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Smile Foundation is a people-driven organization – right from the people who started it with a vision, to the people who work with us to bring change at the grassroots, to the people who support our work, and most importantly the people who we serve on the ground through our work. Committed, responsible people who are passionate to make a difference to the world around them are the backbone of Smile Foundation.
Mr Santanu Mishra, a law graduate, Company Secretary, and alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), specialises in strategic management, enterprise transformation, and institution building.
With over two decades of experience at leadership level in the corporate sector he established his own practice as a Management Consultant, collaborating with numerous Indian and global brands.
In 2002, Mr Mishra joined hands with some of his like-minded friends to set up Smile Foundation. He has spearheaded the scaling up of the organization since inception, helping it evolve from an idea to an Indian social institution of repute.
A Chartered Accountant, Cost and Management Accountant, and Company Secretary, Mr Munish Kumar specialises in Strategic Management Consulting, International Finance, and Entrepreneurship Development. As an investor and philanthropist, he has multidimensional exposure across multiple sectors in India and abroad.
He has been associated with various charitable organisations and social causes aimed at alleviating social malaise and bridging disparities in society through initiatives in education, healthcare, livelihood, and capacity building for the past two decades.
Mr Jagia is a law graduate from Delhi University and has been practising as a lawyer for over 35 years, specialising in Economic and Corporate Laws. He appears before judicial and quasi-judicial authorities across the country, including High Courts and NCLAT, and represents clients both in India and abroad.
A firm believer in Individual Social Responsibility, he contributes to social causes quietly yet meaningfully. He has been associated with Smile Foundation since its inception.
Mr Praveen, an alumnus of Sri Ram College of Commerce, New Delhi, holds a Master’s degree in Business and Economics (MBE) from Delhi University.
At the start of his career, he worked in Structured Capital Finance, specialising in raising debt from Indian banks and financial institutions on behalf of his clients. He later transitioned to proprietary equity investment, focusing on scalable small and mid-cap companies in need of growth capital, collaborating with family offices and HNI investors.
In 2009, he co-founded a boutique investment banking platform specialising in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial advisory services. His company has successfully raised significant capital for Indian issuers from both offshore and domestic sources.
A strong advocate for social causes, he has been a founding member of Smile Foundation since 2005.
Mr Chaudhary is a Chartered Accountant and a Cost and Management Accountant by education. He has been practising as a Chartered Accountant in Delhi for over 30 years.
Alongside his professional practice, he is actively involved in investment research, with extensive knowledge across various industries in India. He also frequently takes on the role of an investor.
As part of his commitment to giving back, he serves as a trustee of Smile Foundation.
Mr Santanu Mishra, a law graduate, Company Secretary, and alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), specialises in strategic management, enterprise transformation, and institution building.
With over two decades of experience at leadership level in the corporate sector he established his own practice as a Management Consultant, collaborating with numerous Indian and global brands.
In 2002, Mr Mishra joined hands with some of his like-minded friends to set up Smile Foundation. He has spearheaded the scaling up of the organization since inception, helping it evolve from an idea to an Indian social institution of repute.
Working together towards humanity
Puneet has a rich experience of over 25 years marked by remarkable achievements and impactful leadership in the fields of banking, sustainable development, fundraising, marketing, and communications. Puneet has done his Bachelors in Commerce from the University of Lucknow, and further pursued management from IIM Lucknow. He has led organisations including Care India, Helpage India, Dainik Bhaskar Group and Citi India. Throughout his career, Puneet has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to drive positive change and achieve significant milestones. As the Executive Director at Smile, he envisions building it as an impact institution of excellence in India in the coming years. Puneet loves to read, and enjoys cooking and gardening in his free time.
Sushanta comes with 27+ years of working experience at senior positions in the areas of large-scale operation, strategic planning, capacity building of NGOs and advocacy initiatives in the field of education, women empowerment, livelihood, and water conservation. He has held leadership positions at Magic Bus India Foundation, Bharatiya Jain Sangathan (BJS), Pune, Naandi Foundation and CRS-India programme. Sushanta always looks forward to opportunities to innovate and experiment with various low-cost scalable & sustainable program designs for the benefit of the development sector. His passion is to work towards larger community engagement and sustainability in the sector. He likes watching TV, though mostly news and if time permits he likes to play cricket.
