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US Firms are Vying for Indian Market Dominance: Here’s How They are Making Inroads

In recent years, a notable trend has emerged in the business landscape as US companies strategically target India for market expansion. These organizations are actively investing in building a robust presence in the country, recognizing India's immense potential as a key market and a talent hub. To achieve this, many companies are focusing on hiring top-tier technology leaders to spearhead their India teams, drive product development, and facilitate overall expansion. India Brand Equity Foundation asserts that the United States is India’s third largest source of FDI. The decision to strengthen US companies’ presence in India is rooted in the country's growing economy, large consumer base, and burgeoning pool of skilled professionals in the technology sector. Southeast Asia at large is a dynamic region in itself and poses a string of opportunities. And India stands out tall with a significant market size and an increasingly tech-savvy population. More and more global companies( especially in the US) across the board, from technology and e-commerce to finance and healthcare, are abetting on the India next-big-thing sentiment. To effectively navigate and capitalize on the Indian market, companies are realizing the importance of having strong local leadership. Hiring technology leaders with a deep understanding of the Indian business landscape, cultural nuances, and regulatory environment is seen as a crucial step in ensuring successful market penetration. These technology leaders are tasked with building and leading high-performance teams that can address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the regional markets. Alongside driving innovation in product development, they are also responsible for establishing effective go-to-market strategies tailored to the local consumer base. Concurrently, India is a global hub for technology talent in the making, producing a steady stream of skilled professionals in areas such as crypto, software development, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. US companies want to use this talent pool to create innovative, localized solutions for Indian consumers by building strong teams led by experienced technology leaders. These strategic hires also help foster collaborations and partnerships within the Indian business ecosystem. Building strong relationships with local businesses, startups, and government bodies is essential for navigating regulatory landscapes, understanding market dynamics, and ensuring long-term sustainability. If we look at this trend, FalconX – a US-based cryptocurrency trading and investment solution provider recently partnered with Purple Quarter – a global <a href="https://www.purplequarter.com/our-approach/">technology leadership search</a> firm – to onboard a VP and MD to lead their India operation. This will enable FalconX to identify opportunities for expansion and growth in the Indian fintech space and raise the company's standing locally by collaborating with the industry, government, press and academia. This prominent trend is domain agnostic. UiPath – a US-based RPA (Robotic Process Automation) service provider also turned to Purple Quarter to onboard a VP of Engineering who can lead their India Development Center and position it as a hub for building and delivering high-scale enterprise products. From e-commerce giant Walmart appointing a VP of engineering to lead their R&D center in India to SAAS unicorn Narvar onboarding India site lead – Purple Quarter’s partnerships with these global brands unfold their aspiration to capitalize on the Indian market and talent pool. Roopa Kumar, Founder and Group CEO of Purple Quarter, remarks, “The upward surge for skilled Indian tech leads needs some organized reflection. Of course, the brimming and quality tech talent pool has accelerated the impetus. Stable economic ties have also fueled US companies' push further into Indian markets." For leadership requirements, visit <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">www.purplequarter.com</a> or connect <a href="mailto:interact@purplequarter.com">interact@purplequarter.com</a>

Purple Quarter Facilitates Ness’ Leadership Appointment; Ex- JPMorgan Chase Technologist Joins as AVP of Engineering

