Neelkanth Mattar

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Neelkanth Mattar is a seasoned professional whose career reflects reinvention, resilience, and purpose. With a BE in Computer Science from MIT Aurangabad, he began his journey in academia, teaching engineering students for four years before transitioning into the IT sector. He went on to work with reputed organizations such as HCL and GIPL, contributing significantly to Gujarat’s landmark eGovernance initiative, eGram Vishwagram, where he spent 18 years focusing on end to end Project Management and Rural Service Delivery through Business Process Reengineering and financial inclusion programs. The Project which start just 1 online service for rural area in Year 2007 reaches 400+ eServices in Year 2025 by crossing all technological and behavioural challenges. He is certified PMP Professional, which again proves his deep understanding about Program Management.

It was during rural outreach initiatives, where he along with his team TSTSP trained Gram Panchayat computer operators for financial inclusion across Gujarat, that time his interest towards financial domain took shape. After clearing the IRDA examination, he formally associated with SBI Life Insurance in 2015–16. Since then, he has built a strong reputation as a trusted Life Mitra, known for his integrity, service orientation, and client-centric approach.

Neelkanth consistently exceeded performance benchmarks and has earned recognition in the prestigious Regional Director Club for the past five years. He also cleared Mutual fund distribution examination of NISM. Today, he serves a diverse client base, delivering need-based and personalized financial planning solutions for the families associated with him towards “Financial Freedom” his ultimate vision in the financial domain. Guided by a simple philosophy of serving both Information Technology and Investment, he continues to expand financial awareness, especially in underserved communities and trying to bring financial stress free moment in the life of his customers by serving them with zeal and dedication with honesty.

Naitik Ganguly

Naitik Ganguly is a healthcare entrepreneur committed to strengthening India’s emergency medical response system through technology and coordination. He is the Founder and Director of Cordial Care Medical Services Pvt. Ltd. and the mind behind Rapid Rescue, a one-tap healthcare platform designed to provide timely assistance during medical emergencies.

Having worked closely with hospitals across West Bengal, Naitik witnessed the gaps in emergency response, including delayed ambulances, lack of real-time hospital information, and fragmented care delivery. These experiences, combined with a personal loss caused by delayed medical support, shaped his resolve to create a solution that could save lives when every second matters.

Founded in 2020, Cordial Care laid the groundwork for Rapid Rescue, which integrates ambulance services, hospital bed availability, diagnostic labs, teleconsultations, medicine delivery, and digital health records into a single platform. The initiative aims to simplify access to emergency and preventive healthcare while reducing response time and confusion during critical moments.

Naitik’s long-term vision is to scale Rapid Rescue across urban and semi-urban regions in India and build a dependable ecosystem where technology, healthcare providers, and patients work seamlessly together. His work reflects a strong belief that efficient systems, not just infrastructure, are key to saving lives.

Kalyani Reddy

Kalyani Reddy is a healthcare entrepreneur from Andhra Pradesh, with a strong academic foundation in pharmacy and postgraduate training in the field. After completing her education, she spent over a decade working in the pharmaceutical industry, where she developed a deep understanding of how medicines are prescribed, dispensed, and consumed in India. This experience also exposed her to widespread misconceptions around generic medicines, particularly concerns related to quality and affordability.

Her professional journey includes a meaningful career break to raise her children, during which she remained closely connected to the healthcare space and continued to explore ways to improve access to medicines. This commitment eventually led her to co-found Medbuzz along with her husband, Hari Nadha Reddy. Hari brings more than twelve years of experience in retail pharmacy operations and a strong understanding of the structural challenges faced by consumers while accessing affordable medicines.

Together, they built Medbuzz as a digital healthcare platform focused on delivering cost-effective generic medicines directly to consumers while educating them about alternatives that meet the same safety, quality, and efficacy standards as branded drugs. Today, the Medbuzz app has crossed 5 lakh downloads and serves over 25,000 pincodes across India. The platform offers a wide range of generic medicines across e-commerce healthcare categories, from everyday treatments for fever to super-speciality medicines, along with ayurvedic and homeopathic products.

Kalyani and Hari remain committed to improving healthcare affordability, expanding access to essential medicines, and reshaping perceptions around generic drugs in India.

Priya Anandan

Priya Anandan is an advocate-turned-psychologist, transformational healer, and mental wellness expert known for her unique journey from law to psychology. After earning her law degree and practising as an advocate, Priya followed her calling toward holistic healing and the human mind, ultimately transitioning into the field of psychology to support others in emotional wellbeing and mental resilience.

Driven by a passion to help individuals overcome stress, anxiety, and life challenges, Priya pursued advanced training in psychological sciences and integrated healing modalities that bridge evidence-based psychotherapy with intuitive wellness practices. Her work blends clinical insight with compassionate guidance, empowering clients to navigate personal growth, trauma healing, and self-discovery.

