Ram Jayaraman

Led strategy engagements sponsored by C-suite spanning long-term payments strategy, transformative M&A and new product development with focus on emerging tech in payments. - Led assessments of emerging payments technologies (emphasis on mobile payments, authentication, loyalty/offers, payment processing, machine learning applications).

Led product and technology teams to conceptualize, build and scale innovations in payments solutions for the Amex Business travel segment. - Won American Express Chairman’s Award for Innovation for concept and launch of new travel product (company’s top award).

Served clients on a broad range of financial and strategic advisory assignments including M&A, recapitalizations, public offerings and corporate risk management.