Full-Lifecycle Digital Services Transformation company, Ness has appointed Bhaskar Prayaga as the Assistant Vice President Engineering. Bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the tech leadership mandate.   Established in 1999, New Jersey and Pittsburgh-headquartered Ness focuses on designing, developing, and integrating digital platforms and enterprise software. Their team of skilled designers, software engineers, data experts, and business consultants collaborate with clients to create roadmaps for enhancing digital solutions and enterprise systems, enabling customer engagement, brand differentiation, and profitable growth.   As the newly appointed AVP of Engineering, Bhaskar brings a wealth of industry expertise and leadership acumen to Ness. With a proven track record of driving innovation, optimizing processes, and leading high-performing teams, he is poised to elevate Ness’ tech capabilities to newer heights.   Rohit Sharma, Chief Talent Officer at Ness commented on the recent hire, “Having the correct leadership in place is critical as we continue to build three layers of specialization in India in Product Platform engineering, Cloud Engineering, and Data Engineering. We are confident that Bhaskar's insights and leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. We are thankful to Purple Quarter for their instrumental role in our leadership search.”   Purple Quarter played a significant role in facilitating the strategic hire, utilizing their extensive network and industry insights to identify and attract the ideal candidate. Their scientifically derived Behavioral Metrics Model (BMM), found Bhaskar Prayaga to be the perfect fit for the role. With stints at Infosys and JPMorgan Chase & Co, Bhaskar is an emerging leader who has displayed remarkable accomplishments in areas including Strategic Vision, Change Management, Collaborative Influence, and Inclusive People Leadership.   "I am thrilled to join Ness and contribute to their dynamic journey of digital transformation," Bhaskar stated. “I extend my gratitude to Purple Quarter for enabling this captivating opportunity. Ness's commitment to pushing technological boundaries aligns perfectly with my passion for creating impactful solutions. I look forward to collaborating with the exceptional team at Ness to drive meaningful change for our clients.”   Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Porter, DP World, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek, and more.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, UiPath, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.     For leadership requirements, visit <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">www.purplequarter.com</a> or connect <a href="mailto:interact@purplequarter.com">interact@purplequarter.com</a>

Supply Chain Visibility Leader FourKites Partners with Purple Quarter to Appoint Bo Tao as CTO

Chicago-based FourKites has onboarded Ex-Google techie Bo Tao as Chief Technology Officer. Bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the C-suite role.   FourKites has a vision to 'drive end-to-end supply chain orchestration, with visibility as the foundation.' Tracking more than 3 million shipments daily across road, rail, ocean, air, parcel and last mile, and reaching over 200 countries and territories, FourKites combines real-time data and powerful machine learning to help companies digitize their end-to-end supply chains. More than 1,200 of the world's most recognized brands — including 9 of the top 10 CPG and 18 of the top 20 food and beverage companies — trust FourKites to transform their business and create more agile, efficient and sustainable supply chains. The company approached Purple Quarter to find a suitable technology leader.   FourKites Founder & CEO, Mathew Joseph Elenjickal, shared, "We are pleased to welcome Bo Tao onboard. I'm positive that his extensive experience and diverse background will complement FourKites' rapidly growing customer base and innovative platform. As chief technology officer, Bo will drive effective and mature agile practices and optimize processes as an essential factor for our global business. We appreciate how smoothly Purple Quarter managed the entire recruiting process."   Purple Quarter devised a customized approach to mapping and finding the right tech leader. Tao was identified as the ideal candidate for FourKites' search for a data-driven and results-oriented leader. His prior stints include Google, Symantec and NEXT Trucking.   "I am excited about the opportunity at FourKites. As the Chief Technology Officer, my goal is to create a holistic tech landscape to ideate and deliver the best possible platform, while simultaneously focusing on engineering excellence, execution and building for scale to accommodate our rapidly growing customer base. Thanks to Purple Quarter for their guidance," Tao stated.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out 10,000+ credible tech leaders and expanded with offices across the US, Singapore, UK, UAE and India. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insights into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. Having partnered with 100+ tech product companies, the brand specializes in cross-functional tech domains with dedicated teams to meet custom senior tech leadership requirements.

neOwn Engages with Purple Quarter to Strengthen Leadership Team; Pratik Chopra Appointed as VP of Engineering

