Binod Balachandran
About Binod Balachandran
Binod Balachandran serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Optical Interconnect at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in the telecommunications industry, having held various roles at companies such as Schneider Electric, CommScope, and SFO Technologies.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Binod Balachandran serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Optical Interconnect at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2019. In this role, he has played a crucial part in establishing the R&D and Operations for the Optical Interconnect business. His leadership has contributed to the expansion of the customer base across five continents, enhancing STL's global presence in the optical interconnect market.
Previous Experience in the Industry
Before joining STL, Binod Balachandran held various positions in the telecommunications and technology sectors. He worked as Vice President at SFO Technologies from 2017 to 2019 and served as a Solutions Architect at CommScope for four months in 2016. His career also includes significant roles at Schneider Electric and TE Connectivity, where he gained extensive experience in product management and customer focus.
Educational Background
Binod Balachandran completed his Bachelor of Technology in Electronics from Cochin University of Science and Technology, graduating in 1998. He furthered his education at Symbiosis International University, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in technology and management.
Achievements in Optical Interconnect Business
During his tenure at STL, Binod Balachandran has achieved significant milestones in the Optical Interconnect business. He successfully led the integration of a larger EU organization into STL's operations and captured a substantial market share in India within two years. His strategic initiatives have positioned the business to compete effectively in the European market.
Early Career Development
Binod Balachandran began his career as a Production Engineer at NeST, where he worked from 1999 to 2001. He later joined SFO Technologies, where he held multiple roles, including Sr. Production Engineer and Head of Customer Focus for the J2O Division. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his future leadership roles in the technology sector.