Priya’s approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and a deep understanding of human behaviour, enabling her to connect with individuals from all walks of life. She offers personalised therapeutic support, workshops, and coaching designed to foster inner strength, emotional balance, and long-term mental wellbeing.

Beyond her professional practice, Priya actively contributes to mental health awareness and community education, aiming to reduce stigma and promote accessible support for those seeking positive change. Her journey exemplifies courage, reinvention, and a steadfast commitment to healing minds with integrity and heart.

Zaved Ansari

Zaved Ansari is an entrepreneur, digital marketing visionary, and mentor, best known as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FlyCon Media, a fast-growing digital marketing and influencer strategy agency. With a strong focus on performance-driven growth, Zaved has helped brands and creators strengthen their digital presence through data-led campaigns, impactful social media strategies, and authentic influencer ecosystems.

Under his leadership, FlyCon Media has emerged as a trusted partner for businesses looking to scale visibility, engagement, and revenue in an increasingly competitive digital landscape. Zaved’s strength lies in his ability to blend analytical precision with creative thinking, enabling brands to build relevance and long-term value online.

Beyond agency leadership, Zaved is deeply invested in mentoring the next generation of professionals. He is the creator of “The Hidden Influencers,” a YouTube initiative focused on guiding students and young professionals in areas such as personal branding, digital marketing skills, career building, and ethical influence. The platform aims to bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity.

From humble beginnings to becoming a recognised digital strategist and mentor, Zaved Ansari continues to inspire marketers, creators, and entrepreneurs across India through his work, vision, and commitment to meaningful digital growth.

Dr. Rrahul Vshnoi

Dr. Rrahul Vshnoi is the Managing Director of Sheffield School India, a leading education brand that has been shaping quality learning experiences across the country since its entry into India in 2018. Under his leadership, Sheffield School India has expanded rapidly, building a strong presence across eight states with nearly 25 senior schools and pre-schools currently operating nationwide.

Guided by a clear vision to make holistic, future-ready education accessible to learners from diverse backgrounds, Dr. Vshnoi has been instrumental in establishing systems that emphasise academic excellence, modern pedagogy, and student-centric development. His strategic and structured approach has helped position Sheffield School India as a trusted name in India’s evolving education ecosystem.

Dr. Vshnoi’s contributions to the education sector have been widely recognised at both national and international levels. He has been honoured by Southern Cross University, Australia, and by Shri Suresh Prabhu Ji, former Minister of Railways and Civil Aviation, Government of India. He has also received recognition from Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, and Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami Ji, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand. His international accolades include honours presented by Abhijeet Sawant in Bangkok and Shri Deepak Vohra Ji, former Secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador to Armenia, Georgia, and Poland.

Through consistent execution and visionary leadership, Dr. Rrahul Vshnoi continues to drive meaningful and lasting impact in Indian education.

Namrata Jena

Namrata Jena is a brand consultant, mentor, motivational speaker, and healer, known for empowering entrepreneurs, with a strong focus on startups and women-led businesses. While her work largely centres around women entrepreneurs, guidance and support are also extended across the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem through inclusive community-led initiatives.

She is the Founder of Powai Events and The Alpha League Club, platforms that have evolved into trusted ecosystems for business networking, collaboration, and entrepreneurial growth.

With a vision to help businesses gain visibility and credibility, Powai Events has been transformed into a dynamic marketing and networking hub operating across both online and offline formats. Engagements are designed to go beyond traditional networking, encompassing brand endorsements, podcasts, interviews, curated business networking meets, and social networking events. Emphasis is placed on meaningful conversations, strategic visibility, knowledge exchange, and the building of long-term professional relationships.

As a mentor, structured mentorship is provided exclusively to the members of The Alpha League Club, where entrepreneurs are guided in building strong personal and business brands. The mentorship framework is driven by the 3C Principle—Consistency, Communication, and Community, through which founders are enabled to develop clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth strategies.

In addition to her business expertise, she is recognised as a soul and energy healer, inner child healer, and manifestation coach. A unique integration of mindset transformation with branding and strategic thinking is practiced, helping individuals align personal evolution with professional success.

Through her work, an environment continues to be fostered where empowered entrepreneurs are supported and uplifted, creating a ripple effect of shared growth and long-term impact.

Dr. Mayur Sejpal

Dr. Mayur Sejpal is an MBA-qualified entrepreneur and a seasoned finance and investment professional with over 15 years of experience in India’s financial markets. Widely recognised for his expertise in investment advisory and IPO consulting, he has built a strong reputation for guiding individuals and businesses toward sustainable wealth creation and long-term financial growth.

He currently serves as Director at One Bull Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd., Akshay Education Pvt. Ltd., and Saffron Factory Informatics Pvt. Ltd., and also works as a strategic advisor to multiple listed and unlisted companies. His role spans investment planning, capital structuring, business strategy, and IPO advisory, helping organisations raise funds, strengthen governance, and scale effectively.

