ADVISORY BOARD
ADVISORY BOARD
ADVISORY BOARD
Akarsh Singh
Chief Privacy Officer & Founder,Tsaaro Consulting
Akarsh is the CEO and Founder of Tsaaro Consulting, a firm specializing in privacy and cybersecurity. Under his leadership, Tsaaro provides services such as Privacy as a Service, Privacy Program Development, and Cyber Strategy to both multinational corporations and startups. He is also deeply involved in the privacy community, serving as Co-Chair of the IAPP Bangalore Chapter, an Asia Advisory Board Member for IAPP, and a Planning Committee Member for Namma Privacy. Additionally, Akarsh hosts PrivacyCast and contributes to the ITechLaw Association's India Conference Planning Committee. Previously, Akarsh worked at KPMG India on data privacy consulting and compliance projects. He holds certifications in various privacy and information security disciplines, including FIP, CIPT, CIPP/e, CIPM, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor.
Akarsh Singh
Chief Privacy Officer & Founder,Tsaaro Consulting
Akarsh is the CEO and Founder of Tsaaro Consulting, a firm specializing in privacy and cybersecurity. Under his leadership, Tsaaro provides services such as Privacy as a Service, Privacy Program Development, and Cyber Strategy to both multinational corporations and startups. He is also deeply involved in the privacy community, serving as Co-Chair of the IAPP Bangalore Chapter, an Asia Advisory Board Member for IAPP, and a Planning Committee Member for Namma Privacy. Additionally, Akarsh hosts PrivacyCast and contributes to the ITechLaw Association's India Conference Planning Committee. Previously, Akarsh worked at KPMG India on data privacy consulting and compliance projects. He holds certifications in various privacy and information security disciplines, including FIP, CIPT, CIPP/e, CIPM, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor.
Mohit Kedia
Co-Founder, Privacient
Mohit, a seasoned product executive with experience at Ubuntu, Arm, AMD, and NXP, prioritizes human-centric privacy and security solutions. He leads global teams in navigating complex market landscapes, driving innovation in privacy and cybersecurity with a focus on organizational confidentiality and data integrity. Mohit advocates for tailored Privacy & Cyber Security Awareness programs that simplify compliance and align with organizational policies and cultural nuances.
Mohit Kedia
Co-Founder, Privacient
Mohit, a seasoned product executive with experience at Ubuntu, Arm, AMD, and NXP, prioritizes human-centric privacy and security solutions. He leads global teams in navigating complex market landscapes, driving innovation in privacy and cybersecurity with a focus on organizational confidentiality and data integrity. Mohit advocates for tailored Privacy & Cyber Security Awareness programs that simplify compliance and align with organizational policies and cultural nuances.
Mohit Kedia
Co-Founder, Privacient
Mohit, a seasoned product executive with experience at Ubuntu, Arm, AMD, and NXP, prioritizes human-centric privacy and security solutions. He leads global teams in navigating complex market landscapes, driving innovation in privacy and cybersecurity with a focus on organizational confidentiality and data integrity. Mohit advocates for tailored Privacy & Cyber Security Awareness programs that simplify compliance and align with organizational policies and cultural nuances.
Mohit Kedia
Co-Founder, Privacient
Mohit, a seasoned product executive with experience at Ubuntu, Arm, AMD, and NXP, prioritizes human-centric privacy and security solutions. He leads global teams in navigating complex market landscapes, driving innovation in privacy and cybersecurity with a focus on organizational confidentiality and data integrity. Mohit advocates for tailored Privacy & Cyber Security Awareness programs that simplify compliance and align with organizational policies and cultural nuances.
Jagannath PV
Global DPO, LTIMindtree
Jagannath is an esteemed industry leader with a versatile experience of over 20 years in the industry, holding degrees from RV College of Engineering and IIM Bangalore's EGMP. He excels in implementing Data Privacy frameworks across 40+ jurisdictions and provides strategic advisory. Jagannath authored a pivotal paper on “Practical Privacy by Design” for NASSCOM/DSCI (Feb 2024), significantly enhancing organizational privacy practices. An avid speaker at prestigious forums including NASSCOM/DSCI, India Digital Summit amongst the several others. He demonstrates versatile leadership across Data Privacy, Delivery, Alliances, Transitions, Program Management, and HR domains.
