Prof. Davide Reina

• Associate Professor of Practice – Marketing at SDA Bocconi School of Management, Milan, and SDA Bocconi Asia Center, Mumbai, with extensive experience in innovation, customer centricity, and strategic marketing.
  
  

• Specializes in new business models, circular economy, customer-centric innovation, market strategy, and competition, with industry focus in B2B, automotive, retail, and sustainability.
  
  

• Teaches programs such as Value Delivery (EMBA), Marketing for MBA, entrepreneurship, business strategy, and retail modules across major academic and executive programs.
  
  

• Has delivered executive education, workshops, and consulting projects globally across Europe, the US, and China for leading organizations including Prysmian, ABB, and Pirelli.
  
  

• Recipient of Best Teacher – MBA Programs (2010) and Best Professor – Executive Courses (2012) awards.
  
  

• Author of five books and several articles, and regularly contributes to discussions on innovation and development.
  
  

• Has prior corporate leadership experience as a manager and director in multinational organizations across Europe and China.
  
  

• Holds a Business Administration degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Università Bocconi and an International MBA from Vlerick Business School, Belgium.

Prof. K.V. Ramakrishnan – Profile Summary

• Designation: Professor Emeritus, VESIM; Visiting Faculty at ICFAI Business School, Government Law College Mumbai, and other reputed institutes
  
  

• Specialisation: Finance, Corporate Governance, Treasury Management, Financial Accounting, Derivatives
  
  

• Experience:
  
  

• Extensive academic and industry experience spanning banking, corporate finance, and management education
  
  

• Formerly worked with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  
  

• Served as General Manager at STCI Finance Ltd., an RBI-promoted NBFC
  
  

• Worked as Director – Corporate Finance and Policy Advisor in the corporate sector post-retirement
  
  

• Education & Qualifications:
  
  

• B.Sc. (Chemistry) – University of Mumbai
  
  

• LLB – University of Mumbai
  
  

• LLM – University of Mumbai
  
  

• CAIIB – Indian Institute of Banking and Finance
  
  

• Teaching Areas: Corporate Finance, Treasury Management, Financial Accounting, Derivatives, Corporate Governance
  

• Key Strength: Strong blend of industry expertise and academic excellence, with focus on practical financial learning and policy insights

Prof. Vandana Gupta

• Associate Professor – Finance & Accounting, FORE School of Management, New Delhi with 28+ years of experience in academia and industry.
  
  

• PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad and PhD in Finance (Credit Risk) with expertise in credit risk analysis, business valuations, mergers & acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
  
  

• Brings extensive industry experience working with leading organizations including ICRA Limited, Religare Securities, Infosys, Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd., and Modi Telstra.
  
  

• Has served as visiting faculty at reputed institutions such as MDI Gurgaon, IMI, and IMT Ghaziabad.
  
  

• Teaches key subjects including Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Credit Risk Management, Business Valuations, and Mergers & Acquisitions.
  
  

• Research interests include business valuations, M&A, credit risk, and bankruptcy prediction, with several publications in national and international journals.
  

• Has conducted management development programs in areas such as project financing, spreadsheet modelling for M&A, and credit risk modelling.

Dr. Nitin Garg

• Director and Founding Member – International School of Management Excellence (ISME), Bangalore, and part of the NVT Quality Educational Trust that established ISME as a leading business school in India.
  
  

• Alumnus of IIT Bombay (B.Tech & M.Tech) and MBA from Carnegie Mellon University (USA); currently pursuing Ph.D. from IIM Lucknow.
  
  

• Brings extensive experience in technology and management consulting, including working as a Senior Member at Deloitte Consulting, Philadelphia (USA), handling strategic analysis, process design, rollout strategies, and change management projects.
  
  

• Certified SAP Enterprise Buyer and Ariba Consultant, with additional training in IT systems and ISO 9000 quality management.
  
  

• Serves as Lead Faculty for global management simulation programs at ISME, including the Management Game in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University and the Business Strategy Game in partnership with the University of Alabama, USA.
  
