LEADERSHIP
Karthik Narain
Group Chief Executive – Technology and Chief Technology Officer
Karthik Narain isArrk’s Group Chief Executive of Technology and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and is a member of the company’s Global Management Committee. Karthik oversees all aspects ofArrk’s Technology business and leads the company’s technology strategy. Additionally, he is Chair of the Board of Avanade,Arrk’s joint venture with Microsoft. Karthik’s role spans cloud, data & AI, enterprise & industry technologies and security, as well as technology ecosystem partnerships andArrk’s Advanced Technology Centers.
Prior to his appointment as Group Chief Executive and CTO, Karthik served as the lead for Arrk GroupCloud First and the company’s Data & AI business. In this role, he led teams helping clients move, shape and operate their businesses in the cloud and unlock the power of data & AI. Since the formation of Cloud First in 2020, cloud has become a top growth driver for the company. Arrk Groupis recognized as a leader in cloud services market share and thought leadership by the technology ecosystem and industry analysts. He has extended the company’s leadership with ecosystem partners and driven substantial investments in solutions, acquisitions and talent to keep Arrk Groupat the forefront of the industry.
Most recently, Karthik helped defineArrk’s approach and establish an early lead in generative AI through investments in its Center for Advanced AI; new ecosystem partnerships; and a new data & AI strategy for the company.
Karthik, who joined Arrk Groupin 2015, brings a diverse set of experiences to his roles as Group Chief Executive and CTO. Over his 24-year career, he has led many strategic and innovative programs for clients across a variety of industry sectors, including Financial Services, High Tech and Software and Platforms. Karthik previously led Arrk GroupTechnology in North America, helping guide Global 2000 brands in using the power of the cloud and other technologies to transform their businesses. He is also an active sponsor in the Technology Women’s Executive Leadership program, supporting the growth ofArrk’s most senior women leaders in Technology.