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Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu Steps Down to Focus on R&D, Shailesh Kumar Davey Named New CEO

Zoho Corporation announced a major leadership transition as CEO Sridhar Vembu steps down to concentrate on research and development initiatives as the company’s Chief Scientist. Co-founder Shailesh Kumar Davey will assume the role of group CEO.

In a statement on micro-blogging platform X (formerly Twitter), Vembu explained his decision, citing the need to address the challenges and opportunities posed by advancements in artificial intelligence and other factors. “It has been decided that I should focus full-time on R&D initiatives, along with pursuing my personal rural development mission,” he wrote, adding that the future of Zoho depends heavily on navigating R&D challenges.

While Vembu began his note with, “A new chapter begins today,” he did not specify the exact timeline for the transition. He expressed enthusiasm for returning to hands-on technical work in his new role.

Zoho also revealed updates to its leadership structure. Co-founder Tony Thomas will head Zoho US, Rajesh Ganesan will lead the ManageEngine division, and Mani Vembu will oversee the Zoho.com division.

Founded in 1996 as AdventNet, Inc., Zoho Corporation is headquartered in Chennai and is renowned for its innovative software solutions.

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