Cdr Varuna E.

Cdr Varuna E. currently serves as the Global Program Manager for R&D at Mastercard, where they are establishing processes for program management and governance within the Discovery phase of Mastercard Foundry. Their extensive background includes roles as Assistant Vice President at Citi, Senior Director of Training at the Indian Air Force Academy, and Executive Officer in the Indian Navy, focusing on air traffic control and project management. Varuna holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, a Master's degree in Air Traffic Management & Aviation Law from NALSAR University, and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. As a certified yoga instructor, Varuna combines their passion for technology and innovation with an interest in talent cultivation and event management.