- 17
- Episodes
- 5
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- Monthly
- Cadence
- 2024
- First episode
About Avanti: Yes She Can
In India, girls make up 43% of enrolment in STEM courses - one of the highest in the world. Yet, only 27% of them are likely to enter the workforce and often exit these careers earlier than their male peers. Why is that so and what can be done to bridge this gap? These are the questions we set out to tackle in our brand new podcast, Avanti: Yes She Can. From leaders at the helm of multi-billion dollar companies to film directors, comedians and social entrepreneurs, we sit down with some exceptional women as we understand their road to success, the bumps along the way and to take us back in time to their childhood to get to know the girl before the woman. Join Vandana Goyal, co-CEO of Avanti Fellows, and our guests, who prove every day that “yes, she can,” and so can you!
- Publisher
- Avanti Fellows
- Category
- business · education
- Language
- en
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- Yes
- First episode
- 19 Aug 2024
- Latest episode
- 13 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.
13 Oct 2026
“It’s less a love story and more a buddy system: you watch my back, I watch yours” - Captain Shanthi S and Captain Shekar Kameneni
On this episode, Vandana is joined by one of the very first female officers of the Indian Armed Forces, Captain Shanthi S, and her husband (and former coursemate) Captain Shekar Kameneni. They share their journey from serving in the Indian Army to building careers and a life rooted in partnership, resilience, and mutual respect. From being part of the first cohort of women officers to navigating transitions into the corporate world, their story is one of breaking barriers, the importance of empathy in leadership and redefining roles at work and at home. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
6 Oct 2026
“Having women around me with a voice, agency, and impact has been my default” - Rujuta Diwekar and Gaurav Punj
On this episode of Avanti Yes She Can, Vandana is joined by one of India’s leading nutrition experts and health advocates, Rujuta Diwekar and her husband, founder of Connect With Himalaya, Gaurav Punj. Rujuta and Gaurav tell Vandana about their own career journeys and their love story – unconventional, but true to them. They also talk about the role of family, environment, and opportunity in shaping success, and reflect on what young people – especially girls – need to know about ambition, agency, and choosing the right partner in life. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
12 Jul 2026
“Allyship is empathy accompanied by action” - Parmesh Shahani and Supriya Nair
On this episode, co-host of the show, Akshay Saxena, talks to his good friends and allies – Head of the Godrej DEI Lab and best-selling author, Parmesh Shahani and journalist and Head, Research and Media at the Godrej Foundation and Godrej DEI Lab, Supriya Nair. Parmesh and Supriya talk about the importance of diversity and inclusion in workplaces, what it means to be a good ally and how with true allyship, the utopia of equity need not be a distant dream but an achievable reality. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
14 Jun 2026
“Women can have it all” - Kalpana Morparia
On this episode of Avanti Yes She Can, Vandana is joined by one of the most influential women in banking in India – Kalpana Morparia. With a 40 year career working for the likes of ICICI Bank and JPMorgan, Kalpana has helped build the foundation of modern banking in India. She talks to Vandana about her expansive career across the two banking institutions, the lessons she learned as one of the first woman leaders in the industry and her advice to young working women on striking a work-life balance. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
31 May 2026
“A soulmate doesn’t have to be a romantic partner, it can be your best friend” - Kaneez Surka and Vandana Goyal
Kicking off a brand new season of Avanti: Yes She Can, Vandana switches things around. In this episode, she’s passing the mic to Avanti alum, Priyanka Palshetkar, as she takes a seat in the guest chair alongside her friend – comedian, actor and producer, Kaneez Surka. Together, they talk to Priyanka about supporting each other through hardships, laughing at inside jokes even twenty years later and what it really means to show up for one another. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
25 May 2026
Avanti: Yes She Can! Season 2
Avanti: Yes She Can is back with a brand new season! Last season, our host and co-CEO of Avanti Fellows, Vandana Goyal, spoke to inspiring women who’ve worked their way to the top and built something from nothing. Yet, when we talk about success, it’s hardly ever achieved without the support of those around you – to be precise, without allyship. Joining Vandana this season is her co-host, co-CEO and ally Akshay Saxena. Together they will be talking to successful women and to the allies that have supported them along the way. CREDITS: Hosts & Creative Directors: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/), Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Project Manager: Anushree Majumdar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anushree-majumdar-9074125/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchi-sawardekar/) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile), Nihar Temkar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihartemkar/) Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishnu-guha-ba8773338/) Production Coordinator: Natasha Vakil (https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashavakil/) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Production Assistant: Eshwari Sajjan, Deepika Gudageri Studio: R&B Studios (https://www.instagram.com/rbstudios.in/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
27 Nov 2024
“If you quit, who's going to lose?” - Shar Dubey
Shar Dubey, former Match Group CEO, shares her insights on empowering women in STEM, emphasizing the importance of leveraging strengths and identifying unique superpowers to succeed in underrepresented fields.
20 Nov 2024
“The more work you do, the better you're going to get.” - Anu Menon
Award-winning film director and writer Anu Menon shares her insights on overcoming obstacles and inspiring the next generation of female filmmakers in India.
