About the author
A. Mariyadas
Born into a refugee family, A. Mariyadas’s journey is a powerful story of resilience, faith, and reinvention. From modest beginnings, he charted a path that would take him from adversity to achievement — earning a degree from the University of Cambridge and building a global career with leading institutions such as J.P. Morgan and Deloitte.
But beyond corporate success, his life has always been guided by a deeper search — for meaning, balance, and purpose. Over the years, he realised that true fulfilment isn’t found in titles or paychecks, but in the ability to design a life that reflects your values, passions, and growth in multiple dimensions.
That belief inspired him to create Portfolio Living — a philosophy for designing a life of purpose, balance, and freedom. Through this concept, A. Mariyadas helps people see themselves not as a single profession or label, but as a collection of evolving passions, pursuits, and roles — a living portfolio of experiences that together form a purposeful life.
Today, he blends his background in finance, technology, and education with his work as an author, mentor, and speaker. His mission is to empower others to move beyond linear career paths, cultivate inner resilience, and align success with meaning.
Through his writing, talks, and advisory work, A. Mariyadas reminds readers that no matter where you begin, you have the power to redefine what’s possible — and to design a life that’s not just successful, but truly fulfilled.