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  • Guidehouse Appoints Vinay Singh to Lead Managed Services and Technology in India

    Vinay Singh

    Chennai: Guidehouse, a global AI-driven professional services provider, has appointed Vinay Singh as the Leader of Guidehouse Managed Services (GMS) and Technology – India.

    Singh, currently a Partner at Guidehouse, will now be based in Chennai to oversee the firm’s expanding India hub, a critical pillar in its global delivery network.

    With decades of international experience in managed services, IT strategy, and technology transformation, Vinay Singh has built and scaled global teams that deliver sustained business impact.

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    Known for implementing innovative, technology-driven solutions, Singh has helped organizations accelerate growth, enhance financial results, and unlock new value across industries.

    Vinay Singh to Drive Growth and Global Integration

    His appointment reflects Guidehouse’s focus on tightly integrating its GMS and Technology functions worldwide, ensuring scalable, future-ready solutions for clients.

    Singh will lead efforts to strengthen collaboration across global teams, scale operations in India, and explore new opportunities for innovation and delivery.

    Strategic Move for Guidehouse’s Global Growth

    “This appointment marks a pivotal evolution in how we align our Technology and GMS practices to meet rising demand for intelligent, tech-enabled services,” said John Saad, President of Guidehouse.

    “Vinay Singh’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing global collaboration and ensuring we deliver integrated solutions that create measurable value for clients.”

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    Guidehouse has identified India as a cornerstone of its global growth strategy. By placing Vinay Singh in this leadership role, the firm reinforces its commitment to investing in future-ready solutions, intelligent operations, and integrated service delivery at scale.

    “I am honored to return to India and take on this new role at such an important time for Guidehouse,” said Vinay Singh. “By aligning Technology and GMS more closely, we are building a smarter, more connected future where our teams deliver greater value, unlock possibilities, and expand our global impact.”

    The firm also acknowledged Mahendra Rawat, who served as Interim GMS Lead in India, and confirmed he will continue in his role as India Country Lead.

    Author

    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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