Category Archives: Business Leader

Dr. Clark Quinn, Executive Director, Quinnovation – Learning Experience Design Strategy

Dr. Quinn is an executive director of Quinnovation, which is a Learning Experience Design Strategy.
He’s an internationally known consultant, an author, and a keynote speaker.

Tyrome ‘Ty’ Smith, Senior Advisor, Applied Research Inst for Mathematical & Computational Science

Ty is a director of strategic partnership, a common mission project whose mission is to create an international network of entrepreneurs driven to solve the critical challenges of our time.
He has also been appointed to a three-year term on the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Manufacturing Extension Partnership advisory board.

Ujwal Thakar, Co-Founder of Ujwal Impact Advisors

Transition from Banking to Social Sector: Ujwal Thakar’s career journey began in banking, with influential roles at Standard Chartered Bank and BNP Paribas. At age 55, he transitioned to the social sector, motivated by a desire to contribute to society, taking on the role of CEO at Pratham, one of India’s largest NGOs.
Serendipitous Career Path: Ujwal’s entry into banking was unplanned, marked by a series of fortunate events. However, his shift to the social sector was deliberate, aligning with his long-held aspiration to make a social impact.

Christoph Santner, Futurist & AI Strategist”

Christoph emphasizes the need to reevaluate finance’s role, leveraging AI for societal improvements.
Advocates using AI to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Neeltje Pavicic, Project Manager at Municipality of Amsterdam

Aiming to assist in sensitive situations, like domestic violence, while ensuring privacy and safe handling of data.
Tailored for dementia patients of Moroccan descent, considering cultural relevance.

Asha Kharga, Chief Customer & Brand Officer of Mahindra Group | TBCY

The mission and impact of Mahindra’s “Kaabil” platform aimed at skilling and job placement for women.
The strategic principles behind Mahindra’s core philosophy, “RISE.”

Gurcharan Das, Author, and Thinker; Author, ‘Another Sort of Freedom’

Mr. Das is one of India’s most celebrated authors and thinkers.
He’s a former chief executive officer of Procter and Gamble India and managing director of Procter and Gamble Worldwide for strategic planning.