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CA Bhavna Doshi is a distinguished Chartered Accountant with over three decades of expertise in taxation and corporate restructuring, advising some of India's most prominent corporations and multinational organisations. Her deep technical acumen is complemented by an extraordinary record of institutional leadership — having served four terms on the Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and chaired its prestigious Accounting Standards Board.

Her influence extends well beyond professional practice into national and international policy-making. She has contributed to the Tax Administration Reform Commission, the Government Accounting Standards Advisory Board, and the International Federation of Accountants, shaping frameworks that impact businesses and governance standards across jurisdictions.

A respected corporate governance leader, Bhavna serves as an Independent Director on the boards of several listed companies, bringing rigorous oversight and strategic insight. As former President of the Indian Merchants' Chamber, she championed inclusive entrepreneurship by instituting the IMC Inclusive Innovation Awards — reflecting her commitment to leveraging commerce as a force for broader societal impact.

With her rare blend of technical mastery, regulatory influence, and governance leadership, CA Bhavna Doshi is one of India's most accomplished and respected professionals in the fields of taxation, accounting standards, and corporate stewardship.

CA. Preeti Chheda is an accomplished finance leader and the Chief Financial Officer of K Raheja Corp Investment Managers Private Limited, the Manager to Mindspace Business Parks REIT. With over 25 years of extensive professional experience, she has been a vital part of the K Raheja Corp group for approximately 18 years, spearheading critical functions including equity and debt fund raising, acquisitions, raising private equity for real estate projects, investor relations, and financial reporting. Prior to her association with the KRC Group, she built a strong foundation in corporate finance through roles at Marico Limited, Shell Gas (LPG), and Cairn Energy, gaining cross-sectoral exposure in FMCG, energy, and oil & gas industries.

CA. Preeti Chheda is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and holds a rare combination of professional credentials — she is a qualified Chartered Accountant, a Company Secretary (ICSI), a CFA Charterholder, and has successfully passed the Uniform CPA Examination from the Colorado State Board of Accountancy, USA. Her thought leadership and domain expertise in capital markets and structured finance are further demonstrated by her membership on the Hybrid Securities Advisory Committee constituted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Expert Committee on REITs and InvITs in IFSC GIFT CITY.

Her exceptional contributions to financial stewardship have been recognized with two prestigious accolades — the Economic Times Best CFO in Financial Leadership Award 2024 and the Business World Best Women CFO Award 2024 — reinforcing her position as one of India's foremost financial leaders in real estate capital markets and investment management.

CA. Rakesh is a uniquely dual-qualified professional — a Chartered Accountant and Professional Psychology Counsellor — with 29 years of rich, multidisciplinary experience. Armed with a PG Diploma in Psychological Counselling from Symbiosis University, he seamlessly blends financial acumen with deep human behavioral insight.

A visionary in professional education, he has spearheaded large-scale learning initiatives as Dean/Course Director for Deloitte's Asia-Pacific trainings and as an elected member and Secretary of ICAI, collectively shaping the careers of over 2.5 lakh professionals. His specialization spans training, coaching, and international tax, supported by extensive global exposure across the US, UK, China, and Australia.

A prolific author and contributor, CA. Rakesh has co-authored books, contributed to IMF Academy courses, and earned a Certificate of Excellence from the Bureau of National Affairs, Washington D.C., a testament to his internationally recognized thought leadership. He brings a rare combination of analytical rigour, emotional intelligence, and global perspective to every engagement.

CA G. Ramaswamy, B.Com, FCA, FCS, is a distinguished Chartered Accountant with over four decades of professional practice, hailing from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. He is the first ICAI President from Coimbatore, having served as President of ICAI for 2011-12. An internationally recognized professional, he served as Board Member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), USA, and has held leadership roles at CAPA, SAFA, and XBRL International. He has chaired multiple Standing and Non-Standing Committees of ICAI including the Examination Committee, Finance Committee, Disciplinary Committee, and International Affairs Committee. He holds honorary memberships from the Association of International Accountants (UK), CPA Australia, and Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia. A prolific speaker at national and international conferences, he has presented papers on taxation, corporate law, and professional topics. He is a Resolution Professional (IBBI & IPAICAI), Chairman of the Advisory Committee of IIIPA of ICAI, and a Central Government nominee on the Quality Review Board under the Actuaries Act. He brings a wealth of knowledge in mentoring young professionals in audit, taxation, corporate governance, and professional development.

CA. P R Ramesh is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and corporate governance leader with over four decades of professional experience. As the former Chairman of Deloitte India and a former member of the Deloitte Global Board, he brings deep expertise in audit, accounting standards, financial reporting, and regulatory affairs. A Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), he has made significant contributions to India's regulatory and accounting landscape through his association with SEBI, the Reserve Bank of India, IRDA, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India, and the Government of India on matters relating to accounting standards, corporate governance, IFRS convergence, and regulatory reform.

He currently serves as an Independent Director on the boards of several marquee listed and unlisted companies, including Air India, Cipla, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, ITC Hotels, Larsen & Toubro, Nestle India, and Cyient, among others. A Past President of the Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry and an active member of CII's Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Governance, CA. P R Ramesh is widely recognized for his thought leadership in governance, regulation, and corporate stewardship. He was awarded the Best Independent Director – Male for 2022-23 by the Asian Centre for Corporate Governance and Sustainability, reflecting his exemplary contributions to board governance and oversight.

CA Sangeeta Pradhan is an accomplished and multi-qualified finance professional holding B.Com, CMA, ACA, and ACS designations — all three professional qualifications achieved by the remarkable age of 23. With over 30 years of rich and diverse experience spanning multiple industries including food, chemicals, telecom, engineering, oil & gas, and the social sector, she brings deep expertise in accounting, direct taxation, and corporate governance. A passionate speaker and mentor, she regularly addresses audiences on student motivation, stress management, and women empowerment. Currently contributing to Reliance Foundation, she continues to embrace new challenges and learning opportunities, embodying lifelong professional growth and excellence.