Rajeev Singh Appointed as New Smartsheet CEO
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– Rajeev Singh has been appointed as the new CEO of Smartsheet, replacing Sunny Gupta who served as acting CEO and will remain Executive Chair.
– Singh is recognized as a proven leader with experience in scaling successful technology companies like Concur and Accolade.
– The appointment supports Smartsheet’s transformation into an Intelligent Work Management platform, leveraging AI to accelerate customer results.
– Singh’s expertise in scaling SaaS companies and leading market transformations is expected to be central to the company’s multi-year growth journey.
– Singh’s immediate focus will be on engaging with customers, partners, and employees to align strategy and prioritize AI investments for intelligent work.
Smartsheet has announced the appointment of Rajeev Singh as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition aimed at driving the company’s next stage of growth and technological evolution. Singh steps into the role previously held on an interim basis by Sunny Gupta, who will continue to serve as Executive Chair of the Board.
The company highlighted Singh’s impressive background, noting his proven ability to build and expand successful technology firms such as Concur and Accolade. His appointment signals Smartsheet’s commitment to accelerating innovation and scaling operations in a competitive market.
Sunny Gupta expressed strong confidence in the new CEO, stating, “The Board and I were deeply impressed by Rajeev’s vision and his extensive experience in building and scaling iconic software companies. His customer-first mindset and operational expertise are second to none. Combined with his history as an industry visionary in category-creating organizations, we are thrilled to have him guide Smartsheet into its next growth phase, especially through strategic AI investments.”
This leadership change aligns with Smartsheet’s ongoing transformation into what it describes as an “Intelligent Work Management platform” for a global customer base. Central to this shift is the integration of human collaboration with agentic AI, designed to help clients achieve faster outcomes. Singh’s background in scaling high-growth SaaS businesses and steering market transformations is expected to play a pivotal role throughout this multi-year strategic journey.
In his own remarks, Rajeev Singh shared his enthusiasm for the new position. “I am incredibly excited to join the Smartsheet team. For a long time, I have admired the company’s distinctive market position and the tremendous value it provides to its customers. There is a solid foundation here, and I am especially attracted to the vision of establishing Smartsheet as the essential platform for intelligent work. My initial focus will be on engaging with our customers, partners, and employees to better understand their needs and ensure our strategy is fully aligned with future opportunities. We will place a strong emphasis on accelerating AI investments and reinforcing our role as the leading platform where people and technology come together to accomplish work.”
(Source: ITWire Australia)
