Mumbai, 5th August 2025 — Ascendion, a rapidly growing force in AI-powered software engineering, has announced the appointment of Debashis Chatterjee (DC) to its Board of Directors. This strategic move reinforces Ascendion’s commitment to redefining the future of software engineering through AI innovation.
With over three decades of leadership in global technology services, Chatterjee brings deep expertise in orchestrating digital transformation, driving operational excellence, and scaling enterprise-level initiatives. His previous roles include CEO and Managing Director at Mindtree, where he led the successful strategic merger with LTI to form LTIMindtree, now India’s sixth-largest IT services company.
A Strategic Addition for an AI-First Era
Commenting on the appointment, Hiten Patel, Chairman of Ascendion’s Board, said:
“AI is redefining how software is built, and DC’s leadership will help Ascendion stay ahead of this transformation. He has a unique ability to lead innovation at scale. With his insights, we’re poised to leapfrog into the future of AI-led engineering services.”
Prior to LTIMindtree, Chatterjee held several senior leadership positions at Cognizant, including President of Digital Systems & Technology and Head of Global Delivery, where he was instrumental in growing Cognizant’s Banking & Financial Services vertical and scaling delivery hubs across India. His career began with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), laying the foundation for a successful journey across the IT sector.
Accelerating Innovation Through Human-AI Collaboration
Ascendion is positioning itself as a front-runner in AI-native software engineering, empowering enterprises to accelerate results through intelligent automation, precision delivery, and scalable systems. At the heart of this strategy is AAVA™, the company’s proprietary agentic AI platform that blends human insight with AI agents to enhance every phase of the software lifecycle.
Karthik Krishnamurthy, CEO of Ascendion, shared:
“DC brings world-class operational leadership and a deep understanding of human performance in tech-led environments. His experience will be a major catalyst as we expand our AI-first software engineering model and deliver greater value for our clients.”
Embracing the Future of AI in Software Services
Reflecting on his new role, Debashis Chatterjee said:
“AI isn’t just another tech trend—it’s resetting the IT services industry and unlocking a new S-curve of innovation. Ascendion’s AI-native mindset, rapid growth, and purpose-driven culture stand out. I’m excited to be part of a company shaping the next era of value creation for global enterprises.”
With this high-impact addition to its board, Ascendion continues to scale its capabilities and global footprint, helping organizations realize the full potential of AI-powered software engineering.