Jagannath PV
Global DPO, LTIMindtree
Jagannath is an esteemed industry leader with a versatile experience of over 20 years in the industry, holding degrees from RV College of Engineering and IIM Bangalore's EGMP. He excels in implementing Data Privacy frameworks across 40+ jurisdictions and provides strategic advisory. Jagannath authored a pivotal paper on “Practical Privacy by Design” for NASSCOM/DSCI (Feb 2024), significantly enhancing organizational privacy practices. An avid speaker at prestigious forums including NASSCOM/DSCI, India Digital Summit amongst the several others. He demonstrates versatile leadership across Data Privacy, Delivery, Alliances, Transitions, Program Management, and HR domains.
Lathamani BR
Senior Privacy Manager, Expedia Group
Latha is a seasoned Information Security and Data Privacy professional with over 17 years of experience, specializing in compliance projects and privacy programs, particularly within the IoT sector. Lathamani leads complex privacy initiatives, integrating privacy considerations early in project development. Latha holds multiple certifications including CIPT, CIPPe, FIP, and CISSP, reflecting her dedication to industry standards and technological advancements.
Lathamani BR
Senior Privacy Manager, Expedia Group
Latha is a seasoned Information Security and Data Privacy professional with over 17 years of experience, specializing in compliance projects and privacy programs, particularly within the IoT sector. Lathamani leads complex privacy initiatives, integrating privacy considerations early in project development. Latha holds multiple certifications including CIPT, CIPPe, FIP, and CISSP, reflecting her dedication to industry standards and technological advancements.
Dhruv Suri
Partner, PSA Legal Counsellors
Dhruv is a seasoned business lawyer specializing in tech industries, with expertise in PE/VC, M&A, corporate disputes, and data protection. With over a decade of experience, he advises startups, investors, and Fortune 500 companies across healthcare, fintech, edtech, and mobility sectors. Dhruv is renowned as a top TMT/Fintech lawyer in India and Asia and serves as Vice-Chair of the Young Lawyers Committee at ITechLaw Association.
Dhruv Suri
Partner, PSA Legal Counsellors
Dhruv is a seasoned business lawyer specializing in tech industries, with expertise in PE/VC, M&A, corporate disputes, and data protection. With over a decade of experience, he advises startups, investors, and Fortune 500 companies across healthcare, fintech, edtech, and mobility sectors. Dhruv is renowned as a top TMT/Fintech lawyer in India and Asia and serves as Vice-Chair of the Young Lawyers Committee at ITechLaw Association.
Santhosh John
Executive Director Compliance, Wells Fargo
Santhosh brings over 24 years of expertise in data privacy, compliance, risk management, and business continuity. With a background at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP, he navigates complex compliance landscapes and ensures organizational integrity. Santhosh specializes in privacy compliance, FCRM, business compliance, and conduct risk, ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory standards.
Santhosh John
Executive Director Compliance, Wells Fargo
Santhosh brings over 24 years of expertise in data privacy, compliance, risk management, and business continuity. With a background at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP, he navigates complex compliance landscapes and ensures organizational integrity. Santhosh specializes in privacy compliance, FCRM, business compliance, and conduct risk, ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory standards.
Himanshu Gautam
Founder, GoTrust
Himanshu bridges corporate and startup realms with 18 years in IT strategy, product innovation, and digital transformation. Leading GoTrust and AppVin Technologies, he revolutionizes data privacy and delivers advanced solutions for healthcare, e-commerce, and fintech. With expertise in strategic IT consulting and executive management, Himanshu pioneers SaaS solutions across automotive, energy, and finance and is passionate about leveraging technology for business empowerment and digital security.
Himanshu Gautam
Founder, GoTrust
Himanshu bridges corporate and startup realms with 18 years in IT strategy, product innovation, and digital transformation. Leading GoTrust and AppVin Technologies, he revolutionizes data privacy and delivers advanced solutions for healthcare, e-commerce, and fintech. With expertise in strategic IT consulting and executive management, Himanshu pioneers SaaS solutions across automotive, energy, and finance and is passionate about leveraging technology for business empowerment and digital security.
