Meet our Community

Ujwala spent 12 years in real estate finance and banking, raising private equity and debt for real estate, hospitality and allied infrastructure. She quit the corporate world to pursue projects of happiness, the latest being ceramics and studio pottery.Ujwala along with her husband, Praanavlove traveling. After quitting their respective jobs, they undertook a 1 year self-drive road trip across India.They are new to the social sector & had been thinking about ways to get started.

Uma Challa has a Master’s in Computer Science from the US and over 14 years of experience with Fortune 500 companies like Merck Pharmaceuticals and AT&T. She now serves as the Managing Partner at SUAA Ecommerce Professionals LLP, where she manages back-office services for clients.

Uma Gumireddy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Osmania University and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU). She is an Associate Member of the Institute of Town Planners, India (ITPI). She was formerly associated with Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU), where she served as faculty for the M.Tech Planning program for several years. During her tenure, she mentored numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students, guiding them in their thesis and dissertation work. Her husband, Mr. Phaneendra Reddy Gumireddy, is an IAS officer in Telangana, known for his significant contributions to public administration. Their son, Siddarth Reddy, is working in India as a software engineer, while their daughter, Neeharika, is pursuing her undergraduate studies in the United States. Beyond her academic and professional engagements, Uma has a deep interest in traveling, exploring diverse cuisines, and clay modeling, reflecting her creative and artistic inclinations.

Urvi leads the Centre of Philanthropy for Social Justice at the Indian School of Development Management (ISDM). Earlier, Urvi was an economist at Willis Towers Watson, a global advisory company. Her work has been featured in local and international publications and she has been a frequent speaker at the Global Economic Symposium. She is an Economics graduate from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi and a Masters in Economics from the University of Warwick, UK. Urvi is passionate about developing research and actionable knowledge on effective philanthropy, to help philanthropy deliver sustainable social change.

A commerce graduate from Badruka College of Commerce & Arts, Usha is passionate about education, entrepreneurship, sports, women empowerment, and the transformation of societal and cultural values. Being actively involved in business discussions at home helped her develop a strong understanding of the nuances of business and the intersection of enterprise and social impact. Usha has previously worked with Srinivasa Farms as General Manager – Business Development (Layer Division) and was a member of the core leadership team. She’s currently in real estate. She also volunteers at Landmark Worldwide, a personal and professional development organization focused on enabling individuals to achieve success and fulfillment. Usha enjoys travelling, reading, music, and adventure sports, and is the proud parent of two adult children, Meghana and Prithvi.

Vaishnavi is Master of Science from The London School of Economics and a Fellow, Holistic Education - Bhoomi College, Bengaluru. Vaishanvi is the Executive Director Bhumi for almost 10 years and also the founder of the Bhumi Fellowship.Vaishnavi is invested in include education, health, sports, mental animal welfare, and environment. Vaishanvi founded the socio-emotional learning program in 2017 and the Bhumi Fellowship program in 2020. She is a fitness enthusiast and enjoys running, cycling, and swimming; and travelling to lesser-known places that are calm, green, and disconnected.

Vamsee is an expert in Transportation Planning and Travel Demand Modeling with over 28 years of experience. She currently works part-time as the Director of Travel Forecasting at TJKM in California. After spending over a decade with various consulting firms in the US, she moved back to India and worked as a freelance consultant on projects spanning India, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, Turkey, and the US. She holds a degree from the University of Massachusetts. More recently, she co-founded AlfaXbatt Pvt Limited, a deeptech firm developing high-performance batteries. She is deeply engaged in the challenges of building a startup from the ground up, from raising capital to establishing operations. Beyond her professional pursuits, Vamsee is an avid reader drawn to historic nonfiction and personal memoirs. Travel is central to her life, particularly month long mother-daughter expeditions during school holidays that combine their shared passions for reading, museums, and culinary exploration. These journeys often focus on historic sites, wildlife experiences, birdwatching, and conservation initiatives, reflecting her deep connection to nature. Her daughter Varsha, currently in 9th grade, shares her commitment to engaged philanthropy and is the only young person who attends all SVP chapter meetings. Vamsee actively supports various nonprofits in road safety, health, and women's empowerment.