13 Nov 2024
“Your ethic is doing your best in your own eyes.” - Prashasti Singh
Prashasti Singh is a standup comic who came from the small town of Amethi, and claimed fame with Comicstaan. Prashasti opens up about her start at Indian Institute of Management to making the bold leap into the world of comedy. She talks to Vandana about how no matter what career path we choose, showing up and giving it our best shot is vital. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
23 Oct 2024
“You can do what you set your mind to.” - Noorain Khan
Noorain Khan, the daughter of Pakistani immigrants, has risen to become the first Muslim American to serve as the National President of Girl Scouts of the USA. With a successful career in corporate law, non-profits, and public policy, Vandana explores Noorain’s story and how it reminds us that we can achieve anything we set our mind to, as long as we believe in our capabilities. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
16 Oct 2024
“Champion your daughter as you champion your son.” - Meena Lakdawala-Flynn
Meena Lakdawala-Flynn shares her journey from being a talented young gymnast dreaming of Olympic glory, to her influential role as the Partner & Co-Head of Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs. She talks to Vandana about her upbringing as the daughter of first-generation Indian immigrants in Texas, who supported her every dream; and emphasises the need to inspire our daughters to pursue their own paths to success. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
9 Oct 2024
“Give it a shot, you'll get a lot of support around you.” - Paulomi Shah
Paulomi Shah is a Partner & Head of Enterprise Risk and Trade Operations at Apollo Global Management, a firm that has $28.41 billion in net assets. As a naturally curious and determined student, Paulomi's passion for learning led her to Barnard College at Columbia University. Having spent several years in the banking sector with firms like JP Morgan and HSBC, Paulomi reflects on her career and talks to Vandana about being proactive and embracing new experiences that help you build confidence in your capabilities. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
2 Oct 2024
“It was necessary for me to fly out the nest to know I could fly on my own.” - Gayatri Shenai
Gayatri Shenai is a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company. Growing up with a twin brother, Gayatri’s parents ensured both their children were treated equally - a value that has shaped her into the person she is today. As a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Gayatri has conducted research on women's advancement in the workplace and spearheaded an annual conference for women executives in tech and operations. She talks to Vandana about how her father fostered her love for problem solving, the three skills she relies on to make sure her opinions are always heard, and why she believes women will play a pivotal role in the future of tech. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
25 Sept 2024
“One thing my parents did, they never compromised on my education." - Ruchi Sankhe
Ruchi Sankhe is the founder of Infinity Investment Advisors and LuxeList. Born to grandparents who were refugees from Pakistan, Ruchi's early years were spent constantly moving across India. Despite the challenges, she excelled academically, earning a Master’s in Finance in the USA, where less than 10% of her class were women. With a career spanning nearly three decades in wealth management, Ruchi shares her insights on building a diverse skill set with our host and co-CEO of Avanti Fellows, Vandana Goyal. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
18 Sept 2024
“Everyone can take steps towards creating the future that they want.” - Sumitra Pasupathy
Sumitra Pasupathy is a Malaysian engineer turned social entrepreneur, who went from a boisterous girl in convent school, to winning a British Council scholarship to attend the prestigious Cambridge University. Starting from her role as a founder of Playeum, an NGO focused on children's play and education, Sumitra talks to Vandana about what we can do to help women overcome cultural barriers in their pursuit of STEM education and careers. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
11 Sept 2024
“For women and girls, this is your time, this is your era” - Jyoti Chopra
In the first episode, Jyoti Chopra, currently the Chief People, Inclusion, and Sustainability Officer at MGM Resorts International, shares her transformation from a shy young girl to a leader of a billion-dollar company. She reflects on how her immigrant parents shaped her work ethic and how her time at the United Nations drove her to make real change in the world. As one of the few women in America to hold a C-suite role, Jyoti also discusses what it will take to see more women in positions of leadership. CREDITS: Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-goyal-a124b630/) Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-sahu/) Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayasaxena/) Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joash-cornelius-455538151/) This is a Maed in India (https://www.maedinindia.in/) production. Producer: Sean D’mello (https://in.linkedin.com/in/sean-d-mello-33006a44?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile&original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fin.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkartik-kulkarni-441b9329%3Ftrk%3Dpublic_profile_browsemap-profile) Co-producer: Meghna Gulati (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnagulati/) Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshisamant/) Production Assistants: Tanuja M S & Aishwarya Patil (Avanti Fellows Alums) Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni (https://in.linkedin.com/in/kartik-kulkarni-441b9329?trk=public_profile_browsemap-profile) Show Artwork: Alika Gupta (https://www.instagram.com/capefoxalix/) Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas (https://in.linkedin.com/in/maemariyam?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F) Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fanthome-b175b4146/) Studio: Island City Studios (https://www.instagram.com/studioislandcity/) Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
19 Aug 2024
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“There is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women” -- Kofi Annan, former UN Secretary-General (May 2016) Education non-profit Avanti Fellows works to help young Indian students - especially girls- lift themselves and their families out of poverty in a single generation through access to quality careers in STEM. In this podcast, join Vandana Goyal, co-CEO of Avanti Fellows, as she explores the journey of powerful women who left a lasting impact in their industries, to inspire future generations of young girls. New episodes are released every week. Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student (https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student)
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