MUMBAI: Apple’s loss is Google’s gain. The former’s head of consumer sales Mitul Shah has hopped onto Google as managing director – Google devices & services, India. He is leading Pixel’s sales and expansion in the country.

Shah had worked at Apple for a good nine years, rising up the ranks as  head – assisted sales to head -consumer sales when he decided to move on from the innovative megacorp.

Prior to that, Shah had also spent five years at Accenture, based in Gurgaon, working in sectors such as consumer goods and life sciences. He also had a stint with Infosys Technologies focusing on the areas of retail, CPG and logistics.

Says Shah: “It's an honor to be part of a company that's at the forefront of innovation, and I'm particularly thrilled to be working on a product that has the potential to put the magic and power of AI in the pockets of millions of people across my beloved country. Pixel is not just another device. It's an absolute privilege to be part of this story, to bring the best of Google to Indian consumers and build a more connected and empowered society. “