A one-of-a-kind alternate commerce platform focused on helping parents and children - neOwn, has appointed Pratik Chopra as the Vice President of Engineering. Global bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner in closing the tech leadership mandate.   Purple Quarter, along with team neOwn, devised a customized approach to map and locate the right technology head for building technology on neOwn’s vision. Following extensive research and careful consideration, the teams collectively closed on Pratik Chopra as the VP of Engineering.   Pratik comes with 15 years of experience and has worked in Silicon Valley with US Defense, Zynga and IGT. In addition, he has spent over nine years building start-ups like Invock, Expertrons among others. His proven track record and in-depth domain knowledge make him the ideal candidate for the role. Pratik has a master's from the University of Illinois at Chicago.   “The opportunity to work with Kranti in building neOwn from zero to one would be the start of another great journey. I am grateful to Purple Quarter for introducing me to this opportunity and for facilitating a quick closure. At neOwn, our primary focus will be to move the organization towards an AI-based e-commerce approach. We will focus on building growth funnels and scalable technology using AI engines, keeping consumers at the center. I look forward to building and growing with neOwn’s vision and mission,” shared Pratik Chopra on his appointment.   Launched in 2023, neOwn is an early-stage startup founded by Kranti Gada, Ex-Shemaroo Ent. COO, with a mission to empower modern-day shoppers as well as brands with alternate commerce models. Currently, the platform is focused on subscriptions as a business model and Parents and Children as a Target Audience leveraging technology to solve inefficiencies and build scale. neOwn aims to be a flag bearer in the space of renewable commerce, paving the way for a sustainable future. To strengthen the organization's technology vertical, neOwn sought Purple Quarter’s search expertise to fill the position with a seasoned tech leader.   Kranti Gada, Founder, neOwn, shared on the appointment, “We are delighted to welcome Pratik to the team. We are at a nascent stage, and I am confident that Pratik’s expertise will help develop and accelerate our tech infrastructure. Pratik not only has the right skill set and experience but also comes with an amazing attitude to build structure and sense in a high-potential but unorganized market. Purple Quarter has been of great help in locating and onboarding the best tech leader fit for the organization. We appreciate the team’s driven efforts throughout the process.”   Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more.   About Purple Quarter   Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.

Ex-Amazon Technologist Joins Dezerv as Head of Engineering, Purple Quarter Leads the Search

An expert-led investment management company, Dezerv appointed Krishna BS as the Head of Engineering. Global bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for the tech leadership mandate. Sandeep Jethwani, Co-Founder commented on the appointment, "Firstly, a note of thanks to the Purple Quarter team for being instrumental in closing this leadership mandate and the support in the process. We would like to welcome Krishna BS to the team. I am certain that with his immense knowledge and expertise, the team will grow under his leadership. As the head of engineering, Krishna will focus on tech architecture, strategies, and implementation." Co-founded in 2021 by Sahil Contractor, Sandeep Jethwani and Vaibhav Porwal, Dezerv is an investment management company serving affluent Indians. They leverage industry expertise and advanced technology to deliver comprehensive investment solutions that are actively managed by their team of experts. In the last two years, Dezerv has analyzed over INR 6500 crores of assets and managed over INR 2500 crores of investments for their clients. To further expand its tech team, Dezerv partnered with Purple Quarter to help bridge its tech leadership gap. Purple Quarter understood the requirement and created a unique plan to fill the leadership mandate by identifying the best fit. By leveraging the Behavioral Metrics Model (BMM), an IP of Purple Quarter, Krishna BS was found to be the right leader for the role—a hardcode techie who has a proven track record. Krishna comes with 18 years of industry experience; in his prior stints, he has been associated with companies such as CoinSwitch, Amazon and Juniper, among others. Krishna BS, shared, "I am excited to join a very talented and committed Dezerv team at this interesting juncture; thanks to Purple Quarter for facilitating this exciting opportunity. In my role as the Head of Engg, I look forward to the opportunity to build a world-class team that will build out India's leading wealth management technology stack from the ground up. Our goal at Dezerv is to enable technology-led innovation in every aspect of managing wealth both for our customers and for every function within Dezerv." Purple Quarter's unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek, and more. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter's unmatched position.

