BHIVE Appoints Venkatesh Shenoy as New Chief Operating Officer
- ByStartupStory | September 23, 2024
BHIVE, a pioneer in providing managed office spaces and enterprise coworking solutions in India, has announced the appointment of Venkatesh Shenoy as their new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 18 years of experience in operations and supply chain management, Shenoy is set to lead BHIVE through its next phase of growth and expansion.
Venkatesh Shenoy brings a wealth of expertise from his leadership roles in both corporate and startup environments. Previously, he served as the Senior Director and South India Operations Head at Delhivery, where he played a pivotal role in overseeing significant growth and improving operational efficiency for the now publicly listed company. Most recently, Shenoy was the Vice President of Operations at Ecom Express, where he was instrumental in scaling operational capabilities. His career also includes over a decade of impactful contributions at Bajaj Auto and the RPG Group.
An alumnus of the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) Surathkal and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), Shenoy’s educational credentials and industry insights make him a valuable addition to BHIVE’s leadership team. In his new role, he will focus on enhancing BHIVE’s operational strategies and expanding its footprint across India.
“BHIVE is at an inflection point of massive growth and scale-up,” said Venkatesh. “I am excited to join BHIVE and contribute to the company’s mission to be one of the most loved and admired real estate companies in India. I look forward to collaborating with Shesh, the senior management, and the talented team to expand the company footprint and deliver best-in-class services to our customers.”
Shesh Rao Paplikar, the Founder and CEO of BHIVE, expressed his enthusiasm for Shenoy’s appointment: “We are thrilled to welcome Venkatesh to our leadership team. His extensive experience in operations and supply chain management will be invaluable as we continue to scale our operations and enhance our service delivery. His strategic insights and strong leadership will be critical in driving our next phase of growth at BHIVE, towards listing publicly.”
With Venkatesh Shenoy’s extensive experience in operations for publicly listed companies, BHIVE is well-positioned to strengthen its market presence and achieve its growth ambitions, continuing its commitment to delivering exceptional workspace solutions with operational excellence.
Additionally, BHIVE is gearing up for the 14th RAHSTA Expo, part of the India Construction Festival, which will take place on October 9 and 10, 2024, at the Jio Convention Centre in Mumbai.