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Hiral Rao
Senior Vice President, Global Operations

Hiral brings more than 20 years of experience across audit and advisory services from EY. At Springline, she’s responsible for establishing and managing the firm’s offshore accounting functions, leading the transition and pathway to our international operations and strategic capabilities.

What motivated you to join Springline?

  • People culture of inclusiveness and collaboration: It’s fantastic to be part of a team where everyone feels valued and included. Working in an environment that fosters collaboration leads to amazing results, including my personal growth.
  • The excitement of creating something together every day: There’s something incredibly rewarding about building and creating alongside passionate colleagues. Each day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate.
  • The grit to scale: Having the determination and resilience to grow and scale is essential for any thriving organization. It’s about pushing boundaries and striving for excellence.

What’s something unique you bring to the role that others may not know about you?
I bring a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence to the role. My ability to think outside the box allows me to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. I’m not just focused on the ‘what’ and ‘how’ but also on the ‘why,’ ensuring that every action aligns with our overall goals and values. I believe in servant leadership and am passionate about people. My strong interpersonal skills enable me to build meaningful relationships with team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Additionally, my resilience and adaptability demonstrate that I can thrive in dynamic and fast-paced settings, continuously driving toward excellence and growth.

What does our credo “Scale with Soul” mean to you?
We grow together. We succeed with the right spirit as a team. Balancing ambition with empathy, progress with purpose—it’s about ensuring that success is measured not just by numbers, but by the positive impact created along the way.

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