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Dr. Deepak Pandit

• Academic Leader & Innovation Expert: Chair Professor - Innovation & Entrepreneurship at BML Munjal University, fostering research, teaching, and startup mentorship.

• Entrepreneur & Strategist: Founder & Non-Executive Director of Practicing Strategists, providing advisory services in strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

• Extensive Industry & Academic Experience: Former Professor & Advisor at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Visiting Faculty at IIFT, and leadership roles at Fortune Institute of International Business & BIMTECH.

• Corporate Expertise: Held key positions in Intel, Microsoft, Motorola, and Gilat Satellite Networks, driving business growth, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

• Education & Research: Ph.D. in Strategic Management from MDI, MBA from BIMTECH, with significant research contributions in disruptive innovation, entrepreneurship, and business model innovation.

Vidit Jain

Vidit Jain is a seasoned strategist, currently serving as the Vice President of Strategy at Scaler. His professional journey includes a significant tenure as the Chief of Staff at DSLR Technologies, where he played a crucial role in organizational leadership and decision-making. Prior to this, he was the Assistant Vice President of Strategy at MPL, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and growth plans. Vidit's expertise is further bolstered by his experience as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, where he honed his skills in consulting and strategic planning for various high-profile clients. His diverse background in strategy and leadership across multiple industries underscores his capability to drive impactful business outcomes.

Bhavik Rathod

Senior Vice President & Head of Scaler School of Technology.

Bhavik Rathod is the Senior Vice President and Head of the Scaler School of Technology, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. He earned his MBA from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and holds a Diploma in Financial Management from SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS). Bhavik has a distinguished career that includes serving as the Senior Vice President at the Scaler School of Business, where he leads strategic initiatives and growth. He co-founded and served as CEO of DIY@Org, an innovative organization dedicated to enhancing workplace efficiency and culture. As the Head of Uber and UberEats in India and South Asia, he was instrumental in establishing and scaling operations, significantly impacting the ride-sharing and food delivery industries in these regions. Earlier in his career, Bhavik worked as a Manager at Ernst & Young, where he gained valuable experience in consulting and advisory services. His diverse background and leadership skills make him a key player in the education and technology sectors.

Profile:

1. Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign-MBA

2. SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)- Diploma in Financial Management, Finance

Work Experience:

1. Senior Vice President- Scaler School of Business

2. Co-Founder & CEO- DIY@Org

3. Head- Uber & UberEats in India & South Asia

4. Manager- Ernst & Young

Mr. Mehta

About: With over 29 years of extensive experience in the marketing communication industry, Mr. Mehta has carved a distinguished path across India, Egypt, Indonesia, Dubai, Oman, and Bahrain. He has garnered global and regional expertise working with a plethora of multinational and local brands such as Lifebuoy, Pepsodent, Surf, Sony, Horlicks, Boost, Bharti Walmart, HSBC, Hero, and many more. His professional journey includes pivotal roles at renowned agencies like Lowe, JWT, and Havas, where he has adeptly managed country-level and regional-level responsibilities, combining strategic thinking with bottom-line accountability.

Seven years ago, Mr. Mehta embraced a new chapter in his life by immersing himself in the academic world. Currently residing and teaching in Dehradun, he also engages with students in Pune, Delhi, Hyderabad, and other cities. This transition has allowed him to connect with Bharat (rural India) in unique and profound ways. Through teaching, blogging, and interacting with the youth,

Education:

• B.Sc. in Physics, University of Mumbai
• MBA, SPJIMR (SP Jain Institute of Management & Research)

Experience:

• General Manager, Havas Worldwide
• Vice President & Executive Business Director, JWT Delhi
• Senior Vice President, Lowe Lintas

Dr. Rati Shukla 

• Current Role: Associate Professor & Head - Placement Training at IIEBM Indus Business School (since Nov 2024).

• Past Roles:

• Assistant Professor at IIEBM Indus Business School (Jul 2022 – Nov 2024).

• Visiting Professor at International School of Business & Media (2017–2021, 2022).

• Visiting Professor at Sri Balaji University, Pune (Jan 2022 – Apr 2022).

• Visiting Professor at MIT ADT University (Aug 2020 – Feb 2021).

• Education:

• Masters in Business Law – National Law School of India University, Bangalore (2017).

• MBA – Nagpur University (2001–2003).

• Expertise: Business Law, MBA Education, Placement Training, and Industry-Academic Collaboration.

Dr. Akhil Damodaran

Current Role:

• Dean, School of Management, IILM University (Feb 2024 – Present)

• CEO, Elteridium (Apr 2022 – Present)

• Regional Mentor for Change, NITI Aayog (Jan 2020 – Present)

Past Roles:

• Dean, Undergraduate Business School, IILM University (Aug 2023 – Feb 2024)

• Cluster Head, Emergent Business Vertical, UPES (Jan 2022 – Aug 2023)

• Assistant Professor (Selection Grade), UPES (Aug 2018 – Feb 2022)

• Head of Department, Strategic Management, UPES (Jan 2018 – Dec 2018)

• Assistant Professor (Senior Scale), Strategic Management, UPES (Oct 2014 – Jan 2018)

• Service Specialist, Orange Business Services (France Telecom Group) (Sep 2009 – Sep 2014)

• IT Executive, Tata Communication Internet Services Ltd. (Aug 2008 – Aug 2009)

• Telecom Consultant, SGA Associates (Jun 2008 – Aug 2008)

Education:

• Ph.D. in Public-Private Partnership – University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (2015–2022)

• Master's in Business Administration & Management – IIT Delhi (2012–2014)

• Postgraduate Program in Blockchain – IIT Kanpur (2023)

• Competition Policy & Law – National Law University, Delhi (2014–2015)

