Virima Welcomes Back Salil Kulkarni as New Executive Leader

Salil Kulkarni Returns to Virima as Chief Strategy and Information Officer

Virima, a leading enterprise technology solutions provider, has announced the return of Salil Kulkarni to its executive leadership team as the Chief Strategy and Information Officer (CSIO), effective October 16, 2025. His return marks a significant step in the company's ongoing evolution and growth strategy.

Kulkarni, who previously held the roles of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer at Virima, brings over 30 years of varied experience in IT and management consulting. His extensive background includes leadership roles in global enterprises and high-growth organizations, where he was instrumental in driving large-scale digital transformation, enhancing cybersecurity measures, and overseeing operations.

Before rejoining Virima, Kulkarni served as a Principal at The Hackett Group, focusing on business and technology strategy, AI/ML integration, and large-scale transformational changes for clients. His experience also encompasses leading significant AI product innovations at Stride and founding his consulting firm, Vichaar LLC, which further solidifies his capabilities in steering organizations towards technological prowess and growth.

Rajan Palaniswamy, Founder and CEO of Virima, expressed enthusiasm about Kulkarni's return, highlighting his critical role in shaping the company during its formative years. Palaniswamy noted, "Salil's comprehensive operational expertise combined with his leadership in technology and strategy positions him uniquely to drive our growth as we align our initiatives with the tech and data frameworks that support our product offerings and customer satisfaction."

In his renewed role, Kulkarni will oversee corporate strategy and steer business growth while managing Virima's information technology and data governance efforts. His responsibilities include leading strategic planning initiatives, identifying growth and partnership opportunities, and guiding digital transformation programs to enhance Virima's operational capabilities. Additionally, he will oversee internal IT systems and maintain data governance, serving as an executive advisor and ambassador for customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Reflecting on his return to Virima, Kulkarni shared, "It’s invigorating to see the company’s growth in capabilities and market influence since my last tenure. I am eager to collaborate across product development, engineering, sales, and operations to ensure that our strategic and technological investments deliver substantial value to customers, positioning Virima for sustained market leadership."

About Virima

Virima empowers enterprises to discover, map, and manage complex IT and hybrid environments using its innovative automated discovery, visual dependency mapping, and CMDB automation solutions. The firm’s SaaS platform is strategically designed to minimize downtime, streamline IT operations, and enhance visibility into risk and compliance matters. To explore more about their offerings, visit virima.com.