Vijayakumar Raj

Vijayakumar Raj, CCM, CRDE, currently serves as the General Manager and COO of The University Club of Washington, DC, where responsibilities include overseeing a diverse membership experience that emphasizes social gatherings, dining, and wellness programs. Previously, Vijayakumar held the position of Vice President Global Projects & Operations at The Varisan Group, delivering turnkey interior solutions for various hospitality developments. Additional experience includes serving as General Manager at The Metropolitan Club in Chicago, Assistant General Manager at The American Club Singapore, and various roles at The University Club of the City of Washington and Sheraton, along with an Assistant Front Office Manager position at Swissotel. Vijayakumar holds multiple degrees and certifications in Hospitality Administration and Management from prestigious institutions such as Cornell University and Johnson & Wales University, complemented by a solid academic foundation in mathematics and physics from Bangalore University.