Shankar Subramanian is an accomplished IT professional with extensive experience in enterprise architecture, digital strategy, and solution design across various sectors, notably within Virgin Australia and its associated entities. Currently serving as Principal Enterprise Architect at Virgin Australia since March 2020, Shankar leads teams in developing technology strategies and roadmaps that enhance operational capabilities, particularly in distribution and payments. Previous roles include Enterprise Architect for Velocity Frequent Flyer, where Shankar established an Enterprise Architecture function, and Associate Director at KPMG Australia, delivering consulting services in digital strategy and enterprise architecture. With a solid educational background, including a Master's degree in Information Technology from Queensland University of Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mysore, Shankar combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive business outcomes.