Anindya Kar, a 1996 graduate of Dolna, blends academic excellence, entrepreneurial impact, and a deep commitment to climate action. He earned a B.Engg. in Computer Science from Jadavpur University, followed by an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, where he graduated top of his class and received the President’s Gold Medal for scholastic achievement.
Anindya began his career in investment banking, leading derivatives structuring for global firms such as Standard Chartered, Merrill Lynch, and Deutsche Bank. He then pivoted to entrepreneurship, co-founding LearnPick, an online tutoring marketplace that grew to over one million users across 13 countries. He later launched Sportiqo, a sports analytics platform, applying his expertise in finance, data, and product strategy.
Today, Anindya leads CarbonMatters Solutions, a sustainability consultancy helping organizations measure emissions, map Scope 3 supply chains, and build net-zero strategies. A CFA charterholder, he is currently pursuing a Master’s in Sustainability at Harvard University.
Anindya is also an award-winning public speaker and frequent presenter on climate and corporate responsibility. With two decades of global experience, he now focuses on building solutions that serve both business and the planet. He lives in Toronto with his wife, two children, and a Golden Retriever.
