Madan Kumar Vegunta has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Viva Star Mercedes-Benz, Bengaluru, marking a significant leadership milestone for the luxury automotive dealership. In his new role, he will oversee strategic direction, business performance, and organizational leadership, with a focus on driving sustainable growth and delivering world-class customer experiences aligned with Mercedes-Benz’s global standards.
Prior to this appointment, Madan served as Vice President of Sales at Pratham Motors Private Limited, where he led end-to-end dealership operations focused on new and used car sales, finance and insurance, profitability management, people leadership, and strategic growth initiatives. His tenure was defined by building high-performance teams, reducing attrition, strengthening sales processes, and creating a strong performance-driven culture.
Earlier in his career, Madan held senior leadership roles including Assistant Vice President at Akshaya Motors Mercedes-Benz and Chief General Manager at Pratham Motors Private Limited. He also served as General Manager at Brigade Honda, gaining valuable multi-brand experience across premium and mass-market automotive segments while driving consistent business performance.
Known for his people-first yet results-driven leadership approach, Madan places strong emphasis on talent development, governance, and collaboration across functions. His analytical mindset and ability to align teams with business goals have consistently contributed to revenue growth and operational stability.
As CEO of Viva Star Mercedes-Benz, Madan Kumar Vegunta is expected to steer the organization into its next phase of growth, strengthening its market position in Bengaluru while reinforcing excellence in sales leadership, brand representation, and customer engagement.
