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Arvind Ramamoorthy

Leadership Team Partner PwC India

PwC Partner with 20+ years leading tech-driven transformations in manufacturing, pharma, and infrastructure.

Heads PwC’s SAP practice in Western India and Technology Lead for Pharma and Infrastructure.
Directed large-scale ERP and S/4 HANA implementations in cement, pharma, metals, and mining.
Expert in IT strategy, business process reengineering, and operational improvement.
22+ years of experience with leadership roles at Accenture and PwC across diverse industries.

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Arundathi Krishna

Joint Managing Director Sundram Fasteners Ltd

A dynamic business leader driving global growth and innovation in automotive manufacturing as part of the TVS Group.

Deputy MD of Sundram Fasteners and MD of Upasana Engineering, leading strategy and international operations.
Spearheaded Upasana’s growth from a small-scale unit to a global auto component exporter.
Oversees international subsidiaries and drives business development across markets.
Holds an MBA from the University of Michigan and advanced degrees in Economics and Econometrics.

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Ashish Mehta

Managing Director Metexim Sourcing Pvt Ltd & Flowmat Engg Pvt Ltd

A manufacturing entrepreneur with a focus on high-precision engineering across automotive, aerospace, and cryogenic valve systems.

Leads Metexim Sourcing and Flowmat Engg, serving automotive, aerospace, and oil & gas industries.
Focused on scaling production of aerospace parts and LNG-grade valves.
Holds degrees in engineering, economics, and industrial administration from BITS Pilani and Purdue.
Passionate sailor and yogi, active with Royal Madras Yacht Club and Rotary.

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Arun Miranda

Chairman & Managing Director at Astrotech Steels Pvt. Ltd. & Triune Technofab Pvt. Ltd.

A first-generation entrepreneur with over 30 years of global experience in manufacturing & business development that also create a positive social impact.

Proven track record of promoting and managing ventures internationally.
Three decades of hands-on experience in the manufacturing sector across multiple geographies.
Strong focus on innovation, education, and building sustainable business ecosystems.
Holds a Bachelors degree in Engineering and a Maters Degree in Business Administration

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Balakrishnan S

Founder & CEO ANB Systems Inc.

Leading innovations in energy efficiency software with over 40 years of industry expertise.

Built ANB Systems into a 140-person firm focused on energy efficiency and utility tech.
Expert in renewables, demand-side management, and energy risk strategies.
Creator of eTRACK+, a cloud-based platform used by U.S. utilities.
Holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from University of Bombay and a Master’s from NJIT.

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Baskar Raj Ceri D

Founder – ApnaTech, Managing Director – NI India & Global Business Director, Aerospace/Defense BU – Emerson T&M

A pioneering entrepreneur and global business leader in deep-tech.

Founded Apna Technologies, India’s pioneer in railway safety and efficiency products and several other tech companies.
Global Business Director at Emerson T&M (NI), leading Aerospace, Defense & Government business worldwide and Managing Director at NI-India
Founding member of NI-India team; scaled it into a multi-million-dollar operation.
Holds engineering degrees from BITS-Pilani and Vanderbilt University-USA.

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Bharat Garg

Director Pulkit TMT

Steel industry veteran and director at Pulkit TMT, with nearly three decades of experience in manufacturing and regional market leadership.

Over 27 years in manufacturing, sales, and marketing of long steel products across South India.
Director at Pulkit TMT, a leading name in reinforcement steel bars.
Holds an Executive MBA from ISB (PGPMAX), with global exposure at Wharton and Kellogg.
Passionate about yoga, cycling, art, animals, and exploring diverse cuisines.

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Chandrasekar K B

CEO and Chairman Jamcracker Inc

A pioneering technology entrepreneur and visionary leader with decades of experience in IT innovation, startup incubation, and business services.

Founded Exodus Communications; led IPO in 1998; E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year (1999).
Founder/Chairman of Jamcracker, e4e Inc., Svapas Innovations; ex-Chairman of Aztec Software.
Established K.B. Chandrasekhar Research Centre at Anna University for tech and life sciences.
Began at Wipro; founded Fouress, Inc. with major global tech clients.

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Chandu Nair

Entrepreneur Advisor

Seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over 30 years of cross-sectoral experience in building, scaling, and advising knowledge-driven ventures.

Co-founded and grew Scope e-Knowledge Center to 1,000+ employees.
Hands-on experience with angel, VC, and strategic funding; two successful exits.
Active mentor through TiE Chennai and other advisory platforms.
PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad; frequent speaker and visiting faculty.

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Chirag V

Co-Founder and CEO Solique Advisors

Chartered Accountant and ISB alumnus with over 15 years of experience in international taxation, regulatory advisory, and cross-border transactions.

• Built a fast-growing CA firm with a Global Capability Centre for accounting, consolidation, and compliance.
• Specialist in international taxation, transfer pricing, and corporate structuring; advises on acquisitions, global expansion, and employee reward models.
• Visionary behind AskSolique, an AI platform delivering real-time tax and regulatory intelligence.
• Passionate mentor and philanthropist focused on leveraging emerging technology for professional excellence.

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Damodaran V (Dan)

Founder & CEO Ampera DEI

Entrepreneur and executive with 25+ years of global experience across IT services, financial institutions, and academia.

Leading Ampera Technologies as Founder & CEO to create equal opportunities and professional growth for highly skilled Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
Co-founded Ameex Technologies; scaled to $20M+ revenue and 500+ staff; acquired by Perficient Inc.
Held various roles at Motorola, Moneris (Chicago), and WorldTel (London).
Holds a Ph.D. in Management, MBA from Booth (Chicago), and MS in Software Engineering (Toledo).

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Dr. Ravi Ramalingam

Managing Director KKR ENT Hospital & Research Institute

Renowned ENT surgeon, medical entrepreneur, and global expert in cochlear implants and otology.

Managing Director of KKR ENT Hospital & Research Institute, India’s largest private ENT healthcare network.
Performed over 2,500 cochlear implant surgeries; leads a 25+ member implant team in Chennai.
Past President of AOI, Incoming President of Indian Society of Otology; Honorary ENT Consultant to Govt. of Mauritius.
Awarded “Best Doctor” by TN Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and Honorary Fellowship from Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow.

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Seasoned Investors Backing
Next Gen Founders

Arvind Ramamoorthy

Arvind Ramamoorthy

Arundathi Krishna

Arundathi Krishna

Ashish Mehta

Ashish Mehta

Arun Miranda

Arun Miranda

Balakrishnan S

Balakrishnan S

Baskar Raj Ceri D

Baskar Raj Ceri D

Bharat Garg

Bharat Garg

Chandrasekar K B

Chandrasekar K B

Chandu Nair

Chandu Nair

Chirag V

Chirag V

Damodaran V (Dan)

Damodaran V (Dan)

Dr. Ravi Ramalingam

Dr. Ravi Ramalingam

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Seasoned Investors Backing Next Gen Founders

Arvind Ramamoorthy

Arvind Ramamoorthy

Arundathi Krishna

Arundathi Krishna

Ashish Mehta

Ashish Mehta

Arun Miranda

Arun Miranda

Balakrishnan S

Balakrishnan S

Baskar Raj Ceri D

Baskar Raj Ceri D

Bharat Garg

Bharat Garg

Chandrasekar K B

Chandrasekar K B

Chandu Nair

Chandu Nair

Chirag V

Chirag V

Damodaran V (Dan)

Damodaran V (Dan)

Dr. Ravi Ramalingam

Dr. Ravi Ramalingam

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