Pinkesh Kotecha, a first-generation entrepreneur, is the founder and driving force behind Ishan Technologies, one of India’s leading IT and telecom services providers. Born into a banker family, Mr. Kotecha completed his education in 1997, specialising in Instrumentation from Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil College of Engineering. He spent his early years working as a faculty in computer institutes before launching Ishan Technologies in 2000.

Under his visionary leadership, Ishan Technologies has expanded exponentially over the past two decades, from modest beginnings in Gujarat to a company with a presence in 100+ cities across India and over 1700+ employees. Ishan Technologies now offers services across four pillars such as Network services, System Integration, Data Centre and Cloud services and Cybersecurity services. An accomplished business leader with over 25 years of overall experience in the technology industry; he brings a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, combined with a passion for innovation and a strong commitment to social responsibility.

Mr Kotecha is an active member of several industry forums such as the Internet Service Providers Association of India (ISPAI), GCCI, GESIA, and the Shri Somnath Trust. He is a strong believer in giving back to the community, is an active Rotarian and has contributed to Rotary International where he is a Paul Harris Fellow. Mr. Kotecha is also the recipient of the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Award.