Karthikeyan Shanmugam is a Senior Manager in WRI India's Core Communications department. He leads institutional design and branding efforts, helping program teams adhere to institutional branding guidelines. Karthikeyan focuses on strategic planning, project management, and maintaining design consistency across communication initiatives.

An engineer turned artist, Karthikeyan holds a degree in visual communication and animation engineering. He has extensive experience working with both government agencies and leading corporations. Before joining WRI India, he worked in the communications sector for the Government of Tamil Nadu, focusing on investment and promotion.

Outside of work, Karthikeyan enjoys street photography, capturing authentic moments in the bustling streets. This hobby complements his design work and highlights his appreciation for visual storytelling. Karthikeyan resides in Chennai and is a fan of Thala and CSK.