Delhi: UNIVO, an online higher education company, has announced the appointment of Nitin Golani as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic leadership move as the company accelerates growth in India’s evolving online education landscape.
In his new role, Nitin will lead UNIVO’s next phase of expansion with a focus on enhancing learner outcomes and experiences, strengthening university partnerships, and advancing the use of AI-led personalised and adaptive learning solutions.
The appointment comes at a time when the online higher education sector is witnessing rapid transformation driven by changing learner expectations, wider digital adoption, and increasing demand for industry-relevant education pathways.
With over two decades of global experience spanning education, technology, and consumer sectors, Nitin brings a strong track record in business transformation, digital growth, and scaling consumer-focused operations. Over the course of his career, he has held leadership positions at organisations including Aakash Educational Services Limited, OYO, Ola Electric, Accenture Strategy, and MetLife.
Commenting on his appointment, Nitin Golani, CEO, UNIVO, said, “Higher education is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technology, accessibility, and evolving learner expectations. UNIVO has built a strong foundation through its learner-first approach, deep university partnerships, and commitment to delivering quality education at scale. I look forward to working closely with the team to further strengthen our offerings, expand access to high-quality education, and build future-ready learning experiences for learners and institutions alike.”
Commenting on the appointment, the company said, “Nitin brings a strong combination of strategic leadership, operational expertise, and deep experience across education and digital businesses. His track record of scaling organizations and building consumer-focused businesses positions him well to lead UNIVO in its next phase of growth and innovation.”
UNIVO has emerged as one of India’s early and prominent enablers in online higher education, helping shape access to flexible, industry-aligned learning experiences. Recognised by TIME among the World’s Top EdTech Rising Stars and certified as a Great Place To Work®, the company currently serves more than 2,00,000 learners across 130+ countries through partnerships with leading universities offering degree and certification programmes tailored for modern learners.