Supratim Chakraborty
Partner, Khaitan & Co
Supratim is a Partner at Khaitan & Co, co-leading the Data Privacy and Cyber Security practice. He advises on Indian IT laws, focusing on data privacy, intermediary liability, and cyber security. He contributes to government consultations on technology laws and is a member of ASSOCHAM’s National Council for FinTech, Digital Assets, and Blockchain Technology, and NASSCOM East’s Cyber Security SIG. Recognized as a Notable Practitioner by IFLR1000 from 2020 to 2022 and a ‘Leading Individual’ in Legal500 from 2021 to 2023, Supratim won the Lexology Client Choice Award 2022 for Data Privacy & Protection and is featured in the Economic Times' 40 under Forty List for India’s brightest young business leaders.
Supratim Chakraborty
Partner, Khaitan & Co
Supratim is a Partner at Khaitan & Co, co-leading the Data Privacy and Cyber Security practice. He advises on Indian IT laws, focusing on data privacy, intermediary liability, and cyber security. He contributes to government consultations on technology laws and is a member of ASSOCHAM’s National Council for FinTech, Digital Assets, and Blockchain Technology, and NASSCOM East’s Cyber Security SIG. Recognized as a Notable Practitioner by IFLR1000 from 2020 to 2022 and a ‘Leading Individual’ in Legal500 from 2021 to 2023, Supratim won the Lexology Client Choice Award 2022 for Data Privacy & Protection and is featured in the Economic Times' 40 under Forty List for India’s brightest young business leaders.
Tanin Chakraborty
Senior Director & Global DPO, Biocon Biologics
Tanin is a seasoned Global Data Privacy Officer (DPO) at Biocon Biologics, with extensive experience in global data protection and privacy compliance. Previously at Yubi (formerly CredAvenue), he implemented data privacy regulations across diverse markets, demonstrating expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Tanin excels in developing tailored compliance strategies and robust privacy frameworks that prioritize trust and transparency. Certified in ISO 27001, ISO 31000, FIP, CIPM, and CIPP/E, he is a respected keynote speaker at prominent conferences and webinars, advocating for rigorous data security and regulatory adherence.
Tanin Chakraborty
Senior Director & Global DPO, Biocon Biologics
Tanin is a seasoned Global Data Privacy Officer (DPO) at Biocon Biologics, with extensive experience in global data protection and privacy compliance. Previously at Yubi (formerly CredAvenue), he implemented data privacy regulations across diverse markets, demonstrating expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Tanin excels in developing tailored compliance strategies and robust privacy frameworks that prioritize trust and transparency. Certified in ISO 27001, ISO 31000, FIP, CIPM, and CIPP/E, he is a respected keynote speaker at prominent conferences and webinars, advocating for rigorous data security and regulatory adherence.
Pankaj K Srivastava
Chief Commercial Officer, Quality Austria Central Asia Pvt. Ltd.
Pankaj is a seasoned leader with expertise in B2B services marketing, brand positioning, and integrating sales with marketing strategies across global markets including the USA, UK, NZ, and Canada. As Chief Commercial Officer at Quality Austria Central Asia, he drives growth in Certification, Training, Inspection, and Testing services for key industries. Previously at BSI Group, Pankaj led global key account and sector marketing efforts, focusing on digital marketing and sustainable business growth.
He possesses extensive proficiency in digital and online marketing tools, recognized within BSI Group for successfully integrating sales and marketing. Pankaj also excels in industry thought leadership, creating rich technical content, managing PR, and overseeing global brand and social media strategies.
Pankaj K Srivastava
Chief Commercial Officer, Quality Austria Central Asia Pvt. Ltd.
Pankaj is a seasoned leader with expertise in B2B services marketing, brand positioning, and integrating sales with marketing strategies across global markets including the USA, UK, NZ, and Canada. As Chief Commercial Officer at Quality Austria Central Asia, he drives growth in Certification, Training, Inspection, and Testing services for key industries. Previously at BSI Group, Pankaj led global key account and sector marketing efforts, focusing on digital marketing and sustainable business growth.