Mr. Satnam Singh is working in the capacity of AGM – Programs handling portfolios of Health, Disaster Response and Engineering Scholarship from last 8 years in Smile Foundation. He comes with a social development background with Masters in Sociology and has over sixteen years of experience in primary healthcare (encompassing Maternal and Child Health, HIV/AIDS and gender issues), Micro Finance, Informal Education and Vocational training. Besides the technical knowledge base, he has expertise in strategy development, project design and management, evaluations and documentation. He has previously worked with Council of People Advancement and Rural Technology (MoRD), Navjyoti India Foundation, SHAPE India & Sukarya.
Sarita holds M.Phil. in Sociology from the Central University of Hyderabad and a post-Graduate Certificate in Business Management from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar. Sarita comes to us with 23+ years of experience at the national & international levels with government & private sector consulting and with development sector organizations in providing image-building plans and advising the organizations for innovating social responsibility plans & exercises.
She has spearheaded initiatives for caring for the community, gender specialists, and contributing to the underprivileged communities by supporting a wide range of socio-economic, educational and gender equality initiatives. She holds expertise in designing and providing technical assistance to community-based & non-governmental organizations in program development, community assessment, evaluation and governance.
Sarita is an avid reader and loves reading autobiographies, romantic stories and thrillers. She loves travelling and exploring new places and loves watching movies. In her free time, she reads story books, and researches varied cuisines as she loves experimenting with new recipes. She likes to research places to travel.
A graduate in Zoology Hons from Delhi University, Gargi has done her Masters in Social Work from Vidyasagar University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Relations from Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan, and in Human Rights, International Humanitarian and Refugee Laws from Indian Society of International Law. She has 18+ years of experience in social development with specialization on grants management & donor relationship, and managing education and community based disaster management projects. She has worked with Bharti Foundation, SEEDS and Herbal Specialties Ltd and has been heading the Education vertical of Smile Foundation for over 11.5 years now.
Sonia Tohan is an accomplished finance and accounts professional at Smile Foundation since 2007, presently holding the position of Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Finance and Accounts. Armed with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, she’s shown her leadership and expertise by introducing innovative financial systems that have significantly improved the foundation’s financial performance. Her dedication, strategic insights, and commitment to transparency have played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization’s financial stability, furthering its mission, and expanding its outreach. As an inspirational leader, Sonia is a strong driving force behind Smile Foundation’s impact.
A graduate from Delhi University with PG diploma in Marketing, Rajeev has over 18 years of experience as a strategist in generating resources for social welfare activities. He has worked with organizations like Prayas, Khushii and ITC before joining Smile Foundation. Rajeev is currently leading Smile Foundation’s US Chapter.
Subroto Roy has done his BE (Civil) from the National Institute of Technology followed by PGDM from the Xavier Institute of Management. He has an experience of more than 24 years from organizations such as Development Alternatives, Educomp, Wish Foundation and Tara Livelihood Academy. His journey with Smile Foundation started with leading the programmes division and he is now part of the operations and management team.
Pratap Ray, a commerce and law graduate with over 20 years of experience in Finance, Audit, and Legal, has been a dedicated leader at Smile Foundation since 2005. He currently heads the Finance and Governance department.
He is also a member of the Lawyers Club of India, where he helps individuals of less means access their legal rights through government mechanisms. Furthermore, he provides guidance to over 100 NGOs supported by Smile Foundation, enhancing their governance capacity. His multifaceted contributions reflect his commitment to his professional role and social impact.
A development professional with Masters in Social Work and NGO Management, Bipasha is committed to work for the underserved with 19 years of experience in Centre for Youth and Social Development, Butterflies and Concern India. She excels in project management, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and proposal development.
Annuj is a seasoned professional with 21 years of experience working on brand transformation, positioning and integrated marketing strategy to help brands meet their marketing objectives.
Annuj started his career in FMCG brands including Asian Paints & Reckitt Benckiser and has spent more than a decade working for the Media and Entertainment sector with 94.3 MY FM, Jagran Prakashan Ltd, E-Com and other content platforms.