Over the years, Dr. Sejpal has advised thousands of clients across diverse financial profiles, offering personalised investment strategies aligned with long-term goals. His advisory approach is built on disciplined planning, deep market insight, and a strong client-first philosophy.

What sets him apart is his ability to simplify complex financial concepts while maintaining a sharp focus on risk management and value creation. Today, Dr. Mayur Sejpal is regarded as a trusted voice in finance, investment advisory, and IPO consulting, committed to empowering India’s next generation of investors and entrepreneurs.

Mohinee Singh

Mohinee Singh is a visionary entrepreneur and leader in the tech media and cybersecurity ecosystem, best known as the Co-founder and CEO of CXO Junction, a global platform that fosters strategic dialogue among over 10,000 C-suite executives across IT, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation. Her journey from an adaptive learner to a transformational leader reflects resilience, strategic insight, and a passion for building impactful communities.

Born into a military family, Mohinee developed adaptability and confidence early in life, moving across regions and embracing change as a constant. Before entering the corporate world, she explored creative avenues such as modeling, acting, and digital content creation, which shaped her communication skills and brand storytelling abilities. An internship in marketing soon ignited her interest in corporate strategy, setting the stage for her leadership career. She later enhanced her strategic business expertise through advanced studies in sales and marketing at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow.

Under her guidance, CXO Junction evolved from a simple networking idea into a respected tech media house that connects industry leaders, drives high-impact conversations, and enables collaborations among executives and solution providers worldwide. Mohinee champions a leadership ethos rooted in mentorship, trust, and empowerment, building structured processes and cultivating future leaders within her organization. Her mission is to create platforms that not only inform but also inspire and enable impactful decisions in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Neela Moitra

Neela Moitra is a celebrated leadership trainer, business coach, and the Founder of Grow N Glow Learning & Development, a knowledge-driven organisation focused on building sustainable personal and professional growth. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked extensively across the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors, holding leadership roles that shaped her deep understanding of people, performance, and organisational transformation.

A certified coach from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the Indian Leadership Academy, Neela is known as a strategic solution provider who listens deeply and delivers actionable insights. Her training programmes are designed to address real-world challenges, combining leadership development, communication excellence, mindset transformation, and business coaching.

Neela has mentored professionals, leaders, and MSME founders, helping them navigate complexity, enhance decision-making, and unlock long-term growth. Her facilitation style is interactive and experiential, encouraging collaboration, critical thinking, and accountability within teams.

Affiliated with Osmania University, Neela also contributes to academic and professional learning ecosystems. Recognised as a “people’s person,” she blends empathy with strategic clarity, making her a trusted mentor for individuals and organisations seeking meaningful transformation.

Through Grow N Glow, Neela Moitra continues to empower leaders to grow with purpose, resilience, and impact.

Ravi Chahal

Ravi Chahal is the Founder and CEO of Kanaya Silver, a handcrafted luxury silver jewellery brand dedicated to reviving forgotten artisan traditions and preserving heritage craftsmanship. Raised in a small village in North India, Ravi’s entrepreneurial journey is shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a deep respect for cultural artistry. After completing his MBA in 2007, he gained extensive international experience across India, China, Thailand, and Europe, building a strong foundation in global jewellery manufacturing and trade.

In 2021, Ravi co-founded Kanaya Silver with a clear mission: to protect and promote traditional Balinese silver-making techniques that were at risk of fading away. The brand follows a 100 percent handcrafted process, avoiding casting and mass production, ensuring each creation reflects authenticity, precision, and artistic soul.

Under his leadership, Kanaya Silver has grown from a single workshop into a globally recognised atelier employing over 55 skilled artisans and offering more than 20,000 original designs. The brand now serves international markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

Ravi Chahal is widely recognised for blending ethical entrepreneurship with cultural preservation, positioning Kanaya Silver as a meaningful name in global artisanal luxury.

Anand Keshri

Anand Keshri is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Turant Logistics, a hyperlocal intra-city parcel pickup and drop company operating in Patna, Bihar. Turant Logistics offers fast, affordable, and reliable delivery solutions for documents, medicines, food items, and daily essentials, catering to individuals, retailers, and small businesses across the city.

Born on November 5, 1993, in Ara, Bihar, Anand comes from a low-middle-class family and is the eldest among four siblings. An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, he built a strong foundation in logistics and operations through professional stints at companies such as LetsTransport and Guaranteed Rental in Bengaluru, gaining hands-on experience in last-mile delivery, fleet management, and city-level logistics scaling.

