Acumen Welcomes Karan Khemka as a New Board Member and Investor to Drive Future Growth

New Board Appointment Signals Acumen’s Next Phase of Expansion and Innovation

Acumen, is pleased to announce that Karan Khemka has joined the company as a Board member and investor. Karan, a globally recognised expert in the education sector, brings over two decades of experience and a proven track record of leadership in the field. His appointment marks a pivotal moment for Acumen as the company embarks on an exciting new phase of growth and development.

Karan Khemka: A Visionary Leader in Education

Karan Khemka is a Partner at EMK Capital, where he oversees the EMK Accelerate team with a strong focus on investing in education businesses. He was the founder of the education consulting practice at Parthenon Group, which was later acquired by EY to become EY Parthenon. Under Karan’s leadership, EY Parthenon became the pre-eminent strategic advisor to the global education sector, developing high-value research products and consulting services that transformed educational institutions and businesses worldwide.

Karan’s expertise spans a wide array of educational sectors, including higher education, K-12, vocational training, government-funded programmes, and Pre-K. He has completed projects in over 30 countries, including China, India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Australia, the UK, and Latin America. His work in international market entry strategies and high-impact educational solutions has earned him recognition as a thought leader in the field.

Unlocking Acumen’s 10X Potential

Karan’s decision to join Acumen reflects his belief in the company’s vast untapped potential. He commented:

“I am deeply honoured to join the Acumen team. I have long admired how Acumen – Sannam S4 has established itself as a market leader and the most trusted firm in its space. The team’s drive and the incredible 10X growth potential in the business are what drew me to this opportunity. I look forward to working together to leverage Acumen’s valuable network and build cutting-edge data and insight assets that will set us apart in the higher education sector.”

Karan has served on the boards of several leading education organisations, including Honoris United Universities, Africa’s largest private higher education network, and Tata ClassEdge, a company innovating educational technology in India. He was also an early investor and board member of LeverageEdu, a leading platform for student recruitment, finance, and housing. Karan’s involvement in these initiatives underscores his commitment to transforming education through innovative and data-driven solutions.

Shaping the Future of Acumen

Adrian Mutton, CEO of Acumen, shared his enthusiasm for Karan’s appointment:

“Karan’s expertise and vision align perfectly with Acumen’s strategic goals. His track record of success in education and leadership is a huge asset to our company, and we are thrilled to welcome him to the Board. Karan’s commitment to our future speaks volumes about the potential we have, and I am confident that together we will achieve remarkable growth and value creation.”

With Karan Khemka’s addition to the Board, Acumen is set to deepen its engagement with the global education community and strengthen its service offerings through data-driven insights and innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of the higher education sector.