OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Santanu Das, CEO
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Santanu Das is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the A/E/C industry most recently as the Chief Acceleration Officer at Bentley Systems where he was responsible for the acquisitions and management of PLS and SPIDA in the utility space. He has a proven track record of leadership, from spearheading development teams
Santanu Das is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the A/E/C industry most recently as the Chief Acceleration Officer at Bentley Systems where he was responsible for the acquisitions and management of PLS and SPIDA in the utility space. He has a proven track record of leadership, from spearheading development teams for leading simulation products to holding C-level positions in various public companies. With a master’s degree from MIT and a bachelor’s degree from USC, Santanu has navigated successful mergers, acquisitions, and international ventures, shaping the landscape of engineering software and corporate strategy.
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Bhupinder Singh, co-founder of EIRIS, has over 35 years of industry expertise, notably as Chief Product Officer at Bentley Systems. During his tenure of 26 years at Bentley, he held diverse roles in product development, deployment, sales, and customer success. His early career included positions at Montgomery Watson, Bell Labs, and Inter
Bhupinder Singh, co-founder of EIRIS, has over 35 years of industry expertise, notably as Chief Product Officer at Bentley Systems. During his tenure of 26 years at Bentley, he held diverse roles in product development, deployment, sales, and customer success. His early career included positions at Montgomery Watson, Bell Labs, and Intergraph Corporation. Bhupinder holds graduate degrees in computer science from Rutgers and structural engineering from Vanderbilt, a bachelor's in civil engineering from IIT Delhi, and a management certificate from Wharton. He also serves on the boards of Magnasoft and Irth Solutions.
Ashit Gandhi, Managing Director, India
Bhupinder Singh, Chief Digital Officer
Ashit Gandhi, Managing Director, India
Dr. Ashit Gandhi, a distinguished innovator and leader in the AEC industry for over 35 years, has left an indelible mark on the field through his relentless pursuit of advancement. From leading CAD efforts at Exxon Mobil to founding and selling his startup, Smart Software, to Bentley Systems, Ashit's expertise spans technical, business,
Dr. Ashit Gandhi, a distinguished innovator and leader in the AEC industry for over 35 years, has left an indelible mark on the field through his relentless pursuit of advancement. From leading CAD efforts at Exxon Mobil to founding and selling his startup, Smart Software, to Bentley Systems, Ashit's expertise spans technical, business, and sales domains, culminating in his pivotal role in Bentley's growth and acquisition strategies. With a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virgina Tech and a trailblazing career trajectory, Ashit is a respected figure shaping the industry's future.
Justin Schmidt, Chief Business Officer
Justin Schmidt, Chief Business Officer
Ashit Gandhi, Managing Director, India
Justin Schmidt oversees merger and acquisition strategies, leveraging 25 years of international business development expertise and a background in electrical engineering. With a focus on energy utilities, infrastructure, and government technology, Justin has driven significant revenue growth, completing 25 acquisitions during his tenure a
Justin Schmidt oversees merger and acquisition strategies, leveraging 25 years of international business development expertise and a background in electrical engineering. With a focus on energy utilities, infrastructure, and government technology, Justin has driven significant revenue growth, completing 25 acquisitions during his tenure at Bentley Systems, contributing to revenue increases from ~$800M in 2020 to ~$1.25B in 2024. Based in Southern California, Justin's diverse interests include martial arts, surfing, yoga, and music.
Shalamar Elmzadeh, Chief of Staff
Justin Schmidt, Chief Business Officer
Shalamar Elmzadeh, Chief of Staff
Shalamar serves as Chief of Staff to CEO Santanu Das, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping direction and optimizing operational frameworks. Drawing from 15 years of experience in strategic support roles, she brings invaluable expertise to her leadership position. Shalamar's proactive approach is the driving force behind streamlining
Shalamar serves as Chief of Staff to CEO Santanu Das, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping direction and optimizing operational frameworks. Drawing from 15 years of experience in strategic support roles, she brings invaluable expertise to her leadership position. Shalamar's proactive approach is the driving force behind streamlining operations and fostering a culture of agility and innovation.