ACES Council

The ACES Council, the governing body of the ACES Institute, is comprised of the Board of Directors, Advisory Committee, Subject Matter Experts, and the Secretariat. Together, they provide expert advice and ensure effective decision-making and operational efficiency to advance the institute’s mission.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors functions as the ultimate decision-making body for the ACES Institute, wielding authority in strategic planning and overall governance. The board steers the organization by offering insights aligned with their respective areas of expertise, playing a pivotal role in critical decisions including but not limited to budgetary allocation, policy formulation, and long-term planning.

Shanggari Balakrishnan

Seasoned leader in Asia’s business scene, driving MORS Group’s growth through market insight, branding, and high-level stakeholder engagement.

Hemant K. Batra

Honorary Chairman

An award-winning international lawyer and strategist with 22+ years’ experience advising global corporations and shaping cross-border policies.

Luis Bueno Nieto

Global business leader with 20+ years’ experience driving strategy, CSR, and leadership development across Europe, the U.S., and Russia.

Dr. Jayanthi Desan

Sustainability and governance expert with global training experience, board roles, and a PhD in corporate responsibility, driven by a ‘business for good’ ethos.

Advisory Commitee

A team of experts in academia, sustainability, and public policy to provide specialized advice to the Board of Directors and the Secretariat. They may participate in strategic discussions, review proposed policies, and offer recommendations based on their expertise. They may oversee most of the Institute's research projects and other projects and act as a bridge towards engaging subject matter experts

Advisory Committee

Dr. J. Thomas leads PPD, representing 26 nations on global health, rights, and development, with vast experience across Asia, Africa, and multilateral agencies.

Dr. Neeti Shikha

Advisory Committee

Dr Neeti Shikha is a legal scholar, policy advisor, and insolvency expert with global academic roles and advocacy for child and women rights.

Dr. Rinchen Chophel

Advisory Committee

Dr. Rinchen Chophel, Director General of SAIEVAC, is a Bhutanese medical doctor and regional expert in gender and child rights across South Asia.

Advisory Committee

Vedant, ACES Council member and founder of Goeman Bind, leads global impact policy efforts, blending finance, research, and innovation across sectors.

Advisory Committee

Vineeta is a global HR leader and founder of InnerGram, specializing in executive coaching, leadership, and gender-inclusive transformation.

Secretariat

A team of experts in academia, sustainability, and public policy to provide specialized advice to the Board of Directors and the Secretariat. They may participate in strategic discussions, review proposed policies, and offer recommendations based on their expertise. They may oversee most of the Institute's research projects and other projects and act as a bridge towards engaging subject matter experts

Benson, a physicist and Research Consultant at ACES Institute, is known for his analytical prowess.

Freddy Ager is a Sustainability and Safety, Health, and Environment expert currently serving as a Research Strategist for Sustainability at the ACES Institute.

Subject Matter Experts

A team of experts in academia, sustainability, and public policy to provide specialized advice to the Board of Directors and the Secretariat. They may participate in strategic discussions, review proposed policies, and offer recommendations based on their expertise. They may oversee most of the Institute's research projects and other projects and act as a bridge towards engaging subject matter experts

Harjit S. Sandhu

Subject Matter Experts

Harjit Sandhu is a global law enforcement expert with 35+ years in policing, counter-terrorism, financial crimes, and UN investigations.

Johannes Flecker

Subject Matter Experts

Johannes is a Ph.D. marketing expert, award-winning musician, global educator, and innovator with 500+ executive trainings and international accolades.

Trainers

A team of experts in academia, sustainability, and public policy to provide specialized advice to the Board of Directors and the Secretariat. They may participate in strategic discussions, review proposed policies, and offer recommendations based on their expertise. They may oversee most of the Institute's research projects and other projects and act as a bridge towards engaging subject matter experts

Dr. Jayanthi Desan

Sustainability Trainer, ESG Consultant

Sustainability and governance expert with global training experience, board roles, and a PhD in corporate responsibility, driven by a ‘business for good’ ethos.

Driving corporate sustainability through data-driven ESG strategy and employee empowerment. Helping businesses build a better, greener future from within.

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