Academic Speakers in India

Anand Kumar, hailing from Patna, Bihar, is a renowned Indian mathematician and columnist. He gained prominence for his groundbreaking initiative, the Super 30 program, launched in Patna in 2002. This initiative aims to coach economically disadvantaged students for the rigorous IIT-JEE entrance examination, opening doors to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Under his guidance, the Super 30 program has seen remarkable success, with 422 out of 510 students making it to the IITs by 2018. Anand Kumar's innovative approach and dedication to education have garnered international recognition, including a documentary feature by Discovery Channel. He has also shared his insights and experiences at esteemed institutions like MIT and Harvard, highlighting his efforts to empower underprivileged students across India.

This expert is a senior marketing Professor at SPJIMR, one of India's Leading Business Schools. Her research areas include Consumer Brand Relationships, Consumer Insight and Branding and Communication of Management Education. The expert has over 19 years of experience in the corporate and academic sectors. She has worked in the area of business and marketing strategy at Reliance Communications, Branding, and Communications and has consulted education institutions in developing academic curricula and marketing communication strategies. She has worked on consulting and research assignments with organizations across various sectors including FMCG, services, and telecom. She has held administrative positions at business schools in international relations, brand management, program management, and public relations. She has conducted several training programs for corporates in the area of Branding, Consumer Insight Generation, Sales Promotion, and Marketing strategy. She is an Economics graduate and MBA (Marketing) gold medallist.

Dr. Radhakant Padhi works as a Professor with Indian Institute of Science in the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Bangalore. As part of the core team of Indian Space Program, including Chandrayaan 2 and 3, he worked on the guidance and control algorithms, supported by esteemed organizations like MHRD, DRDO, ISRO, AFRL, and more. His current research ventures encompass spacecraft soft-landing, station-keeping, laser beam pointing, air traffic management, and intelligent artificial pancreas systems. His expertise spans optimal and nonlinear control synthesis, applied to aerospace, biomedical, and mechanical engineering challenges. He has authored 280+ publications and a book on Satellite Formation Flying.

Dr. Shivaji holds a PhD in Biochemistry with a specialization in Molecular Biology and Virology from the National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, an esteemed institution under the Indian Council of Medical Research in Mumbai. His research has significantly contributed to unraveling the transmission mechanisms and pathogenesis of HIV, earning international recognition through awards, scholarships, and presentations at prestigious scientific forums. Published in high-impact journals, his work has garnered acclaim for its contributions to global health.

Additionally, Dr. Shivaji serves as an Expert Guide point and GLG Member in the USA, offering expertise across various platforms including Atheneum, Alphasights, Tegus, Third Bridge, Life Sciences Strategy, UC Consulting for Healthcare, Right Angle, Coleman Research, focusing on areas encompassing Molecular Diagnostics, Biotechnology, and disease management. His proficiency spans Molecular, NGS, PCR Market, Life Sciences, Infectious Disease POCT, Laboratory design, NABL, and International market trends in Molecular Diagnostics.

Ideal career coaching for students is important in today's world to identify opportunities in the job market and choose the right career path in alignment to their interest. With experience in the field of life sciences, sports and management, I can help guide in building a strong career path along with defined personal development goals

Dr. Pallavi Rao Chaturvedi is a dynamic parenting coach and the Founder of one of India's fastest growing Parenting Platforms- Get, Set, Parent with Pallavi. She is the Vice President of the Early Childhood Association and the Founder of the Brainy Bear Preschool and Activity Club chain. She has been a speaker at numerous prestigious national and international forums, including the United Nations Headquarters in New York, the World Forum on Early Childhood Best Practices in Macao, World Education Summit at Dubai and the G20 Young Entrepreneurs' Summit in Istanbul. She is the winner of Business World 40Under40 award. She is also a consulting parenting expert with several reputed organizations in India.

Indradeep Ghosh is Executive Director of Dvara Research where he drives the research agenda and leads research priorities in coordination with the practice heads. Dvara Research is an independent, non-partisan, not-for-profit policy research institution based in India. Dr. Ghosh brings an interdisciplinary orientation to understanding and solving the problems of financial inclusion and social protection in India, and an enthusiasm for co-creating solutions in a style of constructive engagement with other research organizations, academic researchers, and practitioners.