Vandana is a globally experienced homemaker whose perspective is shaped by living and engaging across Asia, North America, and Africa. Through her professional journey and personal life, she has worked closely with senior leaders and diverse communities, gaining a deep appreciation for cross?cultural dynamics, adaptability, and resilience in complex environments. As a full?time homemaker, Vandana brings deep understanding of family, community, mobility, and cultural transition—insights that are especially relevant in global and multicultural contexts. Her lived experience across continents enables her to offer grounded, empathetic perspectives on leadership, change, and human interaction across cultures. She combines this global exposure with an entrepreneurial and advisory mindset, contributing thoughtfully to discussions that span people, purpose, and operating realities in an interconnected world.

Vani Rathi manages the family portfolio of investments through the family office. Apart from investing in listed equities, the family office has also invested in private equity deals. Being excited and passionate about working on new ideas, Vani worked with a startup company in the renewable energy space before joining the family office. Her prior work experience includes strategy consulting at Boston Consulting Group in Bombay and a short stint in Fixed Income at Deutsche Bank, London. Vani holds an MBA (PGDM) from IIM Ahmedabad, an MSc. in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics, and a B.A. (Hons.) in Economics from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi. She enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and swimming. She is also an avid reader and is learning to play the piano.

Vani has 18 years of diverse experience in training, learning, development, diversity, inclusion, culture building, and POSH-related functions. She specializes in developing and implementing policies for workplace safety, particularly in the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH). She works with organizations to create and support Internal Complaint Committees (ICs), develop complaint redressal mechanisms, and provide training and mentorship for IC members in compliance with the POSH Act, 2013. As an external advisor, she consults on sensitive and complex sexual harassment cases, serving as the external 4th member for ICs, handling training, reporting, fact-finding, and mentoring requirements. In the past, she has successfully transitioned U.S., British, and domestic processes from pre-pitch to post-training delivery stages, focusing on process improvement, content digitization, and proficiency enhancement. Her expertise lies in operating in virtual, global environments across cultures, incorporating adult education principles, performance reporting, and transforming training practices to enhance leadership and performance. Vani is actively involved in SVP as a member of the Partner Engagement Committee. She is the Lead Partner for Slam Out Loud and Sampark Sathi.

Vani Vangala is a seasoned technology and product management professional with over two decades of experience in the financial technology and banking space. She currently serves as Global Product Lead for the Finacle Lending Suite at Infosys Finacle, and has held leadership roles spanning product strategy, digital channels, consulting and business management. An alumnus of NIT Warangal and the Indian School of Business, Vani brings strong expertise in technology, systems and processes, operations, and programmatic support. Outside work, Vani is an avid reader, a hesitant traveller, and someone who enjoys dabbling in a variety of hobbies. Her areas of social interest include animal welfare, elderly care, financial literacy, gender equity, and art & culture. She is keen to bring her professional experience and structured problem-solving approach to causes where she can contribute meaningfully.

Vasudevan is the founder of Vascon Engineers Ltd, an EPC & Real Estate listed company that has earned a reputation for quality and timely completion of more than 20 million sq ft over a period of 35 years. His son is now Managing Director, handling the day-to-day operations and his daugher is on the board. Vasudevan is an avid golfer.

Vasuprada grew up in a family that values education and self-empowerment as key to adapting to life’s changes. This belief inspired her to join SVP, driven by a passion to use education to foster self-sufficiency and contribute to society. She studied at Modern High School for Girls and St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata and then she did her Master’s in Publishing from the UK. With nearly 8 years of experience in magazine publishing, she gained expertise across various roles, shaping a well-rounded understanding of the industry. Married to Pradyumna Dalmia, a financial investor managing a private equity fund, Pradyumna comes from a family committed to giving back in fields like medicine, culture, and religion. After taking a hiatus from work to focus on raising her children, Vasuprada is now exploring ideas for her own venture. Together with her husband, she teaches their two daughters the importance of kindness, humility, and giving back to others.

Born in Kanpur and raised in boarding schools from the age of nine, Vedika’s early exposure to diverse environments shaped her worldview, curiosity, and compassion. She studied at The International School Bangalore and earned a BSc in Business Administration (Accounting and Finance) from Northeastern University. After returning to India in 2020, she joined her family jewellery business and completed a diamond grading course from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). In December last year, she married Viraaj, after which her journey took a purposeful turn toward the world of tea. She is now launching Istora, an organic tea brand bringing tea from her family’s nineteenth-century Darjeeling estate directly to consumers. In her free time, Vedika enjoys playing squash, watching thrillers, and backgammon.

