Shajikumar Devakar — CEO
A seasoned private banker with over 22 years of leadership in wealth management , Shajikumar Devakar has built a reputation for delivering strategic clarity, investment precision, and client-centric solutions across global markets. At Neo, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s vision to serve India’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals with next- generation portfolio architecture, backed by a robust institutional platform. His career has included transformative leadership roles marquee wealth management firms, where he successfully expanded regional operations and pioneer red business development across India and the Middle East . Shajikumar’s hallmark lies in his “Design IQ”—the ability to craft bespoke portfolio solutions that align with clients’ goals while navigating complex financial landscapes. His approach combines technical expertise, market foresight, and team building excellence. Recognised with the ET Best Leader Award (2018), he is known for attracting and nurturing high-performance teams that drive innovation and deliver outcomes at scale.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in Wealth Management with a focus on ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 20 yrs 1 mo
Career Highlights
- Over 22 years in wealth management leadership.
- Recognized with ET Best Leader Award in 2018.
- Expert in bespoke portfolio solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Work Experience
Neo Wealth and Asset Management
Co-Founder & CEO (1 yr)
360 ONE Wealth
Executive Director (9 yrs 1 mo)
Barclays Wealth Management
Regional Head (West) (4 yrs)
Deutsche Bank Wealth Management
Director (6 yrs)
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA at St Joseph's Institute of Management