Dr. Ajay S. Mookerjee
About Dr. Ajay S. Mookerjee
Dr. Ajay S. Mookerjee is an accomplished executive and entrepreneur, currently serving as the Executive Chair and CEO of Vodeno IT and as a Non-Executive Director at Max Cards. He has a strong background in finance and business, having held leadership positions at various financial institutions and founded multiple ventures.
Work at Warburg Pincus
Dr. Ajay S. Mookerjee has been associated with Warburg Pincus LLC since 2016. He serves as Executive Chair and CEO of Vodeno IT from 2021 to 2023 and holds the position of Non-Executive Director at Max Cards from 2018 to 2023. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and guiding the company's direction in the financial technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Mookerjee completed his Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. He furthered his education at Harvard Business School, where he earned a Doctor of Business Administration with a focus on Strategy and eFinance. His academic background supports his extensive career in finance and technology.
Background
Dr. Mookerjee has a diverse professional background, having worked in various leadership roles across multiple organizations. He founded Fair Square Financial, LLC, serving as Founder and Director from 2014 to 2021. Prior to that, he held executive positions at SunTrust and Capital One, where he was responsible for credit card operations and regional leadership in Asia.
Achievements
Dr. Mookerjee has authored three books that contribute to the fields of business and finance. He founded and led five ventures during his tenure at Booz Allen Hamilton, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit. Additionally, he has established the Harvard Business School Research Center, furthering research and education in business practices.
Leadership Roles at Financial Institutions
Throughout his career, Dr. Mookerjee has held significant leadership roles in various financial institutions. He served as Executive Vice President and CEO of Credit Cards at SunTrust from 2010 to 2013. At Capital One, he was Managing Director and Asia CEO from 2000 to 2007, overseeing operations in McLean, Virginia, and India.