Ms. Biswas is the Head of the NuSocia Translational Research Center, where she leads the organization's work at the intersection of evidence and social development. Prior to her current leadership role, she honed her expertise in rigorous evaluation and research methodologies at the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie). In her work, Ms. Biswas applies a systems thinking lens to dissect complex social initiatives and advocate for more equitable and effective implementation. Her published research includes "Upskilling for Women: A Clarion Call or a Gender-biased Solution?" in the Economic and Political Weekly, "A theory of change roadmap for universal health coverage in India" in Frontiers in Public Health, and an "Evidence gap map of performance measurement and management in primary healthcare systems" in BMJ Global Health, contributing significantly to the discourse on workforce development and health systems.Ms. Biswas received her Master of Public Health from The George Washington University.

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Nishant started his career as a technology enthusiast, focusing on software development and eCommerce solutions.

Having spent over 13 years at Flipkart, Nishant has gained extensive experience in building and scaling businesses. His efforts were crucial in establishing Flipkart’s marketplace platform, a venture that has significantly contributed to the growth of lakhs of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across India. 

Nishant joined Walmart.Org in 2022, where he is the boots-on-ground connect between the Walmart Foundation and its grantees. The Walmart Foundation enables market access for lakhs of smallholder farmers in India. It is this deep commitment towards creating inclusive growth that excited Nishant to embrace this role.

Driven by his passion towards shared growth, he  dons the role of Head of Sustainability at the Flipkart Group, focusing on integrating sustainable practices within the company's operations and broader strategy.

Nishant’s passion extends to advocating for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. He is actively involved in several initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment. His focus areas include creating better opportunities and workspaces for women, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), and individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, thereby enriching the corporate culture with diverse perspectives and inclusive policies.

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Nishant Pandey is the New York based CEO of the American India Foundation, providing strategic leadership to its operations globally. He is an economist by training, anthropologist by heart and entrepreneur by mind-set. He began his career as a banker but soon realized that development sector was his calling. He joined Oxfam as its Programme Officer for South India where he designed and developed multi-state, multi-stakeholder, value-chain programmes on the theme of ‘power in markets’. Subsequently, he moved Oxfam’s global HQ in Oxford (UK) to lead on programme development and management in 12 countries in Middle East, Eastern Europe and the CIS. Before moving back to India as AIF’s Country Director, Nishant was based in Jerusalem where he led one of the most complex and challenging operations as Oxfam’s Country Director for the Occupied Palestinian Territory & Israel.

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Nishant firmly believes in the power of win-win partnerships. In his career spanning 24 years, he has forged several multi-stakeholder initiatives involving civil society, governments and corporate partners, big and small, global and local. Nishant speaks and writes routinely on development issues, corporate social responsibility and public-private partnerships (PPP). He appears regularly on media outlets such as NDTV, CNN News18, Republic World and TV Asia. He has authored Op-eds for reputed outlets such as The Economic Times and The Hill and has been quoted in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and NPR. He has been invited as a speaker at events and conferences organized by Harvard University, Georgetown University, CGI-New York, Asia House (London), European Commission, UNDP, Unicef, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), NASSCOM and many others. Nishant is a founding-member and Vice-Chair of the India Philanthropy Alliance and a member of the Advisory Council of the Indian School of Leadership.

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Nishant acquired his Master’s in International Development & Finance as a British Chevening scholar. He also holds M.A. in Economics, B.A. in Anthropology and Advanced Management Programme from the Henley Business School, University of Reading, UK.

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Nita works on Co-Impact’s partner sourcing, grant making, and program partner support efforts across Asia, collaborating closely with the Regional Director to shape and implement regional strategic initiatives.

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With two decades of rich experience spanning implementation and funding organizations, Nita excels in program implementation, program design, advocacy, capacity building, and fostering meaningful collaborations. Most recently, she worked as Senior Programme Manager for Asia at Porticus. There, she spearheaded operations in India, overseeing grants and projects that championed education, active citizenship, and youth engagement. Gender, equity, and social inclusion have been fundamental aspects of her work. Across diverse roles, she has collaborated closely with various state departments, implementing programs and influencing policies.

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Nita’s entrepreneurial spirit and experience with startup organizations have enriched her perspective. Her previous roles with esteemed institutions such as the Language and Learning Foundation, Centre for Knowledge Societies (READ Alliance), Absolute Return for Kids, British Council, and Room to Read have honed her expertise in program management, program evaluation, and partnership development. Nita is based in Bangalore, India, with her family.

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Nithya Ramesh is Director, Jana Urban Space Foundation works on urban policy, planning and design across cities and states in India. She has been with Jana Urban Space Foundation, committed to the group’s mission on fixing India’s cities since 2013. She works on innovative policies, plans and transformative projects spanning the fields of street design, public space design, neighbourhood improvement plans, energy efficient affordable housing all with a focus on climate and gender. She is an Eisenhower Womens Leadership Fellow (2024) and was part of a high level committee on urban planning reforms at MoHUA ( 2022 – 2024). She holds a master’s degree (M.Arch) in Urban Design and Creative Urban Practices from the Glasgow School of Art and a bachelor degree in architecture, (B.Arch) from Anna University, Chennai.

Rippleworks is a foundation that supports high-impact, scaling social ventures by providing tailored programs and funding to further their growth and impact. As the Head of Portfolio Sourcing, Nitida leads the team responsible for identifying ventures best positioned to leverage Rippleworks’ support and partners with leading investors, funders, and ecosystem partners globally.Prior to Rippleworks, Nitida had several roles building health-focused social businesses. At SC Johnson (SCJ) she provided strategic direction to support the delivery of the Base of the Pyramid team’s mission by creating access to and delivering affordable product offerings through market-driven models in both Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. At Water and Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP) in Kenya, she supported the development of social businesses in Ghana and Kenya.

Ojasvi, fondly known as OJ, leads the AI partnerships team at Meta India, driving Llama adoption and development across industries. He collaborates with key stakeholders to make Llama smarter and facilitates next-gen model development. Prior to Meta, OJ led Product at MakeMyTrip, focusing on ground transportation.

Pallavi is a seasoned CSR leader with over 17 years of experience in the social development and corporate sectors. Currently serving as Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Tata Communications, she leads the organization’s global CSR initiatives, driving impactful programs that contribute to the well-being of people and the planet.

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With a strong foundation in environmental science & education and an early career in the development sector, Pallavi transitioned to the corporate world in 2017. Since then, she has excelled in managing complex, large-scale projects with a focus on sustainability, volunteering, and community engagement. Known for her methodical approach and resilience, she consistently inspires her team to deliver results through trust, collaboration, and transparency.

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Pallavi is passionate about building a culture of success by transforming ideas into actionable initiatives that align with organizational goals and societal needs. Her leadership exemplifies accountability, innovation, and a commitment to creating long-term social impact.

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Pallavi has degrees in leadership and change management from IIM Indore and National University of Singapore and behavioural science from Ashoka University.