Bengaluru: Happiest Minds Technologies Limited (NSE: HAPPSTMNDS), a “Born Digital. Born Agile” Mindful IT company, has appointed Anand Balakrishnan as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
In this capacity, Anand will report to Venkatraman Narayanan, Managing Director and CEO, and will lead the company’s global financial strategy and planning efforts.
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With more than two decades of experience across finance, accounting, and corporate strategy, Anand Balakrishnan brings a wealth of knowledge from his leadership roles at top-tier companies such as Marsh McLennan (formerly JLT), GE Healthcare, and Mindteck, a publicly listed IT services firm.
“We are thrilled to welcome Anand to Happiest Minds,” said Venkatraman Narayanan. “His proven track record in financial stewardship and his ability to guide organizations toward sustainable growth align perfectly with our vision of delivering long-term value to all stakeholders.”
Prior to joining Happiest Minds, Anand spent six years at Mindteck, where he played a key role in improving financial discipline, enhancing operational efficiency, and turning around the company’s profitability. His leadership helped stabilize the business and position it for long-term success.
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About Anand Balakrishnan
Anand holds a Commerce degree from Bangalore University and is a member of several professional accounting bodies including the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, and is a Certified Public Accountant (AICPA, USA).
His appointment marks a strategic move by Happiest Minds to further strengthen its financial governance and accelerate growth in global markets.
