Sustainability

The challenges of building a sustainable, scalable centenary company

In a world that is ever-changing and technology is disrupting the way organizations function, the mortality rate of companies continues to increase. According to a BBC article by Yale University’s Richard Foster, the average lifespan of a firm listed in the S&P 500 index of leading U.S. companies has decreased by more than 50 years in the last century, from 67 years in the 1920s to just 15 years today…

Ajit Prabhu

Ajit Prabhu

As Co-founder and CEO of Quest Global, Ajit Prabhu transforms engineering challenges into solutions. He built the company from a two-person startup into a global organization with 20,000 professionals. His leadership principles—Aspiration, Humility, and Hunger—form the backbone of a culture where trust flourishes and innovation thrives. These values permeate the company's DNA, guiding strategy and long-term vision. Ajit remains dedicated to talent development and building lasting client partnerships, making Quest Global a trusted ally to enterprises worldwide. Through his hands-on leadership, the impossible becomes possible—a philosophy that continues to redefine what engineering can achieve.