SVP India
Govind Iyer is a Senior Advisor at Warburg Pincus LLC and an Independent Director at Infosys and Karmayogi Bharat. Govind is the Chairperson at SVP India, where the focus is on creating fulfilled lifelong givers through philanthropy. With a background in financial services, private capital, industrial, technology, and communications, Govind also serves as a Board Member at Give. Their previous experience includes roles at Egon Zehnder, HJ Heinz, The Coca-Cola Company, Procter & Gamble, and Amtrex Group of Companies. Govind holds an MBA from The Wharton School and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Trichy.
SVP India
SVP India is a community of compassionate and accomplished individuals working towards an equitable India through structured engagement with NGOs. We have a diverse peer network of more than 500 individuals (partners) across 8 major cities in India, whose time, expertise, and connections are leveraged to create a multiplier effect for our enlisted NGOs. SVP India has a well-thought-out approach to philanthropy where we carefully assess and onboard credible NGOs, ensuring that our support goes where it's needed the most. Collaborating actively with these non-profits, our partners gain a deeper understanding of the social sector. We have worked closely with over 100 NGOs and our partners have already contributed over 25,000 hours of their time towards building the scale and capacity of these organizations. Nearly 90% of our partners have been associated with us for over 5 years, a testament to their deep sense of fulfilment in their philanthropic journey, contributing in sectors like Healthcare, Disability, Women’s Empowerment, Employment, Waste Management, Education & Youth, and Sustainable Environment. We invest in a collaborative solution, so those with a common cause can align their efforts and go further together. In essence, SVP India is where engagement transforms lives. We are committed to fostering social change through strategic giving, empowering non-profits, and building a strong community of philanthropists who learn, grow, and create a ripple effect to bring about a positive shift.