Rupa Deepanju

Rupa is an Operating Partner at Positive Moves with close to a decade of experience in consulting, client management, and global executive search. She brings deep functional and domain expertise in Technology Services, Digital Product Engineering, and ER&D, having successfully led CXO-level mandates across diverse geographies.

She spearheads the firm’s CFO search practice and has played a pivotal role in establishing Positive Moves’ Data, Analytics & AI vertical, breaking new ground by delivering greenfield mandates in this evolving space. Known for her structured execution and sharp research acumen, Rupa thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments where precision and speed are critical.

Her professional approach is rooted in curiosity, empathy, and a commitment to clarity and outcomes, qualities that make her a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates.

Rupa holds an MBA from IMT Nagpur and a Bachelor’s in Economics from Miranda House, Delhi University. Based in Mumbai, she balances her professional rigor with a wide range of personal pursuits. A passionate long-distance runner, she has completed eight half-marathons across India and abroad. She is also a dedicated nature enthusiast, birder, stargazer, and an avid traveller with a keen interest in global cultures and cuisines. A tennis aficionado and Formula 1 follower, Rupa brings passion, discipline, and focus to everything she does.