Inductee

Purna Veer

V-Soft Consulting

Purna Veer, a first-generation immigrant from India, is the co-founder and president of V-Soft Consulting, an advanced technology solutions company specializing in staffing, digital transformation, and technology infrastructure. Since beginning in 1997, V-Soft has established offices across North America, Canada, and India, with its headquarters located in Louisville, Kentucky.

For nearly three decades, Purna Veer’s entrepreneurial vision and strategic leadership have transformed V-Soft Consulting from an IT staffing and services company into a global technology partner trusted by enterprises across industries.

Through a commitment to innovation and long-term value creation, Purna has expanded V-Soft’s capabilities through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, including the addition of Logisolve as a significant milestone in the company’s journey. This strategic expansion has further evolved V-Soft’s AI, Data & Analytics, and digital consulting expertise, enabling organizations to accelerate innovation and achieve measurable business outcomes.

Purna Veer’s entrepreneurial journey extends beyond technology, reflecting his broader commitment to building organizations and experiences that create long-term value. His ventures span diverse industries, including Skylight Stables, supporting Kentucky’s equestrian heritage; Tandoori Fusion, a successful Indian Fusion Restaurant in Louisville, and Veering Creek Farm; the source of many fresh ingredients for Tandoori Fusion and the home of Pravasa Vineyard and Winery.

The locations of Purna’s business interests set the stage for his commitment to community. His investments and involvement extend to every market through employee sponsorships, philanthropic support through V-Soft Cares, and board leadership for economic development. Purna is the Past Chair for the Greater Louisville Inc. Board and currently serves on Boards for the Hindu Temple of Kentucky, Home of the Innocents, Kentucky Chamber, and German American Bank.

Purna’s success in business and his commitment to the community have been recognized through numerous honors over the years. Most recently, he was selected for the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame Class of 2026, one of the Commonwealth’s highest honors recognizing visionary entrepreneurs whose leadership has built enduring businesses, strengthened Kentucky’s economy, and inspired future generations. He has also been recognized as one of the most influential leaders in Greater Louisville, earning a place on the Louisville Business First Power 50 in both 2022 and 2023. In 2022, he was named Volunteer of the Year by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives. Additional honors include Business First’s Most Admired CEO, the Mosaic Award Celebrating International Americans, and Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year.

Purna graduated from Shivaji University in India with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. He continued his studies in the United States, pursuing a master’s degree from Texas A & M University in Environmental Engineering and a Master of Business Administration and Management from Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management.

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