The Indianness Podcast | Insights from Indian Business Leaders, Indian Founders & High-Performing Indian Americans

Mar 14 2025 51 ep. 53 mins 23
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The Indianness podcast enables leaders of Indian origin to tell their stories to inspire the next generation. Guests include leaders in business, health care, education, NGO’s, politics and various other fields.

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Breaking Barriers & Driving Digital Transformation | Indianness Podcast ft. Anjana Harve, EVP & CIO, BJ’s Wholesale Club

Mar 14 2025 58 mins  
In this episode of the Indianness Podcast, we sit down with Anjana Harve, EVP & CIO at BJ’s Wholesale Club, to explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and digital transformation. With a career spanning multiple industries, she shares insights on navigating AI advancements, leading global teams, and fostering an inclusive tech culture. 💡 Key Takeaways: 

Leadership, Innovation, and Indianness: A Conversation with Dr. Pradeep Khosla

Feb 03 2025 58 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Pradeep Khosla reflects on his career, the role of mentorship, and the importance of embracing challenges. Learn how his Indian roots influenced his approach to leadership and innovation in the U.S. education system. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pradeepkhosla/ https://chancellor.ucsd.edu/about/about-the-chancellor/index.htm

Transforming Education and Leadership with Dr. Pramath Raj Sinha, ​​Founder & Trustee of Ashoka University, Founding Dean of ISB, Founder of Harappa Education and President at upGrad

Dec 03 2024 75 mins  
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Pramath Raj Sinha, Founder and Trustee at Ashoka University, Founding Dean of ISB, Founder of Harappa Education and President at upGrad. Dr. Sinha is a visionary leader in education and entrepreneurship. He has reshaped higher education in India and is now setting his sights on the entire world.Dr. Sinha shares how his upbringing, his father and

How Indian Roots, Bullying and Academic Excellence Shaped White House Leadership with Dr. Ashish Jha, Dean of Brown University School of Public Health and Former White House COVID-19 Coordinato

Nov 10 2024 45 mins  
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ashish Jha, former White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator and Dean of the Brown University School of Public Health. Dr. Jha shares his inspiring journey from growing up in a small village in Bihar, India, to being asked by the President of the United States to join his administration. He also opens up about facing racism in high school and ho

The Power of Decision-Making in High-Stakes Environments with Mamta Patel Nagaraja

Oct 07 2024 64 mins  
Community is the foundation on which success is built. A strong support network opens opportunities and helps us overcome even the most challenging adversity.On this episode, I’m joined by Mamta Patel Nagaraja, Associate Chief Scientist for Exploration and Applied Research at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, to explore her unconventional journey from

From NIT Kurukshetra to IBM Fellow: An Inspiring Journey with Dr. Ruchir Puri Chief Scientist of IBM Research; IBM Fellow; VP of IBM Corporate Technology

Sep 09 2024 65 mins  
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist of IBM Research, IBM Fellow, and Vice President of IBM Technology & Technical Community. Dr. Puri shares his journey from Kurukshetra’s National Institute of Technology to spearheading innovations at IBM, reflecting on how his early fascination with electronics and mathematics shaped his career. It’s a story

Lessons in Resilience and Innovation From Media Veteran Raju Narisetti

Jul 26 2024 58 mins  
Success is not a straight line; it's about seizing opportunities and learning at every step.In this episode, I’m joined by Raju Narisetti, Leader, Global Publishing at McKinsey & Company. Raju’s 33-year career spans media and publishing across continents, from launching Mint in India to The Wall Street Journal. His unconventional journey from Hyderabad to leading glob

Discovering Leadership and Family Perspectives with Sonalee Parekh of RingCentral

Jul 18 2024 55 mins  
Community is the foundation on which success is built. A strong support network opens opportunities and helps us overcome even the most challenging adversity.In this episode, I’m joined by Sonalee Parekh, Chief Financial Officer of RingCentral, a large software company. Sonalee has held leadership roles at Hewlett Packard, served on several boards and has over a 20-year career on

The Evolution of AI in Financial Services Explored by Dr. Prem Natarajan

Jun 17 2024 70 mins  
Community is the foundation on which success is built. A strong support network opens opportunities and helps us overcome even the most challenging adversity.On this episode, I’m joined by Prem Natarajan, Chief Scientist, EVP, and Head of Enterprise Data and AI at Capital One, to explore his journey from Chennai to leading AI initiatives at a major financial services company.Key

The Journey of Breaking Barriers in Venture Capital with Shruti Gandhi

Jun 07 2024 42 mins  
Success in the business world often hinges on one’s ability to solve problems and navigate challenges. This week, I’m joined by Shruti Gandhi, General Partner and Founding Engineer of Array Ventures and Commissioner of the San Francisco Employees' Retirement System. Shruti shares her inspiring journey from working at IBM to leading a venture capital firm focused on enterprise d