Kumar Manish (Manish Kumar)

Biography

Manish Kumar joined SOLIDWORKS in 1998 as a software developer. He has made key contributions to the early development of SOLIDWORKS in various areas, such as file conversion, surface work, modeling, sketching, assembly work, and the creation of modules for welding, sheet metal, and drawings. He also led the development of 3DExperience in the SOLIDWORKS research and development department and was an important participant in the transformation that brought SOLIDWORKS on a steady path to creating a "future design."

2022: Director General of SolidWorks

Dassault Systemes on February 21, 2022 announced changes in the company's leadership structure. Jean Paolo Bassi, who served seven years as CEO of SOLIDWORKS, will lead the 3DEXPERIENCE Works cloud development team as executive vice president. Manish Kumar, who has been in charge of SOLIDWORKS research and development since 2018, will take over as CEO of SOLIDWORKS in addition to his current duties.

These two assignments demonstrate Dassault Systèmes "commitment to developing best-in-class solutions for the vast SOLIDWORKS user community. In addition, the company focuses on creating value for mass market users by expanding 3DEXPERIENCE Works offerings.

Manish Kumar's appointment strengthens Dassault Systèmes' commitment to investing in SOLIDWORKS research and development. As Vice President of R&D, Manish Kumar played a key role in shaping SOLIDWORKS strategy. Through his appointment as CEO of the company, Kumar will facilitate close communication between the research and development department and the active community of SOLIDWORKS users, as well as accelerate the introduction of the ever-expanding portfolio of this brand into the market.

The growth of SOLIDWORKS, due to the introduction of innovative technologies, will continue and accelerate under the leadership of Manish, said Philippe Laufer, executive vice president of Dassault Systèmes for global brands. - Thanks to the talented work of Jean Paolo Bassi and Manish Kumar, our direction of 3DEXPERIENCE Works has grown so much that now he needs a separate leader who will lead him starting in 2022.