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Our alumni carry the Dalmian connection into every industry, venture and milestone they shape. This space celebrates their journeys, achievements and the network that keeps every Dalmian connected.

Our Alumni

Leadership Series

Explore the achievements of our distinguished alumni who are making an impact across industries from finance and analytics to entrepreneurship and global leadership.

Binal Shah

Binal Shah

  • Organization – Macmerise
  • Designation – CMO
  • Batch - 2006-2008

“In a world that refuses to stand still, leadership is not about holding on to what worked yesterday. It’s about having the courage to question it. A true entrepreneur stays curious, embraces change before it’s comfortable, and keeps experimenting until something extraordinary emerges. Progress belongs to those who are fearless enough to evolve.”

Mr. Darshan Gole

Mr. Darshan Gole

  • Organization – BNY
  • Designation – Vice President
  • Batch - 2009-11

Experienced investment management professional with over 15 years of expertise in responsible investment, passive indexing, risk management, equity research, data analytics, and process optimization. Darshan Joined MMS, Finanace in 2009 - 2011. He is now manages workflows for index analysis, corporate actions, trade execution, reporting, and portfolio oversight

Mr. Milind Kharkar

Mr. Milind Kharkar

  • Organization – ACI Worldwide
  • Designation – Director and Head of Demand Generation and Marketing
  • Batch - 1997-99

Over 29 years of experience in enterprise technology marketing, a seasoned marketing leader based in London, UK, passionate about driving transformational change and building organizational competencies. Milind joined the MMS Programme in 1997 – 1999

Miss. Munmun Desai

Miss. Munmun Desai

  • Organization – Folo
  • Designation – Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder

A seasoned leader and strategist with a rich history in the financial sector. Recognised with the "40 under 40 Investment Professional" award and named one of the "Top 100 Women in Finance" by AIWMI. CEO Insight India Magazine acknowledged as one of the "Top 10 Women Leaders in Finance.

Miss. Archana Kulkarni

Miss. Archana Kulkarni

  • Organization – GSK
  • Designation – Director Market Research & Business Performance

I bring 18 years of experience in Market research, Consumer insights, and Business performance—starting my career in media and later pivoting into FMCG and healthcare leadership roles. I’ve driven strategic impact across PepsiCo, Unilever, Sony Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Discovery by leading insights transformations, shaping portfolio and brand strategies, and accelerating growth through agile and AI‑led research. At GSK, I lead Market Research & Business Performance, using advanced analytics, MMM, and AI‑driven market research to deliver faster insights and sharpen commercial effectiveness. I’m passionate about turning complex data into decisive action and building high‑performing teams that unlock sustainable business growth.

Mr. Vinay Sakur

Mr. Vinay Sakur

  • Organization – Namah Chemtrade FZE
  • Designation – Company Owner

Vinay handles the Trading - Petrochemicals & Petroleum of Namah Chemtrade FZE at Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Mr. Hrishikesh G. Bhatjiwale

Mr. Hrishikesh G. Bhatjiwale

  • Organization – Horeca and Institutions at STORIA FOODS
  • Designation – Regional Sales Manager

"Have worked with all the major Modern trade , Retail , Institutional and HORECA Segments in Mumbai.

Was instrumental in creating the INSTITUTIONAL divison in AMUL ( Mumbai). Have worked in Launching butter,margarine , cheese and other dairy products in Flight Kitchens , BVO - Navy Canteen , Incs ( Colaba). Have organized Food meets with renowned Chefs in Mumbai by associating with WICA ( Western India Culinary association). During my experience down the years , I have made contacts with purchase heads of hotels. Appointed the biggest Distributors specially for Horeca and also worked closely with them to increase sales in Horeca Have worked with Railways , Corporates and Food Companies like Sodexo etc. I have a good knowledge of how the business operates in the Institution , Horeca and General trade segments."

Our Alumni

Connect With Alumni

Explore the achievements of our distinguished alumni who are making an impact across industries-from finance and analytics to entrepreneurship and global leadership.

