HCL Technologies, an IT services company, has appointed Sonia Eland as the Executive Vice President and Country Manager for its Australia and New Zealand operations, effective April 1, 2024.
Sonia Eland, with over three decades of experience across various industries, will succeed Michael Horton, who played a crucial role in establishing HCLTech as a digital technology services partner in the region during his nearly 10-year tenure.
In her new position, Eland will report to Swapan Johri, President, Growth Markets at HCLTech, and will be based in Sydney. Her extensive experience includes roles in consulting, technology, banking, retail, and travel. Before joining HCLTech, Eland served as the Technology Strategy and
Transformation Partner at Deloitte Australia and has worked with notable organizations such as DXC Technology, CSC, Fujitsu, Westpac, and HSBC. She is an alumna of Macquarie Business School and the University of Sydney.
HCLTech, having operated in Australia and New Zealand for over two decades, focuses on delivering digital, engineering, cloud, and AI capabilities across various sectors.
The company recently extended its partnerships with key entities like ANZ Bank, Cricket Australia, and agribusiness firm Elders, reinforcing its commitment to the region’s technological landscape.