Chief Business Officer
Stellar Development Foundation
Raja Chakravorti is the Chief Business Officer at the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), a non-profit organization focused on working with and supporting changemakers to create equitable access to the global financial system through blockchain technology. At SDF, he oversees the strategic direction and execution of the organization’s partnerships and investment activities. With two decades of experience across financial services and technology leading and growing businesses, he is a highly tenured leader with a proven track record of success in business development, strategic partnerships, product development, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams.
Raja's career has been marked by his ability to drive innovation and growth in various industries, including fintech, payments, and insurance. Prior to joining SDF, he led product partnerships and business development for Universal Access at Plaid (a leading financial data network company), built and scaled Root Enterprise (an insurance technology platform) with a focus on B2B solutions, and drove revenue growth and partnerships for PayPal’s North America business. Raja's early career focused on structured finance, capital markets, and securitization at JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs. He has a deep understanding of the financial services industry and a passion for creating solutions that empower consumers and businesses.
Raja is an active member of the community and is passionate about giving back. Beyond his professional achievements, he is an emerging marathon runner, a dedicated coach for his two daughters, and a supporter of educational opportunities for girls in India. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from UCLA Anderson School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics with a minor in Statistics from the University of Michigan
As the financial industry explores the next wave of innovation, tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) has emerged as one of the most promising—yet misunderstood—frontiers. From bonds and real estate to trade finance and private credit, tokenization offers the potential for greater liquidity, transparency, and efficiency. But despite its promise, widespread adoption remains limited by regulatory uncertainty, technical integration challenges, and market readiness.
This panel discussion will explore the real benefits and the practical obstacles of tokenization, giving TradFi on-chain newcomers a grounded understanding of where the value truly lies, what barriers must be addressed, and how TradFi institutions can strategically engage in this evolving landscape. Among the topics to be addressed: