The Hyderabad Software Enterprises Association (HYSEA), the industry body representing Telangana’s technology sector, has elected Bipin Pendyala, General Manager at Appen India, as its President for 2026-28. He will succeed Prashanth Nandella. The new Executive and Managing Committee comprises Isaac Rajkumar (Sr. Vice-President and Managing Director of RealPage India) as Vice-President and Jitendra Putcha, Chief Operating Officer, Tredence Inc., as General Secretary.
With over two decades of experience across artificial intelligence, data, product engineering, and global technology services, Pendyala has been closely associated with the 35-year-old HYSEA and has previously served on its Executive Committee.
“Artificial intelligence is becoming the foundational layer across industries. Hyderabad is well-positioned to lead this transformation globally. HYSEA will work to strengthen collaboration across industry, academia, startups, and government to build a future-ready and AI-fluent workforce,” Pendyala said.
“HYSEA will evolve into an association of choice for companies to engage, learn, and grow in their professional roles and as global leaders through innovation, intellectual strength, and access to information,” he said.
Published on April 30, 2026