Venkatesh R.

Venkatesh R. is a seasoned philanthropic advisor with extensive experience in social entrepreneurship and international development. Currently serving as a Philanthropic Advisor independently and as a Strategic Advisor at RoundGlass Foundation, Venkatesh R. also works with Safe Water Network as a Philanthropy Consultant. Venkatesh R. held senior leadership roles, including Senior Director at the American India Foundation and Managing Director of Global Partnerships at Ashoka, where involvement in selecting Ashoka Fellows and fundraising efforts was paramount. Venkatesh R. has contributed significantly to academia as a guest lecturer and speaker at prestigious institutions, and co-founded a social enterprise focused on environmental sustainability. Venkatesh R. holds degrees in Business Administration and Management from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management and a Masters in Social Justice from the School for International Training.