leadership
Kali Prasad
Founder & Director
Kali Prasad Gadiraju is the Chairman of EThames College, Hyderabad, Future Learning Institute, Qubit AI Technologies and Nandaka Entertainment Technologies.
His professional career spans over 35 years, and he has recently retired from Ernst & Young as the Area Managing Partner, after playing various leadership roles for more than 23 years in the organization.
Kali is quite passionate about making a difference in the higher education space, particularly in bridging the gap between university education and the corporate world. He works closely with industry to identify their continuously evolving talent requirements and build courses and programs for upskilling, reskilling and leadership development.
Ramakanth T
Co-Founder & Director
Ramakanth Thumrugoti, CMD at RBC Worldwide, a brand development and management company, has launched close to 1000 brands in the lifesciences, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and retail sectors over a span of ~25 years.
An artist at heart, he has honed his appreciation and understanding of international art through decades of study, observation and practice.
As an art theoretician, he has founded and contributed extensively to the Transcend Art Movement. Transcend Art reflects the artist’s muse.
He firmly believes design thinking is the next revolution.
Srinivasarao Patturu
Executive Director and Dean
Srinivasarao Patturu, popularly known as Vaasu or Sri, is a seasoned professional with over 36 years of experience in the field of design and innovation. His extensive expertise encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including Business Design, Design Strategy, Brand Design, Service Design, Experience Design, Industrial Design, and Design Facilitation.
As the visionary founder of W H Y L A B, Vaasu leads a dedicated team that practises planet-centric Design & innovation frameworks, placing strong emphasis on sustainability, inclusivity, and social responsibility. Their collective goal is to shape a better future through innovative design solutions that not only address the needs of people but also have a positive impact on the planet.
Combining his unparalleled design expertise with a strategic vision, Vaasu is passionate about creating a brighter and more promising future through his work. His dedication to the principles of sustainability and responsible design sets him apart as a true pioneer in the industry.