  

• Co-founder of NVT Group companies, contributing significantly to building industry-aligned and experiential management education.
  
  

• Research interests include Corporate Strategy, Pricing, Product Innovation, and Entrepreneurship.
  
  

Rishabh Nayyar

• Planner & Co-Founder – Fatmen, with 22+ years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience across brand building, marketing strategy, and communication consulting.

• Has contributed to the brand strategy and communication development of 100+ brands, including MNCs, startups, and market leaders.

• Former Head of Strategy at 82.5 Communications, leading strategic initiatives across multiple offices and brand portfolios.

• Worked as Executive Director & Senior Vice President – Strategic Planning at MullenLowe Lintas Group, managing large brand portfolios across diverse sectors.

• Served as Founder Director – Genesis Institute of Business Management, Pune, overseeing academics, marketing, research, consulting, and placements.

• Began career as Brand Manager at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., contributing to product innovation and brand launches.

• Experienced Brand & Communication Consultant, helping organizations with brand identity, positioning, communication roadmap, and relaunch strategies.

• Visiting Faculty at leading business schools, bringing industry insights into management education.

Holds PGDM in Marketing & Finance from Goa Institute of Management (GIM).

Dr. Abhishek Narain Singh

• Assistant Professor – Information Management and Chairperson for MDP/FDPs, Consultancy & Certificate Programs, Area Chairperson of Business Analytics & Information Technology (BAIT) at IMT Nagpur.

• Holds a PhD in Information Security Management from IIT Delhi, with research interests in Information Security Management, Cyber Security, E-Governance, and New Media Platforms.

• Holds an M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (NIT Jalandhar) and B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering; also a Certified Design Thinking Professional (IDEO, USA).

• Has published research in national and international journals focusing on information security practices, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.

• Authored and co-authored multiple teaching cases published by Sage Business Cases, IVEY Case Publishing, and The Case Centre.

• Previously served as Assistant Professor – Digital Transformation & Business Intelligence at IIT Jodhpur and has been associated with IMT Nagpur since 2014.

• Recipient of the DAAD Fellowship and served as a Visiting Scholar at Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich, Germany.

• Teaches courses including E-Commerce, Management Information Systems, Emerging Technologies & Business Opportunities, and Data Analysis & Business Modelling.

Tapas Panda

• Program Head – PGDM, Regional College of Management (RCM), Bangalore, and Professor – Supply Chain Management, with expertise in leadership development and career mentoring

• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt from the Indian Statistical Institute, with strong expertise in Lean Six Sigma, quality management, and process improvement methodologies

• Experienced trainer and consultant in Lean methodology, ISO standards, quality frameworks, and project management practices

• Previously served as Managing Director – Travbuddies Tours and Travels Pvt. Ltd. and Director – Operations (South), Prakriti Inbound Pvt. Ltd., leading international business development and revenue generation across global markets

• Prior corporate experience as Quality Analyst – Hewlett Packard Enterprise, with exposure to transactional, corporate, and strategic quality management

• Certified and trained in ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 auditing, along with Project Management Professional (PMP) training

• Skilled in coaching, academic mentoring, university lecturing, and professional training delivery

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Language & Literature – University of Calcutta

Dr. Sudhi Sharma

• Associate Professor – Finance and Program Chair – Career Readiness at FIIB (AACSB Accredited), New Delhi.
  
  

• Specializes in Financial Analytics, Financial Econometrics, Financial Modelling, Equity Analysis, Portfolio Management, and Corporate Finance.
  
  

• Skilled in Advanced Excel and R Programming, and has conducted Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) on econometrics and financial modelling.
  
  

• Has published research papers in ABDC-listed and Scopus-indexed journals and contributed to two projects under the Ministry of Textiles.
  
  

• Academic and teaching experience across reputed institutes including FIIB, Apeejay School of Management, BIMTECH (as Senior Project Analyst), and JK Business School.
  
  

• Also worked as a Professional Freelancer with Chegg Inc. for academic and subject matter expertise.
  