Niju

Niju Ebenezer

Group HR Head, Entero Healthcare Ltd

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Nikesh

Nikesh Sheth

Head of Finance, Imaginarium

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Nishant

Nishant Tiwari

AVP, Citi Bank (Dubai)

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Rahul

Rahul Popat

Partner - Private Banking, IDFC FIRST Bank

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Himanshu

Himanshu Singhal

Founder & Managing Partner, Parami Capital Advisors & Holdings

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Arzoo

Aarzoo Khandelwal

Head Investor Relations, National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL)

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Semina

Semina Sodawala

Assistant Vice President, Accenture

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Tejas

Tejas Fadia

Co-Founder and Director, Teravista.io Private Limited

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Durwang

Durwang Sawant

Chief Business Officer, Cready (formerly SwitchMyLoan)

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Chrisanne

Chrisanne Chandy

Marketing Consultant, Self Employed

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Global Alumni Network

Our true legacy lies in our 9,000+ alumni who excel across various fields worldwide, from boardrooms to startups, academia to global enterprises.

Real Stories From Our Alumni-On How NLDIMSR Helped Them Chart Their Path, Face Challenges And Achieve Success In The World Of Business And Beyond

Darshan

My journey at N. L. Dalmia Institute equipped me with the key skills and confidence to build a career in finance, despite coming from an engineering background. The guidance of professors with rich industry experience, combined with a rigorous curriculum and case-based learning, gave me practical insights into real-world challenges. Beyond academics, the institute’s activities, seminars, and group projects provided opportunities to apply concepts, collaborate, and develop leadership skills. This holistic experience at N. L. Dalmia laid the foundation for my professional journey across equity research, indexing, and responsible investing.

NLDIMSR transformed my engineering background into a successful global finance career.

- Darshan Gole

Vice President - BNY

Milind

Over the past 25 years, N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research has truly built a legacy of excellence. Whenever I meet our alumni across the globe, a common thread stands out - their ability to scale new heights in their careers. They consistently attribute this success to the rich knowledge and invaluable experiences gained during their two transformative years at the institute.
With one of the finest Bloomberg labs and a diverse set of innovative teaching methodologies, the institute has nurtured and shaped global managers. I feel immense pride in being associated with NLDIMSR - not only as a member of the founder batch but also later as a coach and mentor. It has been a privilege to witness and contribute to this remarkable journey.

NLDIMSR shaped my journey from a student to a global marketing leader driving transformation across enterprises.

- Milind Kharkar

Director and Head of Demand Generation and Marketing - ACI Worldwide

“My time at NLDIMSR has been truly special and has shaped me in more ways than I can count. The discipline I developed here gave me focus, while the depth of learning made me curious to keep exploring. Working with my peers taught me the real meaning of teamwork, where every idea mattered. The faculty were always more than teachers – they became mentors and sounding boards who patiently guided us. What I value the most is how the institute rooted us in ethics and values, reminding me that success means little without integrity”.

From learning and mentorship to ethics and teamwork, NLDIMSR played a defining role in shaping Gaurav Jain’s professional journey.

- Gaurav Jain

Director - Avendus Capital Limited

“Looking back at my time in NLDIMSR, what stands out is the balance — great learning, approachable faculty, and a campus life that gave me both professional growth and personal memories I’ll always carry with me”.

At NLDIMSR, Munmun Desai found the perfect balance of learning, mentorship and campus life — experiences that continue to inspire her leadership journey today.

- Munmun Desai

Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder , FOLO

"The world is changing very fast. Big will not beat small anymore. It will be the fast beating the slow.”

My MBA from Dalmia shaped this mindset early in my career — teaching me agility, strategic thinking, and the confidence to lead with pace and purpose. It laid the foundation for my 18‑year journey from media into FMCG and healthcare leadership, enabling me to drive strategic impact across organisations like PepsiCo, Unilever, Warner Bros. Discovery, Sony Entertainment, and now GSK. That grounding continues to fuel my ability to adapt, stay ahead of change, and build a strong, future‑ready leadership career."

NLDIMSR played a defining role in shaping Archana Kulkarni’s agile mindset and strategic thinking — foundations that continue to power her leadership journey across global brands and healthcare innovation.

- Archana Kulkarni

Director Market Research & Business Performance GSK

Vinay

“The journey at NLDIMSR taught us that success is not only about careers, but also about the people and memories we build along the way.”

For Vinay Sakur, the NLDIMSR journey was not just about building a successful career, but also about creating lasting relationships, experiences, and values that continue to shape his entrepreneurial path today.

