Karan Bajaj

Businessman, author, yoga teacher

American Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Quick Info

ProfessionBusinessman, author, yoga teacher
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth30/06/1979
Age46 years
BirthplaceShimla, Himachal Pradesh

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Bio/Wiki

Indian technology entrepreneur and author best known as founder and CEO of WhiteHat Jr., an edtech company specializing in distance learning that was acquired by BYJU'S in 2020 for $300 million. After the acquisition, he led BYJU'S International division, BYJU'S FutureSchool, launching programs in English, Spanish and Portuguese for students in the US, Brazil and Mexico with courses including music, English, fine arts and science.

Physical Stats & More

Height193 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolArmy Public School, Delhi
College/University
  • Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (Class of 2000)
  • IIM, Bangalore (Class of 2002)
Educational Qualification
  • BE in Mechanical Engineering (Birla Institute of Technology)
  • MBA in Marketing (IIM)

Personal Life

HobbiesBackpacking & Hiking
Notable PracticeTakes a one-year sabbatical every four years to travel and pursue personal interests including yoga and meditation

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SpouseKerry Bajaj (Child Sleep Expert)
Children
  • Leela
  • Rumi

Career

Founder and CEO of WhiteHat Jr. (2018-2020)
Led BYJU'S International division and BYJU'S FutureSchool (2020 onwards)
Founder of Complement 1, a lifestyle-modification app offering personalized coaching on exercise, diet, and mental health for cancer patients (headquartered in Delaware, serving the American market)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Karan Bajaj has an army background; his father served in the Indian Army.
2. His family had to move frequently, experiencing life in around 10 different cities in India.
3. Shimla was where he spent most of his childhood.
4. His debut novel, 'Keep Off The Grass,’ was a best-seller in India.
5. Bajaj left his job at P&G to travel and authored his second book, 'Johnny Gone Down.'
6. He lived in an ashram, focusing on yoga and meditation.
7. Bajaj founded WhiteHat Jr., which was acquired by Byjus for $300 million.
8. He wrote his first novel at age 28.
9. He takes a one-year sabbatical every four years to pursue personal interests and travel.
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