Expert Spotlight

Sheeja Shaju
Sheeja Shaju
Speaker, Executive Leadership Coach
CEO, I Create
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With more than 25 years of experience and 2000+ hours of training and coaching, Sheeja has led programs for Globant, Epiroc Mining, Hershey’s, BMC Software, and ArcelorMittal.She has coached leaders across India and globally in the US, UK, Singapore, Ukraine, Malaysia, and more.

Honored among “50 Under 50 Empowered Indians” by Fox Story India, she is a co-author of two Amazon bestsellers – Become and Growing Groups Into Teams, and author of The Conscious Leader.

Specializing in Ontological Coaching and Somatics, Sheeja empowers leaders with conversational tools for breakthrough results. She founded Project Azaadi, providing free basic education for underprivileged women.

Featured in Indian Management Magazine, Business Standard, Times of India, Lokmat Times, and Hindustan Times, she is recognized for reshaping leadership norms in business.

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Amit Jadhav
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Dr. Amit Jadhav is a Digital Transformation Pioneer, AI Strategist, and Personal Growth Catalyst with over 21 years of business excellence. A Harvard Business School alumnus, he has delivered 450+ keynotes globally and transformed 5,500+ lives through his powerful blend of technology and personal development.

As Director at Modelcam Technologies (USA & India), he leads innovations in Digital Twin, AI-powered manufacturing, and PTC Windchill PLM. He is also the creator of impactful movements like #ReclaimTheLifeYouDeserve and #TheFdLife, empowering professionals and leaders to unlock peak performance and purpose-driven success.

Dr. Jadhav specializes in bridging cutting-edge tech with human potential to drive transformational outcomes for individuals and organizations worldwide.

Harshit Gupta
Harshit Gupta
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Harshit Gupta is an International Digital Marketing & AI Trainer, LinkedIn Branding Specialist, and the Founder of GrowthAcad – a premier digital marketing and generative AI education platform. With over 10 years of industry experience, he has trained 20,000+ professionals globally across India, USA, UK, Canada, the Middle East, and more.

Harshit began his journey in 2014 by founding Hash & Karma, a results-driven digital agency, and later transitioned into education by launching GrowthAcad in 2021. His company partners with top institutions like DY Patil University, Symbiosis, and MIT ADT to deliver cutting-edge training in AI-powered marketing, SEO, LinkedIn marketing, and growth strategies.

He is dedicated to equipping students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with the tools to thrive in the evolving digital landscape.

Dr. Pushkar Khair
Dr. Pushkar Khair
Consulting Physician | Digital Healthcare Communications Expert | Design Thinking Advocate
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Dr. Pushkar Khair is a seasoned physician with over 18 years of clinical experience, coupled with a deep passion for transforming healthcare through human-centered digital experiences. He currently leads Digital Healthcare Communications at Ethosh Digital, where he combines his medical expertise with innovative communication strategies.

Trained in neurolinguistic programming, psychotherapy, design thinking, storytelling for influence, instructional design, and gamification, Dr. Khair brings a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex healthcare challenges. His focus lies in creating meaningful, user-centric solutions in the fields of healthcare and life sciences.

Beyond his clinical and strategic roles, he is a strong advocate of public speaking, health education, and problem-solving through design thinking. His unique ability to bridge medical insight with digital strategy and behavioral science makes him a valuable contributor to the evolving landscape of healthcare innovation.

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Rushi Kapal
Stanford LEAD Alumni | PhD | Dual Masters in Management | Published Author | Sales Excellence Specialist | Theatre Producer | Former CXO of Fortune 500 Companies
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With over three decades of diverse professional experience, Rushi Kapal is a seasoned leader known for building exceptional sales teams and providing impactful leadership coaching. Holding a PhD along with dual master’s degrees in management, Rushi has authored five books and continues to contribute to academia by teaching at management institutes and supporting educational initiatives to nurture the next generation of leaders.

Rushi’s illustrious corporate career spans 21 years across prominent organizations such as Sony, Qualcomm, Castrol, Ericsson, Tata Lucent/Avaya, and HCL. His most recent corporate role was as Interim Managing Director of Sony Mobile Communications, where he was responsible for a business portfolio exceeding USD 200 million, leading a highly motivated team of over 300 professionals.

Currently based in Mumbai, Rushi combines his expertise in sales excellence with a passion for leadership development and theatre production, continuously striving to make a meaningful impact across industries and communities.

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Dr. Vishakha Oke
Medical Professional | Healthcare Consultant | Healthcare Trainer | Business Strategy & Sales Facilitator
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Dr. Vishakha Oke is an accomplished medical and healthcare professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in the fields of healthcare, alternative medicine therapies, skin and hair treatments, including hair transplant surgeries.

She is a seasoned trainer and facilitator specializing in Healthcare Management, Cosmetology, and Emergency Medicine. Her sessions are known for combining clinical expertise with practical business insights.

Dr. Oke has served as a Trichologist with several international organizations and holds prestigious certifications from the American Heart Association and Red Cross Association, USA. She is licensed to provide training in both Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS & ACLS). With her diverse expertise and dedication to continuous learning, Dr. Vishakha Oke continues to make a meaningful impact across the healthcare and training sectors.

