Guardian India Operations Private Limited, the global capability centre for The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, has announced the appointment of Karunakaran Azhisur as Country Head – India.
In his new role as the Country Head – India, Azhisur will be reporting to Michael Prestileo, Chief Strategy Officer and Chair of the Guardian India Board. He will also continue to serve as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Guardian India.
“Karun’s extensive global experience and proven ability to drive complex transformations make him an ideal leader for Guardian India. His strategic vision and disciplined execution will be instrumental as we advance our technology strategy and accelerate innovation for our policyholders,” Prestileo said.
“Guardian India’s strength lies in its people and culture. As we move into the next phase of growth, my focus will be on building teams, nurturing leadership and creating an environment where technology and talent come together to enable transformation,” said Azhisur.
Published on January 21, 2026
