Vijay Sethi

Vijay Sethi is a distinguished technology leader, digital transformation strategist, and one of India’s most recognized Chief Information Officers (CIOs). With over three decades of experience across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, consulting, and enterprise technology, he has played a pivotal role in driving innovation, digital transformation, and business excellence for leading global organizations.

Vijay Sethi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, a PG Diploma in Industrial Engineering from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering, and an MBA in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the Indian Institute of Materials Management. His multidisciplinary education has enabled him to combine engineering expertise with business strategy and digital innovation.

He has held leadership positions at organizations including Hero MotoCorp, Ranbaxy Laboratories, and Tata Consultancy Services, where he led enterprise-wide initiatives in information technology, business transformation, supply chain digitization, cybersecurity, and innovation.

Widely regarded as one of India’s leading CIOs, he has received numerous national and international accolades, including recognition among the World’s Top 50 CIOs, India’s Greatest Corporate Leaders, India’s 50 Most Talented CSR Leaders, and the World’s Top 100 Most Impactful CSR Leaders. He was also honoured with the Best CSR Head Award at the 7th WAF Awards for his outstanding contribution to corporate social responsibility during his tenure at Hero MotoCorp.

Beyond corporate leadership, he is an active mentor, keynote speaker, advisor, and thought leader. Through mentoring programmes and industry engagements, he has guided entrepreneurs, executives, and management students on leadership, digital transformation, innovation, and achieving sustainable professional growth. His leadership philosophy emphasizes continuous learning, balanced decision-making, and empowering individuals to realize their full potential.