Rishad Premji joins Wipro Board
Wipro has appointed Rishad Premji to its Board of Directors effective May 1, 2015. Rishad Premji joined Wipro in 2007 and has played a critical role in defining the company’s strategy and driving its mergers and acquisitions function. In 2014, he spearheaded the setting up of Wipro Ventures, a $100-million fund focussed on investing in new-age start-ups building cutting-edge technologies. Rishad will continue to run Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions, in addition to his new responsibilities overseeing the Technology Office, Investor and Government Relations, and Wipro Ventures. Ashok S. Ganguly, Independent Director & Chairman, Board Governance and Nomination Committee, Wipro Ltd, said, “He brings a unique blend of exceptional strategic insights, understanding of the technology landscape and diverse business expertise. These past eight years have given Rishad an in-depth view of the organization and makes him well positioned to guide Wipro and carry the mantle of...