Dr. Ghosh also interfaces regularly with policymakers and regulators to advocate for sensible pro-poor financial inclusion and social protection policies. In 2020, Dr. Ghosh led the drafting team for the Social Stock Exchange report (by SEBI’s Working Group), and in 2021, Dr. Ghosh served on the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Board of India’s Research Guidance Group. 

Dr Sapna Agrawal is an astute academician, dynamic and socially active with qualitative experience of 22+years in Knowledge management,  Training and Development, Child Psychology, Science and its spiritual understanding. She believes that  Creative intelligence is about looking beyond what you know and having the openness, willingness and curiosity to constantly push boundaries and challenge the status quo. She has conducted Training sessions & Conference Talks with School Leaders, Directors & Chairpersons of schools more than 4500 in numbers. 
She has been talking on Topics including Right Parenting, Public Speaking & Presentation Skills, Leadership, Team Building, Problem solving, Decision Making, Positive Mental Attitude, Interpersonal Skills, Emotional Intelligence and Lateral Thinking, Needs of 21st Century classrooms & teachers, EdTech new learning Tools.

I am on a mission to set up a "Business" in every small and middle-class household of my country. I believe each one of us can improve our standard of living and earnings with guided "Branding, Marketing and Sales Techniques. As an experienced corporate professional and a Professor, Kumail Kirmani is your ideal "go-to" MBA Guide. He consults and career guides students and working professionals on choosing the right MBA course and the right B-school across the globe. Thus, saving a lot of their #time and #money. #BeenThereDoneThat

As a Co-Founder in the edtech/fintech industry, Dheeraj has extensive experience in instructional design, team building, investing, and market research. He has also pursued several courses in Cyber Security and Blockchain to expand his knowledge and expertise. Dheeraj is the former Co-Founder of Kips Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd - India's Leading Publisher of School Computer Books and Digital Interactive Tools used by 6500 plus schools and over 5 Million students in India and the Middle East.

He talks about vulnerability in the digital era of cloud computing, AI and Machine Learning and online frauds along with emerging trends in cybersecurity.

As a highly experienced and accomplished Principal Scientist; I have spent twenty-eight years dedicated to advancing in Plant Genetic Resources and Agricultural Education system in India. I have a proven track record of effective implementation of the Government of India's schemes at a national level. My expertise lies in developing strategic plans and policies to enhance the quality and accessibility of higher education and plant genetic resources management. Through my leadership, I have successfully established collaborations with various national and international institutions to promote knowledge exchange and foster innovation. My strong background in research and development has allowed me to make significant contributions to the scientific community. I have authored numerous publications, and my work has been widely recognized. My ultimate goal is to make a meaningful impact on the agriculture and higher education sector by equipping the next generation of professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to tackle global challenges. 

A distinguished academician, eminent author, and renowned management expert, Prof. Joshi holds significant roles, including his nomination by the President of India as Member, University Court, Delhi University. Serving as an Independent Director on the Board of Ramagundam Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd and a Management Council Member at the All India Management Association (AIMA), he brings a wealth of expertise in compliance and governance. With an international footprint, he has conducted training programs, research, and consultancy across numerous countries. Prof. Joshi's acclaimed books, "International Business" and "International Marketing," published by Oxford University Press, showcase his scholarly aptitude. His reputation extends to being a Chief Resource Person for prestigious e-Learning courses, highlighting his global impact and recognition. Prof. Joshi is a sought-after expert, speaker, and author in national and international conferences, workshops, and forums.

