Mastech Digital Appoints Nirav Patel as CEO and President

Mastech Digital, a Pittsburgh-based leader in digital transformation and IT services, has announced the appointment of Nirav Patel as its new President and CEO, effective January 6, 2025. Patel, a seasoned Indian-American executive with a strong background in technology services and leadership, will succeed Vivek Gupta, who served the company for nearly a decade.

Patel brings over two decades of experience in the technology sector, having most recently served as the President and CEO of Bristlecone, a Mahindra Group company. During his tenure, Patel successfully transformed Bristlecone into the largest pure-play supply chain services provider globally, increasing its workforce to over 3,000 employees. His expertise in data and AI-driven solutions has been pivotal in driving innovation, and he plans to bring this expertise to Mastech Digital as well.

In his new role, Patel aims to further Mastech Digital’s growth trajectory by focusing on expanding its AI and data-led technology services. He expressed excitement about the company’s strong foundation, stating, “I am deeply honored to join Mastech. The company has built a strong foundation with its talented employees, loyal customers, and trusted partners. I look forward to collaborating with the team to transform the company into a full-scale, AI-led technology services leader.”

The leadership at Mastech Digital has praised Patel’s vision and track record in technology services. Co-chairmen Sunil Wadhwani and Ashok Trivedi noted Patel’s impressive background and ability to scale businesses through data and AI. They expressed confidence that his leadership would help Mastech Digital achieve its strategic goals of innovation, expansion, and customer success.

Patel’s impressive credentials include a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Madras and an advanced management program from Harvard Business School. His deep understanding of the industry and proven leadership skills are expected to significantly contribute to the future growth and success of Mastech Digital.

This leadership change at Mastech Digital reflects the company’s commitment to maintaining its competitive edge in the fast-evolving IT services and digital transformation market. With Patel at the helm, Mastech Digital is poised to enhance its capabilities in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to clients across industries.