Shankh Mitra, an engineer originally from Kolkata, is making headlines as he takes the helm at Welltower, earning the title of the world’s second-highest paid CEO. His remarkable compensation of $821 million in 2025, primarily through stock awards linked to the company’s long-term success, exemplifies the rising trend in executive remuneration. Mitra’s inspiring path from Jadavpur University to corporate stardom serves as a motivating story for many aspiring leaders.
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Meet Shankh Mitra, Indian-origin CEO ranked second-highest paid in the world after Elon Musk
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