Arish Gajjar
About Arish Gajjar
Arish Gajjar serves as the Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Viant Technology, bringing extensive legal experience from various roles, including positions at The Trade Desk and Time Warner Cable. He holds degrees in Economics, Political Science, and an MBA, and has completed a certificate program at Harvard Business School Online.
Current Role at Viant Technology
Arish Gajjar serves as the Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Viant Technology. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's legal strategy and compliance efforts. His role involves overseeing legal matters and providing guidance on various business operations within the organization. He operates from the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area.
Previous Experience at The Trade Desk
Prior to his current role, Arish Gajjar worked at The Trade Desk in various legal capacities. He served as Counsel from 2017 to 2019, then as Senior Counsel from 2019 to 2021, and finally as Associate General Counsel from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at The Trade Desk spanned a total of five years, during which he focused on legal issues related to digital advertising and technology.
Education and Expertise
Arish Gajjar holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Economics and Political Science from Syracuse University. He also earned a Juris Doctor (JD) from American University Washington College of Law. Additionally, he completed an MBA with a specialization in Finance from American University - Kogod School of Business. He further enhanced his management skills by obtaining a Certificate in Management Essentials from Harvard Business School Online.
Involvement with Alexandria Transit Company
Arish Gajjar has been involved with Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) in two capacities. He served as an Advisory Committee Member from 2022 to 2024, providing insights and recommendations on transit-related matters. In 2024, he became a Board Member, continuing his engagement with the organization and contributing to its governance and strategic direction.
Legal Career Background
Arish Gajjar's legal career includes significant experience in various roles. He worked as Associate Counsel at Time Warner Cable from 2012 to 2016, where he handled legal issues related to telecommunications. Earlier in his career, he completed a Summer Legal Internship at Nishith Desai Associates in Mumbai, India, in 2003, gaining foundational legal experience.