Who is Shankh Mitra? The Indian-origin CEO who became the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 af
- Posted on June 26, 2026
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Who is Shankh Mitra? The Indian-origin CEO who became the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 af
Indian-origin Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, has been named the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 with an $821 million package, largely stock-based and tied to long-term performance. This highlights a surge in executive pay, with nearly a dozen leaders exceeding $200 million. Mitra's impressive rise from Jadavpur University to this global financial pinnacle underscores the growing impact of Indian talent in international business.