• Holds a PhD from Mohanlal Sukhadia University, MBA from IILM, and B.Com from Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University.

Dr. Harsimran Sandhu – Profile Summary

• Professor of Finance & Associate Dean – PGDM Banking and Financial Services Program, IMT Ghaziabad, with strong expertise in wealth management and financial services.
  
  

• Holds a PhD in Finance from IIM Indore, combining academic rigor with deep industry exposure.
  
  

• Brings 18+ years of professional experience in banking and financial services, including 16 years at Standard Chartered Bank, where he led functions in wealth management, branch banking, foreign exchange, and wealth lending.
  
  

• Member of the Global Management Group (International Investment Committee) at Standard Chartered, contributing to global investment strategies.
  
  

• Teaches courses such as Fintech, Wealth Management, and Fixed Income Securities, emphasizing experiential and industry-oriented learning.
  
  

• Engages in consulting projects in areas including insurtech and wealth management, maintaining active industry collaboration.
  

• Research interests include equity markets, investor behaviour, financial services regulations, and behavioural finance, with publications in reputed journals.

Ankush Chopra – Profile Summary

• Founder – Qling, helping professionals deliver better results through practical, focused, and high-impact learning programs.
  
  

• Brings 20+ years of experience across Leadership Development, Consulting, Project Management, Technology, and Coaching.
  
  

• Former Senior Manager – People Advisory Services at EY, delivering solutions in Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Culture Transformation, Competency Frameworks, and Change Management.
  
  

• Extensive corporate experience with Tech Mahindra (Project Manager) and HCL Technologies (Manager), leading large cross-functional teams across India and the UK.
  
  

• Designed and delivered executive leadership programs for 15+ leading organizations, and continues to facilitate programs on Personal Leadership and Data Analysis using Excel.
  
  

• Has personally trained thousands of professionals in MS Excel and productivity enhancement over the past decade.
  
  

• International exposure across the UK and Middle East, managing multicultural teams and remote project delivery.
  
  

• Certified professional with credentials including Caliper Accredited Practitioner, Social Psychology, EY Design Thinking (Bronze), and SOSIE Personality Measure.
  
  

• Education: PGP in Leadership (MBA Equivalent) – School of Inspired Leadership, MCA – Bangalore University, B.Com (Hons) – Delhi University.
  
  

• Author of publication: “Six Dimensions of Leadership.”
  
  

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Dr. Deepa Dixit – Profile Summary

• Director – SIES School of Business Studies (SIESSBS), Navi Mumbai, leading institutional vision, academic excellence, and strategic growth initiatives.
  
  

• Brings 25+ years of experience in higher education leadership, with expertise in marketing, digital media, accreditation, global collaborations, and brand strategy.
  
  

• Former Senior Associate Dean – Accreditations & Chief Marketing Officer at Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management (WeSchool), where she led regulatory compliance, ranking strategy, digital engagement, and global alliances.
  
  

• Holds a PhD from University of Mumbai on Impact of Social Media on Indian Consumer Behaviour; PGDM (Marketing) and B.Sc. (Physics).
  
  

• Designed and launched innovative academic programs and international partnerships across the USA, UK, France, Sweden, and Germany.
  
  

• Spearheaded the “Destination India” initiative and collaborated with the Centre for Creative Leadership (USA) for global leadership projects.
  
  

• Award-winning case author – “The Game Just Got Bigger” selected among the top cases from India under Giving Voice to Values (Babson College); recipient of multiple leadership and academic honors.
  
  

• Published research in social media marketing and consumer behaviour; actively mentors students and entrepreneurs.
  
  

• Prior industry experience includes roles at EsselWorld & Water Kingdom (Essel Group), Cipla, and Royal Cushion Vinyl, specializing in brand and product management.
  
  

• Recognized among the Top 24 Leaders in Mumbai (Lead India Campaign) and recipient of the Linnaeus Palme Scholarship (Sweden) for faculty exchange.

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Dr. Justine James – Profile Summary

• Assistant Professor – St Aloysius (Deemed to be) University with 16 years of academic experience.
  
