Rajat Gupta is a globally recognized business leader, philanthropist, and former Managing Director of McKinsey & Company, where he led the firm from 1994 to 2003. His visionary leadership helped expand McKinsey’s presence globally, particularly in emerging markets, and solidified its role as a trusted advisor to major corporations and governments.

Beyond his business success, Mr Gupta is deeply committed to philanthropy and social impact. He has been a driving force behind initiatives that aim to improve education, healthcare, and economic development, particularly in underserved regions. He has supported numerous causes in India, where his philanthropic efforts focus on expanding access to quality education and empowering young people to reach their full potential.

Mr Gupta has been a key supporter of institutions like the Indian School of Business and Shiv Nadar University, which aim to provide world-class education and foster leadership in India. His contributions also extend to global health and social development. He has worked with organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the United Nations Global Compact, helping to address pressing global challenges such as poverty, disease, and inequality. His work with the Gates Foundation, in particular, has focused on health initiatives and advancing education in developing countries. He has also been an advocate for entrepreneurship, particularly in creating opportunities for women and youth.

Mr Gupta's support for initiatives like the Global Advisory Board of the Asian University for Women and various initiatives promoting sustainable development demonstrates his commitment to fostering long-term, systemic change. His philanthropic impact is broad and far-reaching, and he continues to work with various organizations to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, especially in the fields of education, healthcare, and social entrepreneurship.

BTech from IIT Delhi and MBA from Harvard Business School.