Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, today announced the appointment of Christopher Smith as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand (A/NZ).
Christopher has extensive expertise in IT and telecommunications across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Telstra Purple, the biggest Australian owned technology services firm, was the Group Owner of Telstra Purple before he departed.
Anis Chenchah, member of the Wipro Executive Board and Chief Executive Officer, APMEA (Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa), Wipro Limited says Chris has joined us during an exciting phase of transformation in the APMEA growth journey.
“He will focus on Wipro’s ambition to help our clients, people, and communities in A/NZ realize their boldest ambitions in an inclusive and purpose-driven way.”
“I’m confident his global experience, deep local market knowledge, impressive track record in hyper growth, and client relationships will position Wipro strongly.” says Chenchah
Smith says the combination of Wipro’s purpose, based on deep social impact and strategy to be a global leader in technology with local capabilities, is the perfect foundation to build and grow our business locally.
“Bringing world-class capabilities to clients in our region is what excites me, and it is a privilege to lead Wipro in Australia and New Zealand.” says Smith
Christopher holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and an Executive MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM).
For more than 20 years, Wipro has provided long-term value to our clients, partners, employees, and communities where we operate in Australia.
With over 250,000 employees and business partners across 66 countries Wipro delivers on the promise of helping it’s customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing technological world
Wipro recently gained recognition from the Top Employers Institute as one of Australia’s best employers in 2022, once again.