- Vinay Sakur

Company Owner of Namah Chemtrade FZE

Hrishikesh

"Result oriented professional with over 20 years of experience in various functions of Business & Retail Operations. Extensive experience with highly engineered systems, which require deep understanding of critical business drivers in multiple markets and industry verticals like Consumer Durables & FMCG Industry. Since June 2022 “ National Manager– Emerging Channel ” with Storia Foods Pvt ltd.

Career has been involved in working with Food Companies and revolved around the sales , marketing and channel development functions. Thorough knowledge of Institutions and A Class outlets with personal relationships with Purchase departments, Directors ( Food & Beverage) and Chefs of major Hotels. Always worked closely with the sales team , keeping targets and their growth in mind."

With over two decades of experience across sales, retail operations, and HORECA channels, Hrishikesh Bhatjiwale’s journey reflects the strong industry understanding, relationship-building, and growth-oriented mindset shaped during his time at NLDIMSR.

- Hrishikesh G. Bhatjiwale

Regional Sales Manager Horeca and Institutions at STORIA FOODS

Our Events

Reunite, Reflect, Reconnect

Join alumni networking events, regional meet-ups and guests sessions. Stay connected with fellow dalmians and grow your professional circle.

Bangalore Alumni Meet 2025

Bangalore Alumni Meet 2025

30th August, 2025

The Bangalore Alumni Meet 2025 was successfully organized on 30th August 2025 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Bengaluru.

Inaugural Pune Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

Inaugural Pune Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

12th August, 2025

The Pune Chapter of the Graphic Era Alumni Association was officially inaugurated with a memorable alumni meet held at The Westin, Pune, on the evening of 12th July 2025.

USA Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

USA Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

28th June, 2025

The N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management and Research proudly organized the USA Alumni Chapter Meet 2025 at the prestigious New York Hilton Midtown, located in the heart of Manhattan.

Canada Alumni Meet 2025

Canada Alumni Meet 2025

27th June, 2025

The N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research proudly hosted the Canada Alumni Chapter Meet in the vibrant city of Toronto.

Europe Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

Europe Alumni Chapter Meet 2025

24th January, 2025

N. L. Dalmia Institute’s first-ever Europe Alumni Chapter Meet was held on 24 January 2025 at The Taj St. James Court, London.

UAE Alumni Chapter Meet 2024

UAE Alumni Chapter Meet 2024

15th November, 2024

We are delighted to share the success of the UAE Alumni Chapter Meet 2024, held on 15th November at The Taj Hotel, Burj Khalifa Street, Dubai.

Alumni Meet 2024

Alumni Meet 2024

24th August, 2024

On the 24th of August 2024, the N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research (NLDIMSR) proudly marked the Silver Jubilee of its inaugural class of 1997-99 at the Jio World Convention Centre during the Alumni Meet…

N L Dalmia Institute's Yearly Alumni Meet

N L Dalmia Institute's Yearly Alumni Meet

24th August, 2024

To take a walk down the corridors of nostalgia, the N. L. Dalmia alumni meet is being organized every year for full-time as well as part-time students.

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 3

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 3

8th January, 2022

The Senior Virtual Alumni Meet was held on 8th January 2022 to catch up & reconnect with our beloved alumni.

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 2

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 2

14th August, 2021

The Virtual Alumni Meet held on 14 August 2021 was to catch up & reconnect with our beloved Alumni.

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 1

Virtual Alumni Meet Series - 1

7th August, 2021

The Virtual Alumni Meet held on 7 August 2021 had just one purpose- to catch up & reconnect with our beloved Alumni.

Virtual Alumni Meet – 1

Virtual Alumni Meet – 1

23rd April, 2021

“A trip to nostalgia now and then is good for the spirit!”

Virtual Alumni Meet Series

Virtual Alumni Meet Series

12th February, 2021

Once again it’s time to reunite. So let’s recollect, reminisce and remember, shaping today with the days gone by. Let’s remake memories anew by not only remembering them but living them yet another time.

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Niju

Niju Ebenezer

Group HR Head, Entero Healthcare Ltd

PGDM Human Resources, Class of 2013 - 2015

Areas Of Expertise

Talent, Leadership & Culture

Niju is a Group HR Leader with rich experience partnering with CEO and senior leadership teams to build scalable people, leadership, and culture systems across healthcare, pharma, and retail organizations—spanning new-age, promoter-driven, and professionally managed enterprises.

