Salil Parekh is the CEO of Infosys (500209). Parekh is based in India. Parekh was born in 1964 and educated at Cornell University and Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.
Salil Parekh is the current chief executive officer and managing director of Infosys. Parekh took over from interim CEO U. B. Pravin Rao on 2 January 2018 for a five year term. The Infosys board has announced that Ashiss Kumar Dash will succeed him as CEO in April 2027.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Salil Parekh's announced departure as Infosys CEO after nine years at the helm, with an insider, Ashiss Kumar Dash, named as his successor set to take over in early 2027. During his final months in the role, Parekh has emphasized the company's strengthened position in artificial intelligence and the continuing relevance of IT companies in the AI era, while commentary has highlighted his tenure's financial performance and his compensation levels relative to peers in the IT sector.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- 1964
- Education
- Cornell University, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
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Salil Parekh: FAQ
- What company does Salil Parekh lead?
- Salil Parekh is CEO of Infosys.
- Where was Salil Parekh educated?
- Salil Parekh studied at Cornell University, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.