President, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Asia-Pacific, responsible for business operations in Australia and New Zealand, ASEAN, Greater China and Korea. From TCS Headquarters in Singapore, Girsh runs operations in 12 countries overseeing more than 35,000 employees in the region. 1994, joined TCS; has held international positions, including, Head of Europe for 9 years, instrumental in building relationships with brands on the continent and growing the business; 2-years in Middle East, Africa and the Mediterranean region; then Corporate Vice-President, Office of the Chief Executive Officer, Mumbai, rolling out several global strategic initiatives. Member of the Board, Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), a pioneer in global sustainability reporting. Named a Business Champion, New Colombo Plan, an Australia Government initiative on regional cooperation. Chairman, Benelux chapter, Confederation of Indian Industry. Member, CII International Council. Member of the Board, Nyenrode University, Netherlands, and KOOH Sports. Master’s in Management, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies; Bachelor’s in Computer Technology, PSG College of Technology. Recipient, Frans Banninck Cocq Medal, Mayor of Amsterdam. Interests: running, cycling on the boardwalks of the east coast in Singapore.