Amol Dhargalkar appointed to APIA Scholars Board of Directors
Amol Dhargalkar, a Managing Partner and Board Chair at global financial services company Chatham Financial, has recently been appointed to the Board of Directors of APIA Scholars. With his extensive experience in financial risk management and strategic leadership, Dhargalkar is expected to make significant contributions to the nonprofit organization's mission.
APIA Scholars, founded in 2003, is dedicated to the academic, personal, and professional success of Asian Pacific Islander American scholars, particularly those in need. The organisation carries out its mission through various initiatives, including scholarships, student success programs, research, and applied partnerships.
Dhargalkar's expertise will be invaluable in advancing APIA Scholars' efforts. As the head of Chatham Financial's Global Corporates Sector, he serves over 300 companies across advisory and technology solutions in financial risk management. His focus extends to both public and private companies in various industries such as real estate, private equity, telecommunications, technology, industrials, and healthcare.
Dhargalkar has over 25 years of experience advising some of the world's largest companies on hedging programs involving interest rate, currency, and commodity risks. At Chatham Financial, he is responsible for the development, execution, and ongoing management of these programs. He also led the establishment of the Corporates sector at Chatham in 2010.
Before joining Chatham Financial, Dhargalkar received his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, where he was a Palmer Scholar. He graduated from The Pennsylvania State University with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and economics.
Dhargalkar's appointment to the APIA Scholars Board of Directors marks a significant step in the organisation's continued growth and success. His financial expertise and commitment to empowering the next generation of students align perfectly with APIA Scholars' mission.
Sources: [1] Chatham Financial - https://www.chathamfinancial.com/about/team/amol-dhargalkar [2] APIA Scholars - https://apiascholars.org/ [3] Wharton School - https://www.wharton.upenn.edu/
Dhargalkar's extensive background in the finance industry, particularly in business risk management, positions him to provide insightful guidance to APIA Scholars as they navigate financial aspects of their operations and initiatives. With his experience in corporate leadership and commitment to education and self-development, Amol Dhargalkar's involvement is expected to have a positive impact on the future success of Asian Pacific Islander American scholars.
