Bright Child Foundation

Education

Marianne Jacques Pauley

Marianne Jacques Pauley, a Seattle native, started her career in international business and technology. However, she found her true calling in teaching and has spent nearly three decades working with at-risk youth. With a Master's in Education and certifications in multiple areas, she currently teaches at Legacy High School in Washington State. Marianne also stays busy with educational projects and loves spending her free time on her farm in Arlington, Washington.

        Dr. R. Manga Reddy

Dr. R. Manga Reddy is a seasoned educator with over three decades of experience in the field. Currently serving as a senior faculty member at SCERT Hyderabad, he has contributed significantly to teacher education, curriculum development, and policy-making at state and national levels. Dr. Reddy is particularly focused on addressing pedagogical challenges in classrooms and advocating for public-private partnerships to enhance school education and achieve Sustainable Development Goals.

Dr.G.Vishwanadham Gupta

G. Vishwanadham Gupta, an accomplished educator with degrees in MSc, M.Sc, M.Ed, and L.L.B., is a Gazetted Headmaster at GMHS Aliya, Hyderabad. As a State Resource Person and Best HM State Level Awardee, he has led educational initiatives and served in key roles such as District Science Officer and Mentor, leaving a lasting impact on the educational landscape.

    Health & Nutrition

     Dr. Vivek Shanmugam

Dr. Vivek Shanmugam is a renowned liver transplant surgeon in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 18 years of experience. As Managing Director of RPS Hospitals and Lead Liver Transplant Surgeon at SIMS Hospital, he's dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes. Beyond surgery, he's actively involved with the Chennai Liver Foundation, aiming to raise awareness about liver diseases.

        Ms. Uthara Shravan

A seasoned Registered Dietitian with 24 years in hospital and healthcare settings, specializing in Diabetes, Nutrition Education, Enteral Nutrition, Clinical Research, and Weight Management. Holds a Master's in Food Science and Nutrition, is a Certified Diabetes Educator from CMC Vellore, and a senior RD accredited by the Indian Dietetic Association.

Legal

          Mr.Prashant Jain

Founder & Managing Partner of Samisti Legal, he leads a distinguished boutique corporate & commercial law firm with offices in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Specializing in private equity, venture capital, M&A, and corporate litigation, he has overseen over 350 transactions totaling INR 100 billion. His expertise has earned him recognition as a leading individual in Corporate M&A by Legal 500, while Samisti Legal maintains its position among India's top 50 law firms.

    Health & Nutrition

       Legal

     Dr. Vivek Shanmugam

Dr. Vivek Shanmugam is a renowned liver transplant surgeon in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 18 years of experience. As Managing Director of RPS Hospitals and Lead Liver Transplant Surgeon at SIMS Hospital, he's dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes. Beyond surgery, he's actively involved with the Chennai Liver Foundation, aiming to raise awareness about liver diseases.

        Ms. Uthara Shravan

A seasoned Registered Dietitian with 24 years in hospital and healthcare settings, specializing in Diabetes, Nutrition Education, Enteral Nutrition, Clinical Research, and Weight Management. Holds a Master's in Food Science and Nutrition, is a Certified Diabetes Educator from CMC Vellore, and a senior RD accredited by the Indian Dietetic Association.

           Mr.Prashant Jain

Founder & Managing Partner of Samisti Legal, he leads a distinguished boutique corporate & commercial law firm with offices in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Specializing in private equity, venture capital, M&A, and corporate litigation, he has overseen over 350 transactions totaling INR 100 billion. His expertise has earned him recognition as a leading individual in Corporate M&A by Legal 500, while Samisti Legal maintains its position among India's top 50 law firms.

Social & Public Relations

         Mr.Ramu Kizhakkey

A Microsoft-certified .NET developer with over 15 years of experience, specializing in analysis, design, development, and maintenance of web and client/server applications. Known for expertise in software design methodologies and object-oriented design. Also, passionate about leveraging marketing insights to create impactful solutions that resonate with target audiences and drive business growth.

          Mr.Satish Katakam

Satish Katakam is a Technology Executive with 27 years of banking experience, leading initiatives in AI, ML, & cybersecurity at WellsFargo. He delivers substantial returns on investment and is a frequent technology conference speaker. Satish has a bachelor’s degree in computer science and engineering from the University of Madras, India. Besides work, he enjoys travel and outdoor adventures with his family.

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