FirstMeridian Global Services Private Limited has announced the elevation of Praveen Kumar D.V as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO). A seasoned professional with more than 34 years of experience across operations, business development, and client relations, Praveen is set to steer operational excellence and accelerate strategic growth for one of India’s leading workforce solutions providers.
“Praveen brings proven leadership capabilities to drive operational excellence and strategic growth at one of India’s leading workforce solutions companies,” the company said in a statement.
In his new role, Praveen will focus on scaling operations, strengthening service delivery, and building robust client-centric processes. This move is aimed at reinforcing FirstMeridian’s position as a trusted partner for HR and staffing solutions, catering to a wide range of industries across India.
Praveen’s appointment comes at a time when workforce management companies are navigating an evolving talent landscape, with organizations demanding more agile and technology-driven staffing solutions. His extensive background in operations and business development is expected to support FirstMeridian’s efforts in improving efficiency and enhancing client engagement.
Prior to this elevation, Praveen spent over 17 years at Marlabs Innovations, where he held senior leadership roles in Sales and Client Relations, driving growth initiatives and strengthening customer relationships. Earlier in his career, he worked with Siemens, managing sales and marketing operations across South India, gaining deep insights into enterprise business development and regional operations.
With his comprehensive experience across diverse business functions, Praveen’s leadership is anticipated to help FirstMeridian streamline its operations, scale service delivery for large enterprises, and meet the growing demand for workforce solutions in a dynamic market.
This leadership change aligns with FirstMeridian’s strategic vision to expand its footprint, integrate technology into workforce management, and deliver value-driven staffing solutions to clients.