Bengaluru 20 August 2026: Aureya FM, (formerly WTC Trades & Projects, Brigade Group’s facilities management arm), which delivers integrated, technology-enabled facility management across various sectors including commercial, retail, co-working spaces, and community projects, has announced the appointment of Vivek Kalia as Chief Operating Officer. Vivek will be responsible for leading the company’s operations, business growth, customer experience, and organizational effectiveness.

“Vivek’s unique blend of military and corporate leadership, along with his vast experience will be crucial in the role of COO to further strengthen our organisation. His disciplined approach, strategic thinking and strong focus on execution will bring valuable perspective as we continue to build on our foundations and pursue new opportunities for growth. We are confident that Vivek’s leadership will help us navigate the evolving business landscape, strengthen our operational capabilities, and foster a culture of excellence and innovation.” said, Vineet Verma, Managing Director, Aureya FM,

“I am honoured and humbled by the opportunity and look forward to working closely with the team. My experience has taught me the importance of discipline, teamwork, resilience and a clear focus on execution. This is an exciting prospect, and I am committed to unlocking new possibilities, strengthening our capabilities and creating sustainable growth.” said, Vivek Kalia, COO, Aureya FM

Vivek is a retired Indian Naval Officer and has served for over 21 years in various command and staff appointments, developing deep expertise in leadership, strategic decision-making, and leading teams in complex environments. Following his naval career, Vivek spent seven years with Airbus, where he established and scaled the training business across India and South Asia. He later joined Airbus Defense and Space, leading strategic defence sales campaigns and working closely with customers to address critical business and operational requirements.