Ranganath Khanolkar
About Ranganath Khanolkar
Ranganath Khanolkar serves as the Associate General Counsel at Acquia, bringing extensive legal experience from various multinational companies, including Deloitte India and Symantec. He specializes in data protection and privacy counseling, holding multiple certifications in privacy and a strong background in corporate law.
Current Role at Acquia
Ranganath Khanolkar serves as Associate General Counsel at Acquia, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and he operates in a remote capacity. Prior to this, he was Principal Legal Counsel at Acquia from 2021 to 2022, where he contributed to the legal framework supporting the company's operations.
Previous Experience at Deloitte India
Before joining Acquia, Ranganath worked at Deloitte India as Associate Director from 2019 to 2021. His tenure lasted for two years and was based in the Pune Area. In this role, he was involved in providing legal guidance and support within the consulting framework of the organization.
Legal Career at Thomson Reuters
Ranganath's legal career includes significant experience at Thomson Reuters, where he held multiple positions. He served as Legal Counsel and Company Secretary from 2013 to 2014 for nine months in Mumbai, and previously worked as a Legal Executive from 2009 to 2013 for four years in the Mumbai Area. His roles involved various legal responsibilities and corporate governance.
Educational Background and Certifications
Ranganath Khanolkar has a robust educational background in law and corporate governance. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from the University of Mumbai, followed by a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the same institution. He also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Laws from the National Law School of India University. Additionally, he is an Associate Company Secretary (ACS) from The Institute of Company Secretaries of India and has certifications in privacy, including CIPP-A, CIPM, and DCPP.
Expertise in Data Protection and Privacy
Ranganath specializes in data protection and privacy counseling, demonstrating expertise in program management within this field. His extensive experience spans various sectors, including MarTech and cybersecurity, where he has worked with multinational organizations. He possesses strong project management skills and has a solutions-oriented approach to legal challenges.