Ashwin Damera
Ashwin Damera, as CEO and Co-Founder of Emeritus, has spearheaded the company's mission to make high-quality education accessible and affordable globally since 2015. Under his leadership, Emeritus has grown to serve over 300,000 learners through partnerships with 80+ universities, earning accolades such as "World's #1 EdTech by TIME in 2024" and the "Global Leader" award in The EdTech Awards 2023. He focuses on driving strategic growth, university outreach, and global market expansion, demonstrating a significant impact on transforming education through technology.
Career Milestones
- Ashwin Damera co-founded Travelguru in 2005, leading to its acquisition by Travelocity in 2009.
- He then co-founded Eruditus in 2011, scaling it into a global EdTech unicorn valued over $3.2 billion.
- As CEO of Emeritus since 2016, he has made high-quality education accessible worldwide through university partnerships.
- Damera was honored with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2023 and the "Global Leader" category in The EdTech Awards 2023.
- His vision continues to transform global education.
About Emeritus
Emeritus is a global leader in making high-quality education accessible and affordable through partnerships with over 80 top-tier universities. It serves professionals worldwide, offering online courses and executive programs for career advancement and upskilling. A key differentiator is its innovative technology platform, which provides personalized and adaptive learning experiences, contributing to its reputation as a top EdTech company.