Having completed his Master’s in Management, he is certified in Brand Management from IIM Indore and Digital Marketing from XLRI with online advertising from Google.
Leading Marketing & Communications, Annuj will contribute to strengthen Smile Foundation as a Brand expanding its reach and acceptability amongst its stakeholders.
In his free time, Annuj enjoys music and has a keen interest in sports, with a liking to explore nature.
Vikramjit has over 11 years of experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development. As an integral part of Corporate Partnerships at Smile Foundation since 2015, he manages a substantial CSR funding portfolio, develops fundraising strategies, and oversees a team of fundraisers. Vikramjit’s educational background includes a PGDBM in Marketing and Global Business. His passion for initiatives in Education, Skill Development, Health, and Women Empowerment drives his dedication to creating a positive societal impact. He loves playing cricket in his spare time, besides spending time with his family.
Yogeshwar Nayyar, a highly experienced administrative professional with 36 years of experience, currently serves as the Head of Administration at Smile Foundation for the past 5 years. His career includes diverse roles in corporate affairs and executive assistance at various organizations. He holds a B.Com degree from Delhi University and is proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Yogeshwar’s extensive administrative experience is a valuable asset to Smile Foundation.
A graduate from the Bombay University, John has pursued Business Administration from the Krish Pennathur Associates MT Program. He has over 38 years of experience working with both non-profit and for-profit organizations including Ummeed Child Development Centre, Habitat for Humanity India, Helpage India, Tass Inflight Systems, and Alcon Resorts & Condominiums. John has also conducted trainings at various management institutes and has participated as a Speaker in conventions at TISS, IIM-Ahmedabad and more. At Smile Foundation, John has been spearheading strategic partnerships, sustainable development and operations for the West Region.
A trained counsellor and post-graduate in clinical psychology, Seema is working from last three decades as a development professional. With versatile experience, ranging from working in education at NCERT to youth and women issues at different NGOs, she is leading the education and women empowerment programmes at Smile Foundation from last five years. At Smile Foundation she has been actively contributing towards strategic planning, programme management and designing along with team development.
Shived has a rich experience of around 20 years of working with organisations like SOS Children’s Villages of India, Serco Global Services (American Express corporate cards), HDFC Bank Ltd., Axis Bank Ltd., CitiFinancial Consumer Finance India Limited, Indian Market Research Bureau, Standard Chartered Bank and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company. In his past roles, he has experience in marketing, channel sales, acquisition and retention, fundraising through individual partnerships, digital fundraising, data analysis, banking, insurance, Business Development and Corporate Sales, generating revenue and new business opportunities. In his current role at Smile, he is leading the B2C fundraising and nurturing vertical.
Ashok is a seasoned marketing professional with 14+ years of experience in driving growth through data driven customer acquisition strategies. He has pursued his BTech from Biju Patnaik Universtity of Technology and PG in Marketing Management from IMT Ghaziabad. He has worked on digital transformation and growth strategy for start ups and non-profits, performance-linked business plans on digital marketing, affiliate marketing, and on brand alliances. At Smile, he has been leading digital marketing and fundraising and has served in several strategic roles over the years. Ashok is a passionate technology enthusiast and loves watching films in his spare time.
Irteza is a computer engineer with advanced certifications from CISCO in networks. He has 15 years of experience in IT, working in India and abroad. His expertise include digital transformation and IT infrastructure. At Smile Foundation, Irteza has been leading the IT Team and has been playing a key role in the organisation’s digital transformation journey aimed at improving scalability, reliability and resiliency. Irteza loves to travel and takes keen interest in music and food.
Puneet has a rich experience of over 25 years marked by remarkable achievements and impactful leadership in the fields of banking, sustainable development, fundraising, marketing, and communications. Puneet has done his Bachelors in Commerce from the University of Lucknow, and further pursued management from IIM Lucknow. He has led organisations including Care India, Helpage India, Dainik Bhaskar Group and Citi India. Throughout his career, Puneet has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to drive positive change and achieve significant milestones. As the Executive Director at Smile, he envisions building it as an impact institution of excellence in India in the coming years. Puneet loves to read, and enjoys cooking and gardening in his free time.
