Mahesh is Founder & CEO of Thought Leadership Capital (TLC), a boutique advisory firm. He is a proven change agent with international experience and focus on driving leadership alignment and business strategy at the executive/board level. He is an ardent promoter of collaborative, connected, and inclusive cultures. Mahesh returned to New York in 2021 after 13 years in India where he was MD & CEO for India and MEA regions and on the global leadership team of RGP. As an advisor and strategic leader at TLC, he works with PE and VC portfolio companies and innovative ventures that are on the ground and at scale.
Aspects of Mahesh’s career include: Fortune 100/1000 companies, turnarounds, and startups in CXO and Board positions. Until recently (July 2022) served as Independent Director on the Board of YES Bank, India’s 4th largest private bank, at the invitation of the Reserve Bank of India. Helped avert the bank’s collapse and turn it around within two years. Drove key ESG initiatives as a member of the board ESG committee. He was also Chair of the Nomination and Remuneration, and IT Strategy Committees, and member of several other committees including the Credit Committee of the board.
Senior Advisor on ESG & International Operations at Vaco LLC (a $1.3B talent solutions and consulting firm), with a focus on advising the C-Suite on the Social and Governance aspects of ESG, and leveraging his India experience to bring more operational synergies between the India entities, and alignment with international expansion plans.
Founding Advisor at BuzzOnEarth (pioneering social impact & ESG venture) with a mission to catalyze future generations and youth communities to drive planetary regeneration. Key programs include: Start-up accelerators, India Model United Nations (MUN), and sustainability brand storytelling through collaborations with corporates, government bodies, foundations, and educational institutions.
Limited Partner at Arka Venture Labs (VC Fund). Mentor and advisor on strategies for selling into enterprises, and identifying the value and impact of ESG drivers.
Advisory Board at Supply Chain Resources Group (SCRG), a firm that delivers highly technical electronics manufacturing, supply chain, and operational solutions to some of the largest technology companies in the world. Focus on delivering business growth and further expansion of international footprint in Asia and India in particular.
At RGP (Nasdaq-listed consultancy) while based in India for 13 years as a member of the +global leadership team, led business expansion with MNCs in the India region, Asia, UAE, and US. Grew the business based on fundamental ESG principles and initiatives, including strong internal governance, employee engagement, and risk, reputation, and brand management.
Executive-In-Residence at NYU Stern School of Business, as regular guest speaker and coach-mentor to MBA and Executive MBA students.
Raised in Thailand and Switzerland (entire high school) with a United Nations upbringing, Mahesh next studied in the UK and US (BSc, London School of Economics; MBA, NYU Stern School of Business, and management programs at the Wharton School, and MIT, Sloan School). He speaks English, French, multiple Indian languages, with latency in Thai. Mahesh enjoys trekking and tennis, and believes in maintaining physical fitness as a competitive edge. He successfully summited Mount Fuji on July 4, 2019.
Sherry Chan is an award-winning actuary with decades of outstanding leadership in strategic policy, operations, relationship management, and communications, currently serving as a Managing Director in EY’s Insurance and Actuarial Advisory Services practice.
Prior to joining EY, Ms. Chan was the Chief Strategy Officer of Atidot. Atidot, named by CNBC in 2024 as a Top 30 insurtech worldwide in the category of marketing, sales, and distribution, specializes in state-of-the-art AI for the life insurance ecosystem to better understand their policyholder behavior throughout the value chain.
Previously, Ms. Chan was chosen unanimously by New York City elected officials and union presidents to serve as the City’s 5th Chief Actuary in its 100+ year history, becoming one of the highest ranked Asian-American officials in the City’s administration. In this prior role, Ms. Chan provided technical expertise to the City’s five retirement systems and pension funds with approximately 800,000 active and retired members and nearly $300 billion of assets. Ms. Chan certified the $10 billion annual required pension contributions for these retirement systems and pension funds, ensuring accuracy, and oversaw a City agency with a professional staff who has decades of experience in and out of City service.
