Anusha Cheriathundam

Anu Cheriathundam joined Knexus as the VP of Finance and Administration in September 2025, bringing over two decades of experience in financial leadership and strategic operations within defense, aerospace, and other government contracting sectors. She is a seasoned finance executive known for driving growth and managing complex financial landscapes within government contracting and commercial organizations.

Prior to joining Knexus, Anu held leadership roles in finance and corporate management for government contractors of all sizes. Some notable roles include Chief Financial Officer for Eutelsat America Corp and VP of Finance at Linder Global Events. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong track record of financial stewardship and strategic planning. She also brings with her extensive experience in overall corporate operations which include regulatory compliance and employee relations.

Anu is deeply committed to serving her community and currently serves as Treasurer of the Board at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington. She is based in Arlington, Virgina and is a proud alumna of Virginia Tech (along with her 4 siblings) where she earned a B.S. in Finance.