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    Dr. KV Narayanaswamy
    Registrar
Dr. K.V. Narayanaswamy, Registrar, brings over 30 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership in Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering. A Ph.D. holder from Visvesvaraya Technological University with expertise in Wireless and Mobile Ad-Hoc Networks, he has served in esteemed institutions like PES University and Ramaiah University, and as Principal of KSIT and Atria Institute of Technology.

He has participated in international collaborations, including under the UKIERI scheme, working with Coventry University and the University of Bahrain. His research focuses on next-generation wireless communications, sensor networks, and automotive communication protocols. With 23 publications in peer-reviewed journals and extensive industry engagement through training programs for organizations like Tata Motors, WIPRO, and Mahindra, he seamlessly bridges academia and industry.
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    Vijai Simha
    Dean of Academics & Director of the Center of Excellence (CoE) for Connected Intelligence
Vijai Simha brings over 25 years of industry expertise to Atria University, specialising in IoT, embedded systems, digital signal processing, telecommunication, and Android systems software development. His distinguished career includes leadership roles at Amazon Development Centre (India) and Sasken Technologies Limited, where he excelled in high-impact positions. Vijai's extensive background in technology consulting, entrepreneurship, and corporate training adds further depth to his profile.

With a proven track record in managing large engineering programs and a deep understanding of technical competency development in niche engineering domains, Vijai is set to enhance our academic standards and drive innovation at Atria University.
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    Vijai Simha
    Dean of Academics & Director of the Center of Excellence (CoE) for Connected Intelligence
Vijai Simha brings over 25 years of industry expertise to Atria University, specialising in IoT, embedded systems, digital signal processing, telecommunication, and Android systems software development. His distinguished career includes leadership roles at Amazon Development Centre (India) and Sasken Technologies Limited, where he excelled in high-impact positions. Vijai's extensive background in technology consulting, entrepreneurship, and corporate training adds further depth to his profile.

With a proven track record in managing large engineering programs and a deep understanding of technical competency development in niche engineering domains, Vijai is set to enhance our academic standards and drive innovation at Atria University.
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    Santosh Kanekar
    CEO - Atria Education
Santosh Kanekar, CEO of Atria Education, the parent organization of Atria University, is an alumnus of IIM Calcutta with over two decades of strategic leadership. He focuses on preparing students for future-ready careers, fostering sustainable global communities, and driving business success.

Santosh has held pivotal roles at Diageo, Sony Pictures, ICI India, and Philips, driving growth and innovation. He founded Santosh Kanekar and Co., a strategy and luxury marketing consultancy, and BeLive Corp., an alternative asset management ecosystem. Additionally, he advises at Business Psychologists International and Sourisseaux Partners and is the author of Stop Reset Start, a guide to effective leadership.

His vision for Atria Education centers on creating purpose-driven collaborations and expanding its global impact.
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    Dr. Anupama Sanjeev
    Assistant Director of Academic Affairs
Dr. Anupama Sanjeev is a seasoned educator with over 13 years of experience in Higher Education. Currently serving as Assistant Director of Academic Affairs at Atria University, she oversees organisational development, faculty management, and curriculum advancement. Her career includes impactful roles such as Sustainability Operations Manager at Nunam and Research Fellow at Ramaiah Public Policy Center, where she focused on public policy and educational research. Additionally, Dr. Sanjeev has served as Assistant Dean of Student Welfare at Presidency University, where she enhanced student management and holistic education. 

She has also trained teachers in pedagogy and developed training programs and psychometric assessments for various educational needs. With a deep commitment to advancing educational practices, Dr. Sanjeev combines strategic insight with practical experience to drive meaningful progress and impact in the field of education.
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    Dr. Anupama Sanjeev
    Assistant Director of Academic Affairs
Dr. Anupama Sanjeev is a seasoned educator with over 13 years of experience in Higher Education. Currently serving as Assistant Director of Academic Affairs at Atria University, she oversees organisational development, faculty management, and curriculum advancement. Her career includes impactful roles such as Sustainability Operations Manager at Nunam and Research Fellow at Ramaiah Public Policy Center, where she focused on public policy and educational research. Additionally, Dr. Sanjeev has served as Assistant Dean of Student Welfare at Presidency University, where she enhanced student management and holistic education. 

She has also trained teachers in pedagogy and developed training programs and psychometric assessments for various educational needs. With a deep commitment to advancing educational practices, Dr. Sanjeev combines strategic insight with practical experience to drive meaningful progress and impact in the field of education.
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    Ranjani Manur
    Head - Content Design and Delivery
Ranjani Manur is a distinguished content development professional with over a decade of experience in transforming complex ideas into compelling content. As the Head of Content Design and Delivery at Atria University, she oversees the complete design, development, and delivery of educational materials. Ranjani collaborates with cross-functional teams and applies Agile methodologies to ensure content aligns with educational and business objectives. 

Her previous roles include working as a freelance writer and content development manager at Phemesoft, where she developed technical content and business proposals. Ranjani has also contributed to the field of antenna design, with notable research presented at IEEE conferences and published in reputable journals. Her skills span content delivery, digital storytelling, and research, complemented by expertise in various content management tools.