Nashid Chowdhury
Investment and Trade Commissioner
Government of Western Australia, India-Gulf Region

Nashid Chowdhury is a highly accomplished international marketing, communications, and business development advisor, boasting an impressive track record of assisting Australian businesses in effectively promoting their products and services in global markets. With a strong focus on strategic marketing and business development, Nashid has been instrumental in elevating the visibility of specific Australian industries and enterprises in international arenas.

Acknowledged for her exceptional ability to foster and expand productive relationships, Nashid Chowdhury has successfully cultivated connections with prominent business and industry clients, both at the national and global level. Her well-developed communication and interpersonal skills enable seamless liaison with stakeholders across all levels of hierarchy. As an expert in her field, Nashid’s expertise has significantly contributed to the success of numerous ventures in the realm of international marketing and business expansion.

Bharath Madhavan
Correspondent
Lalaji Memorial Omega International School

Bharath Madhavan did his B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering at IIT Madras and then went to USA for higher studies. He did two Masters in USA, one in Robotics at University of Maryland, College Park, and another Masters in Telecommunication at Johns Hopkins University. Bharath lived in the USA for a total of 16 years and then moved back to India in the year 2010 to further pursue his career.

Prior to taking up this role as the Correspondent of Omega school, he worked as the Solutions Architect for Cisco Inc, in the field of Video and Cloud technologies and has a total career experience of 25 years in the professional space. He has played various leadership roles as part of his career in both large companies as well as start-up companies alike.

Bharath started the practice of meditation in USA, under the Sahaj Marg system of Heartfulness Meditation and has embraced the practice of meditation to be a part and parcel of his daily living. The ability to integrate meditation into his daily life has helped Bharath in leading a balanced life and enables him to aspire towards self-development and inner-excellence. Bharath is also the Director of Heartfulness Education Programs and is actively involved in organizing events and managing programs in various schools across the country.”

Suhas Krishnamoorthy
Lead Consultant
Data Privacy Paramount Computer Systems

Suhas is a Data Privacy professional who has 8+ years of experience working in consulting and advisory projects; which includes implementing large scale privacy programs for global organizations. He works on solving customer’s complex Data Privacy problems, assists in risk mitigation, and ensures regulatory compliance for his clients. He has received the designation of Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) from International Association of Privacy Professionals, which is one of the highest honors in the field. Suhas has keen interest in publishing blogs and creating content around Data Privacy and protection. He completed his management degree from Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai.

Dr S Bhavanishankar
Director – Strategy, Research and Innovation
Lalaji Memorial Omega International School

Dr. Bhavanishankar Subramanian is a passionate, highly experienced and acclaimed educationist who has been hugely successful in building institutional excellence. He has worked across organisations engaged in social enterprise building, environmental sustainability, academic research, post-secondary and K-12 education. An accomplished academic with research and management qualifications, teaching and training certifications and keen leadership capabilities he brings with him strategic skills to seed, nurture and manage the change continuum in education. Hugely committed to building capacity across academic verticals, he currently directs and leads a team of dedicated educators and actively engages in progressing organizational transformation through the fast changing education environments. His personal interests focus on stakeholder guidance, health and well-being, curricular & instructional designs/practices, policies & operational frameworks, teaching & professional training, ideation & innovations, inquiry & experiential research.

Ravi Varanasi
Global Commercial Head – Chemicals
Thermax Limited

Ravi Varanasi is a seasoned professional who has dedicated the last 30 years to continuous learning from industry colleagues in the Power & Water sector. With a specialization in value pricing, he possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field. Ravi is highly skilled in P&L Management, effectively driving business growth, and motivating individuals to pursue their aspirations by uncovering their hidden strengths. His passion for empowering both companies and colleagues alike shines through in every endeavor he undertakes. With an impressive track record of delivering exceptional results, Ravi Varanasi’s contributions have made a lasting impact on the industry.

Raghavan ML
Head, Digital Business,
Sun Group

Raghavan ML, a true lover of consumer insights and their impact on consumer thinking, boasts an impressive career spanning over two decades at the renowned University of Advertising J Walter Thompson. With a diverse portfolio, he has worked on more than 20 different categories, ranging from FMCG to finance, retail to real estate, satellite channels to software companies, and cycles to automobiles. Throughout his journey, Raghavan has played a pivotal role in shaping and elevating some of the most prominent brands in India.

While he may have entered the digital realm later in his career, Raghavan’s passion for the field is undeniable. Now possessing a digital soul housed in a body molded by traditional media, he remains deeply fascinated by the potential of Big Data and Analytics to uncover new insights and facets of consumer behavior.

