Leadership Team
Meet our Innovative and Passionate group of leaders.
Leadership Team
Kiran Yeddala
Chief Executive Officer
Kiran is the Founder and CEO of N-Smart, a digital infrastructure technology solutions firm based in DC Metro area. His ambition to create innovative solutions to help enable Organizations with their digital strategies led to the formation of N-Smart. Before N-Smart, he has more than a decade of experience leading technology development initiatives at Fortune 500 companies.
Kiran was honored with 40 Under 40 by Washington Business Journal and is an official member of Forbes Technology Council. He is a Startups Mentor and an active member in DC Metro's startup ecosystem, creating programs and communities to accelerate startup ventures. Kiran completed the Executive Management Program in Leadership from Wharton School of Business.
Salim Bendris
Chief Revenue Officer
Salim Bendris serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and holds a pivotal role within N-Smart's executive team. His responsibilities encompass overseeing all revenue-generating endeavors within the company, in addition to orchestrating the alignment of the company's corporate strategy with the dynamics of the global marketplace.
Prior to this position, Salim was Head of Sales Americas at Orange Business Services.
Mel Taddesse
Vice President of Solutions Delivery
Mel Taddesse, Vice President of Solutions Delivery, has over 30 years of experience in the US and UK working with top-tier Fortune 500 clients, including Network Service Providers and Enterprise IT Management teams.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Charles Rice
Advisory Board
Charles Rice, has a remarkable track record as ex-President and CEO of Entergy, his strategic vision and dedication were instrumental in overseeing operations and coordinating the largest natural gas rebuild effort in the industry's history after Hurricane Katrina. An accomplished attorney and U.S. Army veteran, Charles brings invaluable expertise and integrity to our team, further enhancing our company's growth and success.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Stephen Woerner
Advisory Board
Stephen J. Woerner has made significant strides in the energy sector, transitioning from his impactful tenure as President and COO of BGE to leading National Grid New England. His expertise in operational efficiency, technology integration, and commitment to sustainable energy solutions has been pivotal.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Kiran Yeddala
Chief Executive Officer
Kiran is the Founder and CEO of N-Smart, a digital infrastructure technology solutions firm based in DC Metro area. His ambition to create innovative solutions to help enable Organizations with their digital strategies led to the formation of N-Smart. Before N-Smart, he has more than a decade of experience leading technology development initiatives at Fortune 500 companies.
Kiran was honored with 40 Under 40 by Washington Business Journal and is an official member of Forbes Technology Council. He is a Startups Mentor and an active member in DC Metro's startup ecosystem, creating programs and communities to accelerate startup ventures. Kiran completed the Executive Management Program in Leadership from Wharton School of Business.
Salim Bendris
Executive Vice President of Global Sales
Salim Bendris, Executive Vice President of Global Sales, is a key member of the executive team, with a focus on the alignment and efficiency of the sales force as well as the adaptation of the N-Smart corporate strategy to the Global Marketplace.
Prior to this position, Salim was Head of Sales Americas at Orange Business Services.
Mel Taddesse
Vice President of Solutions Delivery
Mel Taddesse, Vice President of Solutions Delivery, has over 30 years of experience in the US and UK working with top-tier Fortune 500 clients, including Network Service Providers and Enterprise IT Management teams.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Vamsi Nagalla
Chief Operating Officer
Vamsi Nagalla is the COO at Nivid. He has played a crucial role in shaping the exponential growth of the organization with establishing an OWN IT culture. He brings in over a decade of experience in building and managing large complex Digital Infrastructure environments at many Fortune 500 companies. Vamsi has a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Cleveland State University.
He loves philosophy and a good preacher, just depends on the listener. A firm believer in "Everything that happens has a reason behind and nothing is a miracle." More to come as we constantly read his mind!
Suman Chintham
Director of Client Services
Suman Chintham, as a Director of Client Services strives to provide quality, functional and efficient solutions for our customers. He has proven to be a great leader with a mixed bag of strategy, consulting, operational and delivery skills.
He brings in over a decade of experience building strategic relationships and delivery models for professional services. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from S.V University. We also believe he holds a Master's Degree in “Make it Happen”!
Kiran Yeddala
Chief Executive Officer
Kiran is the Founder and CEO of N-Smart, a digital infrastructure technology solutions firm based in DC Metro area. His ambition to create innovative solutions to help enable Organizations with their digital strategies led to the formation of N-Smart. Before N-Smart, he has more than a decade of experience leading technology development initiatives at Fortune 500 companies.
Kiran was honored with 40 Under 40 by Washington Business Journal and is an official member of Forbes Technology Council. He is a Startups Mentor and an active member in DC Metro's startup ecosystem, creating programs and communities to accelerate startup ventures. Kiran completed the Executive Management Program in Leadership from Wharton School of Business.
