Currently National Head of Healthcare in Macquarie Group’s Banking and Financial Services division, Mahesh has 18 years’ experience in the banking sector, starting in a call centre at St George Bank soon after finishing high school. Sustained career progression in leadership and strategy positions leN li0le =me for study; however, he earned a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and a Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innova=on (Adelaide University) during this =me. He was promoted to Director at Macquarie in 2014 as head of the Financial Services segment, with the team growing to over $1b in loans and deposits since the lows of the Global Financial Crisis when he joined in 2009.

Mahesh is thrilled at the prospect of enriching his vocationally acquired skills with academic theory and practice through his MBA. His excitement is particularly directed towards Cranfield, a renowned institution with an international focus, deep industry links, and a rich history in business and management studies.

He will use his MBA to progress his career- not only to focus on financial growth and the expected dividends but also on how business leaders can encourage the propagation of social dividends that contribute to a business’s employees and the communities they serve.

Despite his professional achievements, Mahesh remains grounded with a strong affinity for the outdoors. Hailing from the south coast of NSW, he finds solace in the beach and hiking, often seeking opportunities to escape the city. His love for reading and regular attendance at sports and music events further enriched his life outside the boardroom.