Board of Directors

Chairman

Raj Malik is the founder and CEO of Bioworld Merchandising Inc., the leading global manufacturer of licensed apparel and accessories. He has been a part of the North Texas business community for for over two decades, and a strong believer in the Chamber’s mission to promote growth in the community.

Founding Chairman

Ashok Mago, a Padma Shri recipient,  is an entrepreneur, investor, and marketing and business strategist who has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life, education and healthcare for the needy both in the U.S. and India. He founded the Chamber in 1999 to focus the business community on the opportunities available in India and locally.

Chairman Emeritus

Sunil Maini, CPA is an experienced board member with a demonstrated history of working in the accounting industry. He is past Chair of the the US India Chamber (National) as well as Chairman-Emeritus of the Chamber.

Treasurer

Neel Gonuguntla is a dynamic business professional skilled in data analysis for strategic planning and operational efficiency. She is also a licensed attorney providing in-house legal services. Some of her specialties include Business Planning & Development, and Corporate Communications.

CHAIR-ELECT

Neeti Khaitan is a highly skilled advisor with extensive experience in the information technology and services industry. She is adept in customer relationship management (CRM), management, start-ups, business process outsourcing (BPO), and marketing. As a minority leader with global experience, Neeti brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her field.

Raj serves as a private wealth advisor and managing director at Merrill Private Wealth Management, specializing in strategic and organizational planning for business owners. Raj is active in various non-profits, including The Salvation Army and the American Indian Foundation.

Suhas graduated from SMU with a BBA in Real Estate. He developed DFW’s first Comfort Inn and co-founded Sava Holdings, a hotel development company, which currently operates over 1400 rooms and has 324 under development with Marriott/Starwood Legacy and IHG brands. Suhas oversees the development pipeline and hotel operations and serves on several industry boards.

With an executive MBA and an MBA in international business from UT Dallas, Mahesh is a strategic and committed business leader. He has extensive experience with boards and private equity investors across various sectors. Notably, he has managed over $2.0 billion in debt and equity financing and $120 million in profit optimization. His skills include investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, and building high-performing teams.

Sanjeev is a Co-Founder and Chairman at GS Dallas Group. He holds a Master in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calgary and graduated from the Owner President Management Program at Harvard Business School. Sanjeev is also the Vice President and Market Unit Head for TCS’ U.S. West business, overseeing market strategy, growth, brand, client relationships, and community involvement.

Audhesh Paswan serves as a Marketing Professor, Vice Provost and Dean of UNT at Frisco. His experience spans the advertising and consumer product industries, where he has served as an Account Manager, Planner, and Brand Manager. Some of his research interests include new product development (NPD), macromarketing, and cross-cultural and global marketing.

Anand Kumar is a notable entrepreneur who owns and operates over a dozen McDonald’s locations across DFW. As a franchisee, he significantly contributes to the growth of the NTX economy. Additionally, he actively supports various North Texas non-profits by providing meals and assistance.

Anbu Nachimuthu holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago, an MS in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from Wichita State University, and a B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology. Currently, he serves as the Chairman and CEO of Carrus Health, a healthcare company providing specialized medical services across Texas and Oklahoma.

Anurag Jain is a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist, currently serving as CEO and Chairman of Access Healthcare, a healthcare services platform utilizing AI and RPA to transform the revenue cycle management industry. Anurag is an acclaimed leader recognized for his contributions to society and entrepreneurial achievements. He received the BITS Distinguished Alumnus Award in Public Life/Entrepreneurship/Philanthropy, as well as the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2016 award, highlighting his exceptional impact and leadership.

Ajay Mago is a corporate and technology lawyer with a focus on complex transactional and advisory matters. As a managing partner at Maxson Mago & Macaulay, he provides legal services across multiple states. Through his extensive experience with complex transactions, he has cultivated a comprehensive understanding of business challenges and a talent for developing novel, creative and constructive solutions.

Bhawna Nirula received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Jadavpur University, India. She currently serves as the Vice President of Payment Operations at United Health Group. Throughout her career, Bhawna has led several successful startups across multiple geographies, excelling in implementation, vendor management, client acquisition, and high-growth cycles. Her expertise spans leadership, P&L, customer experience, and BPO.

Dayakar Puskoor is the Founder and Managing Partner of Dallas Venture Capital, a tech-focused venture fund. He has launched and mentored pioneering startups in cloud, AI/ML, and mobile technologies. Dayakar is also the Executive Chairman at Global Outlook. Previously, he was the CEO of JP Mobile, where he pioneered the industry’s first mobile software solutions company considered to be inventor of wireless email for the Palm PDA platform. Dayakar has also been featured in numerous publications, including Forbes.

Dinesh Bhatia is a faculty member in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at UT Dallas, directing research activities at the IDEA Lab. His work spans high-performance computing, power and energy systems, and healthcare and medical devices. He has experience in building large-scale custom computing and embedded systems, including roles as principal designer for the RACE system at Wright Laboratories of USAF and principal investigator for DARPA’s REACT program.

Gaurav Shekhar is a Senior Assistant Dean and Assistant Professor at UT Dallas, leading one of the world’s largest Business Analytics programs. He specializes in Business Intelligence, Sustainability Analytics, and AI/Machine Learning. With vast experience in IT, Gaurav excels in Program Management, Business Intelligence, and Business Analysis. He is also a certified ITIL trainer, conducting training and seminars in public speaking, life coaching, and leadership.