Subroto Roy has done his BE (Civil) from the National Institute of Technology followed by PGDM from the Xavier Institute of Management. He has an experience of more than 24 years from organizations such as Development Alternatives, Educomp, Wish Foundation and Tara Livelihood Academy. His journey with Smile Foundation started with leading the programmes division and he is now part of the operations and management team.
A graduate from the Bombay University, John has pursued Business Administration from the Krish Pennathur Associates MT Program. He has over 38 years of experience working with both non-profit and for-profit organizations including Ummeed Child Development Centre, Habitat for Humanity India, Helpage India, Tass Inflight Systems, and Alcon Resorts & Condominiums. John has also conducted trainings at various management institutes and has participated as a Speaker in conventions at TISS, IIM-Ahmedabad and more. At Smile Foundation, John has been spearheading strategic partnerships, sustainable development and operations for the West Region.
Sushanta comes with 27+ years of working experience at senior positions in the areas of large-scale operation, strategic planning, capacity building of NGOs and advocacy initiatives in the field of education, women empowerment, livelihood, and water conservation. He has held leadership positions at Magic Bus India Foundation, Bharatiya Jain Sangathan (BJS), Pune, Naandi Foundation and CRS-India programme. Sushanta always looks forward to opportunities to innovate and experiment with various low-cost scalable & sustainable program designs for the benefit of the development sector. His passion is to work towards larger community engagement and sustainability in the sector. He likes watching TV, though mostly news and if time permits he likes to play cricket.
Pratap Ray, a commerce and law graduate with over 20 years of experience in Finance, Audit, and Legal, has been a dedicated leader at Smile Foundation since 2005. He currently heads the Finance and Governance department.
He is also a member of the Lawyers Club of India, where he helps individuals of less means access their legal rights through government mechanisms. Furthermore, he provides guidance to over 100 NGOs supported by Smile Foundation, enhancing their governance capacity. His multifaceted contributions reflect his commitment to his professional role and social impact.
A trained counsellor and post-graduate in clinical psychology, Seema is working from last three decades as a development professional. With versatile experience, ranging from working in education at NCERT to youth and women issues at different NGOs, she is leading the education and women empowerment programmes at Smile Foundation from last five years. At Smile Foundation she has been actively contributing towards strategic planning, programme management and designing along with team development.
Mr. Satnam Singh is working in the capacity of AGM – Programs handling portfolios of Health, Disaster Response and Engineering Scholarship from last 8 years in Smile Foundation. He comes with a social development background with Masters in Sociology and has over sixteen years of experience in primary healthcare (encompassing Maternal and Child Health, HIV/AIDS and gender issues), Micro Finance, Informal Education and Vocational training. Besides the technical knowledge base, he has expertise in strategy development, project design and management, evaluations and documentation. He has previously worked with Council of People Advancement and Rural Technology (MoRD), Navjyoti India Foundation, SHAPE India & Sukarya.
A development professional with Masters in Social Work and NGO Management, Bipasha is committed to work for the underserved with 19 years of experience in Centre for Youth and Social Development, Butterflies and Concern India. She excels in project management, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and proposal development.
Sarita holds M.Phil. in Sociology from the Central University of Hyderabad and a post-Graduate Certificate in Business Management from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar. Sarita comes to us with 23+ years of experience at the national & international levels with government & private sector consulting and with development sector organizations in providing image-building plans and advising the organizations for innovating social responsibility plans & exercises.
She has spearheaded initiatives for caring for the community, gender specialists, and contributing to the underprivileged communities by supporting a wide range of socio-economic, educational and gender equality initiatives. She holds expertise in designing and providing technical assistance to community-based & non-governmental organizations in program development, community assessment, evaluation and governance.
Sarita is an avid reader and loves reading autobiographies, romantic stories and thrillers. She loves travelling and exploring new places and loves watching movies. In her free time, she reads story books, and researches varied cuisines as she loves experimenting with new recipes. She likes to research places to travel.
Annuj is a seasoned professional with 21 years of experience working on brand transformation, positioning and integrated marketing strategy to help brands meet their marketing objectives.
