Shimona Chadha Appointed as Chief Marketing Officer at Persistent

Shimona Chadha

Pune/Santa Clara: Persistent Systems (BSE: 533179, NSE: PERSISTENT), a global leader in Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization, has announced the appointment of Shimona Chadha as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

With over 20 years of marketing leadership experience across B2B, B2C, and B2B2C sectors, Chadha brings a transformative approach to marketing strategy and brand impact.

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In her new role, Shimona Chadha will lead Persistent’s global marketing function with a focus on strengthening brand equity, enabling go-to-market effectiveness, and driving business growth through data-informed, integrated campaigns.

Shimona Chadha: Strong Advocate of Inclusive Leadership

She joins from HCLTech, where she served as Vice President and Head of North America Vertical Marketing. There, she played a pivotal role in building a Generative AI-powered marketing engine, enhancing brand visibility and pipeline efficiency in strategic markets.

Chadha has previously held leadership positions at Vodafone Idea and Abbott, and her work has been recognized through several accolades including Forrester’s Program of the Year 2025 and the Stevie Award for Women in Business.

A strong advocate of inclusive leadership, she has also served in mentorship roles and global talent development programs, including IAOP.

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Commenting on the appointment, Sandeep Kalra, CEO and Executive Director at Persistent, said, “We are excited to welcome Shimona to Persistent. Her deep expertise in data-driven marketing and brand building will be instrumental in amplifying our AI-led, platform-driven services narrative globally. As our client relationships deepen, Shimona’s leadership will help elevate Persistent’s positioning and market impact.”

Shimona Chadha added, “Persistent’s forward-looking vision and strong growth momentum make this an exciting time to join. I look forward to shaping the brand’s global presence and delivering measurable marketing outcomes that align with business priorities.”

Chadha will be part of Persistent’s executive leadership team and will operate out of New Jersey, USA.

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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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