Janani Chandran

Group Manager (Project Management), Rakuten

Singapore

Janani Chandran works as a Group Project Manager at Rakuten Asia. She is passionate about the world of e-commerce, advertisements, and digital payments. Janani actively mentors individuals on "Breaking into Tech" and "Making a Pivot into Project Management".

With over a decade of experience as a Project and Product Manager, Janani focuses on fostering communication, collaboration, growth, and creativity. Prior to joining Rakuten, she worked with global companies including Chubb, PayPal, Motorola, and LG. As a Diversity and Inclusion champion, she supports initiatives that promote equality. Janani envisions a world where differences are valued and appreciated, leading to superior results.

Outside of work, Janani enjoys yoga, gardening, travelling, and connecting with nature. Currently, she is running a Project Mentorship Program at Rakuten Asia to support aspiring Project Managers in learning more about the field.