Raghavan firmly believes in the power of content, proclaiming it as the reigning king, and he sees OTT (Over-The-Top) platforms as the future of media consumption. With his wealth of experience and forward-thinking mindset, Raghavan ML continues to make a significant impact on the ever-evolving landscape of advertising and consumer engagement.

Krishnakumar Balasubramanian
Actor, Artistic Director
The Little Theatre

Krishnakumar Balasubramanian, renowned as KK, is a distinguished Indian film and stage actor, acclaimed for his exceptional talent and years of experience. He holds the esteemed position of the artistic director at The Little Theatre (India), a role he skillfully navigates. Krishnakumar is credited for scripting and directing numerous stage plays, including the captivating Christmas pantomimes ‘Alice in iLand’ and ‘The Free Musketeers’, along with notable musicals such as ‘Atita’ and ‘Gapsaa – Fully Loaded’.

Notably, he showcased his prowess as Captain Chaitanya Rao ‘Che’ in the Suriya starrer ‘Soorarai Pottru’, garnering acclaim for his role. His career extends beyond acting, as he served as the theatre director for Kalakshetra Foundation’s dance theatre production commemorating Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th Birthday celebration. Additionally, Krishnakumar was featured in the full-length feature film ‘Kadhalagi’ alongside actor Prakash Raj, demonstrating his versatile talents.

Beyond the realm of acting, Krishnakumar is a distinguished member of the Global Shapers community, an initiative of the World Economic Forum. His participation in global forums, such as the World Economic Forum on India, exemplifies his commitment to meaningful dialogues. With a rich tapestry of roles and accomplishments, Krishnakumar Balasubramanian stands as a remarkable figure in the world of entertainment and social engagement.

David Appasamy
Director -Strategy & Brand
Social Beat

David Appasamy is a renowned digital marketer and an esteemed figure in the world of marketing strategy. He holds an impressive reputation, being recognized as one of the “Top 5 Digital Marketers to Follow in 2021.” Additionally, he has earned a place among the “Top 10 Coaches in the World” by Internet Moguls in 2021 and was honored as one of the “50 Leading Marketing Strategists in the World” at the World Marketing Congress in 2018.

Currently serving as the Head of Brand & Strategy at Social Beat, India’s leading independent digital marketing company, David brings with him a wealth of expertise and experience. His versatile background spans various domains, including General Management, Business Strategy, Brand & Marketing Management, Advertising, Account Management, and Sales. Over the years, David has been involved with diverse brands, products, and services, gaining extensive exposure through international travel and networking, particularly in marketing and investment promotion.

Beyond his exceptional career in digital marketing, David is a notable speaker at international conferences such as WSIS, Internet Governance Forums (IGF) from 2005 to 2008, Internet Society’s Global INET in 2012, and Reg IGFs. He has also served as the Co-Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce’s Task Force on the Internet and Telecoms Infrastructure & Services of the Commission on the Digital Economy. During his tenure as Co-Chair, he played a pivotal role in developing global business positions and practical tools.

David’s contributions to the field of Internet governance are equally impressive. He was selected by the UN Secretary-General to serve on the Multi-stakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) on the Internet Governance Forum from 2010 to 2011. In this capacity, he actively advocated business priorities to governments, inter-governmental and international organizations, Internet technical community organizations, and civil society.

With an illustrious career that spans across multiple domains and continents, David Appasamy continues to be a prominent figure in the world of digital marketing and Internet governance. His wealth of knowledge and dedication to the field make him a true leader and influencer in the global marketing arena.

Gaurav Sinha
Senior Manager – Data Innovations
LEAD at Krea University

Gaurav is a development professional with over nine years of experience in process and outcome measurement across diverse themes like financial inclusion, public health, clean energy, education, and WASH across multiple countries in Asia and Africa. He currently serves as the Senior Manager for Data Innovations at LEAD at KREA University.
Passionate about artificial intelligence, Gaurav works on integrating AI, ML, and Large Language Models to enhance social research processes and practices.

Shanthi Mohan
EducationUSA Adviser
U.S.-India Educational Foundation

Shanthi Mohan is an EducationUSA advisor at U.S.-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) Center in Chennai, India for over 9 years now. Shanthi finds her advisor’s role very gratifying and enjoys working with the next-gen. She started her career as a software developer and moved on to technical training. Her passion for learning and teaching had driven her to be an EducationUSA advisor.

RL Narayanan
Vice Chairman
Centre for Innovation in Education and Empowerment