Ajayan Kadirgamar

Ajayan (AJ) Kadirgamar is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operations management, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across the elevator and construction industries. Currently serving as Director of Elevating Devices and Director of Shared Services at the Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA) since June 2019, Kadirgamar oversees workforce planning and compliance support for various sectors. Previous roles include leadership positions at KONE Corporation, where responsibilities included driving IoT solutions and overseeing global construction operations, and Otis Elevator Co., focusing on operations and quality management across the Asia Pacific region. Educational credentials include an MBA in Operations Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a BSc in Electrical Engineering from Calvin University.