Vizak Badhniwalla

Chief Technology Officer @ Everstone Group

About

Seasoned and forward-thinking with over two decades of diverse experience across IT infrastructure, ERP systems and enterprise cybersecurity. Currently serving as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), I lead global IT operations spanning multiple international offices, with cross-border teams reporting directly to me. Throughout my career, I’ve built scalable infrastructure from the ground up, including data centers and complete office IT environments, while delivering ERP solutions tailored to industry-specific needs, with deep, hands-on experience in ERP implementations. I drive strong alignment between technology and business strategy. In my current role, I play a key part in bridging the gap between IT and top management, ensuring technology decisions are in sync with organizational goals. With over a decade in IT leadership roles, I’ve been at the forefront of digital transformation, helping enterprises evolve through innovation and robust systems. I’m currently focused on strengthening cybersecurity posture by implementing advanced solutions such as DLP, Zero Trust, EDR, PAM and SIEM/SOC. I also actively support group companies by advising on cybersecurity enhancements and IT infrastructure improvements. Recognised in leading IT publication, I combine vision, execution and strategic insight to help organizations stay resilient, agile and secure in today’s ever-changing digital landscape.

Country

India

City

Mumbai

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Cybersecurity, Vendor Management, MIS, IT Operations, Management, Team Management, IT Infrastructure Management, Project Management, Leadership, Service Delivery, IT Strategy, IT Management, Infrastructure, Business Intelligence, Business Analysis, Pre-sales, IT Service Management, Team Building, Information Technology, CRM

Experience

Chief Technology Officer

Everstone Group

2010 - Present · 16 yrs

Mumbai Area, India

I lead the overall IT strategy across all group entities, including Everstone, Eversource, DSG Consumer Partners, Culinary Culture, and Starlaw. My role spans a wide spectrum—from overseeing IT operations, infrastructure, and data centers to driving digital transformation and ensuring robust cyber security. I specialize in global IT leadership, technology architecture, and seamless system integration to support the group’s strategic and operational goals.

Head - IT

Capital First Limited

2006 - 2010 · 4 yrs

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Led the development of a robust IT infrastructure across India, establishing a state-of-the-art Data Centre. • Oversaw the nationwide rollout of loan application systems and MPLS networks, enhancing operational efficiency. • Spearheaded the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics, streamlining business processes and boosting productivity. • Managed a diverse IT team, ensuring 24/7 system availability and integrity of core IT services.

General Manager - IT

Steve & Barry's

2004 - 2006 · 2 yrs

Steve & Barry's • Served as the IT Head for global offices, overseeing and managing all aspects of IT operations across international locations. • Drove technology expansion by building robust infrastructure, enabling Steve & Barry's growth from 12 to nearly 300 retail stores. • Led full-cycle ERP system implementation, streamlining processes from procurement to point-of-sale, significantly boosting operational efficiency. • Developed and executed advanced SQL queries for data extraction, improving accuracy in business reporting and supporting data-driven decision-making.