Astrikos.Ai Strengthens Leadership Team with Strategic CXO-Level Hires to Accelerate Global Growth

-         Four senior leaders have been appointed to head key functions and drive the organization’s next phase of development

Bengaluru, 08th May 2025: Astrikos.Ai, a leader in AI-driven infrastructure intelligence, has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of four new CXO-level executives.  This strategic development marks a crucial step in the organization’s journey as it enters its next growth phase.  Nani Iswara has been appointed as Astrikos.Ai’s new Head of Operations for North America.  Tapabrata Mitra has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Engineering, Cdr Nikhil Hegde has been appointed as the organization’s Senior Vice President, Defense Business and Ali Sadhik Shaik is Astrikos.Ai’s new Senior Vice President, Product Management and Market Strategy.

Based in Dallas, TX, Nani brings over three decades of transformative experience in telecom, wireless, IT, operations, product development, and digital strategy. He has driven success at industry giants like Motorola, Panasonic, AT&T, Lucent, Nokia, CompuCom, TCS, Persistent, and New York Life. As Head of Operations for North America at Astrikos.Ai, Nani will be instrumental in revolutionizing the organization’s operations strategy. His impressive track record includes optimizing workflows to boost efficiency, spearheading cross-functional collaboration, and securing pivotal partner contracts that have dramatically enhanced performance and unlocked new investment opportunities. Under Nani’s visionary leadership, Astrikos.Ai is poised for sustainable growth and an accelerated market presence, consistently delivering unparalleled service and efficiency to its customers.

In a career spanning over two decades, Tapabrata has a remarkable track record of driving innovation, leading high-performing teams, and building enterprise-grade solutions.  He brings a perfect blend of technical depth and strategic leadership to his role at Astrikos.Ai in Bangalore.

He has deep expertise in cybersecurity, including DLP, CSPM, CWP, CNAP, Identity Management, and Zero Trust, as well as advanced networking (OSPF, BGP, MPLS). He has led the development of award-winning enterprise products, turning vision into market-ready solutions. Known for hands-on leadership and agile execution, he builds high-impact teams. His recent work in AI/ML-driven industrial automation, especially in Predictive Maintenance and Digital Twins, aligns seamlessly with Astrikos.Ai ' innovation roadmap.  Tapabrata has held senior leadership positions at CBNITS, Swift Security, Capgemini, and Quick Heal, among others.

A former Indian Navy Officer, Cdr Nikhil Hegde brings over 20 years of leadership experience in operations, project management, defense procurement, international collaboration, and executive roles. Known for his critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving approach, he has successfully led large teams and built strategic partnerships across borders.

Ali is a seasoned product leader with 20 years of experience in software product management, strategy, and development across FinTech, EdTech, RetailTech, EventTech, and Digital Media. He has built leading SaaS products, platforms, and marketplaces, with a strong focus on market intelligence, design thinking, road mapping, agile execution, and growth strategies. Passionate about emerging technologies- Web3, Metaverse, AI, XR, and Blockchain, he thrives on simplifying complexity, turning ideas into action, and building high-performing teams. A startup operator and venture builder, he has partnered with early-stage ventures on product, growth, user experience, and fundraising, with a keen interest in asset-light business models.  Ali is also an entrepreneur, having founded Web3Wire and GoBangalore. He has held leadership roles in product management at Rubick.ai, Wiztales, LetsVenture, Actiance, and other tech-driven organizations.

These leadership changes are part of the organization's expansion strategy. Commenting on the latest appointments, Chinmay Hegde, CEO and Managing Director of Astrikos.Ai, said, “We are thrilled to welcome the new leaders to the Astrikos.Ai family. As we expand our global presence and deepen our impact in the urban infrastructure space, these seasoned leaders will bring their rich experience, deep insights, and the global, strategic vision required to drive Astrikos.Ai into its next phase of innovation and growth.”

Astrikos.Ai, a pioneer in AI/ML-powered infrastructure analytics, is transforming the critical sectors, from Digital Cities and Smart Utilities to NextGen Data Centers and Healthcare Infrastructure, across global markets, enabling more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable urban ecosystems.  With successful deployments across India, MENA, and ASEAN, including smart cities, top-tier data centers, and major infrastructure companies, the organization continues to deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable outcomes for governments and enterprises

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