Kunal Bajaj

Kunal is a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of international experience across Consulting, Media, Banking and Education. Throughout his career, he has been a driving force in the growth and success of numerous organizations, delivering innovative solutions and navigating complex business challenges.

His leadership style, characterized by a combination of strategic thinking and a hands-on approach, has enabled him to lead cross-functional teams to achieve impressive results. With a reputation for fostering a positive, results-driven culture, Kunal has consistently been sought after to lead organizations through periods of growth and transformation.

Kunal's extensive international experience has allowed him to work with a diverse range of clients, stakeholders and partners across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. His strong network and ability to build relationships with key influencers in these regions has been instrumental in securing new business and driving growth. With a keen understanding of local markets and a deep appreciation for cultural differences, Kunal has been able to successfully navigate complex business environments and negotiate successful outcomes for his organizations.

In his most recent role as Founder and Director of Canready Consultants Inc. Kunal led the business through a period of rapid growth and expansion, expanding their footprint and increasing market share in key regions such as Canada, the US, India, the Middle East and Africa. 

With a passion for continuous learning and development, Kunal holds an MBA from California State University. He is a sought-after speaker and commentator on Education, Media and Entrepreneurship. He lives in Oakville, Canada with Shweta Bhatnagar (his better half) and Syra and Aarya (his daughters).

His most notable achievements include founding the Manu Bajaj Memorial Scholarships (the first international student scholarship with California State University + A scholarship for Advertising and Media students of Humber College in Canada), pioneering Eco Solutions (a global thought leadership Green Movement with CNN International) and building market leading businesses and incredible teams in his professional and entrepreneurial journey.

Professional background: PricewaterhouseCoopers, CNN International, Bloomberg L.P, Bell Media, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.

Entrepreneurship: Garden of Light (2006-08), 27th Alphabet Pvt Ltd (2012-16), Canready Immigration Services Inc. (2021- 2024), Canready Consultants Inc. (2019- Current)

Education: Master of Commerce, Master of Business Administration