Medikabazaar Partners with Purple Quarter to Hire Senior Tech Leadership

BANGALORE, India, May 4, 2023 - Leading B2B health technology firm Medikabazaar has announced the appointment of Vishal Chaturvedi as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Bespoke CTO search firm <a href="https://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purple Quarter</a> was the preferred search partner for Medikabazaar's C-suite role. Founder and CEO of Medikabazaar, Vivek Tiwari, shared on the appointment, "We are pleased to welcome Vishal onboard. I'm positive that Vishal's extensive experience and diverse background will complement Medikabazaar's high-growth journey. We appreciate Purple Quarter's efforts in the overall process." Founded in 2015 by Vivek Tiwari and Ketan Malkan, Medikabazaar is India's largest online B2B platform for medical supplies. The digital platform connects sellers with medical establishments for streamlined and cost-effective procurement. Together with Medikabazaar, Purple Quarter devised a tailored strategy for mapping and finding the best leadership fit aligned with the former's goals, objectives, and culture. Vishal Chaturvedi was identified as the ideal candidate for Medikabazaar's search for a data-driven and results-oriented leader. An alumnus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Vishal has previously been associated with giants such as Samsung, Amazon, British Telecom, Jio, and BlackBuck (Zinka Logistics Solutions Pvt. Ltd.). "I'm excited to be a part of the incredible team at Medikabazaar. As the CTO, I will be responsible for strengthening the tech vision and building up to achieve Medikabazaar's vision of delivering healthcare supplies and ensuring timely patient care," shared Vishal. Purple Quarter's unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek, and more. About the Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a bespoke CTO search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the tech leadership hiring space for startups and corporations. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, Hike, Clari, and many more reflect Purple Quarter's unmatched position.

UAE-based Logistics Giant, DP World Appoints VP of Engineering in a Purple Quarter-led Search

Bangalore, May 02, Leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, DP World has onboarded Ex-Amazon Techie, Sangam Reddy as the Vice President of Engineering. <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a>, a Global Bespoke CTO Search Firm was instrumental in closing the leadership mandate.  Pradeep Desai, Chief Technology Officer, DP World commented on the appointment, “We are delighted to welcome Sangam Reddy to the team. As Global Vice President of Engineering, Sangam Reddy will be responsible for Market Access, E-Commerce, Trade Finance and Data chain solutions. I am confident that with his immense knowledge and expertise, he will help align our tech and business goals. Purple Quarter has been crucial in hiring the best leader match for us; thank you to the entire team for their consolidated efforts on each step.” Dubai headquartered, DP World started off as a local port operator, shifted focus to being a regional port operator and gradually became the leading global port operator. Today, DP World focuses on becoming a supply chain solutions provider worldwide. With a vision to “disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies, and the planet,” DP World sought a seasoned techie for its versatile tech team.  Together with DP World, Purple Quarter worked closely to map and locate the best-fit technologist for the role. It was imperative to have someone with detailed knowledge and technical know-how. Sangam Reddy comes with over 25 years of robust industry experience. In the course of his career, the erstwhile Amazon leader has also been associated with JPMorgan Chase, Deloitte, and Infosys. “Thanks to the Purple Quarter team for presenting with this interesting opportunity. I am excited to leverage my experience and contribute to the vast and high-value supply chain industry together with the team. My primary focus at DP World will be to drive an end-to-end technology roadmap, strengthen the technical infrastructure and manage the company’s overall core technology. Right from role understanding, company vision to market analysis, Purple Quarter’s support throughout processes is quite unmatched,” shared Sangam Reddy on his joining.  Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position. About DP World We are a leading provider of supply-chain solutions, we help trade flow across the globe. Our global network spans 350 business units in 75 countries, made up of logistics terminals, marine services, ports and economic zones. We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create innovative trade solutions while ensuring a positive impact on economies, societies and our planet. Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees are committed to bringing every customer and partner unrivalled value. We do this by building and growing long-lasting relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders. For leadership requirements, visit <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">www.purplequarter.com</a> or connect <a href="mailto:interact@purplequarter.com">interact@purplequarter.com</a>

Purple Quarter Identifies Ex-Amazon Techie for G.O.A.T Brand Labs’ Head of Engineering, Product & Data

