In a strategic move to bolster its presence in India, the Canada-based global investment giant, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), announced the induction of N. Venkatram (Venkat) as the new Country Chair for its Indian operations, effective April 1, 2024.
With a distinguished career spanning over 40 years, including a 30-year tenure at Deloitte, Venkat is set to bring his extensive experience to CDPQ’s global management, actively contributing to the organization’s strategic vision and its varied investment endeavors, especially in infrastructure and private equity sectors.
Venkat’s appointment underscores CDPQ’s commitment to leveraging India’s burgeoning economic landscape through strategic partnerships and investments aimed at achieving sustainable growth and impact. During his illustrious career at Deloitte, Venkat led the audit and assurance practice and was instrumental in transitioning clients to global accounting standards, besides founding the Technology, Media, and Telecom practice. Under his leadership as CEO, Deloitte South Asia saw significant expansion and revenue growth, enhancing its service portfolio across the region.
Charles Emond, CDPQ’s CEO, expressed the organization’s conviction in India’s economic potential and the strategic importance of Venkat’s role in realizing their long-term investment objectives in the country. Venkat, on his part, shared his enthusiasm for CDPQ’s commitment to responsible investing and its role in fostering economic development and prosperity in its investment geographies.
Marc-André Blanchard, Executive Vice-President and Head of CDPQ Global, lauded Venkat’s global leadership and his profound understanding of complex business ecosystems, highlighting the value he brings to CDPQ’s global ambitions, particularly in fostering sustainable and impactful investments.
With a rich legacy of advising global businesses and active participation in several regulatory and industry committees, Venkat’s leadership is poised to significantly contribute to CDPQ’s strategic expansion and sustainability goals in India and beyond.
