Award-Winning Journalist, Ex-Bloomberg, Former Yahoo Finance UK Reporter, Founder & CEO of The Summit Group & Columnist for The Canadian Press
Kumutha Ramanathan’s Biography:
Kumutha Ramanathan is an award-winning journalist, media strategist and founder and CEO of The Summit Group, widely recognised for advising PLCs, financial institutions and senior leaders on strategic storytelling, reputation management and brand positioning. Kumutha is hired as a speaker for her ability to translate high-stakes media experience into practical leadership insight, helping organisations communicate with clarity, influence audiences and perform under pressure in complex environments.
Kumutha began her career in broadcast journalism, working as a news anchor, reporter and producer for outlets including CP24, CTV Winnipeg and CKX Television. She later joined CBC before progressing to CTV News, where she strengthened her reporting and storytelling expertise. Moving into business journalism, Kumutha became a correspondent and presenter for World Finance, European CEO and The New Economy, before joining Bloomberg as a reporter and producer. She then worked as an on-air reporter and writer at Yahoo Finance UK, before returning to Bloomberg as a financial markets television reporter at BNN Bloomberg, covering global economics, technology and monetary policy.
Kumutha’s work has received industry recognition, including First Place for Reporting from the South Asian Journalists Association for her coverage of marginalised communities. She was also named a finalist at the Asian Women of Achievement Awards in the media category. Alongside her leadership role, Kumutha is a finance columnist for The Canadian Press, continuing to contribute to discussions on business, markets and economic trends.
Kumutha now leads The Summit Group, where she advises leaders on building strategic narratives and navigating high-pressure environments. Drawing on her experience interviewing senior executives and managing live broadcasts during major market events, she brings a unique perspective on communication, leadership and performance, supporting organisations to operate with confidence and impact.
Why Hire Kumutha Ramanathan?
Kumutha delivers actionable insight drawn from frontline experience in global media and financial reporting, offering audiences a rare perspective on how leaders can communicate effectively when stakes are high. She equips organisations with frameworks for decision-making, message clarity and reputation management, helping teams perform under pressure and adapt to uncertainty. Her sessions are practical, commercially focused and tailored to business audiences, making her a valuable choice for leadership events, corporate conferences and executive development programmes.
Kumutha Ramanathan’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Kumutha Ramanathan’s remarkable career in media and journalism:
- 2026 – Continues her role at The Summit Group & The Canadian Press
- 2025 – Columnist, The Canadian Press
- 2024 – Founder & CEO, The Summit Group
- 2022 – Financial Markets Television Reporter, BNN Bloomberg
- 2020 – On-Air Reporter/Writer, Yahoo Finance UK
- 2015 – Reporter/Producer, Bloomberg LP
- 2014 – Business Correspondent/News Presenter, World Finance/European CEO/The New Economy
- 2012 – Television Reporter/Producer, CTV News
- 2011 – News Anchor/Television Reporter, CBC
- 2008 – News Anchor/Reporter/Producer, CP24, CTV Winnipeg & CKX Television
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Testimonials
“I found Kumutha to be most professional in all interactions. She did justice to a very important cause. We were honored to have her serve in her capacity as moderator for the event. We would be very comfortable to have her work with us in the future.” – Sal, Former Board Director, Empire Club of Canada
“A colleague of mine highly recommended Kumutha, and I can see why. She combines intelligence with a delightful easygoing demeanor. In no time at all, she dramatically transformed my client’s social media presence by crafting a compelling, results-driven creative blueprint.” – Peter, Founding Partner, Pathway Group
“Your charm, grace, and professionalism truly made the evening special and memorable. You didn’t just host; you elevated the entire event, creating a wonderful atmosphere for everyone. We’re incredibly grateful for your contribution,” – Tanya, President & CEO, VersaFi
“I was not comfortable in the digital space. Kumutha knew this, but she saw something in me and she intellectually challenged me; she collaborated with me so that the video topics were authentic and my own, it felt real to me. Kumutha helped me grow and I absolutely would work with her again.” – Norm, Former City Manager of Thunder Bay, Principal at Norm Gale Strategies
“Kumutha contributed to our communication effectiveness and results by encouraging, coaching and informing both the message and its delivery. My thanks to Kumutha for her communications leadership.” – Dr. Gervan Fearon, President, George Brown College
Speaking Topics
Kumutha Ramanathan’s Official Keynote Topics:
- News & Correspondents
- Media & Journalism
- Finance & Banking
- Economics
- Emerging Markets
How Much Does Kumutha Ramanathan Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Kumutha Ramanathan?
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