Delfiya Pereira
Yogesh Kumar Jangra
Govind B Raju
Shwetabh Raj
Rishabh Chauhan
David Anand
Mayank Sharma
Phalgunan Maroly Kumaran
Shikhar Agarwal
Vallabh Sai Doddigalla
Anton Ignatius
Renil Poyyara
Niranjan R Menon
Animesh Dubey
Dipesh Suvarna
Arjun Singh
Vinayak Chandrashekhar
Rishav Ray
Naman Malhotra
Avaneesh Penumarthi
Gautum P
Sumesh Kumar Sivanandan
Abid Anwar
Delfiya Pereira
Name: Ms. Delfiya Pereira
City: Mumbai
Profession: Manager
Organization: Mumbai Knights Football Academy
Work Experience: 5 years
She is a Manager at Mumbai Knights Football Academy. She has recently played in the Indian Women’s League (IWL) and represented Maharashtra State at a professional level. Delfiya started playing football at a very young age and ever since then, wanted to pursue a career related to football or any sport. She has represented the state at college and senior level. Won a couple of individual awards as well. Worked at Hudl (sports analytics company) for 3 years as a Sports Analyst where she learned about different sports such as American Football, Basketball, Lacrosse, Volleyball, etc. She is currently also coaching U14 and U8 kids and is looking forward to gaining more knowledge.
Yogesh Kumar Jangra
Name: Mr. Yogesh Kumar Jangra
City: Bhubaneswar
Profession: Assistant Manager Sports- Development
Organization: Deepali Designs and Exhibits Pvt. Ltd.
Work Experience: 5 years
He is the Head of Grassroots at Ardor Football Academy in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. In this role, he oversees multiple projects and has over 5 years of coaching experience. Yogesh has successfully coached and managed a young women’s team in the Hero Indian Women’s League for the past 2 seasons, showing his dedication to fostering youth and grassroots football development. His ability to effectively communicate in multiple languages allows him to connect with a diverse range of players and staff. Yogesh actively participates in coach education and mentors coaches throughout India, constantly seeking personal growth and professional advancement. He holds an AFC-B Diploma in football coaching and has valuable expertise in talent identification and development. Additionally, he has a bachelor degree in Computer Science from the University of Delhi and has participated in the prestigious JENESYS Program (May 2012), a youth exchange program for school students in India.
Govind B Raju
Name: Mr. Govind B Raju
City: Bangalore
Profession: Founder and CEO
Organization: All Sports Fit
Work Experience: 10 years
Govind Raju is the Founder and CEO of All Sports Fit and Mentor / Advisor at CII and New Chip. He is a Writer / Author of Research books / papers / articles. He has also been invited to Harvard University by a forum to give a talk on Global Education system – methodologies – “Education driven by Creative Learning Innovative Thinking & Entrepreneurship ”. He was also an advisory board member for an academic forum in the USA. His expertise lies in Designing creative marketing ideas, branding, advertisement and their application. He is passionate about Business Innovation Strategy. He is a Global System Enthusiast and enjoys Public Speaking.
Shwetabh Raj
Name: Mr. Shwetabh Raj
City: Haryana
Profession: Advocate (Manager IP)
Organization: European Business and Technology Centre
Work Experience: 9 years
He is a seasoned legal professional with over 9 years of work experience, specializing in intellectual property law. His expertise and passion lie in protecting and safeguarding the rights of individuals and businesses in the field of intellectual property. His career trajectory has been marked by notable achievements and impactful contributions. During his tenure at the European Business and Technology Center, he successfully managed the India IP SME Helpdesk, a prestigious EU-funded project. His commitment and dedication to the project resulted in the provision of invaluable support and guidance to small and medium-sized enterprises in India, ensuring their intellectual property rights were protected.In the domain of brand protection, he excelled at creating robust IP portfolios to combat counterfeiting. His efforts extended across various industries, including liquor, sports, electronics, and FMCG, where he worked tirelessly to shield his clients’ brands from unauthorized replication.
Rishabh Chauhan
Name: Mr. Rishabh Chauhan
City: New Delhi
Profession: Consulting Associate
Organization: First Partners
Work Experience: 4 years
Results-driven PR professional with a proven track record in building and managing positive relations with the media, coupled with extensive experience in corporate and product communication, branding, and event management. Currently serving as a PR Consulting Associate at First Partners, He specializes in crafting compelling narratives, pitching stories to the media, and preparing comprehensive briefing documents for key stakeholders. My role involves organizing impactful media events and providing support for media training to clients. Previously He has worked with 2 other boutique agencies as a PR professional. He is a passionate observer of sports with his vision to work alongside leading athletes. Completed a bachelor’s degree in mass communication at Guru Jambheshwar University from August 2016 to August 2019. Attained a 64th percentile in the CAT Exam conducted by the All-India Football Federation. Achieved certification in Creative Writing from the British Council and completed an MS Office Course through NIIT. Proficient in data analysis, content writing, communications, teamwork, and market research.
David Anand
Name: Mr. David Anand
City: Chennai
Profession: CEO & Founder
Organization: Football Plus
Work Experience: 18 years
David Anand is a former football player who has an illustrious career in football, having played for several teams such as Madras University, where he served as the captain. He also played for Indian Bank, State Bank, and Netaji FC in the Super Division Chennai League. He is now a coach who has completed AIFF D license. He has done PGDM in football management in 2017, level 3 sports leadership training in South Africa in 2005, level 2 sports leadership training in Malaysia in 2005, International leadership training in USA in 2007, International partnership training scheme – a sports initiative training programme by CIS (Christians in sports) Oxford, UK in 2006. David Anand currently runs an academy in Chennai which is accredited by the All-India Football Federation training kids between the age 6 years and 22 years. He did not just stop with India but soared to international grounds by running an International high performance training program in Valencia, Spain. David Anand’s dedication to football and his efforts in coaching young players have helped shape the future of Indian football. His achievements on and off the field serve as a testament to his passion and commitment to the sport. David’s contributions to Indian football will always be remembered, and he remains an inspiration to aspiring football players and coaches.
