Our Strategic Alliances
Mr. Vishal Shah
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Synersoft Technologies
Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder, United SMEs
Mr. Vishal Shah brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the information technology sector, with a strong track record in innovation, strategic execution, and value creation. As Co-founder and CEO of Synersoft Technologies, he has led the company since 2008 in delivering high-impact, cost-effective IT solutions designed specifically for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across India and global markets.
In addition to his role at Synersoft, Mr. Vishal Shah also serves as the CEO and Co-founder of United SMEs, an initiative focused on empowering and enabling SMEs through collaborative platforms, knowledge sharing, and accessible technology solutions.
An Engineer by qualification, CFA charterholder, and dual postgraduate in Marketing and Finance, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen. His strengths span product development, strategic planning, investor relations, and technology commercialization.
Under his leadership, Synersoft’s flagship solution, BLACKbox, has earned multiple industry accolades for its innovation in data protection, IT standardization, and information security. Across both organizations, Mr. Vishal Shah remains committed to driving inclusive growth and competitive advantage for the SME sector.
Monica Gupta
Startup & Investment Ecosystem Partner
Monica Gupta is an investment professional with Early Seed Ventures, focused on supporting early-stage and growth-oriented businesses in accessing capital and strengthening their strategic foundations.
With a strong understanding of the startup and investment ecosystem, she engages with founders and leadership teams on areas such as investor readiness, market alignment, and long-term value creation. As a Growth & Strategic Partner, Monica contributes to enabling funding access, fostering strategic relationships, and supporting structured business progression.
She is recognised for her analytical approach and ecosystem perspective, bringing together capital, networks, and strategic insight to support organizations in building sustainable and well-governed enterprises.
Our Partners
Srikanthan Kumarasamy (aka Srikanth)
Founder & Head Coach, Guiding Light Coaching Services
Srikanth is a leadership coach and former IT industry executive with 20+ years of experience at global firms including Hays PLC (UK), Samsung, and Microsoft. He led the launch and growth of Hays India to over 500 employees and played a key role in establishing Samsung SDS in India. At Microsoft, he managed several strategic initiatives, including the ‘Campus to Corporate’ program.
In 2020, after years of corporate and startup experience, Srikanth founded Guiding Light Coaching Services, offering personal and professional development through coaching and workshops. He currently coaches entrepreneurs and founders, and mentors over 150 coaches in achieving their ICF credentials via the portfolio path.
He holds a B.Tech (Hons.) from IIT Kharagpur and is a Master Certified Coach (MCC) with the International Coaching Federation.
Cathy Takiguchi
Corporate Sales & Learning Development Specialist
( Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan )
Cathy Takiguchi brings over 20 years of corporate sales experience, with a strong focus on leadership, communication, and curriculum development across Japan and the APAC region. Known for her charismatic and engaging delivery style, she specializes in designing and facilitating impactful training programs that drive results.
Leveraging proven educational frameworks such as ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, and Glasser’s Choice Theory, Cathy adopts an Instructor-Led, Participant-Centered approach. Her programs are designed to foster active engagement, peer collaboration, and real-world application—empowering learners to adapt, adopt, and apply new skills with confidence.
She has partnered with several Fortune 500 companies across industries including hospitality, multi-level marketing, retail, and digital marketing. Cathy has also led global initiatives in collaboration with teams across EMEA and North America, delivering training in leadership development, sales performance, and soft skills.
Angela M. Kazazian
CEO, AMK Consulting (Greater Boston)
Angela Kazazian is a dynamic leader and CEO of AMK Consulting, bringing over 25 years of global entrepreneurial experience to leadership training, executive coaching, and performance development. Her expertise spans sales, communication, emotional intelligence, customer service, and talent management.
Angela has successfully partnered with clients across North and South America, Europe, and Asia—including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, England, Japan, China, Singapore, India, Australia, and the Philippines. She has worked across diverse sectors such as Life Sciences, Technology, Construction, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, and Utilities.
Certified in Leadership Coaching, BTS Leadership Simulation, and Everything DiSC Programs, Angela delivers practical, impactful solutions that drive measurable results. Beyond her professional work, she is an active volunteer and community leader, having contributed her expertise to schools, churches, and served as President of a local college’s Parents Association.
Priya Amin
Priya Amin brings over 20 years of multifaceted experience across operations, customer service, project management, and marketing. As the Operations Head at Rohi Global Consulting, she leads strategic initiatives, streamlines processes, and drives business growth through effective team leadership and client-focused solutions. Her previous roles include Project Manager at Leadstart Publishing, where she oversaw cross-functional teams and end-to-end publishing projects, and Customer Relations Executive at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where she managed service operations and client engagement across multiple divisions. Earlier in her career, she held key customer service and coordination roles at 3Global Services and Links Coordination, gaining valuable experience in client relations, logistics, and production planning. Priya has also contributed to marketing efforts at Devnika Pvt. Ltd. and administrative operations at Flora Marketing. Her dedication to excellence and continuous improvement is reflected in every role she undertakes and she remains steadfast in her dedication to making a meaningful impact through community service.
Andrew Terhan
Business Transformation & Sales Enablement Consultant
Sydney, Australia
Andrew Terhan is a business transformation expert and sales enablement consultant with over 25 years of experience in IT and telecommunications, including 15+ years with global companies like IBM, Oracle, SAP, Samsung, and Trend Micro. He specializes in aligning sales strategies, enhancing team performance, and driving growth.
With global experience across APAC, Europe, and the BRIC regions, Andrew delivers practical, high-impact solutions in sales enablement, strategic selling, go-to-market planning, and channel development. He is also an experienced coach, facilitator, and trainer, known for motivating teams and leading change.
