New York, USA / London, UK, June 2025 — Roop Singh has been named the new Chief Executive Officer of Version 1, marking a significant leadership transition at the global technology and consulting firm. The appointment is effective immediately and follows his six-month tenure as Chief Commercial Officer, where he played a vital role in strengthening the company’s commercial agenda and deepening strategic client engagements across global markets.
Singh brings to the role over 30 years of global experience in leading technology, consulting, and financial services enterprises. Prior to joining Version 1, he served as CEO – Americas and Executive Board Member at Birlasoft, where he led large-scale digital and enterprise transformation programs. His previous leadership roles at IBM, Wipro, Capco, and Prudential Financial further highlight a career focused on aligning business strategy with innovation, delivering profitable growth, and leading global teams through complex transformations.
In his new role as CEO, Roop will focus on driving AI-powered digital transformation, customer-first innovation, and expanding Version 1’s global presence. He will lead the company into its next phase of evolution, steering strategic investments in emerging technologies while strengthening operational agility and customer outcomes. His leadership is expected to further elevate Version 1’s positioning as a trusted partner for technology-led business change.
The leadership transition also sees Brian Humphries returning to his previous role as Chairman of the Board, ensuring governance continuity and strategic alignment. The company’s balanced leadership model will continue to support its mission to solve real-world problems through cutting-edge technology and a people-first culture.
Version 1 is a leader in AI and digital transformation, partnering with global organizations to deliver responsible innovation through end-to-end digital solutions. With a growing workforce of 3,200+ professionals across four continents, Version 1 operates at the intersection of customer success, employee empowerment, and organizational excellence. Its core mission is to drive tangible business outcomes by combining deep technology expertise with an unwavering focus on sustainable value.
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