Salim Bendris
Chief Revenue Officer
Salim Bendris serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and holds a pivotal role within N-Smart's executive team. His responsibilities encompass overseeing all revenue-generating endeavors within the company, in addition to orchestrating the alignment of the company's corporate strategy with the dynamics of the global marketplace.
Prior to this position, Salim was Head of Sales Americas at Orange Business Services.
Mel Taddesse
Vice President of Solutions Delivery
Mel Taddesse, Vice President of Solutions Delivery, has over 30 years of experience in the US and UK working with top-tier Fortune 500 clients, including Network Service Providers and Enterprise IT Management teams.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Charles Rice
Advisory Board
Charles Rice, has a remarkable track record as ex-President and CEO of Entergy, his strategic vision and dedication were instrumental in overseeing operations and coordinating the largest natural gas rebuild effort in the industry's history after Hurricane Katrina. An accomplished attorney and U.S. Army veteran, Charles brings invaluable expertise and integrity to our team, further enhancing our company's growth and success.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Stephen Woerner
Advisory Board
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Kiran Yeddala
Chief Executive Officer
Kiran is the Founder and CEO of N-Smart, a digital infrastructure technology solutions firm based in DC Metro area. His ambition to create innovative solutions to help enable Organizations with their digital strategies led to the formation of N-Smart. Before N-Smart, he has more than a decade of experience leading technology development initiatives at Fortune 500 companies.
Kiran was honored with 40 Under 40 by Washington Business Journal and is an official member of Forbes Technology Council. He is a Startups Mentor and an active member in DC Metro's startup ecosystem, creating programs and communities to accelerate startup ventures. Kiran completed the Executive Management Program in Leadership from Wharton School of Business.
Salim Bendris
Executive Vice President of Global Sales
Salim Bendris, Executive Vice President of Global Sales, is a key member of the executive team, with a focus on the alignment and efficiency of the sales force as well as the adaptation of the N-Smart corporate strategy to the Global Marketplace.
Prior to this position, Salim was Head of Sales Americas at Orange Business Services.
Mel Taddesse
Vice President of Solutions Delivery
Mel Taddesse, Vice President of Solutions Delivery, has over 30 years of experience in the US and UK working with top-tier Fortune 500 clients, including Network Service Providers and Enterprise IT Management teams.
He is responsible for establishing and refining the Solution Delivery processes with the objective of making our customer’s experience globally consistent and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and goal attainment. N-Smart prides itself in its delivery methodology, assessing customer feedback and continuously improving our delivery processes and procedures. Mel joined N-Smart in 2021, prior to that he worked in varying Technical Consulting roles for Orange Business Services.
Vamsi Nagalla
Chief Operating Officer
Vamsi Nagalla is the COO at Nivid. He has played a crucial role in shaping the exponential growth of the organization with establishing an OWN IT culture. He brings in over a decade of experience in building and managing large complex Digital Infrastructure environments at many Fortune 500 companies. Vamsi has a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Cleveland State University.
He loves philosophy and a good preacher, just depends on the listener. A firm believer in "Everything that happens has a reason behind and nothing is a miracle." More to come as we constantly read his mind!
Suman Chintham
Director of Client Services
Suman Chintham, as a Director of Client Services strives to provide quality, functional and efficient solutions for our customers. He has proven to be a great leader with a mixed bag of strategy, consulting, operational and delivery skills.
He brings in over a decade of experience building strategic relationships and delivery models for professional services. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from S.V University. We also believe he holds a Master's Degree in “Make it Happen”!
Advisory Board
Axel Haentjens
Global Partnerships, International Marketing & Sales
Vast experience contributing to the growth and expansion of global organizations in B2B (Business to Business) and cloud/digital services while driving strategic partnerships through partners and indirect channels. Axel was responsible for the central portfolio marketing, the brand management of Orange Business Services worldwide, and the external communications programs for SoHos in France to Global MNCs worldwide.
Campbell Macfarlane
President, OneWeb
Responsible for building OneWeb’s global business Enterprise, while working through relationships/partnerships with Telcos & ISPs, extending their coverage. Campbell orchestrated the discovery and the winning of complex global deals, with a specific focus on customers who have business needs across multiple continents.
Charles Rice
Former President & CEO, Entergy New Orleans Inc
With a remarkable track record as ex-President and CEO of Entergy, his strategic vision and dedication were instrumental in overseeing operations and coordinating the largest natural gas rebuild effort in the industry's history after Hurricane Katrina. An accomplished attorney and U.S. Army veteran, Charles brings invaluable expertise and integrity to our team, further enhancing our company's growth and success.
Dennis Kruse
General Manager, Product Development
Demonstrated successes in running independent business units in highly competitive global markets. Dennis Increased productivity and reduced costs by focusing on process management, cross-functional teams, and client feedback. Dennis also led the product and solutions portfolio for two of the global leaders in the Telecommunications industry AT&T and Orange Business Services.