Our Board
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Our Board of Advisors, composed of distinguished leaders from various sectors—healthcare, food security, migrant support, and nonprofit management—plays a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction. Their diverse expertise and guidance enhance our decision-making processes and empower our teams to deliver meaningful impact.
Erdinç Kalıntaş
Board of Advisors
Erdinç Kalıntaş is a seasoned humanitarian and development professional with over a decade of experience working with prominent organizations, including Save the Children, Action Against Hunger, and the UN Refugee Agency. Specializing in food security and livelihoods, cash and voucher assistance, and refugee economic inclusion programs, he is currently based in Moldova. There, he dedicates his expertise to supporting the inclusion of Ukrainian refugees in the country.
Sid Thakur
Board of Advisors
Sid Thakur, PhD is a computer and cognitive scientist by profession and a paper-cutting visual artist by passion. He is a research advisor to the nonprofit Sahas Foundation's Safety Club initiative and a board member at the Leela Foundation in North Carolina, USA. Through his workshops on problem-solving and product development, Sid is empowering young minds to tackle challenges in their lives, communities, and the wider world.
Sumana Rao
Board Director
Sumana Rao serves as the CEO and is a member of the Board of Directors at GLOW. With over ten years of experience in nonprofit leadership and board governance, she brings valuable expertise in strategic oversight to the organization. In her dual role, Sumana focuses on shaping GLOW's strategic direction and ensuring alignment with our long-term goals. Her contributions are crucial in steering the organization towards achieving impactful results in the communities we serve.
Dr. Raghu Ram Pillarisetti
Board of Advisors
Dr. Raghu Ram Pillarisetti is a distinguished surgeon and an influential figure in the medical community, renowned for his extensive contributions to breast healthcare and surgical education across India and the UK. He founded the KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases, South Asia's first comprehensive breast health center, and established a nationwide breast cancer awareness campaign in India. His initiatives include developing the world's first breast health mobile app available in multiple Indian languages, which has significantly enhanced awareness and early detection efforts. A recipient of numerous awards, including the Padma Shri and the OBE for his services, Dr. Raghu Ram's visionary approach and dedicated philanthropy have transformed healthcare practices and improved countless lives.
Arina Korchmaryov
Board of Advisors
Trained in science and deeply experienced in international business, Arina provides commercial leadership for global companies. Much of Arina’s leadership has been in complex operational and financial situations that call for a turnaround or complete restructuring to grow businesses. Arina is a moderator and speaker at leading international conferences (more than 40+ speeches in 10+ countries of the world) and author of numerous publications on food quality and safety in international media. Arina has traveled to over 40 countries, fostering connections with people from diverse cultures. She is always looking for ways to contribute to projects related to global health and well-being and servs as a testing and development consultant for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Brie Campbell
Board of Advisors
Brie brings a depth of experience as a research writer, editor, and mentor, including authoring a 5-book series on rehabilitation for those with serious mental illness and interactive therapeutic journals for women on behalf of the US government. Brie's research experience spans medicine, psychology, genetics, nutrition and food equity, economics, rhetoric, and many other interdisciplinary fields.
Vijay Kasireddy
Board Director
Vijay is the Founder and Managing Partner of Mango Group, a private equity specialized in responsible land development and energy transition. He is also a Co-Founder to Ecocyclic, a renewable company that recycles harmful plastic into useful biofuels, and offsets CO2 emissions. As an accomplished entrepreneur and executive, Vijay has held positions such as: Partner at Microsoft, Co-Founder and CEO of an AI company, and Supply Chain product leader at i2 Technologies. He holds a B.Tech. from IIT Madras, M.S. from the Ohio State University, and Machine Learning certification from Stanford University.
Eugene Savio
Board Director, CFO & Secretary
With over 35 years in India’s banking sector, Eugene Savio is a seasoned expert in banking and financial services. Known for his commitment to excellence, Eugene has a broad expertise in administration, branch banking operations, business development, audit, fraud detection, and investigation. Throughout his career, Eugene has demonstrated strong analytical skills and adaptability in a rapidly changing financial landscape. He has held key positions, leading large teams and managing complex operations, resulting in increased operational efficiency and business growth. Currently, Eugene serves on the Board of a Private Financial Services company, where he oversees operations and ensures regulatory compliance, leveraging his extensive experience to guide strategic decisions.