Advisor
A renowned scientist, retired from the post of Chief Scientist & Head of the Minerals Processing Department at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar with over three decades of experience in mineral processing, rural technology development, and business incubation. He has led 100+ R&D projects, developed 18 commercialized technologies, and holds six patents. He also serves in national committees for environment, mining, and material sciences. He is the proud recipient of prestigious Samanta Chandra Sekhar Award (Govt.of Odisha ) and the National Geoscience Award (Govt. Of India ). His vast expertise in science-led rural transformation and livelihood enhancement is instrumental in developing scalable, community-driven solutions for sustainable development.
Advisor
A giant in finance stream brings an extensive experience in banking, impact investing, and social enterprise incubation. He holds a PhD in Banking and Finance from IIT Kharagpur and is currently a Professor at IRMA. He has worked on key projects with NABARD, NCDEX, Niti Aayog, and IFFCO. He has also led IRMA’s Social Enterprise Incubator (ISEED Foundation) and served in national committees in shaping policies for sustainable finance and cooperatives. His expertise is invaluable in the organization for empowering communities.
Director
An ex IRS, post VRS ventured into social entrepreneurship and founded Livelihood Alternatives Pvt ltd and PACE Foundation where PACE Foundation is a not for profit wing of LA . The primary focus of the organisation is on empowering communities in rural areas of Odisha . Besides he is on the board of IRMA-ISEED Foundation and a guest speaker of XLRI Jamshedpur. He is a M.A/ M.Phil in Sociology from JNU & LLB from Delhi University.
Director
M.Sc , MPhil in Chemistry with an entrepreneurial experience of more than 15 years in power sector, she is passionate about several issues. She brings with her knowledge of technology and seeks to integrate such innovations with issues of economic empowerment climate change and rural upliftment.
Director
Ms. Pinky is a social activist and counseling columnist addressing issues like domestic violence and female foeticide. Her 20+ years of leadership enrich PACE Foundation, inspiring young minds through motivational and cultural events like Children’s Theatre for the underprivileged. She was the first Odia girl to win the national reality show “MTV Power in Your Hand Contest” (2006-2007). Academically, she holds a Botany degree, is a qualified lawyer, and a Journalism gold medalist from Utkal University of Culture.
Chief Digital Officer
B.Sc ( physics)& MBA graduate has extensive expertise in digital media with exceptional skills in public relationship which effectively manages stakeholder relationships and fosters collaborative partnerships.
Sr. Manager ( Accounts )
A graduate in commerce with vast experience of more than five years, now using his expertise to manage our accounts and compliances efficiently.
Sr Manager ( Logistics & Admin)
A graduate in political science with rich experience in effective management of all resources across all departments by ensuring smooth operational support in logistics and administration.
Assistant Manager ( Digital Research )
P.G in PMIR with experience to enhance organizational outreach and impact in leveraging technology for rural community development, Youth Engagements that helps streamline processes, improve data management, and bolster our social media presence with innovative digital solutions.
Administrative Assistant
A science graduate , a canvasser passionate about community engagement and outreach with strong communication skills and keen understanding at grass-root level for mobilization and effectively connection with people to raise awareness and support for various causes of the society.
Office Assistant
An ITI certified personnel looking after all day today operations and leveraging the organisation with good team spirit in smooth execution of organisational events .
