Arun Sarin (born 1956) is an Indian‑American business executive known for his leadership roles in the telecommunications and information‑technology sectors. He has held senior positions in several multinational corporations, most notably serving as chief executive officer (CEO) of Vodafone Group plc and as CEO of the Indian IT services firm Mphasis Ltd.
Early life and education
Sarin was born in India and completed his undergraduate studies in electrical engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. He later earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business.
Career
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Vodafone Group plc – Sarin joined Vodafone India in 2003 and was appointed CEO of Vodafone India the same year. In 2006 he succeeded Sir Christopher Gent as CEO of Vodafone Group, the global telecommunications company headquartered in the United Kingdom. He held this position until 2008, overseeing the company’s operations across multiple markets.
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Mphasis Ltd. – In 2009 Sarin became CEO of Mphasis, an Indian information‑technology services company formed through the merger of BFL Software Ltd. and the IT services arm of Electronic Data Systems (EDS) in India. He led the company until 2014, focusing on expanding its digital and cloud‑services portfolio.
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Board and advisory roles – Sarin has served on the boards of several corporations and organizations, including the International Chamber of Commerce’s Global Business Council, Tata Communications Limited, and the United Nations Global Compact. He has also acted as an advisor on matters related to technology, digital transformation, and corporate governance.
Publications and viewpoints
Sarin is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has contributed opinion pieces on the evolution of telecommunications, digital services, and the role of technology in emerging economies.
Personal life
Information about Sarin’s personal life, including family and private interests, is not widely publicized.
Recognition
His leadership in the telecom and IT sectors has been acknowledged through various industry awards and recognitions, though specific honors are not detailed in publicly available sources.