Impelsys announces leadership expansion; Says, will mark new era of growth for company
New York City: Impelsys, a leading global provider of technology and innovation to customers, has announced the appointments of Anand Ramachandran as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Barry Bealer as Vice President for Publishing, Information, and Education.
This comes on the back of the strategic appointments of Sripad KB, Venkat Srini, and Vincent Emerald as practice heads for Cloud, Data & Analytics, and Software Testing Services. The expansion signifies a commitment to deliver unparalleled value to its customers and help them forge ahead in their digital transformation journeys. These appointments are also part of a strategic shift to deepen offerings in the Healthcare, Publishing, Information, and Education industries.
The arrival of Anand, Barry, and other practice heads mark a significant milestone in our journey of continuous innovation and growth,” said Sameer Shariff, CEO of Impelsys. “Their expertise and leadership will play a crucial role in further establishing Impelsys as a trusted partner to its customers around the globe. Both Anand and Barry bring a wealth of industry experience and will expand Impelsys capabilities to deliver optimal solutions to its customers; their background in business development will drive Impelsys in its next phase of growth.
Expressing his delight at being a part of the growth story at Impelsys, Anand Ramachandran said, “We are entering a truly exciting phase of convergence where our tech-capabilities, cutting-edge innovation, and our expertise in setting up evolving business models like Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are driving business value to our customers. I also believe that a substantial portion of our business will move towards these modern business models.”
Sharing his excitement, Barry Bealer said, “I’m thrilled to join Impelsys. I’m certain that our mix of people, technology, and processes is a winning combination to drive growth and value. My focus is firmly towards how we can make a difference to customers in Publishing, Information, and Education with our next-gen technology solutions in Cloud, Generative AI, Data Analytics, and AI/ML solutions.”
With this strategic expansion, Impelsys aims to solidify its presence, particularly in Healthcare, Publishing, Information Services, and Education. The company anticipates more growth in the future and actively seeks to broaden its presence across key global markets and verticals.
About Impelsys:
Impelsys is a global provider of technology and innovation that helps organizations transform into digital-first, data-driven intelligent enterprises. Headquartered in New York, NY, with an innovation center in Porto, Portugal, and engineering centers of excellence in Bangalore and Mangalore, India, Impelsys continues to support an ever-growing global client base. With over two decades of expertise in innovation and technology, Impelsys is a trusted partner for organizations seeking end- to-end digital advancement.
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Ballari violence: Were cops made scapegoats to cover political failure?
Bengaluru: Across Karnataka, a serious discussion has begun after the violence in Ballari and the swift action taken against police officers who were on the ground that day. The core question being asked is simple: when law and order fails, why are police officers the first to be shown the door, while political responsibility is quietly pushed aside?
The January 1 clash in Ballari was not a sudden street fight. It was a political confrontation involving supporters of two sitting MLAs. A banner related to the unveiling of a Valmiki statue became the flashpoint. What followed was stone-pelting, firing, and the death of a Congress worker. The situation spiralled within hours.
Within a day, Ballari SP Pavan Nejjur was suspended. Soon after, senior officers were reshuffled. Deputy Inspector General of Police Vartika Katiyar was transferred. No official reason was cited in the notification. But the timing made one thing clear: accountability, at least on paper, had been fixed.
Since then, there has been unease within police circles and political debate outside it.
Unconfirmed reports that Nejjur attempted suicide after his suspension were firmly denied by senior officers and the home minister. They said he was safe, resting, and under stress. Still, the very fact that such reports gained traction says something about the pressure officers feel when action is taken overnight, without public clarity.
Opposition leaders have called Nejjur a scapegoat, pointing out that he had taken charge only hours before the violence. They have asked how an officer can be blamed for a political clash he barely had time to assess. They have also drawn parallels with earlier incidents where police leadership was suspended after tragedies, while political decision-making remained untouched.
However, responding to this criticism, Home Minister G Parameshwara rejected the argument that the suspension was unfair because Nejjur had assumed charge only hours earlier. “It is not important whether he reported to duty on the same day (of incident) or one hour back. Duty is duty. He is not new to the department. IPS officers are trained to handle such situations any time. If he had acted swiftly and promptly, he could have prevented the situation from escalating.” He had said adding that Nejjur did not discharge his duties properly and that this was the reason for his suspension.
Now, fresh and unconfirmed reports suggest that Vartika Katiyar may have met a senior cabinet minister, questioning why she was made to pay the price for a situation that was political in nature. There is no official confirmation of this meeting. But the talk itself has added fuel to the debate.
What is being discussed in the state is not whether the police made mistakes. Many acknowledge that the situation on January 1 was mishandled. A clash earlier in the day was allowed to cool down without strong preventive action. Later, a banner came up near a politically sensitive location. The crowd should not have been allowed to build up. Better anticipation was needed.
At the same time, critics are asking whether the entire burden can be placed on officers when the trigger itself was political rivalry. Who installed the banner? Who mobilised supporters? Who had armed private gunmen present at the spot? These are questions that are still part of the investigation, yet administrative punishment moved faster than political accountability.
This has led to a wider comparison with past incidents, including the Bengaluru stampede after the RCB victory celebrations. There too, police officers were suspended after lives were lost, while decisions taken at higher levels were defended as unavoidable. Many are now saying Ballari fits into the same pattern.
The argument being made is not that the police are blameless. The argument is that responsibility appears to stop at the uniform. When things go wrong, officers are transferred or suspended to send a message. But when the violence is rooted in political rivalry, that message feels incomplete.
Within police ranks, there is also quiet concern about working conditions. Officers say they are expected to manage volatile political situations overnight, often with little room to push back against powerful interests. When things hold, they are invisible. When they collapse, they stand alone.
The Ballari episode has once again exposed this fault line.
For the government, the challenge is larger than one suspension or transfer. The real test is whether it is willing to publicly acknowledge political failures when law and order breaks down, instead of letting the system suggest that the police alone dropped the ball.
For now, what remains is a growing feeling across Karnataka that accountability is selective. And that whenever politics turns violent, the easiest answer is to change the officers, not the decisions that led to the violence in the first place.
