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As an entrepreneur and the Founder and President of Texila American University, Mr. Saju Bhaskar has a deep understanding of the challenges of leading a major educational institution.

His leadership skills, technological prowess and stewardship has strengthened Texila’s culture of innovation. With his futuristic leadership, he has expanded the university’s verticals and enhanced its global reach over the years.

Mr. Bhaskar oversees the development, planning, target setting, auditing and reviewing processes of the entire congregation. With his impeccable work ethics, he has inculcated a strong value system in the organization.

Mrs. Chithra Lakshmi has been instrumental in Texila’s growth from conception to reality.

With her vast experience in the field of Finance, HR, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership and Gap Analysis & Planning, Mrs. Lakshmi has played a vital role in devising the university’s vision and strategy.

Mrs. Lakshmi oversees the Global Accounting and Finance Operations in Guyana, India, China, Philippines, Hong Kong, USA and UAE.

As the Executive Vice-President of Texila American University Group, Mrs. Lakshmi also facilitates smooth and flawless functioning of day-to-day activities of the organization.

Established Professional with nearly 18 years of experience; targeting strategic assignments in Strategic Planning & Business Development in the K-12, Higher Education and Professional Training sectors globally. In the last 18 years I have worked on projects with focus on Education Administration, Higher Education Development, University Brand Management, Affiliation & Accreditation, Institutional Alliances, Business Development, Startup Management and Higher Education Startup.

Dr. Dheeraj Bansal is a respected academic with over two decades of experience in the healthcare field. He is adept at providing academic and technical guidance to students and the institution at large. In his previous roles he has been instrumental in overseeing the functioning of the intuition as a member of the Executive Committee and has also served as a key member of the Quality Assurance Committee. As a skilled administrator, academic and leader, Dr. Dheeraj comes with a unique skillset that will be influential in the institution’s growth going forward.

Dr. Hugh K. Duckworth has more than 30 years of experience in a variety of high intensity crisis intervention, management and leadership role. He is a disciplined, committed and responsive individual with strong interpersonal skills that are complementary to results based problem-solving orientation. He has expertise in analysis, interpretation and presentation of complex medical data. Dr. Duckworth comes with a unique background of clinical, management, educational, and leadership experiences.

Mr. Kumar brings more than 20 years of experience in the international higher education and offshore medical school sector. He was instrumental in the establishment of multiple Caribbean medical schools and served in various capacities, including as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President. In his early career days, he also worked with Bank of America as a Business Analyst in the Wealth and Investment Management team. Syam’s experience in higher education includes Finance, Admissions, Accreditation, and Operations. Mr. Kumar completed his MS from Texas A&M University, USA, and MBA from Bharatiar University, India. He is also a certified Accreditation Compliance Officer from the Distance Education and Training Council, USA.

Prof. (Dr.) Ajay Kumar Poddar, current Vice Chancellor of Texila American University, boasts over three decades of dedicated service to education. Holding a PhD in Management with a focus on digital marketing’s efficacy in universities, alongside qualifications in M.Com, PGDM, and an MBA in Marketing, his expertise is extensive. Prof. Poddar has excelled in academia, holding esteemed positions in national and international universities and earning recognition as a distinguished academic leader. Notable accolades include being honoured as one of India’s most impactful Vice Chancellors and receiving the Asia Africa Development Council Excellence Award for his contributions to education and IT implementation. He shares his knowledge through lectures on management topics and prolific research, with publications in esteemed international journals. Prof. Poddar’s influence extends globally as a keynote speaker and mentor to numerous master’s and PhD students. Beyond his professional pursuits, he is actively involved in philanthropy and social causes, embodying a holistic approach to leadership and societal impact.