Ajay Singh is heading the Supply Chain function at Hindustan Platinum as Vice President Supply Chain Management. He is a Business and Operational Leader with over 28 years of experience in Developing, Structuring, Operating and delivering multi functional tactical and strategic assignments predominantly in SCM- Strategic and Tactical Sourcing, International Multimodal Logistics Management (International and Domestic), Statutory Compliance's (SEZ/EOU/EHTP/Customs/International Warehousing, Outsourced Manufacturing in USA,Europe,Gulf region -AEO/CTPAT /VAT/REACH). A strong team leader and effective communicator with excellent presentation skills. A few accolades received across career path - Chief Procurement Officer of The Year Award 2023, Top 20 Visionary Supply Chain Leader of the Year 2023, Outstanding Supply Chain Leader Award of 2023, Transformational Procurement Leader of 2023, Professional Excellence in Strategic Sourcing & Procurement 2023.

An innovative educator adept at bringing in the 21st century into the secondary and tertiary education field, Munir has taken numerous sessions on career counseling in colleges and enterprises across the country. Not only is he known for his witty classroom sessions that help in improving the conceptual knowledge of his students, but he is also skilled in utilizing current educational concepts and career models both in and out of school and organization setting. With 8+ years of experience as a teacher, mentor and department chairperson, responsible for the innovation and development of new programs.

Prathamesh Kapote is an Edupreneur and Founder of CareerArch who has helped 1 lakh+ students and professionals in selecting the right career for themselves. he has an in depth knowledge and understanding of Career consulting and has 9+ years of experience. He was a participant of Young Social Entrepreneur 2017 organized by Singapore International Foundation. He was also nominated for Singapore International Foundations Overseas study Young Social Entrepreneur Shangai, China 2018 and felicitated as the Young Entrepreneur by Jagriti Yatra 2015.

With over 20 years of experience in marketing, Ajeesh is a creative and data-driven leader who can help you grow your brand and revenue. He is the Founder CEO and Fractional CMO of Ajeesh Venugopalan, a marketing consultancy that offers end-to-end solutions for B2B and B2C segments.
As a Kotler Award winner and a certified graphic designer, web developer, and film maker, he has a blend of the right and the left brain, and a passion for creating engaging and impactful content and campaigns. He has hands-on experience in marketing automation, SEO, social media, event management, analyst relations, and account-based marketing. Whether you need a CMO who can get you started in the right direction, or a partner who can support your existing marketing efforts, he is ready to help you achieve your goals.

Giri Balasubramaniam, better known by his pseudonym Pickbrain, is a noted quizmaster and co-founder of Greycaps, Asia’s largest onstage quizzing and knowledge services company. Seen every weekend hosting quiz shows on national television channels in India hosting, he is also the mind behind the Global Awareness Program (GAP), one of India’s first focused and structured knowledge enhancement programmes for school children. He and his team have presented over 2000 shows across 94 destinations of India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA to emerge as one of the fastest growing quiz hosts from the region. 

Giri has previously worked with The Economic Times, The Walt Disney Company and Indiainfo.com for over a decade before launching Greycaps. He is a regular speaker at conferences and educational institutions. He has presented over 2000 shows across India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA.  

Dr. Rajdeep Manwani, an exceptional academician, life coach, and motivational speaker, currently coordinates the Commerce Department at Jain University. Despite losing 65% of his vision due to macular degeneration at age 13, Rajdeep triumphed over adversity. Holding triple postgraduate degrees—M.Com, MBA, M.Phil—and a Ph.D. in commerce, is a gold medalist in M.Com and M.Phil. A notable orator, Rajdeep excelled in debates, winning the best speaker title at the 2008 International Tape Speech competition by Toastmasters International. Rajdeep's accolades include the Distinguished Toastmaster and a National Award as a role model for empowering persons with disabilities, bestowed by the President of India in December 2013. Despite vision challenges, Rajdeep, continues to inspire as a lecturer, motivational speaker, life coach, and quizmaster, with notable appearances at a TEDx conference and the India Leadership Conclave alongside luminaries like adman Prahlad Kakkar and Sri Sri Ravishankar.
 

Prof. Dinesh Singh, a distinguished academic leader and policy maker, has received accolades such as the Padma Shri, India's prestigious civilian award, for his groundbreaking contributions to education. Renowned for his innovative reforms, he served as Vice Chancellor of Delhi University, where he established the Cluster Innovation Centre, offering pioneering degree programs. Prof. Singh holds esteemed positions at University of Delhi, Middlesex University, University of Houston, K. R. Mangalam University, and Shoolini University. He is also affiliated with institutions like Imperial College London and IIIT Delhi. Prof. Singh's influence extends globally through public lectures on policy, education, and scientific ideas. He has served on prestigious boards and committees, including the Association of Commonwealth Universities and the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Union Cabinet, Government of India, shaping educational policy and fostering intellectual discourse.

