ZETWERK, world’s largest contract manufacturing marketplace, today announced the appointment of Vinod Kumar Dasari to its board of directors. Mr. Dasari brings nearly four decades of experience in leading and scaling manufacturing businesses across diverse sectors, including automotive and engineering.Mr. Dasari joins ZETWERK’s board at a pivotal time in the company's growth trajectory as it makes strategic inroads into key sectors like Consumer Electronics, Aerospace, Renewables and Industrials. With a proven track record of success, he will provide invaluable guidance and strategic insights to ZETWERK's leadership team. He joined the ZETWERK board w.e.f 1 July, 2024.
Commenting on the appointment, Amrit Acharya, Co-founder & CEO of ZETWERK, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Vinod Dasari to ZETWERK's board of directors. His deep understanding of manufacturing complexities, coupled with his proven leadership skills, will be instrumental in guiding ZETWERK's continued growth and success. We are confident that Mr. Dasari’s insights will be invaluable as we further deepen our capabilities in the contract manufacturing landscape.”
Vinod Kumar Dasari, newly appointed board member at ZETWERK, added, “I am excited to join ZETWERK's board and be part of a company that is at the forefront of innovation in the manufacturing sector. ZETWERK's unique platform and commitment to technological advancements are truly impressive. I look forward to working alongside the talented ZETWERK team to contribute to the company's ambitious vision.”
Dasari is currently serving as an Operating Partner at private equity firm Advent International. He has also served as the Chief Executive Officer of Royal Enfield from 2019 to 2021, where he spearheaded the iconic motorcycle brand's global expansion and product innovation. Prior to Royal Enfield, Mr. Dasari held various leadership positions at Ashok Leyland, including Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. During his tenure, he played a key role in transforming Ashok Leyland into an efficient and leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
Dasari's extensive experience also includes leadership roles at Cummins India and The Timken Company, where he honed his expertise in manufacturing operations, strategy, and business development.
Vinod Kumar Dasari strengthens ZETWERK's board of directors, joining a team that includes industry veterans like Sanjiv Rangrass (Former Divisional CEO, ITC Agri Business), investors like Prayank Swaroop (Partner, Accel) and Shailesh Lakhani (Managing Director, Peak XV Partners), Vaibhav Agarwal (Lightspeed) and ZETWERK's co-founders Srinath Ramakkrushnan and Amrit Acharya.
His extensive experience and proven leadership will be a valuable asset as ZETWERK continues to disrupt the contract manufacturing industry.