Kanika Thakar Mediratta
About Kanika Thakar Mediratta
Kanika Thakar Mediratta is a Senior Director at General Atlantic, with extensive experience in digital channel strategy and social impact marketing. She has held various leadership roles in organizations such as First Republic Bank, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and PwC, and has a strong background in managing high-performing teams and collaborating with stakeholders.
Current Role at General Atlantic
Kanika Thakar Mediratta serves as the Senior Director at General Atlantic, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on the Foundation, contributing her expertise in strategic vision and execution. Her work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the impact of the Foundation's initiatives. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles to drive the Foundation's mission.
Previous Experience at First Republic Bank
Prior to her current role, Kanika worked at First Republic Bank in multiple capacities from 2014 to 2023. She served as the VP of Digital Channels, where she led consumer online banking and digital payments initiatives. Additionally, she held the position of Head of Operations for the First Republic Foundation and was involved in social impact marketing. Her tenure at the bank spanned nearly a decade, during which she managed high-performing teams and implemented growth strategies.
Work History at Other Organizations
Kanika has a diverse work history that includes significant roles at several organizations. She was a Manager at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants from 2006 to 2011 and an Analyst at Kraft Foods from 2001 to 2004. She also worked at PwC as a Director from 2010 to 2014 and at JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Grants Management for a brief period in 2023. Her experience across these organizations has equipped her with a strong background in digital channel strategy and customer experience.
Education and Expertise
Kanika earned her MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, completing her studies from 2004 to 2006. Her educational background complements her professional experience, particularly in areas such as customer segmentation assessment and multi-channel integration design. She is recognized for her ability to define and execute strategic visions, as well as her commitment to helping changemakers make a positive impact on communities.
Leadership and Impact
Throughout her career, Kanika has demonstrated a commitment to leadership and social impact. She has a passion for supporting initiatives that drive positive change in communities. Her skills in managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders have been pivotal in her roles, particularly in defining growth strategies and redesigning processes to enhance operational efficiency.