One of the first names who can be fit into the above category is Mr. Nagavara Ramarao Narayana Murthy better known as N. R. Narayana Murthy, is an Indian businessman, software engineer and the co-founder of Infosys Technologies, a consulting and IT services company based in India. He is currently the non-executive Chairman of Infosys. He was the CEO of the company for 21 years, from 1981 to 2002. After stepping down as CEO in 2002, he has broadened his scope of activities to social services as well as promoting India globally. ‘Narayana Murthy is a role model for millions of Indians…,He represents the face of the new, resurgent India to the world.’ -Manmohan Singh, Prime Minister of India ‘Through his vision and leadership Narayana Murthy sparked a wave of innovation and entrepreneurship that changed the way… the world views India.’ -Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board, Microsoft Corporation Mr. Murthy’s Quotes: “Our assets walk out of the door each evening. We have to make sure that they come back the next morning.” “Performance leads to recognition. Recognition brings respect. Respect enhances power. Humility and grace in one’s moments of power enhances dignity of an organization” “The real power of money is the power to give it away.” “In God we trust, everybody else bring data to the table.” “Progress is often equal to the difference between mind and mindset.” “I want Infosys to be a place where people of different genders, nationalities, races and religious beliefs work together in an environment of intense competition but utmost harmony, courtesy and dignity to add more and more value to our customers day after day.” “A clear conscience is the softest pillow in the world.” “When in doubt, disclose” | |
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