Kris Gopalakrishnan: A Pioneer of India's IT Revolution Senapathy “Kris” Gopalakrishnan, a prominent figure in India’s IT sector, co-founded Infosys, serving as CEO and Managing Director (2007-2011) and Vice Chairman (2011-2014). His leadership significantly contributed to Infosys’s global success. Beyond Infosys, Gopalakrishnan’s impact extends to various sectors. He chairs Axilor Ventures, a startup accelerator, fostering entrepreneurship. His contributions include chairing the Council of the Indian Institute of Science and the Vision Group on Information Technology for the Karnataka government, highlighting his commitment to technological advancement and education. He also holds key positions at several prestigious institutions, including the RBI Innovation Hub and the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology. Gopalakrishnan's philanthropic endeavours are channeled through Pratiksha Trust, while his investments are managed through Pratithi. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, he remains actively involved in promoting research in brain sciences and age-related disorders. His co-authorship of "Against All Odds - The IT Story of India" further solidifies his role in documenting the nation’s IT journey. Currently ranked 73rd on Forbes’ list of India’s richest, with a net worth of $4.35 billion (October 9, 2024), Gopalakrishnan's legacy is deeply intertwined with the growth of India's technology landscape and its future.