Wipro Ventures proudly celebrated its 10-year anniversary! The event brought together founders and senior management from our portfolio companies, co-investors, and Wipro’s leadership. Our Chairman, Mr. Rishad Premji, shared his thoughts on ‘success metrics', 10-year journey, and his vision for the next decade for Wipro Ventures. A key highlight was the panel discussion on “Evolving Landscape of Enterprise Software Startups – Growth, Innovation and Hurdles” featuring Sarit Firon Managing Partner, Team8, Hemant Mohapatra, Partner, Lightspeed India, and Venu Pemmaraju, Managing Partner, Wipro Ventures. The event also highlighted Wipro Ventures’ half billion dollars in total assets under management.
Equity goes beyond just policy here at Wipro. It is integral in enabling equal opportunities and supporting women's technological ambitions. Susan Poer, Microsoft Market Director - Retail and Communications at Wipro, talks about how it contributes to a culture of openness and inclusivity for women at every level of the organization. The Women of Wipro drives equitable transformation that positively impacts communities.
We are thrilled to announce that Wipro Ventures has received an additional allocation of $200 million to invest in early - to mid-stage startups. This brings our total assets under management to half a billion dollars since our inception 10-years ago in 2015. The announcement marks Wipro Ventures’ 10th anniversary of strategic investments and fostering innovation.
At Wipro, we are driven by the belief that businesses must demonstrate a deep commitment to the planet and communities by engaging meaningfully with the issues that they face. Our dedication to sustainability has brought us multiple recognitions, with ESG leaders like Radhica Kanniganti spearheading our corporate strategy. Radhica shares how opportunities to work with different functions, and with the right guidance, support, and trust from the leadership have empowered her and fuelled her success. The #WomenOfWipro are instrumental in creating a positive environmental and social impact.
We are thrilled to announce that Wipro has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of North Texas (UNT). Sanjeev Jain, our Chief Operating Officer, and Nagendra P Bandaru, our Global Business Line Head for Enterprise Futuring, signed the MOU on behalf of Wipro. Michael Rondelli, Associate VP of Innovation and Commercialization, and Dr Kinshuk, the Dean of the UNT College of Information, signed on behalf of UNT. This milestone signifies the beginning of a strategic partnership between Wipro and UNT. Our collaboration aims to invest in the future success of the next generation of industry leaders by creating specialized training and research programs for students, as well as upskilling opportunities for Wipro employees. This partnership sets the stage for enhanced industry readiness, fostering a future of increased innovation and realized ambitions.
On International Day of Women And Girls In Science, we proudly celebrated the contributions of women who are redefining possibilities in STEM. Women make up 36.6% of Wipro's workforce. Through our Women of Wipro (WoW) initiatives and programs like HerCode and Begin Again, we’re fostering an environment where women in STEM can excel and lead confidently. Over the last three years, we’ve seen a 2.5x increase in women leaders at Wipro. We’re breaking barriers to build a workplace where everyone can contribute to a more innovative and equitable world.
Sara Derani, Director, Customer Success, shares how Wipro’s structured professional and leadership development programs have contributed to her success – empowering her to build an entrepreneurial mindset, earn client recognition, and plan for ongoing professional advancement. The #WomenOfWipro inspire us every day as they shape the future of the industry.
We are thrilled to announce that Wipro Switzerland has been recognized as the #1 Top Employer in Switzerland by the Top Employers Institute in 2025. With the highest total score which surpassed the industry benchmark, this certification reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering an exceptional work environment and prioritizing the well-being and professional development of our employees. Join us in celebrating this prestigious accolade and our ongoing dedication to workplace excellence!
Nidhi Sharma, General Manager and Sector Delivery Head, Cloud Infrastructure Services, shares how Wipro’s culture of mentorship and mutual support has strengthened her journey. She feels a strong sense of belonging and takes pride in representing Wipro to clients. The Women of Wipro are trailblazers, shaping the future with resilience and leadership.
Wipro Switzerland has been certified as Great Place To Work®. This prestigious recognition is based entirely on what our local employees say about their experiences working at Wipro Switzerland. We are so proud of this recognition, and grateful for the phenomenal people we have the privilege of working with every day.