Dheeraj Pandey   

Founding Director, Param Hansa Philanthropies

Dheeraj Pandey is an Indian-born American entrepreneur, CEO, and philanthropist. As the Chairman and CEO of DevRev Inc., a SaaS company focused on AI-driven software and customer engineering workflows, Dheeraj pioneers innovation. Previously, he co-founded Nutanix, Inc. and served as its CEO until December 2020.

Dheeraj holds a B.Tech in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur and an M.S. in Computer Science from University of Texas, Austin. He is also a board member of Adobe Inc.

Alongside his wife, Swapna Pandey, he founded Param Hansa Philanthropies, aiming to enhance human life through science and tech-driven initiatives. Their foundation's inaugural commitment of $1M to UT Austin in 2020 bolstered computational oncology research. With his vast tech industry experience and philanthropic vision, Dheeraj drives Param Hansa Philanthropies towards global impact.

Swapna Pandey

Co-founder, Param Hansa Philanthropies

Swapna Pandey serves as President of Parma Hansa Values' philanthropic wing, spearheading impactful initiatives. She is a board member of the Common Ground Speaker Series, supporting parent education in Bay Area private schools, and also sits on the Board of Fellows for her children’s school.

Formerly a banker, Swapna shifted focus to her passions - healthcare and education. With baccalaureate degrees in Marketing and Finance from both India and the US, Swapna's multicultural upbringing fosters a deep appreciation for languages and diverse cultures.

Amit Kumar   

Co-founder, Param Hansa Philanthropies

Amit has a robust background in asset management and equity research, having co-managed over $2 billion in U.S. equity funds at Columbia Threadneedle for six years. His career spans more than fifteen years of dedicated research in technology, biotechnology, life sciences, and financial sectors.

Prior to his financial career, Amit worked in the tech industry for a decade. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, New York, and a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT (BHU). Amit's diverse experience across technology and financial industries makes him a versatile expert in his field.

Param Hansa Philanthropies, India: Board of Directors

Rakesh Kumar     

Rakesh is a professional social worker trained at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, and a fellow of the Packard-Gates Population Leadership Program at the University of Washington, Seattle.

With nearly three decades of experience in public health, Rakesh has worked across multiple sectors, from non-profits to corporate social responsibilities (CSR). His extensive background equips him with valuable expertise and perspectives in public health initiatives.

Adarsh Das   

Adarsh is a distinguished alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and the University of Michigan, where he completed his M.S. and MBA. As a co-founder of SunSource Energy, he has established himself as a leading entrepreneur in the renewable energy sector.

With over 25 years of experience, Adarsh is also a passionate angel investor and an avid enthusiast of energy technologies. His expertise and commitment have been instrumental in advancing innovative energy solutions.