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Tejonidhi Bhandare
CEO – Reliance Animation | Business & Financial Strategist | Transformation Leader
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Tejonidhi Bhandare is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in business leadership, financial planning, and strategic transformation. Currently serving as the CEO of Reliance Animation, he also leads finance functions as the CFO of the organization.

Recognized for his expertise in Business and Financial Planning, Mr. Bhandare has consistently delivered results through strategic foresight and operational excellence. His proficiency spans across conceptualizing and implementing financial procedures, finalization of accounts, audits, fund management, statutory compliance, and profit monitoring. Throughout his career, he has contributed significantly to the growth and profitability of organizations by managing end-to-end finance operations, legal processes, and administrative functions. His contributions have been instrumental in the success of organizations such as IBM, Amdocs, and most notably, Reliance Animation and Reliance Education, where he played a vital role in building new projects and achieving key business goals.

A result-oriented leader, he brings a comprehensive understanding of budgeting, MIS reporting, statutory compliance, treasury operations, payroll, and legal frameworks. His ability to deliver financial insights to top management supports strategic decision-making and long-term value creation. With his strong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, Mr. Tejonidhi Bhandare continues to be a driving force in business innovation and financial leadership.

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Aparna Dixit
Founder & Psychologist – Perspective.Inc | Behavioural Therapist | Remedial Teaching Expert | POSH & POCSO Trainer | Corporate Trainer
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Aparna Dixit is a dedicated mental health professional and the visionary founder of Perspective.Inc, with a strong foundation in psychology and behavioral therapy. She brings a wealth of experience in counseling youth and families on issues such as de-addiction, relationship challenges, stress management, suicide prevention, anxiety, and depression.

A skilled educator and mentor, she also trains aspiring counselors, helping them develop essential therapeutic skills and empathy-driven approaches. Her expertise extends to remedial teaching for children with learning disabilities, where she adopts tailored strategies to enhance learning outcomes. As a certified POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) trainer, Aparna conducts impactful awareness and compliance workshops across organizations and educational institutions.

She is also a seasoned corporate trainer, delivering engaging sessions on mindful living, team building, and stress management, contributing to healthier and more resilient workplaces. With a passion for mental wellness and holistic growth, Aparna Dixit continues to empower individuals, families, and organizations through compassionate counseling, specialized training, and inclusive education.

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Anand Godse
Head – COE & Ecosystem Development, Lillia | Entrepreneur Transformation Expert, deAsra Foundation | Director, Flow Social Sciences Research Organization
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Anand Godse is a passionate and visionary leader dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth through the integration of psychological insight and practical experience. Currently serving as the Head of COE & Ecosystem Development at Lillia, he also plays key roles as Entrepreneur Transformation Expert at deAsra Foundation and Director at Flow Social Sciences Research Organization.

With a unique blend of Western and Indian psychological frameworks, Anand combines his expertise in corporate training, teaching, counseling, research, and consultancy to deliver holistic development programs. His approach is grounded in real-world experience and academic depth, making his interventions both impactful and relatable.

Anand is on a mission to raise awareness about the power of health and well-being across all aspects of life—personal, professional, and societal. Through his initiatives, he continues to inspire transformation by promoting mental wellness, emotional intelligence, and human-centric leadership.

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Nitin Sanker
Managing Director – Middle Earth | International Trainer – HRM & OD | Executive Director – Asian HR Board | IIM-Calcutta Alumnus
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Nitin Sanker is a renowned international trainer and human resource strategist with over two decades of experience in HR Management, Organizational Development, and Strategic Leadership. As the Managing Director of Middle Earth HR, India’s largest specialist HR training company, he has played a pivotal role in expanding its operations across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa, including cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Lagos, Jakarta, Muscat, and Kuala Lumpur.

An alumnus of IIM-Calcutta, Mr. Sanker has been recognized as one of its distinguished alumni and was ranked among the Top 10 Prominent Alumni by Business India magazine in their prestigious annual B-school survey. He has served as visiting faculty at IIM-Calcutta and continues to engage with the Indian School of Business (ISB), delivering advanced leadership programs for CEOs, CXOs, IPS probationers, McKinsey consultants, and more. In his academic and training pursuits, he is also a part of the faculty development team for Indonesia’s top institutions — the University of Jakarta and the Institute of Technology, Bandung, delivering HR curriculum development and faculty training.

Mr. Sanker has led consulting assignments in Competency Management, Compensation Structuring, Assessment Center Design, HR Process Engineering, and Strategic HR Development with leading organizations like the Tata Group, GE, Dr. Reddy’s, Fidelity Group, Crompton Greaves, and Wipro. His global training impact includes senior leaders from the Sheikh of Dubai’s office, Nigerian Airforce, British Petroleum Indonesia, and the Petroleum Development Authority of Oman, among others. He also holds an honorary position as the Executive Director of The Asian HR Board and is a member of the editorial board of one of India’s top HR journals. Known for blending academic excellence with hands-on global consulting expertise, Mr. Nitin Sanker continues to shape the future of HR leadership across industries and geographies.