• Six Sigma Certification – British Standards Institute (2013)

Expertise:

• Digital Transformation

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Blockchain

• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

• Strategy & Leadership

• Metaverse & Emerging Technologies

Key Achievements:

• Recognized as Celerity 40 under 40 Supply Chain Achiever (2021)

• TEDx Speaker

• Founded India’s first MBA in Metaverse at UPES

• Leading AI-powered curriculum transformation at IILM University

Certifications:

• Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

• Six Sigma Green Belt

Publications & Research:

• Extensive research in Financial Inclusion, AI, and Infrastructure Regulation

• Published papers on Indian Cab Aggregator Market, Digital Travel, and Ban

Introducing Navin Chandra Rao – A Seasoned Industry Leader and Academic Expert in Operations & Supply Chain Management

• Professor of Practice in Operations & Decision Sciences at BIMTECH, Greater Noida, since October 2021.
• Adjunct Faculty at SOIL School of Business Design and Guest Faculty at IIM Lucknow (Noida Campus), IMT Ghaziabad, Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon, and Fore School of Management.
• Distinguished corporate career spanning 25+ years, with leadership roles in Maruti Suzuki, JCB India, CNH India, and IKEA of Sweden.
• Expertise in Global Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Operations, and HR, having led diverse functions at IKEA, including Sourcing, Purchase Development, HR Operations, and Service Business.
• Experience in Venture Capital & Sustainability, having worked with Blue Ashva Capital and Artison Agrotech, driving sustainable business initiatives.
• Academic Credentials:
• B.Tech (Metallurgical Engineering), IIT Madras (1991)
• PGDM (Operations & Marketing), IIM Lucknow (1993)
• Industry Leadership Experience:
• Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. – Manager, Vendor Development (7 years)
• JCB India Pvt. Ltd. – DGM, Supply Chain (5 years)
• CNH India – Head, Global Sourcing (1 year)
• IKEA India – Purchasing Leader, HR Manager & Service Business Leader (13 years)
• Blue Ashva Capital & Artison Agrotech – Director, Operations (2 years)
• Courses Taught:
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• Inventory & Logistics Management
• Passionate about sustainability and mentoring startups, working as an independent consultant to support businesses in sustainable initiatives.
• Based in Gurgaon, enjoying life with his wife, Gaurie, and son, Rohan.

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Dr. Anjali Kumar

Current Role

• Associate Professor and Program In-charge - Healthcare Management

Education

• Advanced Program in Strategic Management – IIM Lucknow

• Ph.D. – PAHER University, Udaipur

• Thesis: Economic burden of diabetes at tertiary care hospitals in Mumbai

• MBA in Healthcare & Hospital Management – Calcutta University, IISWBM, Kolkata

• MA in Economics – Annamalai University

• BSc in Economics – Calcutta University

Academic & Industry Experience

• Teaching Experience: 14 years in Healthcare, Insurance, Health Economics, Healthcare Entrepreneurship

• Industry Experience: 2 years in Health Insurance, managing projects in Operations & IT

Professional Affiliations

• Leadership Committee (Asia Chapter) – International Academy for Design & Health, Australia

• State President – Maharashtra Healthcare Council, WICCI (Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry)

• CII Western Region Healthcare Committee Member

Garima Chaklader

• Current Role: Assistant Professor of Economics at Masters' Union (since Oct 2022) and Tetr College of Business (since Aug 2024).
• Visiting Faculty: SPJIMR (Dec 2024 – Feb 2025) & Delhi Technological University (Jan 2023 – May 2023).
• Education: Ph.D. in Economics from IIM Bangalore (2017–2023); Thesis: "Servicification of Manufacturing Industries."
• Research Expertise: Applied Economics, Economic Modeling.
• Publication: Marketing Intelligence & Planning (2020) – Study on purchase intention influenced by active vs. upcoming deals.
• Awards: Best Paper Award (ISDSI Global Conference 2022), Mirae Asset Scholar Award (2021).
• Past Experience: Doctoral Researcher at IIM Bangalore (Aug 2017 – Feb 2023).

Suresh Srinivasan

Education:

1. Harvard Business Case Method Teaching

2. Bradford Business School-MBA, Management

Professional Experience:

1. Great Lakes Institute of Management-Distinguished Professor (Strategy & Accounting)

2. Learnbiz Simulations- Partner LearnBiz Simulations; since 2015

3. Indian Institute of Technology, Madras-Research; PhD Programmes

4. Emirates Airlines-Corporate Development

Dr. Suresh Srinivasan is a highly qualified professional with a PhD in Strategy from IIT Madras, complemented by qualifications as a Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, and an MBA from Bradford Business School, UK. With over 33 years of diverse industry experience spanning manufacturing, banking, services, and infrastructure, both domestically and internationally, he has held key roles at Emirates Airlines, Tata Steel, Industrial Development Bank of India, and ETPM – McDermott. Currently, Dr. Srinivasan serves as a Distinguished Professor of Strategy & Accounting at Great Lakes, an Associate Director at International Infrastructure Consultants (IIC), and a partner at LearnBiz Simulations, showcasing his expertise in strategic thinking, analytical thinking, strategic planning, and organizational development.

Dr. Pratima Verma

• • Current Role: Professor in the OB & HR Department at Alliance Business School, Bengaluru (since 2013).
  • Past Roles: Professor & Research Coordinator at The Oxford College of Engineering, MBA Department (2010-2013).
  • Education:
  • Post-Doctoral Studies from Stockholm University (2012-2013).
  • MBA in Management from the University of Lucknow (1987-1999).
  • Expertise: Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Research, and Business Management.
  • Certifications: Customer Analytics.
  • Skills: Research, Management, and Microsoft Office.
  • Professional Affiliations: Active in academic research and faculty leadership in HR and OB.