Mentorship Programme

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Prafulla a dynamic leader with 29 years of experience in enterprise strategy, business transformation, and strategic growth. She thrives in fast-paced environments, driving innovation and leading high-performance teams. Recently awarded an honorary doctorate by EIU Paris, Prafulla is an active industry thought leader and has been recognized among the most influential Women Leaders across APAC. She is passionate about continuous improvement, transformation, and fostering future-ready businesses.

Shruti, former Vice President at Invest India, led investment strategy, attracting European investments to India, and was recognized by the European Business Group for enhancing the ease of doing business for European firms in retail and e-commerce. In 2023, she was named a Europe-India under 40 leader by EICBI. With global experience in strategy and consulting, she holds a Bachelor's from the University of Melbourne, a Double Master’s from the University of Sydney and CEMS, and a scholarship from the Hinrich Foundation – NUS Singapore Executive Program on Cross-Border Trade.

Ada is an experienced communication and cross-cultural business professional dedicated to fostering collaboration between Poland/EU and India. With nearly a decade of experience in India, she has held key leadership positions, including Head of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) in Mumbai and Principal Consultant at a Europe-India advisory firm in New Delhi.

She actively promotes gender equality in business and is a frequent speaker at international events . Through her work, Ada continues to strengthen business ties and amplify the role of women in shaping the EU-India business corridor. 

Sukanya is an investment advisor at AWEX, Embassy of Belgium in New Delhi, representing Wallonia. With 10 years of experience in European associations, she focuses on strengthening ties between Wallonia, India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Passionate about women's health and human rights, she holds certifications in Global Health and an MBA in International Relations. A skilled translator in Bengali, she is fluent in English, Bengali, Hindi, and Assamese, with basic proficiency in French.

Results-driven professional with 12 years of experience in startups, policy, and government initiatives. Skilled in strategic partnerships, expansion, and investment banking.

Currently at Invest India, leading high-impact government projects. Previously, part of OYO’s core team, establishing strategic partnerships and launching new verticals. Started her career at UBS Investment Bank after earning a Bachelor’s in Commerce from Delhi University.

Astrid leads Nordic India Innovation (NII), raising awareness about business opportunities in India for Nordic audiences. A 40 under 40 Europe-India leader chosen by EICBI in 2021, she currently hosts The Potential I See podcast and serves as Vice President of WICCI’s India-EU Business Council. Her India journey began as a research student in political science and urban studies at Savitribai Phule Pune University, followed by an internship at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in New Delhi (2019-2020). Passionate about cross-border collaboration, she is committed to strengthening talent exchange between the Nordics and India.

Nidhi was the youngest female and only Asian (Indian) elected twice to the General Council of the EAIE. At Symbiosis, she founded SCES to strengthen research-driven partnerships with European counterparts. She collaborates with EU diplomatic missions in India to advance research, innovation, and higher education ties. A recognized speaker and author on internationalization and India-EU relations, she pioneered E-Academies in India and launched the country’s first European Horizons student chapter.

Amrutha has 10+ years of experience in business development, branding, and trade & investment promotion. She spent nearly five years promoting Brussels to the Indian business community and supporting Indian companies in their EU expansion plans. Now, she focuses on international business development and relationship management across key EU markets. Passionate about networking, she thrives on building meaningful connections.

Neetubala is a seasoned HR leader and certified coach (INSEAD, Paris) with expertise in leadership development, talent management, and organizational strategy. With over two decades of experience across Europe, the U.S., and Asia, she has coached business leaders to navigate complex, multicultural environments. Certified in multiple psychometric assessments and leadership programs (Columbia University, ISB), she is passionate about resilience, inclusion, and emotional intelligence. A writer, mentor, and speaker, she shares insights on leadership, coaching, and diversity. Rooted in her Kashmiri heritage, she values spirituality, literature, and the arts. She believes, "Victory has no deadline!"

In 2021, Daphné founded AZaadi, a consultancy focused on meaningful projects beyond profit. A sociologist-anthropologist, she has lived across Europe and India, exploring cultural connections and global change. Based in Italy, she recently completed a Ph.D. on universities, migrant communities, and cosmopolitan cities. Fluent in multiple languages, she now works as a freelance researcher and trainer, sharing her expertise through AZaadi. Her motto is "Be the change you want to see take place in the world.”

Cristina is an international legal expert specializing in digitalization, EU foreign policy, and sustainable development. Based in Florence, she shapes EU policies on AI, cybersecurity, and digital markets while leading a research project at EUI. Recognized among the "Top EU Influencers" and "50 Top Global Digital Influencers 2024," she actively contributes to AI, cybersecurity, and digital diplomacy within the India-EU context.

Priti is a market entry expert, working with Swiss and European companies to navigate the Indian market. As the founder of ResearchnConsulting, she provides market insights, strategy guidance, and partner search support for international businesses. With 18+ years in market research, she specializes in business strategy, customer insights, and competitive analysis. A business management graduate with advanced financial risk management from IIMB, she has worked with MRPL, AOC, Teledata, Empower Research, and AMI Partners.