BANGALORE, India, April 26, 2023 G.O.A.T (Greatest of All Time) Brand Labs, a tech-driven aggregator of D2C brands, announced the appointment of Saumitra Kumar as the Head of Engineering, Product and Data in partnership with the bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purple Quarter</a>. Founded in 2021 by Rishi Vasudev and Rameswar Misra, G.O.A.T Brand Labs acquires and scales differentiated and exciting digitally-native brands in the lifestyle space (fashion, home, nutrition, beauty and personal care), helping them reach the next level of growth. This is possible because of GOAT's inbuilt capabilities in operations, warehousing, finance, brand building, etc along with an exceptional leadership team. With Saumitra joining the team, GOAT is looking to further boost its capabilities on the Tech front to scale these Digital-First brands, both in India and Globally. Co-founder & CEO, Rishi Vasudev, G.O.A.T Brand Labs commented on the appointment, "With 20 brands in our portfolio, I am confident that Saumitra's appointment will prove invaluable as we continue to build more tech capabilities for our brands. He will be leading tech, product and data. A huge note of thanks to the Purple Quarter team for being instrumental in closing this leadership mandate and all the support in the process." Purple Quarter comprehended the requirement and created a unique plan to fill the leadership gap by identifying the best fit. Leveraging the Behavioral Metrics Model (BMM), an IP of Purple Quarter, Saumitra Kumar was found to be the right leader for the position; a hardcode techie who has led both engineering and product has a proven track record and has also been an entrepreneur in health tech. Saumitra can easily integrate into the organization's culture. In his prior stints, he has been associated with companies such as Amazon, Verizon and Sears Holding Corporations among others. "I am thrilled to be a part of a versatile team at G.O.A.T; thanks to Purple Quarter for facilitating this exciting opportunity and the continued end-to-end support. In my new role, I will work with the team to create a suite of tech products to help our brands grow exponentially. I will also be driving product-led growth and data science initiatives to scale the brands," shared Saumitra Kumar. Purple Quarter's unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter's unmatched position.

Purple Quarter Announces Kiran Satya as the Regional CEO for India, Middle East & Africa

BANGALORE, India, April 11, 2023 -- To amplify its operations across regions, the global bespoke CTO search firm has undertaken an internal restructuring and promoted <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-satya-39543115" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kiran Satya</a> as the Regional CEO for its India, Middle East & Africa markets. Kiran takes on the new role from his former position as a Partner at the firm. Announcing the development, Purple Quarter Founder and Group CEO, Roopa Kumar, shared, "As we diversify our operations, we will have a razor-sharp focus across specific regions. Kiran has been a trusted partner for the business and is the best candidate to take up the responsibilities as the Regional CEO (India, Middle East & Africa). With immense pleasure, I congratulate Kiran on the new beginning and look forward to building newer opportunities." As a seasoned search leader, Kiran has been an integral part of Purple Quarter's growth story since its early days. Leading a large team, Kiran has been the driver of several processes and structures from ground zero at Purple Quarter. He conceptualized the proprietary Purple Quarter IP, <a href="https://www.purplequarter.com/identify-the-right-tech-leader-with-behavioural-metrics-model-purple-quarter/leadership-advisory/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BMM (Behavioural Metrics Model)</a> to identify the right Tech talent for suitable companies and has also been crucial in several high-value partnerships with key stakeholders. Taking on the role, Kiran shared, "I am beyond thrilled to take on this opportunity and am hugely thankful to Roopa and the leadership team for the constant support. Over the years I have been blessed to work with a super team, meet some great people, and build equally productive partnerships. With this role, I am focused on strengthening our presence in the respective markets and will oversee the potential untapped opportunities." Kiran joins the Purple Quarter leadership team following the recent appointment of a seasoned leader, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vedpra/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ved Prakash</a>, as Purple Quarter's Regional CEO (US & APAC). About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out 10,000+ credible tech leaders and expanded with offices across the US, Singapore, UK, UAE and India. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insights into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. Having partnered with 100+ tech product companies, the brand specializes in cross-functional tech domains with dedicated teams to meet custom senior tech leadership requirements.