Ms. Chan also previously served as the Chief Actuarial Officer for the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and as Chief Actuary for the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio, the two largest state pension systems in Ohio with assets of approximately $100 billion and $80 billion, respectively.
A Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, an Enrolled Actuary with the Joint Board, a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries, a Fellow of the Conference of Consulting Actuaries, and a conferee of an Executive MBA and Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and actuarial science from The Ohio State University, Ms. Chan regularly gives presentations at colleges, conferences, and on webinars.
Ms. Chan is on the Boards of the Society of Actuaries, The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Arts & Sciences, and Abacus Actuaries, while also serving on the US Railroad Retirement Board’s Actuarial Advisory Committee. Ms. Chan established OSU’s first actuarial endowment in its 150+ history, the Sherry S. Chan Actuarial Endowment. She is also the original co-founder of Abacus Actuaries, an international non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Asians to achieve success in the actuarial profession.
Pieces written by and interviews of Ms. Chan have been published in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Crain’s New York Business, the New York Daily News, the Chief Leader, and TEXPERS Pension Observer. Ms. Chan also produced a documentary on the history of New York City’s pensions and role of the New York City Chief Actuary which aired on New York City cable stations.
From local recognitions to international recognitions, Ms. Chan was honored by the Ascend Foundation with its Trailblazer Award in 2021, selected for the City & State NY Power of Diversity: Asian 100 list both in 2020 and 2021, and was named both a 2019 Crain’s New York 40 under 40 and a 2017 City & State 40 under 40 Rising Star of New York City. In 2018, Ms. Chan received both the Community Hero Award from Assemblymember Yuh-Line Niou and the Geoffrey Heywood Award from the International Association of Consulting Actuaries (IACA) at the International Actuaries Congress in Berlin, Germany. The Geoffrey Heywood Award, named after the founding Chairman of IACA, is given every two years to one young consulting actuary from across the globe who has provided significant services to the public and the actuarial profession.
Christopher Nguyen has over 25 years of experience as a senior executive, investment banker, and consultant, with a focus on management consulting, financial services, professional services, and Fintech on a global scale. He served as Senior Managing Director at Deloitte collaborates closely with the C-suite and senior leadership teams of prominent global financial services institutions, providing expertise in strategy, operations, business transformation, and strategic partnerships.
Throughout his career, Chris has held key leadership positions at Kearney, Deutsche Bank, Deloitte, as well as in an AI banking vertical Fintech and a cross-border payment Fintech. Chris holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Carleton University, as well as an MBA and Master of Science from the University of British Columbia and The University of Pennsylvania. In addition, he successfully completed the Executive Leadership Development program at Columbia Business School.
AI Expert | Digital Alchemist | Enterprise Transformation Leader Author of Mastering Digital Transformation: Thriving in an Age of Disruption
Dutt Kalluri is an accomplished enterprise transformation executive, widely recognized as a leading authority in Artificial Intelligence, digital reinvention, and scalable innovation. With over 30 years of global experience and a proven track record in C-suite leadership, Dutt has driven digital transformation initiatives across Fortune 500 companies, mid-market enterprises, and private equity-backed organizations.
As the author of the groundbreaking book, Mastering Digital Transformation: Thriving in an Age of Disruption, Dutt shares his vision for building adaptive, intelligent enterprises that are future-ready and value-driven. He is renowned for combining a deep passion for AI with pragmatic execution, blending emerging technologies with operational excellence to deliver measurable business outcomes.
Throughout his career, Dutt has served as Chief Digital Officer, CIO, and CEO, overseeing global teams of over 3,600 professionals and managing multi-million-dollar P&Ls.
Dutt’s influence extends into the private equity world, where he has served as a Venture Partner at Interlock Capital (US) and Pavestone Capital (India), advising on post-acquisition integration, digital value creation, and strategic technology investment. He is also a member of the governance body for CIO groups at HMG Strategy and Evanta (a Gartner company), providing thought leadership on innovation and transformation.