  

• Holds a PhD from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, along with MBA, M.Sc. (Chemistry), and M.Sc. (Psychology).
  
  

• Teaches a diverse portfolio of subjects including Creativity & Innovation Management, International Business Environment, Strategic Management, Labour Law, Organisational Behaviour, and Training & Development.
  
  

• Strong interdisciplinary academic foundation integrating management, behavioural sciences, and scientific research perspectives.
  
  

• Serves as a resource person for workshops and training programs in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Behavioural Sciences.

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Dr. Amit V. S. – Profile Summary

• Professor & E. Dean – School of Technology, Woxsen University, and Head of the Artificial Intelligence Research Center, with 20+ years of global academic and industry leadership experience.
  
  

• International higher education leader with expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Engineering Innovation, and Institutional Transformation.
  
  

• Spearheaded accreditations and global rankings alignment with bodies such as AICTE, UGC, NAAC, ABET, AACSB, QS, and Times Higher Education.
  
  

• Former Chair & Assistant Dean – Liwa University (UAE); led establishment of Engineering School, Smart Factory Labs, Energy Systems Labs, and digital twin-based learning ecosystems.
  
  

• Served in senior academic and research roles across UK, UAE, Ethiopia, Bahrain, and India; former Postdoctoral Researcher – University of Bristol & University of Hull (UK).
  
  

• Industry leadership experience as General Manager – Oman Division (Rolls-Royce projects, GCC region), handling EPC projects, business analytics, and industrial solutions.
  
  

• Awarded Science & Sustainability Award (British Embassy, UAE); actively aligned academic initiatives with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  
  

• Holds multiple patents in AI, smart manufacturing, IoT, medical technologies, and optimization systems.
  
  

• Published researcher in medical engineering, AI-driven healthcare systems, materials science, and predictive modelling.
  
  

• Education: PhD – University of Hull (UK); Postdoctoral Research – University of Bristol (UK); Leadership Certification – Harvard Business School (Dubai); B.Tech – Nagpur University.

• Research Interests: Artificial Intelligence, Smart Manufacturing, Robotics, Digital Twins, Sustainable Innovation, Medical Devices, and Institutional Strategy.

Ms. Subadra Kalyanaraman 

• Associate Director – KPMG India, with nearly 15 years of experience in consulting and market research across K–12, Higher Education, and EdTech sectors.
  
  

• Extensive experience working with central and state governments, private sector organizations, and top-ranked higher education institutions on large-scale transformation initiatives.
  
  

• Expertise in growth strategy, organizational transformation, market entry strategy, consumer research, digital and online learning transformation, and industry engagement.
  
  

• Led and managed projects in policy research, outcome improvement, feasibility studies, and monitoring & evaluation frameworks.
  
  

• Worked on strategic EdTech engagements with leading organizations including Coursera, L&T Edutech, Google, YouTube, NSEIT, Cambridge Group, and Autodesk.
  
  

• International exposure across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, driving cross-border education and digital transformation initiatives.

• Recognized for delivering data-driven insights and scalable education solutions aligned with policy and industry needs.

Rishabh Nayyar

Planner & Co-Founder – Fatmen, with 22+ years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience across brand building, marketing strategy, and communication consulting.

Has contributed to the brand strategy and communication development of 100+ brands, including MNCs, startups, and market leaders.

Former Head of Strategy at 82.5 Communications, leading strategic initiatives across multiple offices and brand portfolios.

Worked as Executive Director & Senior Vice President – Strategic Planning at MullenLowe Lintas Group, managing large brand portfolios across diverse sectors.

Served as Founder Director – Genesis Institute of Business Management, Pune, overseeing academics, marketing, research, consulting, and placements.

Began career as Brand Manager at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., contributing to product innovation and brand launches.

Experienced Brand & Communication Consultant, helping organizations with brand identity, positioning, communication roadmap, and relaunch strategies.

Visiting Faculty at leading business schools, bringing industry insights into management education.

Holds PGDM in Marketing & Finance from Goa Institute of Management (GIM).