Anuj Bhagwati
Mentor
Anuj Bhagwati is the Managing Director of A.T.E. Enterprises in Mumbai, India, and a Director of its affiliate companies. His business background is in textile engineering, clean technology and printing and packaging. His non-profit engagements include the Urban Design Research Institute, Mumbai (Trustee), the Kalaghoda Association, the Praja Foundation, the K J Somaiya Trust, and the Cornell University Council.
Nikunj Jhaveri
Mentor
Nikunj Jhaveri founded Systems Plus in 1987. Nikunj is on the board or advisory board of several non-profits, namely Pride India, VOICE – a shelter for the girl child, Accesslife, IWFA (Indian Women’s Football Association), Lion Tarachand Baba Hospital & We Can – educational outreach for the children living by the railway platforms. He is also a member of the Rotary Club of Mumbai Queen’s Necklace.
Kashyap Shah
Mentor
Kashyap leads the Bridgespan Nonprofit Development Program (BNDP) and Education practice for the Bridgespan Group’s India office. He brings a unique core of consulting, public policy, governance, and development skillsets honed across developed and emerging economies. He has a Master’s degree in Public Administration from London School of Economics and a dual degree in Public Policy from the National University of Singapore.
Meghana Baji
Mentor
A seasoned fund manager, Meghana was the founding CEO and CIO of ICICI Prudential Pension Funds Management Company and won multiple fund management awards for it. She headed the Asset Liability Management at ICICI Bank's treasury. Meghana was felicitated as one of the “Top 100 Women in Finance” by the Association of International Wealth Management of India. She is a chartered accountant with PGDM from IIM Bangalore and is a partner at SVP India.
Kuldip Kaura
Mentor
Kuldip Kaura is a business leader with a rich experience as a CEO of large listed companies like ABB Ltd., Vedanta Resources PLC and ACC Ltd. He has been an executive committee member of FICCI and an office bearer of the Confederation of India Industries and Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Kuldip has graduated with an Honours from BITS Pilani and is currently an advisor to several industry and private equity institutions. He is an avid golfer.
Henna Khan
Founder/ CEO
Henna is an engineer and an MBA with a passion for transforming how education is traditionally thought of in schools. In addition to astronomy and science, Henna loves backpacking to rural/ offbeat places.
Meera Rathod
Mentor - Curriculum, Assessment & Training
Meera is the Co-Founder of USF. She is a Physics graduate from the University of Mumbai. She has always been a tinkerer and believes strongly in learning by doing. Meera is an avid solo backpacker and enjoys reading.
Jalpa Bhatt
Operations Head
Jalpa is an engineering graduate and has IT industry experience of 18+ years. She is an ICF accredited certified coach and Ayush Ministry certified Yoga Protocol Instructor. She is driven by her need to make a difference to humanity through community development.
Akshay Bandekar
Program Head
Akshay holds a Master’s in Endocrinology and a Bachelor’s in Education, with certifications in related fields. For over a decade, he has been dedicated to provide quality education and undertake environmental conservation. His strengths lie in experiential learning, community engagement, and practical solutions. He enjoys nature photography and journaling.
Nikhil Kendre
Program Manager
Nikhil is a Mechanical engineer who believes in contributing to humanity and society. He loves traveling and swimming.
Sujata Murbade
Program Manager
Sujata Murbade has completed her Masters in Computer Science. She loves drawing, making rangoli and any type of art. She wants to become financially independent and achieve success in future.
Ashvini Butere
Curriculum/ Training Associate (Innovation Hub)
Ashvini is an Accounting and Finance graduate. She enjoys learning new things and her dream is to own a small business. She loves travelling.
Kaustubh Vyapari
Program Associate (Innovation Hub)
Kaustubh has completed his graduation in Commerce. His hobbies are playing cricket, listening to music. He wishes to start his own business.
Priyanka Ware
Curriculum Associate (Technology Hub)
Priyanka graduated from the University of Mumbai with a bachelor's in Mathematics. She enjoys reading and has always been an avid reader. She's also passionate about drawing & sketching.
Girish Sambre
Curriculum Associate (Innovation Hub)
Girish has completed his graduation in Commerce. He likes to do sports and is a State level player. Girish loves to go trekking and enjoys doing photography & videography.
Rupali Tembhe
Operations Associate
Rupali has completed her master’s in commerce with specialization in Advanced Accountancy. She has a teaching experience of 3+ years. She loves jewelry making, crochet and crafting art.
Nayan Mirkute
Admin Associate
Nayan has completed his bachler's in commerce. He loves playing cricket and drawing.
Omkar Mirkute
Curriculum Associate (Innovation Hub)
Omkar has completed his bachelor's in Science. His hobbies are traveling to different places, playing games and shopping.
Yash Shelake
Curriculum Associate (Technology Hub)
Yash has completed his Diploma in Agriculture and graduated in commerce from Mumbai University. He has an entrepreneurial mind and wants to work for a better society. He likes to dance, listen to music and loves trekking. He enjoys farming.
Ibrahim Palte
Program Associate (Technology Hub)
Ibrahim graduated from the University of Mumbai with a bachelor's in Information Technology. He loves to learn new things & new skills. He is keen to explore new places & indulge into new climate.
Sami Palte
USF STEM Fellow
Sami is currently pursuing a degree in Bachelor's of Art. He likes horse riding and travelling.
Kishori Bhoir
USF STEM Fellow
Kishori has completed her graduation in Bachelor of Science (Information Technology). She enjoys learning different forms of art and loves dancing and listening to music.
Pratik Bhopi
USF STEM Fellow
Pratik has completed his 12th grade. He enjoys going on treks. In the future, he aspires to establish an organization called UV Foundation, which will support orphans and elderly people.
Amruta Choudhari
USF STEM Fellow
Amruta has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. She is interested in learning new things and developing new skills. She aspires to become financially independent and build a successful future.
Sopan Fasale
USF STEM Fellow
Sopan has completed ITI in Draughtsman Mechanical. He enjoys traveling, trekking, and climbing.
Chetan Rathod
USF STEM Fellow
Chetan holds a Master of Social Work from KBCNMU, Jalgaon. He is passionate about social work and enjoys conducting fun, educational activities with children. He loves learning new things and is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of students through his work.
Khushali Hindurao
USF STEM Fellow
Khushali holds a Bachelor’s degree in English. She loves drawing, crafting, and exploring new technologies.
Satish Sambre
USF STEM Fellow
Satish has completed ITI in Draughtsman Mechanical. He enjoys playing various games and has a keen interest in activities such as drawing, dancing, swimming, chatting, and acting. He likes to actively participate in all kinds of activities.
Vedanti Pashte
USF STEM Fellow
Vedanti has completed her Diploma in Computer Engineering from G. V. Acharya Institute, Shelu. She enjoys listening to music and exploring new places.
Mrunali Nimase
USF STEM Fellow
Mrunali has completed a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. She loves creating new things and has a strong interest in crafting.
Manas Ahire
USF STEM Fellow
Manas has graduated from the University of Mumbai with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. He enjoys cooking, bike riding, creating content, and playing a variety of sports.
Anushree Mokal
USF STEM Fellow
Anushree has completed her graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology. She has a strong passion for sports, particularly boxing, and has represented her at the university level.
Deepak Shisave
Program Coordinator
Deepak has graduated from Mumbai University. He enjoys playing cricket and cooking.