Interestingly, while Niju began his professional journey with a strong enthusiasm for marketing, his entry into HR happened almost by accident. What started as an unexpected turn soon became a deeply fulfilling career choice,driven by the realization that HR uniquely touches every individual in an organization and shapes outcomes far beyond functions.

Niju thrives on translating business strategy into HR strategy, designing initiatives that attract, develop, and retain talent. He has successfully navigated complex roles by blending business acumen, people understanding, and stakeholder management while collaborating closely with seasoned leaders and large teams.

Currently at Entero, Niju is part of the core leadership team driving the company’s scale-up journey and is proud to contribute to one of India’s youngest listed organizations. What drives him every day is the opportunity to create larger impact—believing that HR is not about HR itself, but about creating value for all stakeholders: employees, customers, investors, and communities.

Nikesh

Nikesh Sheth

Head of Finance, Imaginarium

PGDBM, Finance Class of 2008 - 2010

Areas Of Expertise

Finance and Strategy

Worked for 15 years in startups and corporate. Presently heading finance for global manufacturing as a copilot with the leadership team.

Nishant

Nishant Tiwari

AVP, Citi Bank (Dubai)

MMS, Finance Class of 2017 - 2019

Areas Of Expertise

Banking

Enthusiastic Credit Underwriter offering 7+years of experience in determining risk through effective financial document analysis. Sharp and highly trained in Corporate Banking products with a desire to work for a leading bank.

Rahul

Rahul Popat

Partner - Private Banking, IDFC FIRST Bank

PGDBM, Finanace Class of 2006 - 2008

Areas Of Expertise

Banking

Himanshu

Himanshu Singhal

Founder & Managing Partner, Parami Capital Advisors & Holdings

MMS, Finance Class of 2001 - 2003

Areas Of Expertise

Finance

Himanshu is a Post Graduate in Management Studies specialising in finance and a certified treasury manager from the ACTM, UK.

Arzoo

Aarzoo Khandelwal

Head Investor Relations, National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL)

PGDBM, Finance Class of 2017 - 2019

Areas Of Expertise

Investment Banking, Investor Relations & Corporate Strategy

Semina

Semina Sodawala

Assistant Vice President, Accenture

MHRDM, HR Class of 2007 - 2010

Areas Of Expertise

HR

 I am a seasoned HR professional with 19+ years of experience in the entire gamut of HR from hire-to-retire processes with a special focus on HR Operations, HR Shared Services, HR Technology implementation and Global HR Program Management

Tejas

Tejas Fadia

Co-Founder and Director, Teravista.io Private Limited

MMS, Marketing 2003 - 2005

Areas Of Expertise

Entrepreneur Principal Business Analyst & Consultant

Tejas Fadia is the Co-Founder of Teravista.io and a management professional with experience in business consulting, enterprise technology, and digital transformation. He specializes in process automation, product strategy, and technology-enabled business solutions, with a strong focus on innovation and operational excellence.

Beyond his professional pursuits, he is an avid reader who enjoys interacting with people, exchanging ideas, and engaging in meaningful conversations. He is also passionate about Hindi music and actively follows a wide range of sports from across the world, reflecting his enthusiasm for continuous learning, teamwork, and diverse perspectives.

Durwang

Durwang Sawant

Chief Business Officer, Cready (formerly SwitchMyLoan)

MMS, Finance Class of 2015 - 2017

Durwang Sawant is a management professional and currently works as a Chief Business Officer With Switch My Loan (A Fintech Start Up) with experience in fintech, data analytics, campaign management, and business operations. Over the years, I have worked on driving data-led decision-making, improving customer journeys, and building effective reporting and performance systems across business functions.

Chrisanne

Chrisanne Chandy

Marketing Consultant, Self Employed

MMS, Marketing Class of 2001 - 2003

Chrisanne Chandy is a Marketing Consultant with over 20 years of experience in Brand strategy, Advertising,  Communications, and storytelling. Having worked across industries including banking, education, loyalty, retail, and advertising, she brings a rich perspective on building brands and creating meaningful audience engagement.