Jaipur: Copado, a global leader in AI-powered DevOps for business applications, today announced the appointment of Gaurav Kheterpal as Chief Evangelist.
The strategic move underscores Copado’s commitment to accelerating community-driven innovation and deepening its presence in India’s Salesforce ecosystem. The company also confirmed the opening of its new regional headquarters in Jaipur.
Gaurav Kheterpal to Lead Copado’s Global DevOps Community Growth
Gaurav Kheterpal, a Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer, Copado Champion, and 13-time Dreamforce speaker, brings nearly two decades of expertise in DevOps, testing, and developer education.
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Recognized globally as a thought leader in the Salesforce ecosystem, Kheterpal will spearhead Copado’s efforts to expand community engagement, localized training, and developer-focused programs across India and the Asia-Pacific region.
Christie Marsh, Chief Marketing Officer at Copado, said, “Gaurav’s appointment represents a pivotal moment in our community-driven growth strategy. His unparalleled experience and passion for developer education make him the ideal leader to advance our reach across India and APAC.”
Driving Community Engagement and AI-Powered DevOps Adoption
In his new role, Gaurav Kheterpal will design and implement programs that empower developers, administrators, and IT leaders to adopt AI-powered DevOps practices.
His initiatives will include localized content creation, training programs, and community events tailored to the needs of Indian and APAC markets, while contributing to Copado’s global knowledge base.
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Kheterpal added, “India is becoming the heartbeat of Copado’s global expansion. I’m excited to strengthen Copado’s bridges with the community in India and across APAC, equipping the next generation of developers with tools and opportunities to thrive in the AI era.”
Jaipur Regional Headquarters and Community Growth Plans
Copado’s Jaipur office, currently with 50+ team members, will scale by 35% to support key functions such as customer support, community, sales, and alliances.
The company’s global DevOps community has surpassed 100,000 members, with India representing 70% of its base. Copado projects 15% growth in its Indian community over the next year, reinforcing India’s central role in its global expansion.
