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  • AHEAD Names Sumed Marwaha as Managing Director, India to Drive Growth and Innovation

    Sumed Marwaha

    New Delhi: AHEAD, a provider of enterprise cloud solutions and digital platform engineering, has appointed Sumed Marwaha as Managing Director, India.

    In this capacity, he will lead AHEAD’s expanding operations and strengthen the India Center of Excellence as a global hub for delivery, innovation, and client success.

    Sumed Marwaha to Strengthen AHEAD India’s Leadership Role

    Since entering India in 2023 with its Gurugram hub and expanding with a 26,000 sq. ft. Hyderabad facility in 2024, AHEAD has positioned India as a critical pillar of its global strategy.

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    The India operations deliver managed services, cloud platforms, automation, cybersecurity, data and AI, and ServiceNow solutions to Fortune 500 clients worldwide.

    The appointment of Sumed Marwaha reflects AHEAD’s commitment to scaling leadership and expertise in India. With nearly 30 years of experience in IT services, Marwaha has deep expertise in infrastructure transformation, service delivery, and program governance.

    Prior to joining AHEAD, he served as Managing Director and Regional Vice President at Unisys India, where he managed delivery centers across multiple geographies. He also held senior leadership roles at NTT Data Services and Dell Services, including leading cloud and infrastructure delivery for APAC and Japan.

    Commenting on his appointment, Sumed Marwaha said: “AHEAD is uniquely positioned at the intersection of strategic transformation and technical execution. I am excited to lead a team committed to driving strong business outcomes for clients. My goal is to elevate AHEAD India as a delivery powerhouse and trusted partner for enterprises navigating complex digital journeys.”

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    Keith Odom, EVP of Consulting and Services at AHEAD, added: “Sumed’s proven ability to scale technology services, coupled with his operational expertise and market acumen, makes him an invaluable addition to our leadership team. India remains a strategic growth pillar, and his appointment underlines our long-term investment in talent and capabilities here.”

    AHEAD engineers integrated platforms and digital backbones that support leading global enterprises. With its consultative approach and expertise in technology solutions, the company accelerates digital transformation for its clients worldwide.

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    • 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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