He possesses extensive proficiency in digital and online marketing tools, recognized within BSI Group for successfully integrating sales and marketing. Pankaj also excels in industry thought leadership, creating rich technical content, managing PR, and overseeing global brand and social media strategies.
Karishma Sundara
Counsel, Trilegal
Karishma is a Counsel at Trilegal specialising in technology, media, and telecommunications law, with expertise in privacy and data protection laws. She advises diverse clients on compliance with India’s privacy and data protection regime, guiding domestic and global companies on builing compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. Karishma manages complex issues including regulatory inquiries, cybersecurity compliance, and litigation concerning privacy and intermediary liability. Her role also involves enabling clients to shape nascent features, services, and processing activites in the context of India's new data regime. In her time in this space, Karishma has contributed significantly to litigation before the Supreme Court and High Courts on privacy and content-related issues.
Karishma Sundara
Counsel, Trilegal
Karishma is a Counsel at Trilegal specialising in technology, media, and telecommunications law, with expertise in privacy and data protection laws. She advises diverse clients on compliance with India’s privacy and data protection regime, guiding domestic and global companies on builing compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. Karishma manages complex issues including regulatory inquiries, cybersecurity compliance, and litigation concerning privacy and intermediary liability. Her role also involves enabling clients to shape nascent features, services, and processing activites in the context of India's new data regime. In her time in this space, Karishma has contributed significantly to litigation before the Supreme Court and High Courts on privacy and content-related issues.
Rohan Bagai
Senior Partner, AZB & Partners
With over 14 years of experience, Rohan Bagai is part of the Firm’s Corporate & FinTech practice. Rohan has a wide range of technology and financial services experience with a special focus on Payments and Privacy & Data Protection. He regularly advises clients on legal, regulatory and compliance issues relating to the launch of digital, e–commerce and payment businesses, including the operations of payment systems and introduction of new age electronic payment methods. Rohan holds an LLM from New York University.
Rohan Bagai
Senior Partner, AZB & Partners
With over 14 years of experience, Rohan Bagai is part of the Firm’s Corporate & FinTech practice. Rohan has a wide range of technology and financial services experience with a special focus on Payments and Privacy & Data Protection. He regularly advises clients on legal, regulatory and compliance issues relating to the launch of digital, e–commerce and payment businesses, including the operations of payment systems and introduction of new age electronic payment methods. Rohan holds an LLM from New York University.
Prof. (Dr) Avinash Dadhich
Founding Director, Dhirubhai Ambani School of Law, Dhirubhai Ambani University
Prof. Dadhich has extensive expertise in legal and regulatory areas, focusing on AI, robotics, internet governance, data privacy, competition law, and IPR. He holds a Ph.D. from the UK, an LL.M. from France, an LL.B. from Delhi University, and an AI Policy Clinic Certificate from Washington, D.C. His professional background includes roles at Deloitte, EY, Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP (Paris), White & Case LLP (Brussels), the Competition Commission of India, and the Supreme Court of India. Academically, he has been Director at Manipal Law School, Dean at GLA University and IFIM Law School, and a visiting researcher at institutions like King's College London and the Max Planck Institute. He was also an Antitrust Fellow with the U.S. Department of State’s IVLP and completed the Military Leadership Development Programme with the Welsh Universities Officers Training Corps. Prof. Dadhich has published 10 research papers and 2 books and has presented at major conferences, including the Internet Governance Forum and WIPO.
His professional background includes roles at Deloitte, EY, Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP (Paris), White & Case LLP (Brussels), the Competition Commission of India, and the Supreme Court of India. Academically, he has been Director at Manipal Law School, Dean at GLA University and IFIM Law School, and a visiting researcher at institutions like King's College London and the Max Planck Institute.
He was also an Antitrust Fellow with the U.S. Department of State’s IVLP and completed the Military Leadership Development Programme with the Welsh Universities Officers Training Corps. Prof. Dadhich has published 10 research papers and 2 books and has presented at major conferences, including the Internet Governance Forum and WIPO.