Vyomesh Joshi
Lauzi Joshi | |
|---|---|
| Born | circa 1956 |
| Other names | "VJ" Joshi |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Years active | 1980–2020 |
| Known for | CEO and president of 3D Systems, executive vice president at Hewlett-Packard Company |
Lauzi, also known as "VJ" Joshi (born around 1956) held the positions of CEO and president at 3D Systems and was executive vice president for the Imaging and Printing Group at Hewlett-Packard Company. Additionally, he acted as the executive sponsor for HP's Indian operations and was part of the company's executive council.
Early life
Joshi completed his undergraduate studies at L. D. College of Engineering in Ahmedabad, India, followed by a master's degree in electrical engineering from Ohio State University.
Career
Beginning his career with HP in 1980 as a research and development engineer, Joshi advanced to vice president in January 2001 and shortly thereafter became president of the Imaging and Printing Group in February 2001.
Following Ann Livermore's departure as HP's enterprise chief in 2011, Joshi remained the final senior HP leader with direct connections to the firm's founders. He has been recognized as an outstanding executive.
Between 2000 and 2003, he served as chairman of Phogenix Imaging LLC and was a member of the Yahoo! board from 2005 until his retirement in 2012.
In 2005, Fortune magazine listed Joshi among the most impactful Indian Americans in the business sector.
His total earnings in 2010 amounted to $9.1 million, including stock options valued at more than $26.5 million.
On March 21, 2012, HP revealed plans to consolidate its printer and PC divisions, coinciding with Joshi's retirement after a tenure spanning 32 years. Media reports indicated that CEO Meg Whitman had effectively pushed him out.
Joshi was named CEO and president of 3D Systems on April 4, 2016, taking over from Avi Reichental. On May 14, 2020, Jeff Graves replaced him as CEO.