Veeren is a Trustee at Victory Sports Foundation, an NGO founded in 2000, that works with underprivileged children- to bring them to mainstream through sports & education. Veeren is a student of the Bhagawad Gita and heartfulness meditation trainer. He has interests in swimming and gardening. A first generation entrepreneur, Veeren finished his post-graduation in Pharmaceutical studies in the year 1991. He soon switched to IT & went on to make a career in the IT & ITES arena. He exited his last enterprise, Future Focus Infotech, in April 2020. He has been an active member of professional bodies such as TiE , ERA & NASSCOM . He has served as the Chairman of ERA and has played the role of Member of the Governing Council of TiE – Chennai.

Vel is the Founder and CEO of Beroe. Beroe runs a global procurement intelligence platform that provides organizations with data-driven insights and analysis to help them make better sourcing decisions. Vel holds a BE (Mech) from BITS Pilani and a Masters in Operations Research from North Carolina State University. Vel is passionate about the cause of education and vocational training. In his free time he loves running, reading and travelling.

Venkatesh Ramarathinam (Venky) holds an MS from University of South Florida, USA and a BTech from MNIT, Jaipur. Venky co-founded Vuram Technology Solutions and is now running two firms: Workhall and Vivas.AI. Venky is a Trustee at the Humane Life Foundation and has volunteered with ASHA, USA and Sri Sathya Sai Trust. Venky enjoys reading books, listening to music, playing sports and spending time with family.

Venkat is a Partner at McKinsey & Company with over 15 years of experience, leading the firm’s work across health systems, health services, and health-tech in India. Prior to joining McKinsey, he held engineering and leadership roles in software product development and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Outside of work, Venkat is an avid squash player and runner.Nitya Pillai is a former management consultant with experience at firms such as Infosys and Deloitte in the US, where she worked with clients in diverse sectors including state government, healthcare, and financial services. She has led and enabled various large-scale strategy, operations, technology, and sales efforts in both large and small organisations. Nitya holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications from CMR Institute of Technology and an MBA from Duke University. Currently, she is on a sabbatical to devote time to her young family. In her spare time, Nitya sings and teaches Carnatic classical music and enjoys playing badminton.

Cheruku Venkatram Reddy is a serial entrepreneur with over three decades of hands-on experience building and leading businesses across technology, consulting, and distribution in the United States and India. A graduate of Kakatiya University with degrees in Commerce and Law, and an MBA from the University of Connecticut, he began his journey as a software developer before founding a software services and staffing firm in 1996, working with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. He later co-founded a liquor distribution business in 2004, which remains successful today. Beyond business, he is deeply interested in agriculture, environmental protection, and sports, and is committed to giving back through mentoring, philanthropy, and social impact initiatives.

Vibha Jain is a practicing medical doctor with special interest in diabetes. She also promotes upcoming Indian artists and helps sell art and old Indian sculptures. She is an avid tarot reader.

Vidya Rai is a CA by qualification and focused on finance and law. She joined the shipping industry and continued in various roles in finance and management. After a satisfying and rewarding career of 25 + years in corporate she decided to shift her focus to development sector in Jan 2022. Vidya felt deeply for the unemployed youth of this nation & decided to work on this cause. She joined Raah Foundation and set up the youth skilling & employment vertical. The first centre was set up in Nov 2022 and currently has expanded to 16 centres in Maharashtra and Gujarat.

A post graduate from IIM Ahmedabad, Vijayalakshmi has 40 years' of experience in consulting and entrepreneurship and offers mentoring and business advisory support to help entrepreneurs scale their business. She is deeply committed to the cause of women’s education, empowerment and entrepreneurship and mentors women entrepreneurs through a number of voluntary forums. She is also on the board of ANEW, the Association for Non-traditional Employment for Women -- a Chennai based NGO dedicated to women empowerment. Viji enjoys travelling with her husband and spending time with her family.

Vikas has over 2.5 decades of experience as a banker, consultant and advisor to clients in finance, manufacturing, healthcare and not-for-profit sectors. As Executive Director, Grant Thornton Bharat he now focuses on social sector advisory and not-for-profits across various themes like healthcare, education and environment. He is a consultant to leading not for profit clients, institutional donors and corporate foundations. He also sits on the boards and heads committees as an advisor to several NGOs. As Chair of the Grants Review Committee, he leads the committee in proactively overseeing grant utilisation and regularly assessing the progress and impact of onboarded NGOs.