• CFO & Senior Director of Finance: Global FP&A COE, Sales Finance
• Chairperson, Adobe Bengaluru Site Council
• Board of Advisor – Simandhar Education
• CII Taskforce for GCC under Finance Ministry (National Policy Framework)
• CII National Committee for Financial Reporting
• Serves as Advisory & Board Member, Various Internal Committee

A seasoned finance executive at Adobe, spearheading multi-year business planning, organizational development, strategy, Vision and the implementation of best practices. As the architect of the FP&A Centre of Excellence (COE), have established a high-performing team recognized for its excellence in global finance reporting and now managing nearly 90%+ of company FP&A from India

As an integral member of Adobe's leadership and CFO organization, I have had the opportunity of playing a pivotal role in shaping investment strategies, go-to-market expansion, and policy formulation at local, regional & Global scale.

Key Achievements & Recognition

• Awarded in March 2026 as "Top 100 CFOs of India Award" for "Building high performing teams" by CFO
• India for work in 2025 https://www.cfo-india.in/cfo100/
• Adobe Founders' Award Recipient: Among less than 1% of global staff to earn this prestigious award, honoring exceptional commitment and contributions aligned with Adobe's core values— Genuine, Innovative, Involved, and Exceptional.
• Industry Expertise: Offers broad cross-functional expertise spanning sales, operations, employee experience, organizational structuring, and business unit establishment, including Global Capability Centers (GCCs).
• Worked in leading brands and held mid to senior leadership positions at Oracle (Sun Microsystems), Symphony Services (Harman Kardon/Samsung), CSC (Covansys), and Olam International.

Professional Strengths

• Demonstrates mastery in developing and executing strategic plans, optimization models, and growth initiatives.
• Consistently surpasses expectations, delivering outstanding results.
• Recognized as a hands-on leader who exemplifies excellence across professional, personal, and community domains.
• Has been able to provide inputs within and outside of the Finance function that has widened his scope of engagement cross-functionally in the organization and outside.
• Known for driving transformative change within organizations, leveraging a strong analytical mindset and a collaborative leadership style. Approach integrates innovative problem-solving with a deep commitment to fostering high-performing teams and sustainable business growth.

Leadership & Community Engagement

• Regular mentor and speaker at management institutes and professional organizations.
• Active participant in prominent industry forums such as the India IMA CFO Forum, WMG Elite CFO Forum, and previously, the Young Leaders Council and AIMA.
• Leads Adobe's CSR initiative focused on canine rescue and community development, and undertakes personal community support efforts, including:
• Educational bridge programs (Advaya) for migrant and slum children, – Animal rescue, – Environmental projects (Healing Himalayas), – Restoration of heritage forts in Karnataka ("Namma Kotte, Namma Heme" in association with WMG Foundation).

Personal Interests & Accomplishments

• Enthusiast of caricature art and cycling - particularly in high-altitude settings.
• Successfully led demanding cycling expeditions in the Himalayas and Bhutan, such as: – Khardung-La (18,000 ft) rides in 2015/16 and 2023, including a notable 2023 journey alongside his son, – Bhutan's Chele-La pass (14,000 ft) in 2015, – Manali to Kargil via Shinku-La (16,500 ft) and Pezi La (14,850 ft) in July 2024.
• Completed a basic mountaineering course under the National Institute of Mountaineering & Adventure Sports (NIMAS)—one of four CXOs to achieve Grade A—culminating in a hike to Gorichen Glacier (16,500 ft).
• Created History by being the first of the 4 Civilian and team to summit Gorichen East Peak at 6222 Mtr in september 2025, it's the highest climbable peak in Arunachal Pradesh
• My article was published in several digital magazines : https://www.nativeplanet.com/news/first-civilians- summit-gorichen-east-peak-6-222m-a-historic-feat-in-arunachal-s-sacred-himalayas- 017437.html

Philosophy

Deeply committed to integrating professional growth, physical wellbeing, and mental clarity, Raghu believes that a resilient mind and healthy body are essential for exemplary leadership and continuous personal development.