toothsi (now makeO) Appoints Ex-Rupeek Techie as CPTO, Purple Quarter Leads the Executive Search

Bangalore, India, January 31st - India’s pioneer oral and skin makeover umbrella brand - makeO (toothsi & skinnsi) announced Japan Doshi as its new Chief Product and Technology Officer. Global Bespoke CTO search firm, <a href="http://www.purplequarter.com">Purple Quarter</a> was the C-suite search partner for the role.  Dr. Arpi Mehta, Co-Founder & CEO, makeO commented on the appointment, “We, at makeO, aim to democratise access to advanced smile and skin makeover solutions by leveraging technology in a big way. To better our tech platform, we wanted a seasoned professional who can execute this vision and is also a natural organizational fit. I am delighted to welcome Japan on board. His expertise and knowledge base will help us scale the business, moving forward. A special thanks to the Purple Quarter team for being an exceptional search partner and identifying the right leader for us.” Founded & Mumbai-headquartered in 2018, makeO (previously known as toothsi) was incorporated by Dr. Arpi Mehta, Dr. Pravin Shetty, Dr. Manjul Jain and Dr. Anirudha Kale. The company’s vision is ‘to become Asia’s largest clinical beauty technology platform. Provide diagnosis, products, and treatments for better teeth, skin and hair.’ India’s leading clinical beauty platform which is backed by experts & driven by technology, both toothsi & skinnsi are revolutionizing the way consumers get smile makeovers & the skin they’ve always wanted. Currently present in over 17 cities across India & 2 cities in UAE, makeO wishes to become a one-stop clinical beauty technology platform. To do so, makeO was in search of a seasoned leader to steer the technology team. Roopa Kumar, Founder & Group CEO of Purple Quarter, shared, “MakeO sought out an outstanding Product and Tech Leader; one who would shape up their 1-10 product journey, consecutively build the tech infrastructure for 10-100 offering relevant solutions for long term scale. They have made great strides with a trusted and easily accessible product suite (toothsi and skinnsi) in a short time. Taking the business to the next level of scale required someone who could seamlessly wear the Product and Technology hats. Japan, with his deep-set expertise, possesses a far-sightedness and is undoubtedly the perfect match. Thank you, Dr. Arpi for entrusting Purple Quarter; I wish makeO and Japan a successful partnership.” Together with makeO, Purple Quarter devised a custom plan; to evaluate the company’s problem statement and understand its long-term vision and accordingly map and locate the best fitment. It was imperative to have someone with a diverse portfolio and in-depth knowledge of the tech landscape. Japan Doshi proved to be the right fit as per the company’s expansion goals and culture. With over 20 years of tech industry experience, Japan has worked across multiple products and domains including his decade-long stint at Amazon. Japan Doshi commented on the appointment, “I am thrilled to be a part of the highly talented team at makeO to help build the largest clinical beauty technology platform for the masses. Incredibly thankful to Purple Quarter for connecting me with this opportunity. As the Chief Product and Technology Officer, I will help strengthen the product and tech vision, architecture and build up to achieve MakeO’s bold vision. I appreciate team Purple Quarter’s meticulous and thoughtful support in the end-to-end process.” Purple Quarter’s unparalleled tech network, extensive talent pool, and comprehensive end-to-end search process have been instrumental in securing multiple key tech heads for the likes of BigBasket, Licious, PharmEasy, Upstox, Urban Company, Shiprocket, ACKO, Healthians, Open, Rupeek and more. About Purple Quarter Purple Quarter is a Bespoke CTO Search firm with a global presence. In over five years, it has mapped out over 10,000+ tech leaders across the globe. With a singular approach, Purple Quarter offers detailed insight into the Tech Leadership hiring space for startups and corporates. The diverse clientele of companies such as Walmart, Swiggy, RBIH, Razorpay, Browserstack, Inmobi, ACKO, PharmEasy, Urban Company, hike, Clari, and many more, reflect Purple Quarter’s unmatched position.

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