Driven by curiosity, empathy, and a relentless pursuit of innovation, Dutt is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor to boards, CEOs, and transformation offices. His expertise spans AI-powered enterprise design, agentic AI, cloud transformation, and post-M&A technology integration. With a unique ability to simplify complexity and inspire cross-functional collaboration, Dutt transforms bold visions into execution-ready strategies.
Areas of Expertise:
- AI & Agentic Enterprise Design Digital Strategy & Operating Model
- Transformation Intelligent Automation & Workflow Innovation Private
- Equity Tech Advisory & Post-Deal Value Creation Cross-Industry
- Expertise: BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail, and Technology
Accelerated Growth Through Access
I help tech product and service companies grow faster by leveraging my unique sales and marketing ability as well as unparalleled access to a network of relationships with decision makers. Speed and growth is the common theme.
Extremely well connected pro with over 20 years of hands on sales and marketing leadership experience. I’ve consistently helped early-stage and scaling tech companies/divisions shift gears by building trust, accelerating growth, and closing strategic deals.
I’ve successfully sold a range of complex solutions, including:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms
- Intelligent Automation and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
- IT and Business Process Outsourcing (ITO/BPO)
- Consulting services and enterprise training programs
Worked alongside Business and Tech Leaders to help enhance market presence, expand deal flow and land major accounts.
I’ve closed deals with some of the most respected brands in the world, including:
GM, Kodak, HP Financial, Merrill Lynch, Citibank, Anthem Healthcare, Maspeth Federal Savings Bank, Atos, IBM, PwC, Xerox, and Pitney Bowes.
I know how to sell big, sell smart, and sell into complexity — across regulated, global, and enterprise landscapes.
About my Network
- 150,000+ global professionals in my AI and tech network. Learn more about my global network.
- 30,000+ direct LinkedIn connections — spanning buyers, founders, investors, and alliance partners
- Trusted relationships across U.S., EMEA, and APAC, including F500 decision-makers, VC-backed startup execs, and innovation ecosystem leaders
This access allows me to:
- Open strategic doors
- Accelerate enterprise sales cycles
- Spark meaningful go-to-market partnerships
- Influence the influencers — not just the buyers
What I Bring to the Table
- Expertise — 20+ years of success in enterprise sales across AI, automation, outsourcing, and consulting
- Influence — Recognized voice and community builder in the emerging tech and AI ecosyst
- Access — A network that creates real revenue opportunities and trust-based engagement
- Trust — Consultative, education-led sales style that aligns with how modern buyers want to engage
Thought Leadership & Industry Presence
Featured Sales Expertise
- Are Your Prospects Really Qualified? 5 Questions That You Must Ask to Know
- 5 Tips to Help Shorten Your Torturous Sales Cycle
- Perfectly Frank: AI Sales Edition – Don’t Sell the New Tech the Old Way
Featured Articles & Insights
- The AI Advantage: How the C-suite Can Start Small to Win Big
- 5 Key Success Factors for Offshore and Nearshore Providers Seeking U.S. Growth
- AI Will Spark an Unprecedented Innovation Revolution
Speaking & Video Content
- Enterprise Al Reality Check: Head of PwC’s Al Shares Candid Perspectives. Interview by Frank Casale
- Outsourcing Institute Founder Frank Casale Interviews SupportZebra Founder Nathan Yap
Interviews
- Outsourcing Institute’s Frank Casale Talks About Why He Finds Medellín Ideal For Nearshore RPA & AI Delivery
- Frank Casale — Organizational Efficiency
Live Speaking Engagements
I’m Currently Open to Exploring:
- A full-time hands on leadership role e.g. VP of Sales, GTM Lead, CRO, Rainmaker, Evangelist
- A fractional, high impact consulting engagement with a high-potential AI or emerging tech provider where accelerated growth and innovation is key.