Jayashree Sundaresan

Jayashree Sundaresan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology and leadership roles. Currently serving as Senior Director of Engineering at Freshworks since January 2023, Jayashree also actively contributes to various initiatives aimed at empowering women and supporting education for underprivileged youth. As a founding member of the Champion Woman Circle at the Global Adjustments Foundation, Jayashree focuses on mentoring and coaching women to enhance their personal and professional development. Additionally, as a member of the Board of Directors at Shooting Stars Foundation, efforts are concentrated on reducing generational poverty through educational support. Formerly, Jayashree held notable positions at PayPal, where responsibilities included Directorships in Global Protections Services and Product Development, and prior roles at Covansys/Gap Inc. complement a robust career in engineering and management. Jayashree's academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication from the University of Madras and an MBA in Marketing and Engineering Management from Santa Clara University.