Despite lucrative corporate opportunities, Anand chose to return to Bihar with a clear mission to build local solutions and contribute to regional economic development. Along with his IIT Kharagpur senior Arvind Jha, he founded Turant Logistics to bring structure and efficiency to Patna’s fragmented delivery ecosystem while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Supported by Startup Bihar, Turant Logistics has received a ₹10 lakh grant under the Bihar Startup Policy. Anand continues to focus on execution, unit economics, and long-term impact, building a trusted logistics brand rooted in Bihar.

Dr. Shankhamita

Dr. Shankhamita is an entrepreneur, brand strategist, TED speaker, and motivational leader with over a decade of experience across human resource management, entrepreneurship, and large-scale event leadership. She is the Founder and CEO of Glamorous Events and Occasions, a premium event management and experiential brand known for delivering innovative and customised solutions across corporate events, weddings, conferences, exhibitions, and private celebrations.

Academically accomplished, Dr. Shankhamita holds an MBA from ISB and a Doctorate in Training and Development. Her academic journey reflects deep expertise in leadership development, organisational behaviour, and people management. Before stepping into entrepreneurship, she built a strong corporate career in human resources, gaining hands-on experience in recruitment, performance management, compensation structures, and employee engagement with reputed organisations.

Beyond her business ventures, she is a certified image consultant and a sought-after speaker on entrepreneurship, motivation, leadership, and career growth. In 2022, she authored the award-winning book Why Me?, which received multiple recognitions for its powerful message on resilience, self-belief, and personal transformation.

Known for her clarity of vision, execution excellence, and people-centric leadership style, Dr. Shankhamita continues to inspire professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs through her work, thought leadership, and unwavering commitment to purposeful and impact-driven growth.

Dr. Alice Preetha

Dr. Alice Preetha is an award-winning therapist, executive leadership coach, and author, recognized for her integrative approach to emotional wellness and human transformation. Based in Noida, she holds a PhD in Human Resource Management and Organizational Psychologyand brings together clinical insight, leadership psychology, and reflective practice in her work with individuals, couples, and senior leaders.

Her journey in mental health has deep roots. In 2001, she contributed to earthquake-relief efforts in Bhuj, offering psychosocial support to affected families, and later served as a counselor in Dharavi, Mumbai. These early experiences shaped her belief that emotional wellbeing must be both accessible and grounded in dignity.

Since 2016, Dr. Alice has led Gumption Mind,her flagship practice that integrates CBT, ACT, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and trauma-informed perspectives. Her clients span India, the US, UK, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, seeking her structured yet compassionate style of therapeutic and leadership work.

She is also the founder of the StillRoot Collective, a community-centered emotional wellness initiative that blends reflection, rooted living, and accessible growth tools for purpose-driven individuals. StillRoot focuses on resilience, emotional clarity, and grounded leadership—reflecting Dr. Alice’s core philosophy that lasting growth requires strong internal foundations.

In her national role, Dr. Alice serves as the National President of the WICCI National Psychological Wellbeing Council, leading awareness, advocacy, and community-based mental health initiatives across India.

A prolific creator, she runs two digital platforms:
Rooted with Dr. Alice Preetha, a clarity-driven emotional wellness channel, and
Whispers and Windows, a storytelling channel exploring healing, resilience, and human experience through metaphor and narrative.

As an author, her works—including Unlocking Love and Happiness, The Trust Blueprint, and Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Personal and Professional Success—offer practical, emotionally resonant guidance for everyday psychological wellbeing.

Across her professional roles, Dr. Alice’s work is defined by clarity, compassion, and a deep respect for human resilience. She continues to shape the emotional wellness landscape in India through therapy, leadership coaching, community initiatives, and creative education.

Neha Garg

Neha Garg is a holistic healer, transformational guide, and the Founder & Director of D’vine Cosmos Pvt. Ltd., a fast-growing emotional and energy healing enterprise in India. With an MBA in Human Resources and an early career break that led her into entrepreneurship as a chocolatier, Neha’s journey reflects courage, reinvention, and deep inner exploration.

Driven by a search for peace, balance, and purpose, she discovered the world of holistic healing and, from 2013 onward, immersed herself in extensive learning across India and globally. Her expertise spans sound healing, crystal therapy, breathwork, hypnotherapy, NLP, and other integrative healing modalities. In 2019, her vision took shape as D’vine Cosmos—now a sanctuary for emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual healing.

To further strengthen her evidence-based approach to emotional wellbeing, Neha recently completed a Stress Management certification from Harvard Health Publishing, Harvard Medical School, deepening her understanding of scientifically backed stress and resilience practices.

Neha leads a team of 25–30 professionals and has impacted over 2,200 clients, including individuals, students, corporates, and institutions. Her work is known for its deeply personalized, compassionate, and results-driven approach.

Recognized as Women Face of the Year 2025, Leader of the Year 2024, and a recipient of an Honorary Doctorate, Neha remains grounded in her mission to help people reconnect with themselves and achieve truly holistic, medicine-free well-being.

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