G.S. Saggu is a business leader with a remarkable track record of establishing profitable businesses. With global experience in executive leadership roles, including business development and operational excellence, he has led major initiatives at Tech Mahindra and Perot Systems (now NTT Data Systems). Currently, he focuses on anticipating the rapidly changing landscape and ensuring a positive impact toward global expansion on clients’ businesses.

Karthik Vasanth is the Vice President and General Manager of Data Converters and Clocks at Texas Instruments (TI). He has contributed to innovations in device modeling, high-performance radio frequency, and medical integrated circuits. Karthik holds degrees from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Princeton University. Currently, he serves on advisory boards at both Princeton and Southern Methodist University.

Lalit Ahluwalia is the CEO & Founder of DigitalXForce and iTRUSTXForce, revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape. He is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and a board member with the US India Chamber of Commerce. His leadership experience includes roles at Accenture, Wipro, and Deloitte.

Laxmi is a distinguished REMAX agent specializing in both residential and commercial real estate within the DFW Metroplex. She is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable home buying/selling experience.

Manish Vyas is a customer-focused and strategic senior leader with deep expertise in leading global programs. He played pivotal roles in expanding Tech Mahindra from a $150Mn to a $6.5Bn company. He currently serves as Divisional President for Communications, Media & Entertainment and CEO of Network Services at Tech Mahindra, driving significant growth and innovation.

Marc Nivet is the Executive Vice President at UT Southwestern Medical Center with extensive experience in higher education and healthcare industries. He excels in nonprofit management, program evaluation, diversity training, executive coaching, and public speaking. Marc is a skilled change management professional with degrees in healthcare and higher educational management.

Neel Gonuguntla is a dynamic business professional skilled in data analysis for strategic planning and operational efficiency. She is also a licensed attorney providing in-house legal services. Some of her specialties include Business Planning & Development, and Corporate Communications.

Paul Pandian is currently an Advisor for Tech Mahindra (Americas) Inc. in Dallas, Texas. He founded Axes Technologies, Inc., which merged with Tech Mahindra in 2005, and was the Chairman of Glow Networks before it was acquired by CSS, Inc. in 2010. Pandian has diverse business interests in India and serves on various boards and advisory councils, including the Greater Dallas Indo-American Chamber of Commerce and the Indus Entrepreneurs Dallas. He holds an engineering degree from Annamalai University and completed his graduate business education at the Wharton School of Business.

Pete Patel is the CEO of CP&Y Inc., bringing a wealth of experience from his previous roles at the US India Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Dallas Indo-American Chamber of Commerce, and Chiang, Patel & Yerby, Inc. With expertise spanning municipalities, program management, business development, environmental awareness, and civil engineering, Pete is recognized as a versatile and accomplished leader in his field. His strategic vision and leadership continue to drive success and innovation at CP&Y Inc.

With over 30 years of experience in building codes and consulting, Raj Sharma is the Founder and CEO of Master Code, Inc., and a Senior Consultant to Masterplan Consultants. He has served as a Building Official for various cities, including the City of Dallas, and has held many other significant roles in professional organizations such as the Greater Dallas Indo-American Chamber of Commerce. Sharma aims to provide the most professional, prompt, and customer-friendly services in the industry.

Rajneesh Gupta is a Partner & Managing Director at AlixPartners, leading technology partnerships with companies like Microsoft and Palantir. Previously, he was the Global Head of Partnerships at Intuit, where he increased partnership revenue to $400M. Rajneesh holds a degree in mechanical engineering from State Engineering College, and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management. He has participated in executive programs at Oxford and Harvard, leading him to serves on multiple boards and speak at industry conferences.

Satish Manduva is the CEO of IntelliSoft Technologies, Inc., where he manages platform-based solution development in Big Data, Mobile, Cloud, and Security. Satish also launched DataMorphix, a big data as a service platform, and EdBrix.com, a LMS & collaboration platform for education. He heads IT consulting services and software development across the Telecom, Insurance, Travel, and Financial industries.

Vik Thapar is a Managing Director at Cypress Growth Capital with over 20 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, and IT consulting. He serves on the Board of Directors for the US-India Chamber of Commerce and co-founded Venture Dallas, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the DFW innovation ecosystem. Vik also frequently lectures on entrepreneurship at SMU, TCU, and UT Dallas.

PRESIDENT

Raj Daniels is an executive advisor and consultant across several verticals and is known as a strategic thinker with a passion for long-term growth and leadership development. He is the former Director of Strategic Partnerships at an Infrastructure Advisory firm. With years of experience guiding businesses and individuals toward success, Raj is known for his ability to create and execute strategic plans that foster sustainable progress.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Kamal Fulani is the Executive Director of the U.S. India Chamber of Commerce DFW. Before this role, he managed government and political relations for local and regional elected officials as part of the Government Relations team at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).

MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER

Adaptable and quick-learning professional with 15 years of experience in communications, administration, and project management across diverse industries, including insurance, legal services, hospitality, and nonprofits. Known for a collaborative, customer-centric approach and high-quality, innovative communications.

PROGRAM MANAGER

Anu Benakatti is a knowledgeable project coordinator with extensive experience in the media industry. A renowned host and television anchor from Dallas, Texas, she currently serves as COO of iAsiaNews, Dallas. Anu holds a degree in Biology from UT Dallas and a Master’s in Reproductive Biology from Karnataka University Dharwad in India.