Raja Krishnan
About Raja Krishnan
Raja Krishnan serves as the Vice President of Business Finance at Anaplan, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Microsoft and Citi. He holds an MBA from The University of Texas at Arlington and is recognized for his commitment to developing diverse talent and building strategic partnerships.
Current Role at Anaplan
Raja Krishnan serves as the Vice President of Business Finance at Anaplan. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's financial strategies and operations in the Seattle Area. His role involves collaborating with business leaders to enhance financial performance and drive business transformation.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Raja Krishnan has extensive experience at Microsoft, where he worked in various finance roles. He served as CFO from 2011 to 2015 in Reading, United Kingdom, and later as Senior Finance Director for the US Subsidiary Regulated Industries from 2019 to 2021 in Redmond, WA. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Finance Director for Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure Finance from 2015 to 2019, also in Redmond.
Education and Qualifications
Raja Krishnan earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from The University of Texas at Arlington, completing his studies from 1993 to 1995. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce from Loyola College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance.
Career Background at Citi
Before his tenure at Microsoft, Raja Krishnan worked at Citi as a Senior Internal Auditor from 1998 to 2000 in Irving, TX. This role contributed to his understanding of financial systems and risk management within a large financial institution.
Focus on Talent Development
Raja Krishnan is passionate about hiring and developing diverse talent. He emphasizes career development and building high-performance teams within the finance sector. His approach fosters an inclusive environment that supports professional growth and transformation.