Tag: #TechLeadership

  • Namdev Finvest appoints Dominic Vijay Kumar as president & head of technology

    Namdev Finvest appoints Dominic Vijay Kumar as president & head of technology

    Mumbai: Namdev Finvest, a leading Rajasthan-based NBFC specialising in MSMEs, green financing, and small business loans, has announced the appointment of Dominic Vijay Kumar as its president & head of technology. Bringing over 25 years of experience in technology innovation, Dominic will spearhead Namdev’s digital transformation, implement robust cybersecurity strategies, and drive projects that enhance business efficiency and customer satisfaction.  

    Kumar’s extensive leadership experience in the BFSI and NBFC sectors has earned him a reputation for designing and implementing IT infrastructure and operations that align with organisational goals. At Namdev Finvest, he will be pivotal in advancing the company’s technological edge, fostering operational excellence, and introducing transformative solutions to the financial sector.  

    Welcoming Dominic to the team, Namdev Finvest, chief human resources officer, Gagan Sharma said, “Dominic’s extensive experience in technology and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission to serve MSMEs with efficiency and innovation. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Namdev Finvest family.”

    Expressing enthusiasm for his new role, Kumar shared, “Joining Namdev Finvest is an exciting opportunity to innovate and build robust technological solutions that empower MSMEs and drive financial inclusion. With its talented team, I am looking forward to contributing to the company’s vision for transformative growth.”

    Dominic holds a bachelor’s degree in electronics and communications engineering and an MCA in first grade, along with several prestigious certifications, including the Advanced Global Leadership Programme by IIM Calcutta and a CyberSecurity Strategist Certification. He has also been recognised with numerous awards, including ‘100 Most Innovative CIO of India’, ‘ETNOW CIO of the Year’, and ‘CTO of the Year by Making of Developed India’, for his contributions to IT leadership.  

    With Kumar’s appointment, Namdev Finvest is poised to strengthen its technological framework and continue driving financial inclusion for MSMEs.  

     

  • New Relic appoints Charlie Thompson as SVP & MD for EMEA expansion

    New Relic appoints Charlie Thompson as SVP & MD for EMEA expansion

    Mumbai: New Relic, the Intelligent Observability Platform, has announced the appointment of Charlie Thompson as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of EMEA. In this role, Thompson will spearhead market expansion and sales growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He will work closely with enterprises to harness New Relic’s innovative platform for driving reliability, fostering innovation, and delivering superior customer experiences.  

    Thompson brings nearly two decades of expertise in global sales leadership, having previously served as senior vice president of EMEA and LATAM at Appian. During his tenure, he achieved significant market growth, expanding enterprise and partner networks while securing major customer wins. He has also held key roles at Pegasystems, Detica, and Fujitsu, where he demonstrated a knack for building high-performing teams and fostering collaboration.  

    Before transitioning into the tech industry, Thompson served for 16 years in the British Army, retiring as a Major after completing multiple international deployments.  

    Commenting on the appointment, New Relic CEO, Ashan Willy said, “Charlie brings extensive expertise in international markets, global sales, channels, enterprises, and working across a wide variety of industries. He has a proven track record of success in growing sales and winning in highly competitive markets. His focus and understanding of driving customer value will be essential for us as we fulfil our mission of bringing the New Relic Intelligent Observability Platform to every enterprise across the globe.”

    Under Thompson’s leadership, New Relic aims to further solidify its position as a leader in observability. Recent advancements include a collaboration with NVIDIA for AI monitoring of NVIDIA NIM applications, the industry’s first integrated, AI-strengthened digital experience monitoring (DEM) solution, and the launch of New Relic Pathpoint. These innovations empower businesses to optimise digital performance and reliability at scale.  

    Thompson expressed enthusiasm about his new role: “New Relic is leading the market with its AI-strengthened platform, the industry’s only true consumption-based pricing model, and its team. The company continues to innovate and provide unmatched customer value. I look forward to working closely with the team to help leading global companies eliminate interruptions in digital experiences with New Relic.”

    With Thompson at the helm of its EMEA operations, New Relic is poised to accelerate growth, strengthen partnerships, and deliver unparalleled observability solutions to enterprises across the region.