Entrepreneur & Solid Waste Management Expert
Saikesh Paruchuri
Saikesh is a dedicated social entrepreneur with over 15 years of diverse experience spanning solid and liquid waste management, training and capacity building, event coordination, and software development. As an Executive Member of the International Society for Waste Management, Air and Water (ISWMAW), he has been instrumental in advancing sustainable environmental practices. His work with municipal bodies—including the Greater Hyderabad, Guntur, Tenali, and Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporations supporting decentralized waste systems, zero-waste models, and capacity-building initiatives. He built a Robust Sanitation Strategy in Tenali Municipality for ensuring effective SWM. He has also contributed significantly to the development of localized waste solutions for gated communities, led research-driven facility design, and organized major events such as international conferences on sustainable waste management. .
Expert in Sustainable Development
Padma Gunde
Padma is Environment Expert with over 22 years of experience in sustainable development, solid waste management, and environmental education. She has led impactful projects across government and civil society sectors, including the preparation of People’s Biodiversity Registers and large-scale community engagement campaigns. She is known for her work in policy advisory, training, and environmental awareness, especially among youth and marginalized communities, and brings deep expertise in both ecological planning and social development.
HR Professional
Srinivas Kagitoju
Srinivas Kagitoju is a seasoned professional with over 21 years of rich experience in administration and human resource management, contributing significantly to the growth and operational excellence of diverse institutions across the education, development, and technology sectors. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong leadership in managing day-to-day operations, streamlining HR functions, ensuring compliance, and implementing organizational policies that support both people and processes.
Marketing & PR Strategist
Abdul Mujeeb Shaik
Abdul is an experienced serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in startups, brand storytelling, social impact communication, and business development. He has led impactful campaigns across sectors such as sustainability, livelihoods, water management, and women empowerment, crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. With a proven track record of building strong brand identities and executing high-impact communication strategies, Abdul blends market insight, grassroots engagement, and innovation to deliver meaningful results. He has worked closely with social enterprises, incubators, and CSR teams to position brands with purpose and authenticity, while also managing digital campaigns, stakeholder engagement, and media outreach. His holistic and community-driven approach ensures visibility, trust, and long-term impact across both urban and rural markets.
FPOs, Market & IT Expert
Dr. Prasanna Kumar TP
Dr Prasanna is a development professional with over 21 years of experience in public program leadership, agriculture value chains, and digital transformation. He has led initiatives in FPO capacity building, market linkages, and ERP-based governance systems to strengthen rural enterprises. His expertise spans multi-stakeholder partnerships, policy documentation, and data-driven monitoring for government and donor-funded programs. With a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, he combines grassroots understanding with system-level thinking to design sustainable and inclusive rural development models.