
Ganesh Ayyar is a visionary business leader known for building the fastest-growing BPO business, with a leadership edge among digital disruptor companies. At Cognizant, he leads AI-powered, human-centric business transformation for business processes and industry solutions for clients across sectors.
A former CEO of Mphasis and a Hewlett-Packard veteran, Ganesh brings sharp insights into global economic shifts, industry evolution, and the future of work. He champions strategic innovation and believes investing in people is key to thriving in a rapidly evolving, tech-driven world.
A recipient of multiple prestigious awards—including CEO Connection’s Mid-Market CEO of the Year, CNBC Asia Viewers' Choice Award, and NDTV’s Business Leadership Award for D&I—Ganesh is also a vocal champion of diversity, disability inclusion, and social impact beyond the boardroom.
Audiences value Ganesh for his authenticity, forward-looking perspectives, and ability to connect global trends with human-centric leadership.