Hero Vired appoints Arjun Assi as the Head of Product
Mumbai,
13 March 2024 – Hero Vired, a leading learntech start-up
from the Hero Group has announced the appointment of Arjun Assi as the Head of
Product. Arjun will be responsible for driving innovation and excellence within
the product and technology team at Hero Vired. His role will involve
spearheading initiatives to enhance accessibility and scalability of Hero
Vired's courses, aligning perfectly with the organization's vision of
upskilling learners with the skills of the future and preparing them for
Industry 4.0.
Arjun is a persevering and
passionate Product Manager with holistic experience spanning varied domains of
product management, technology, and business. With more than a decade of
experience, Arjun brings to the table a demonstrated expertise in leading product
teams and successfully delivering customer delight while achieving high
business objectives. Arjun joins Hero Vired from the Scaler Academy where he
formerly served as the Assistant Vice President, Product. Apart from Scaler
Academy, he has also worked with organizations like Byju’s Exam Prep (formerly
Gradeup), Mu Sigma Inc., Times Internet, and the Indian Express.
Commenting on Arjun's
appointment, Akshay Munjal, Founder and
CEO of Hero Vired stated, "There
is no Edtech without technology. Technology and product expertise are crucial
to ensure innovative, user-centric, and personalized learning experiences.
Arjun’s extensive experience and proven track record in driving impactful
product strategies and deep understanding of technology align perfectly with
our vision of enhancing accessibility and scalability of our products in an
ever-evolving ed-tech space. With Arjun's leadership, I am confident that we
will continue to deliver cutting-edge solutions that will allow us to build a
workforce of the future.”
Arjun is also a firm believer
in first principles thinking and smart working strategies, which have enabled
him to deliver numerous business-critical product offerings that have
significantly boosted company revenues previously. Being an alumnus of the Vellore
Institute of Technology, he comes with a profound technology-heavy background.
He comprehensively understands the intricacies of development with the latest
product architectures, which will enable him to drive innovation and excellence
within Hero Vired's product and technology team.
"Joining
Hero Vired presents a remarkable opportunity to contribute to the visionary
mission of upskilling working professionals with future-ready skills and
preparing them for Industry 4.0. I look forward to leveraging my product
expertise towards strengthening Hero Vired’s product offerings, thereby
enhancing the overall learner experience. Together, we aim to empower learners
across the nation to thrive in the digital age.”, added Arjun Assi, Head of Product
at Hero Vired, on joining the leading learntech
start-up.
Arjun's appointment highlights Hero Vired's commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions and enhancing the learning experience for graduates and working professionals. His appointment marks a strategic move towards further strengthening Hero Vired's position as a leader in the edtech industry.
About Hero Vired:
Hero Vired is India’s
premium learntech start-up, offering career-relevant programs in collaboration
with leading universities worldwide. As a venture of the Hero Group, Hero Vired
is dedicated to equipping learners with the skills and competencies required to
excel in the digital economy. Through its innovative learning solutions, Hero
Vired empowers individuals to pursue their professional aspirations and thrive
in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation.