Indian-American businessman, Raj Subramaniam is set to replace Frederick W Smith as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FedEx Corporation, India’s largest express transportation company, on June 1, 2022. As a member of the five-person executive committee that plans and executes the company’s strategic business activities, he is responsible for providing strategic solutions and directions to all FedEx operating companies.
Raj Subramaniam Personal Details
Name | Raj Subramaniam |
Age (As of 2021) | 54 years |
Date of Birth | 14-Sep-67 |
Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Place of Birth | Trivandrum, Kerala |
Current Residence | Memphis, Tennessee, United States |
Profession | Indian-American businessman |
Designation | President and CEO of FedEx |
Company Headquarters | Memphis, Tennessee, United States |
Father’s Name | C. Subramaniam |
Mother’s Name | Name not mentioned |
Siblings | Not mentioned |
Marital Status | Not married |
Net Worth | $14.2 million |
Raj Subramaniam’s Educational Qualifications
- Raj completed his schooling at a private school.
- He received a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mumbai in 1987.
- Raj completed his master’s in chemical engineering from Syracuse University in 1989.
- He pursued his MBA from The University of Texas, Austin.
Raj Subramaniam’s Professional Journey
- Raj joined FedEx Express in 1991.
- He became the vice president of marketing of Asia Pacific in FedEx Express.
- Later, Raj became the regional president of Canada Pacific.
- In February 2013, he became the EVP, of marketing and communications at FedEx Corp.
- In January 2019, Raj held the position of president and CEO of FedEx Express.
- In 2019, he became the president and chief operating officer (COO) of FedEx Corp.
- Raj was elected to the FedEx board of directors in 2020.
- He is elected as the new CEO of FedEx, to start operations on June 1, 2022.
Raj Subramaniam’s Awards and Achievements
- Raj received IIT Bombay’s alumnus award for his corporate achievements.
- He was included in the Hall of Fame at Fogelman College of Business and Economics at the University of Memphis.