Annuj started his career in FMCG brands including Asian Paints & Reckitt Benckiser and has spent more than a decade working for the Media and Entertainment sector with 94.3 MY FM, Jagran Prakashan Ltd, E-Com and other content platforms.
Having completed his Master’s in Management, he is certified in Brand Management from IIM Indore and Digital Marketing from XLRI with online advertising from Google.
Leading Marketing & Communications, Annuj will contribute to strengthen Smile Foundation as a Brand expanding its reach and acceptability amongst its stakeholders.
In his free time, Annuj enjoys music and has a keen interest in sports, with a liking to explore nature.
Shived has a rich experience of around 20 years of working with organisations like SOS Children’s Villages of India, Serco Global Services (American Express corporate cards), HDFC Bank Ltd., Axis Bank Ltd., CitiFinancial Consumer Finance India Limited, Indian Market Research Bureau, Standard Chartered Bank and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company. In his past roles, he has experience in marketing, channel sales, acquisition and retention, fundraising through individual partnerships, digital fundraising, data analysis, banking, insurance, Business Development and Corporate Sales, generating revenue and new business opportunities. In his current role at Smile, he is leading the B2C fundraising and nurturing vertical.
A graduate in Zoology Hons from Delhi University, Gargi has done her Masters in Social Work from Vidyasagar University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Relations from Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan, and in Human Rights, International Humanitarian and Refugee Laws from Indian Society of International Law. She has 18+ years of experience in social development with specialization on grants management & donor relationship, and managing education and community based disaster management projects. She has worked with Bharti Foundation, SEEDS and Herbal Specialties Ltd and has been heading the Education vertical of Smile Foundation for over 11.5 years now.
Vikramjit has over 11 years of experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development. As an integral part of Corporate Partnerships at Smile Foundation since 2015, he manages a substantial CSR funding portfolio, develops fundraising strategies, and oversees a team of fundraisers. Vikramjit’s educational background includes a PGDBM in Marketing and Global Business. His passion for initiatives in Education, Skill Development, Health, and Women Empowerment drives his dedication to creating a positive societal impact. He loves playing cricket in his spare time, besides spending time with his family.
Ashok is a seasoned marketing professional with 14+ years of experience in driving growth through data driven customer acquisition strategies. He has pursued his BTech from Biju Patnaik Universtity of Technology and PG in Marketing Management from IMT Ghaziabad. He has worked on digital transformation and growth strategy for start ups and non-profits, performance-linked business plans on digital marketing, affiliate marketing, and on brand alliances. At Smile, he has been leading digital marketing and fundraising and has served in several strategic roles over the years. Ashok is a passionate technology enthusiast and loves watching films in his spare time.
Sonia Tohan is an accomplished finance and accounts professional at Smile Foundation since 2007, presently holding the position of Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Finance and Accounts. Armed with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, she’s shown her leadership and expertise by introducing innovative financial systems that have significantly improved the foundation’s financial performance. Her dedication, strategic insights, and commitment to transparency have played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization’s financial stability, furthering its mission, and expanding its outreach. As an inspirational leader, Sonia is a strong driving force behind Smile Foundation’s impact.
Yogeshwar Nayyar, a highly experienced administrative professional with 36 years of experience, currently serves as the Head of Administration at Smile Foundation for the past 5 years. His career includes diverse roles in corporate affairs and executive assistance at various organizations. He holds a B.Com degree from Delhi University and is proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Yogeshwar’s extensive administrative experience is a valuable asset to Smile Foundation.
Irteza is a computer engineer with advanced certifications from CISCO in networks. He has 15 years of experience in IT, working in India and abroad. His expertise include digital transformation and IT infrastructure. At Smile Foundation, Irteza has been leading the IT Team and has been playing a key role in the organisation’s digital transformation journey aimed at improving scalability, reliability and resiliency. Irteza loves to travel and takes keen interest in music and food.
A graduate from Delhi University with PG diploma in Marketing, Rajeev has over 18 years of experience as a strategist in generating resources for social welfare activities. He has worked with organizations like Prayas, Khushii and ITC before joining Smile Foundation. Rajeev is currently leading Smile Foundation’s US Chapter.