Montek Singh Ahluwalia is an Indian economist and civil servant who was the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India, a position which carried the rank of a Cabinet Minister. He is currently a Visiting Professor at the New York Stern School of Business.  Prior to taking up his position at the IMF, Mr. Ahluwalia was a Member of the Planning Commission as well as a Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. A key figure in India’s economic reforms from the early 1980s onwards, he has held several important positions including Special Secretary to the Indian Prime Minister (1988–90); Commerce Secretary (1990–91); Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance (1991–93); and Finance Secretary, Ministry of Finance (1993–98). Former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India until 2014. His extraordinary contributions to public service and economic policy earned him the prestigious Padma Vibhushan in 2011, India's second-highest civilian honor.

Mr. Rizvi is the Professor of leadership & Change Management at IMI, New Delhi. In his 25+ years of professional career he has taught, trained, researched, consulted and led various academic and business organizations at private, public, non-governmental, and multinational corporations in India and abroad. Some of the organizations he has been associated are HCL Ltd (Reprographic Division), Faculty of Management Studies (University of Delhi), IILM Graduate School of Management, and NIS Sparta (a Reliance Anil Ambani Group Company). Dr. Rizvi is a visiting Professor of Organizational Behavior to the MBA programs at the National Graduate School of Management (NGSM), Australian National University (ANU), Canberra (Australia); Shanghai University, (China); and International School of Management, Dakar, Senegal (West Africa); and other Universities. As a Leadership & Change Management specialist, he has conducted various research and consulting projects sponsored by AusAID-Australia, DFID-UK, SDC-Switzerland, World Health Organization (WHO), and World Bank.

In the her world, Law meets psychology and offers nuptial bond with technology, intertwining with innovation, and entrepreneurship. Meet Author, Ekata Deb, for her ground breaking Law book on 2023 and an illuminating Academic Book on psychology on 2022. Her works and areas of research interest stands at the forefront of reshaping the legal landscape. With an insatiable hunger for innovation, she merges legal acumen, behavioral insights, and technological prowess to drive transformative impact. Ekata is a seasoned expert offering unparalleled legal consultation, in-depth research, advanced psychological insights, strategic techno-legal ideas, and authoritative academic writing.  Her researches transcend boundaries, exploring AI's influence on Cyber Crime, Criminal profiling, AI-generated Judgement, Mental Health in Penal Provision, and the interplay between Criminal Law and Personality Disorders.

Jayant Sharma, a seasoned software engineer 3 at Google with 5 years of experience, excels in end-to-end product development. Having worked at Google and Goldman Sachs, he's conducted 150+ interviews, contributing significantly to team building.
His passion for algorithms and competitive programming reflects in top 10 rankings in India for Google Code Jam, Facebook HackerCup, and ACM ICPC.
Notably, Jayant has won an iPhone in a Goldman Sachs algorithmic competition: https://codeblogs.quora.com/Winning-an-iPhone-at-Goldman-Sachs.
Jayant also generously offers guidance for interviews at top-tier companies.

A skilled professional with extensive experience in HR, Administration, Management, Teaching, and Training, they hold a Ph.D. in Research and are a Post Graduate in Business Administration, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Central to their professional identity is a profound understanding of HR functions. Renowned as an accomplished Human Resources Professional, they have dedicated experience in fostering organizational success through strategic HR initiatives.

With a passion for transforming individuals and organizations through effective training and development, they conduct workshops and training sessions both online and offline on Professional Skills for students and adults. They have successfully trained national and international candidates on nonverbal communication, Voice and Accent, and Personality Development among others. Additionally, they mentor young minds and aspirational speakers on the art of public speaking, confidence building, communication, and presentation skills.

