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Experian appoints Manish Jain as country managing director, India
Mumbai: Experian, a global information services company specialising in decisioning, data analytics, and technology has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Manish Jain as its new country managing director for experian in India. With a proven track record in driving business growth, fostering innovation, and leveraging technology, Manish brings a wealth of experience to lead Experian’s operations in the dynamic and evolving Indian market.
Manish Jain, a seasoned professional with an illustrious career spanning over two and half decades in financial services and technology, seamlessly aligns with Experian’s commitment to empower businesses and consumers with data-driven insights. Prior to joining Experian, Manish led transformative initiatives in global organisations, ensuring sustainable business expansion. With an exceptional ability to navigate complex markets and a keen understanding of industry trends, Manish is poised to drive Experian’s continued growth in India.
As the former co-founder and CEO of Excelrate, Manish advised organisations on their growth strategies and implemented large-scale plans in the banking industry for the faster realisation of their revenue goals. Before Excelrate, he held leadership roles in the credit bureau industry for over 12 years, driving growth and earning recognition as a thought leader in the industry.
Commenting on Manish’s appointment, Experian CEO, APAC, and EMEA Malin Holmberg said, “We are thrilled to welcome Manish Jain to augment Experian’s operations in India. We are confident that under his guidance, Experian will enhance its ability to provide market-leading solutions to our clients. His passion for leveraging technology to address business challenges aligns perfectly with Experian’s mission to harness the power of data to drive positive outcomes and transform lives.”
“I am excited to join Experian and honoured with the prospects of partnering with the industry in shaping India’s credit eco-system, enabling individuals, businesses, and country’s aspirations. I look forward to leading the talented team at Experian to drive meaningful impact for our clients and the community at large,” said Manish Jain on his appointment.
As the country managing director, Manish will lead Experian’s strategic initiatives, drive business growth, and cultivate strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders. His role will be instrumental in shaping Experian’s future in India, playing a crucial role in facilitating financial inclusion and empowering businesses and individuals.
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Magellanic Cloud names Syed Ameeruddin CEO of e-surveillance arm
Keeping a sharper eye on the future, Magellanic Cloud is putting a seasoned watcher in charge.
MUMBAI – Magellanic Cloud Ltd. has elevated Syed Ameeruddin as Chief Executive Officer of its e-surveillance business, bringing its iVIS and Provigil operations under a unified leadership to accelerate growth in intelligent monitoring and infrastructure solutions.
Ameeruddin, a nearly two-decade veteran of the company, steps into the role after leading the e-surveillance vertical. His career trajectory—from Business Development Manager to the top of the vertical—reflects a steady climb built on operational depth, client engagement, and strategic execution across multiple subsidiaries.
Over the years, he has played a central role in expanding the company’s footprint, strengthening client relationships, and streamlining operations. He has also been instrumental in integrating acquisitions, helping align new businesses with Magellanic Cloud’s long-term strategy while stabilising performance across diverse domains.
More recently, Ameeruddin has contributed to securing key mandates spanning railways, the National Highways Authority of India, and the BFSI sector—wins that have bolstered the company’s order book and deepened its presence in critical infrastructure.
Commenting on the move, Joseph Sudheer Thumma said Ameeruddin’s leadership has been “pivotal in shaping the e-surveillance business,” citing his ability to drive growth, build teams, and deliver strategic wins as key to the company’s journey. His elevation, Thumma added, is expected to further accelerate expansion in AI-driven surveillance and infrastructure solutions.
The transition comes as demand surges for AI-enabled monitoring, centralised command systems, and large-scale deployments across mission-critical environments. Magellanic Cloud’s e-surveillance segment—anchored by iVIS and Provigil—has emerged as a significant growth engine, delivering projects across banking, transport, highways, and public infrastructure.
In his new role, Ameeruddin will focus on scaling platform capabilities, expanding deployments in complex environments, and developing integrated solutions that enhance real-time intelligence and operational resilience. He will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer of the company alongside his new responsibilities.
With this leadership shift, Magellanic Cloud is doubling down on its ambition to stay ahead in India’s rapidly evolving surveillance ecosystem—where seeing, increasingly, is not just believing, but predicting.
