Rajiv Kumar

Board Member

Rajiv Kumar, an esteemed Indian economist, is recognized for his significant contributions in both government and academic spheres. He served as the second vice-chairman of the NITI Aayog and held key positions in the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Finance, where he played a crucial role as an economic advisor during the reform years of 1991-1994. With extensive experience in government, academia, industry associations, and international financial institutions, Kumar brings a diverse perspective to his work. Additionally, he has served as an independent director on the central boards of the Reserve Bank of India and the State Bank of India. Kumar is a prolific author of several books on India’s economy and national security. He is also a respected economic columnist for major Indian publications and a sought-after speaker on the Indian political economy.

Dilip Chenoy

Board Member

Dilip Chenoy, the Founder of DC Skills, is a highly respected figure in the field of skill development and industry advocacy. With over 40 years of experience, he provides advisory services to organizations in scaling, sustainability, strategy, and skills. As the Chairman of Bharat Web3 Association (BWA) and an advisor to startups, Dilip remains at the forefront of technological advancements and entrepreneurial ventures. Throughout his career, he has held significant leadership positions, including Secretary General of FICCI, Managing Director and CEO of NSDC, Director General of SIAM, and Deputy Director General of CII. Dilip’s educational background includes an Honours Degree in Chemistry, an MBA, and a certificate in Negotiation and Mediation. He is recognized as a fellow of the World Academy of Productivity Science (WAPS), highlighting his expertise and contributions to the industry.

Mohammed Saqib

Board Member

Mohammed Saqib is a distinguished economist specializing in international trade, FDI, regional cooperation, MSME, and environment. With a wealth of experience as a researcher, consultant, and founder of the India China Economic & Cultural Council (ICEC), he has significantly contributed to fostering economic and cultural ties between India and China. As the CEO of the Bureau of Research on Industry & Economic Fundamentals (BRIEF), Saqib conducts extensive research and surveys on economic and social issues while advising industry associations and company boards. With numerous publications to his credit and a guest faculty role at renowned management institutes, he continues to be a leading authority in his field, currently working on a book exploring the “Economics of Geopolitics in the Asian Region”.

Navanit Samaiyar

Board Member

Navanit Samaiyar is an accomplished CXO and business builder with 30+ years of experience in scaling and transforming businesses across diverse industries. With a track record of delivering growth, innovation, and social impact, Navanit is passionate about digital literacy and empowering underserved communities. His expertise spans various functional areas such as P&L management, procurement, supply chain, product development, marketing, sales, and customer service. Navanit’s industry knowledge covers education, skilling, healthcare, agribusiness, technology, customer service, outsourcing, supply chain, and retail. He firmly believes in leveraging technology, big data, AI/ML, and RPA for business transformation and scalability.

Navaid Khan

Board Member

Navaid Khan is a seasoned business leader with a successful track record of building and advising business organizations. With extensive experience in the telecom industry, including roles at Sterling, Hexacom, Bharti (Airtel), and Spice, Navaid has held various executive positions and has been involved in strategic planning, rural development, and external relations. Currently serving as the Group Advisor at ABC Consultants Pvt. Ltd., Navaid also advises government bodies, councils, and start-ups. He is a member of the Chief Minister’s Economic Transformation Advisory Council in Rajasthan and holds positions on the boards of various organizations, including the Telecom Advisory Board Member of Power Grid Corporation of India. With over 45 years of operational and leadership experience across multiple sectors, Navaid has a wealth of expertise in turning companies around and promoting profitable growth.

Ajit Biswas

Board Member

Ajit is a co-founder of EnrichAI, where he has led the company’s growth and geographical expansion since its inception in late 2016. With nearly a decade of experience, Ajit’s focus is on catapulting industries globally in their digital transformation journeys by leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. Previously, he successfully built and led HopCar, one of India’s first peer-to-peer used car transaction platforms. Ajit holds a management degree from the Indian School of Business, specializing in Strategy and Operations, and brings a unique blend of expertise in building B2B and C2C ventures from the ground up, leading diverse teams, and scaling operations. He is deeply passionate about the technology industry and is particularly interested in championing internet-enabled and mobile-enabled technology businesses, designing enterprise software products, and prioritizing customer satisfaction.