Post Graduate Program in FAMILY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & GLOBAL LEADERSHIP

Dr. Rony G Kurien

DEAN, ISME

Dr. Rony G Kurien is holding a Ph.D. in Consumer Behaviour and an MBA in Marketing. He has over 33 years of leadership experience across education, business development and consulting. His career spans senior roles in reputed institutions and organizations in India and abroad, including Australia and the USA. His academic interests include marketing, customer decision making, tourism development, retailing and education.

Dr. Purnajit Chatterjee

Head of External Relations, Training & Consulting, ISME

Dr. Purnajit Chatterjee holds a PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad and a D.Litt. He brings over three decades of extensive industry experience since 1988, including senior leadership roles at IBM and other leading global corporations. Since transitioning to academia in 2018, he has been actively involved in leading executive education and postgraduate programs, with a strong focus on strategic management. His areas of expertise include marketing management, international business, product and brand management, and technology strategy.

Indranil Dutta

Associate Professor of Practice & Consulting Lead, ISME

Indranil Dutta holds a B.Tech (Hons.) and a PGDM and joined ISME after a distinguished corporate career in leadership roles. He brings over two decades of experience in market research, strategy, and business insights, having worked with leading organizations such as Kantar, IDC, and IBM. At ISME, he teaches and mentors students in market research, consumer behaviour, services marketing, and international business. He is currently pursuing a PhD from IIM Sambalpur.

Arvind Agarwalla

Founder of FACT Software Group

Born in Kolkata, he completed his graduation in 1983 from St. Xavier’s College. In 1993, he moved to Singapore, where he expanded his professional journey and went on to establish and lead Fact Software Group, building it into a recognized player in the technology and enterprise software space.

Archana Garodia Gupta

Owner – Touchstone Gems & Jewellery Pvt. Ltd.

She is an alumna of Lady Shri Ram College for Women and Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. Since 1988, she has led the company with strategic vision and strong industry expertise, driving its sustained growth and excellence in the jewellery sector.

Ravinder Singh

Investor: Deep Tech & Science | Professor: Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Harvard alumnus, award-winning technologist, Professor of Innovation, deep-tech investor, and global speaker. A seasoned C-level leader in Technology and Engineering, he has led large-scale innovation initiatives, built high-performance engineering teams, and driven transformative growth across industries.

Jai Shankar Krishnan

President, High Growth Markets – Danaher Corporationz

A Harvard alumnus, international sportsperson, and angel investor, he brings a unique blend of strategic leadership, global business acumen, and competitive excellence. With extensive experience in scaling high-growth markets, he has led transformative initiatives and driven sustainable business expansion across diverse geographies.

Harsh Shah

Non-Executive Director | Board Advisor

Non-Executive Director and Board Advisor, and an alumnus of Harvard Business School. An Executive Coach, turnaround and transformation expert, angel investor, and CPA, he brings deep expertise in strategic leadership, financial stewardship, and driving sustainable organizational growth.

Prakash Singh

Academician and Consultant

Academician and consultant, serving as Professor of Banking and Private Equity. He is an Independent Director on multiple boards, with expertise in fintech, startup funding, and valuation. An alumnus of Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, he holds a Ph.D. from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani and brings strong research depth combined with industry insight to his work.

Savithri Sravanthi

Founder & Managing Partner | Certified Independent Director

Founder and Managing Partner with a strong academic and professional foundation, she is a University Rank Holder in both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, blending academic excellence with practical leadership. A Certified Independent Director and Start-up Mentor at T-Hub, she actively guides emerging entrepreneurs. An accomplished author and Registered POSH Trainer with the Ministry of Women & Child Development (WCD), she contributes to workplace compliance and gender sensitization. She also serves as Treasurer and Trustee at MVF Iustus Legal, supporting governance, financial oversight, and strategic direction.

Krishna J V S N

Performance Management | Taxation | Business Transformation

A seasoned professional in Performance Management, Taxation, and Business Transformation, he drives financial efficiency and strategic growth initiatives. As Founder and Director of JSS Group, he leads advisory engagements focused on process optimization, profitability, and organizational transformation. An alumnus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, he brings strong technical expertise in tax advisory, financial restructuring, compliance strategy, and performance improvement for growing enterprises.