Coforge Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Vivek Sharma as an Additional Director and Non-Executive Independent Director on its Board of Directors. The appointment was approved by the Board on March 27, 2026, following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and will be effective from April 1, 2026.

Appointment Details

The key details of Mr. Sharma's appointment are outlined below:

The company has confirmed that Mr. Sharma is not debarred from holding the office of Director by virtue of any order passed by SEBI or any other authority. Additionally, he is not related to any of the existing Directors of the Company.

Professional Background and Expertise

Vivek Sharma brings extensive experience in AI, data science, and digital transformation to Coforge's Board. He currently serves on the boards of Kaiser Permanente and JetBlue Airways. His academic involvement includes serving as an adjunct professor of data science at the University of Southern California and being a member of Caltech's Innovation Science & Technology advisory council.

As an accomplished author, Mr. Sharma has written two books—C-SPARK and WIREFRAMED—and contributed multiple articles to Harvard Business Review and the National Association of Corporate Directors. His notable publications include "It's Time for Boards to Take AI Seriously," "Which Skills Will Survive the AI Onslaught?," "6 Ways AI Could Disrupt Your Business," and "Shift Your Focus to Strategic AI Risks."

Leadership Experience

Mr. Sharma's executive experience spans several prominent organizations:

InStride (CEO and Co-founder)

• Founded the Los Angeles-based EdTech company in 2018
• Scaled it into a 200-person profitable company over four years
• Partnered with 41 major corporations
• Saved employees $630.00 million in potential student debt
• Earned a spot on Fortune's "Global Impact 20" list

The Walt Disney Company

• Served as Senior Vice President of Digital Guest Experience & E-commerce for six years
• Oversaw a $10.00 billion online business
• Served 150 million guests annually across Disney's global operations including theme parks, resorts, cruises, restaurants, and retail

Yahoo

• Held leadership roles for four years
• Served as General Manager of Yahoo Mail & Messenger
• Served as Vice President of Yahoo Search

McKinsey & Company

• Worked as an Associate Partner for eight years

Educational Background

Mr. Sharma graduated from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, and holds an MBA from INSEAD, France. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in technology and business leadership.

Industry Involvement

Beyond his corporate roles, Vivek Sharma maintains active involvement in various industry organizations. He is an AI advisor to Private Equity firms and various AI-startup founders. He is also an active member of the WSJ Board of Directors Council, World50 Board Excellence group, and the Los Angeles World Affairs Council.

The appointment of Mr. Sharma as Independent Director is expected to strengthen Coforge's board governance and bring valuable expertise in emerging technologies and digital transformation strategies.

Coforge Limited has announced its board meeting schedule and trading window closure in compliance with regulatory requirements for the upcoming quarterly and annual financial results.

Board Meeting Details

The company has scheduled a board of directors meeting for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, to consider and approve several important matters. The primary agenda includes reviewing audited consolidated and standalone financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.

Trading Window Closure

In accordance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, Coforge has announced the closure of its trading window. The restriction applies to all designated persons and their immediate relatives, prohibiting them from dealing in the company's securities during the specified period.

Dividend Consideration

The board meeting agenda also includes consideration of an interim dividend proposal for Financial Year 2025-26. If the dividend proposal receives approval, the board will simultaneously determine the record date for dividend distribution purposes.

Investor Communication

Coforge has planned a conference call with analysts and institutional investors following the board meeting. The call is tentatively scheduled for 5:15 PM IST on May 5, 2026. Further details regarding the conference call will be made available on the company's website at www.coforge.com , and the transcript will be shared with stock exchanges in due course.

Regulatory Compliance

The announcement was made pursuant to Regulation 29(1) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Barkha Sharma signed the notification on March 27, 2026, ensuring proper disclosure to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The official communication was addressed to the Department of Corporate Services at both exchanges, maintaining full regulatory compliance.