Seema Bhandari's journey epitomizes resilience and self-discovery. After completing her B.Com in 1987 and a distance MBA in 1989, she prioritized family upon marriage, dedicating herself to raising her two children. It wasn't until 2009, at 43, that she embarked on a transformative path. Enrolling in a Montessori Teacher Training Course, she was certified in 2010 and joined Little Scholars Montessori House & Play School in Kolkata. Now, for almost 15 years, Seema has been shaping young minds aged 2-6, playing a pivotal role in their formative years. Her transition from homemaker to professional underscores grit and determination, inspiring others to pursue their dreams regardless of age. Seema's journey reminds us that it's never too late to pursue one's passions and carve a meaningful career path to create impact.

Professor Kavil Ramachandran, a founding faculty set up the Wadhwani Centre for Entrepreneurship Development at the ISB in 2001. Later, he was the Associate Dean (Academic Programmes) before becoming the Thomas Schmidheiny Chair Professor of Family Business and Wealth Management and then the Executive Director of the Thomas Schmidheiny Centre for Family Enterprise till recently at the Indian School of Business. He has specialized in family business, entrepreneurship and strategy and has 36 years of combined experience as an academic at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and the Indian School of Business. His consulting experience includes areas such as family business governance, professionalization, succession planning, strategic planning, identification of new opportunities for growth, corporate entrepreneurship and turn around strategies in family and non-family environments. His special expertise is in managing the challenges at the interface of governance, professionalization and strategy, particularly in rapidly growing mid-size multi-generational family businesses.

Dr. Shreyas Srivatsan is a distinguished professional dedicated to advancing business excellence within the Tata Group, one of the most prestigious and globally recognized conglomerates. With a robust academic background and extensive industry experience, Dr. Shreyas plays a pivotal role in driving organizational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the Tata Group’s diverse portfolio. Dr. Shreyas brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. His career is marked by a deep commitment to Business Management, Business Excellence, Business Strategy, Business Analytics. At Tata Group Dr. Shreyas is instrumental in designing and implementing frameworks that enhance operational efficiency, drive performance, and ensure sustainable growth. An active participant in global forums and conferences, where he shares his expertise and perspectives on business excellence and organizational transformation. His thought leadership and innovative approaches continue to inspire business leaders and professionals around the world.

Shiv has always been deeply interested in the interface between industry and academia. He believes that a shared area of interest, passion, or even a hobby can strengthen the relationship between university theories and the practical realities of various industries. Shiv is currently focused on building OneVarsity, a platform designed to enhance industry-academia collaboration. With extensive experience in corporate finance, investor relations, business planning, and strategy, Shiv has worked across multiple industries, including education and edutech, fintech, banking and NBFC, industrial groups, and consumer and retail. His diverse background fuels his commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Pratibha is an accomplished Senior Executive in Human Resources with extensive experience in HR operations, including onboarding, induction, offboarding, employee engagement, and grievance handling. With a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from NBA, she has a strong foundation in HR practices. Pratibha is known for her ability to create positive work environments, effectively manage HR processes, and align employee needs with organizational objectives. Her dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction and ensuring smooth HR operations makes her a valuable asset to any organization.

Dakshdeep Singh is a visionary leader specializing in product strategy and customer delivery across India and the APAC region. He aligns product roadmaps with the company’s overarching vision and business goals, using market insights, customer feedback, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.

As a strategic thinker, Dakshdeep charts the course for his organization’s future, focusing on delivering exceptional customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. He leads customer delivery efforts, collaborating with leadership teams to develop HR strategies, define technological trajectories, and design actionable implementation roadmaps. Dakshdeep’s approach ensures seamless execution, fostering strong relationships with customers and driving continuous improvement across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation, he is committed to shaping the future of business through strategic leadership and impactful solutions.

I am a seasoned power sector professional passionate about energy economics and sustainability. I am well versed in the rules and regulations of the Indian power sector and the international benchmarks in developed economies. I hold a Ph.D in energy economics plus an MBA from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Nagpur University. I am also a fitness enthusiast with GOQII, a vibrant health platform, having contributed to health blogs and talk shows.