP, Information Security Head (Country CISO Indonesia), UOB Read More »

“Every single day is a new day, and you learn from every single step you take,” said Aijaz Regoo, Chief Information Technology Officer, MIS Connect.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? Currently I am CTO for a group of fintech companies, which includes MIS Pay (BNPL) and MIS Connect (open banking) in Saudi Arabia. Currently, I have a team of engineering directors, product directors, and IT managers across the group who are directly reporting

“Every single day is a new day, and you learn from every single step you take,” said Aijaz Regoo, Chief Information Technology Officer, MIS Connect. Read More »

“Never stop learning—pursue new certifications, stay updated on industry trends, and always be open to new ideas,” said Nikhil Dev, CISO & General Manager, IT & Telcom, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? As the capacity of General Manager-IT & Telecom, I am responsible for our group’s IT strategic planning, infrastructure management, project management, IT security & compliance, and increasing IT operational efficiency. How will you describe your journey in the cybersecurity industry? The journey through

“Never stop learning—pursue new certifications, stay updated on industry trends, and always be open to new ideas,” said Nikhil Dev, CISO & General Manager, IT & Telcom, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group. Read More »

“One of the key drivers of digital innovation is a hyperfocus on customer-centricity,” said Himanshu Wadia, Director, IT Infrastructure & BSS at Amdocs.

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About Himanshu Wadia: He is a seasoned IT/Telecom professional. With a strong educational foundation with DECE, B.Tech(IT), PGDM (IMT-Ghaziabad) and MDP from IIM Calcutta, Himanshu has been a pioneer of core Techno-Management roles. With over 18 years of experience working in top Technology Firms like TCS, Ericsson, Bharti Airtel, & Amdocs, Himanshu’s portfolio has always revolved around Innovation

“One of the key drivers of digital innovation is a hyperfocus on customer-centricity,” said Himanshu Wadia, Director, IT Infrastructure & BSS at Amdocs. Read More »

“The threats you will face in the future are constantly evolving, and many won’t have established solutions or any books written on them yet,” said Prince Joseph, Group CIO, NeST Group, SFO Technologies.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? I am presently working as Group CIO (SFO Technologies-NeST Group) with more than 25 years of working experience. As the technology leader, I drive digital transformation by leveraging emerging technology and innovations and establishing a strong ENTERPRISE/INFORMATION/CYBER-SECURITY poster for the enterprise. My business

“The threats you will face in the future are constantly evolving, and many won’t have established solutions or any books written on them yet,” said Prince Joseph, Group CIO, NeST Group, SFO Technologies. Read More »

“My journey in cybersecurity has been both challenging and rewarding, marked by continuous learning, adaptation, and a commitment to protecting information assets,” said SKI (Senthil Kumar Iyyappan), CISO, Ocrolus Inc.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? I am responsible for the global information security program, providing strategic leadership and direction for the organization’s security initiatives. My role involves ensuring the protection of information assets and aligning security measures with business objectives to effectively respond to evolving threats. Key areas

“My journey in cybersecurity has been both challenging and rewarding, marked by continuous learning, adaptation, and a commitment to protecting information assets,” said SKI (Senthil Kumar Iyyappan), CISO, Ocrolus Inc. Read More »

“This taught me the importance of a fast response, teamwork, and educating others to handle security problems effectively,” said Rajeev Soota , Vice President-IT, Usha International Ltd.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? Over 34 years of experience, with a significant focus on the last two decades within IT. My expertise lies in managing business applications, specifically ERP solutions like SAP, APO, demand planning, sales forecasting, business intelligence, etc. Key roles evolved around automation initiatives, digitization,

“This taught me the importance of a fast response, teamwork, and educating others to handle security problems effectively,” said Rajeev Soota , Vice President-IT, Usha International Ltd. Read More »

“Supporting the next generation of cybersecurity professionals is like being a guide on a stargazing adventure” said Amit Saxena, VP-IT (CIO), Millennium semiconductors India Pvt Ltd.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? I define strategic vision and lead business planning for technology systems, as well as establish project management and IT governance/prioritization to achieve organizational objectives. I also led business transformation initiatives to create business value, building next-level IT capabilities in the organization. My key

“Supporting the next generation of cybersecurity professionals is like being a guide on a stargazing adventure” said Amit Saxena, VP-IT (CIO), Millennium semiconductors India Pvt Ltd. Read More »

“Having the right tools is not enough without a well-trained workforce to carry out the job” said Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar Osman, Head of IT, Shared Services at PNB Commercial.

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Can you describe your current role, and what responsibilities do you undertake? I am the Head of IT, shared services for PNB Commercial, the real estate subsidiary of Permodalan Nasional Berhad, a premier fund management company in Malaysia. I oversee the IT Department and all the IT Services delivery within the group, which consists of

“Having the right tools is not enough without a well-trained workforce to carry out the job” said Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar Osman, Head of IT, Shared Services at PNB Commercial. Read More »