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Hexaware builds a solid partnership with Rahul Dravid as cultural ambassador
MUMBAI: Hexaware Technologies has bowled a winning move by bringing cricketing legend Rahul Dravid on board as its cultural ambassador. Known as The Wall for his unshakable presence on the field, Dravid’s leadership, perseverance, and quiet strength mirror Hexaware’s core values, making him the perfect fit to inspire and engage employees.
“We are excited to welcome Rahul Dravid to the Hexaware family,” said Hexaware CEO R Srikrishna. “Rahul’s talent, humility, discipline, and ability to thrive under pressure reflect the qualities we believe in as an organization. This partnership is a celebration of teamwork, resilience, and shared growth.”
Hexaware COO Vinod Chandran added, “Rahul Dravid is an inspiration not just for his illustrious achievements on the field but also for his ability to lead with trust and determination. His involvement will energize our teams and remind us of the power of collaboration and tenacity.”
Dravid’s role as cultural ambassador will see him interacting with Hexaware employees worldwide, offering insights into leadership, collaboration, and performing under pressure. Through a series of engaging sessions, he will share his experiences, motivating teams to push boundaries, build stronger connections, and embrace challenges head-on.
“I am delighted to partner with Hexaware, a company that values its people and their growth,” said Rahul Dravid. “I look forward to engaging with Hexaware’s talented teams and sharing experiences that inspire individuals to aim higher and achieve together.”
With this partnership, Hexaware strengthens its commitment to fostering an empowering and growth-oriented work environment. By aligning with a sporting icon renowned for his discipline, adaptability, and resilience, the company reinforces its belief in teamwork, leadership, and a people-first culture, proving that whether on the cricket pitch or in the corporate world, success is built on a solid foundation.
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FSS names Anand Krishnamurthi head of global digital delivery
Tech veteran to drive AI-first, cloud-led transformation in payments globally
CHENNAI: Financial Software and Systems (FSS), an AI-first payment infrastructure company, has appointed Anand Krishnamurthi as head of global digital delivery.
In his new role, Anand Krishnamurthi will lead FSS’s global digital delivery capabilities, focusing on AI-first and cloud-led transformation while ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes for customers worldwide. He will be based in Chennai and report to V. Balasubramanian, CEO of FSS.
Bringing 28 years of experience in technology and digital transformation across banking, capital markets, financial services, and insurance, Anand has held senior leadership positions at Cognizant and NuSummit. He is recognised for scaling multi-geography delivery teams, leading mission-critical platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation in complex, regulated environments.
“What drew me to FSS is its deep payments expertise, strong product DNA, and the scale at which its platforms power real-world financial ecosystems,” said Anand Krishnamurthi. “I aim to strengthen delivery predictability, execution rigor, and engineering quality, building empowered teams that deliver measurable customer outcomes. FSS has a unique opportunity to create real-time, AI-infused payments infrastructure that is resilient, secure, and globally scalable.”
V. Balasubramanian added, “Anand’s track record in leading multi-geography delivery programs and AI-first operating models makes him the ideal leader for FSS as we accelerate our AI-driven digital payments business. His leadership will help us raise the bar for outcomes globally.”
This appointment is part of FSS’s broader push to build an AI-powered, cloud-native delivery organisation capable of meeting the evolving needs of banks, fintechs, and financial institutions worldwide.
