Sushma Rajagopalan brings exceptional leadership depth to 2nd Careers as a seasoned technology executive with over three decades of global experience. As the former Managing Director & CEO of ITC Infotech (a wholly owned subsidiary of ITC Ltd, one of India’s most admired companies), she has demonstrated remarkable ability in organizational transformation and strategic development.

Throughout her career, Sushma has championed entrepreneurship and innovation, actively identifying, mentoring, and nurturing start-ups across both the US and India. This passion for fostering emerging talent and fresh thinking now fuels her vision at 2nd Careers, where she applies her transformational leadership style to create meaningful opportunities for experienced professionals. Known for her approachability and ability to translate strategy into action, she empowers team members to realize their full potential.

A recognized industry innovator, Sushma has received numerous accolades including “Innovator in Technology” (2013) and “Best Technology Woman Leader” (2011). She holds a BSc from Women’s Christian College, an MA in Personnel Management from TISS, and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University. Based in Philadelphia, she balances her professional pursuits with personal passions for music, motorsports, and following tennis and baseball, while continuously expanding her language skills.