Mayank Sharma
Name: Mr. Mayank Sharma
City: Shimla
Profession: Founder Partner
Organization: Goalazo
Work Experience: 4 years
He is a founder partner of Goalazo, the first football play facility in the Chandigarh Tricity area, based in Mohali. Goalazo offers a pay and play facility for football enthusiasts, complete with coaches and regular tournaments. His previous experience includes launching the pioneering play facility in Chandigarh Tricity while studying, which exemplifies his passion for the game. Having completed his schooling from the prestigious Irish School St. Edwards, Shimla, he actively participated in various sports and academic activities. During his teenage years, he was a football player himself and proudly represented his district in Shimla. Demonstrating a strong commitment to both entrepreneurship and football, Goalazo reflects his dedication to providing accessible and competitive opportunities for football players in the Chandigarh Tricity area, fostering growth and passion within the sport.
In addition to his role as a founder partner of Goalazo, he is an ardent football follower with experience in football analysis, particularly focusing on European football. His passion for the game extends beyond running the football play facility, as he actively engages in analyzing the tactics, performances, and trends within European football. This experience allows him to have a deeper understanding of the sport and contribute to the overall football community by providing insightful analysis and commentary. His combination of practical experience in football and analytical skills further enhances his dedication and involvement in the sport.
Phalgunan Maroly Kumaran
Name: Mr. Phalgunan Maroly Kumaran
City: Mumbai
Profession: Human Resources Leader
Organization: Talent Management at Manufacturing Company
Work Experience: 20 years
Phalgunan is a passionate and seasoned HR professional based out of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India with over 20 years of experience. An all rounder right from his childhood, he has been a state level athlete and a district level football player. He is a sports loving person who currently plays football for his club and also has run more than 25 marathons. He believes that if we have a healthy body, we will have a healthy mind. He has a triple master’s degree in Human Resource, Organizational Psychology and Accounts. He is married and has two kids – a daughter who plays basketball for the school team and a son who plays football for the school team. During his spare time, he joins his coach in training school kids in football. This is his way of giving back to his coach and society. He aspires to contribute in a much deeper manner in the world of sports.
Shikhar Agarwal
Name: Mr. Shikhar Agarwal
City: Gurgaon
Profession: Senior Associate
Organization: S&A Law Offices
Work Experience: 2 years
Shikhar is a lawyer involved in high stake arbitration matters over the last 2 years. He has got an extensive experience in legal research, drafting and representing large clients in arbitral tribunals. He is a Senior Associate at a Tier 1 Law Firm based in Gurgaon. He has interest in Sports Law and Management and also wrote a paper in the same. He has received his B.A. LLB (Hons.) degree from National Law Institute University, Bhopal. He is involved mainly in infrastructure matters.
Vallabh Sai Doddigalla
Name: Mr. Vallabh Sai Doddigalla
City: Hyderabad
Profession: Lawyer Advocate
Organization: C V Law Chambers
Work Experience: 3 years
He is presently employed by CV Law Chambers in Hyderabad, India, as a legal associate. He gained advocacy experience by practicing before the National Company Law Tribunal in Hyderabad, and he is knowledgeable in company law and insolvency and bankruptcy laws. Has appeared before a number of Tribunals and courts, both criminal and civil, in and around Hyderabad, Telangana. Prior to this, he spent two years working as a procurement specialist for an MNC called E.I.DuPont – DSC (Hyderabad, India), where he gained knowledge in global procurement. As a transactional buyer, he gained knowledge by leveraging systems like SAP, Lotus Notes, and the Service Now portal to create end-to-end services for Procure to Pay (P2P), Contract Management, Vendor Management, and Invoice Resolution. His job experience enabled him to comprehend the true issues that businesses face and to develop answers to those issues through continuous decision-making.
Anton Ignatius
Name: Mr. Anton Ignatius
City: Bangalore
Profession: Manager
Organization: Diageo
Work Experience: 14 years
He is a Cyber-Security Manager by profession currently with Wipro, Bangalore. He is having 14+ years of experience in Cyber-Security consulting and cyber threat detection and attack analytics. He completed his Bachelor of technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology from Mahatma Gandhi University. Being a sports enthusiast, he actively follows all competitive sports since his childhood. He was the Arts and Sports Club secretary at school & college level and organized many cultural & sports events during academic and professional tenure.
Renil Poyyara
Name: Mr. Renil Poyyara
City: Thrissur
Profession: Football Coach and Football Academy Manager
Organization: Malayalam Football Academy
Work Experience: 16 years
Renil Poyyara, a 42-year-old Indian, has a unique life story that revolves around his love for football, engineering, and community service.He started as a goalkeeper in Thrissur, Kerala, gaining recognition for his skills and dedication. Later, he became a coach, earning an AIFF D License and focusing on player development.He is also known as an AIFF scout, skilled at spotting emerging football talent.In addition to football, he’s an Instrumentation Engineer, specializing in control systems for oil projects.He co-founded the Malayalam Football Academy to nurture young players in Kerala.His journey reflects a diverse set of passions, leaving a legacy of dedication and excellence in football, engineering, and community involvement.
Niranjan R Menon
Name: Mr. Niranjan R Menon
City: New Delhi
Profession: Digital Marketing Specialist
Organization: Beep Media House
Work Experience: 1 year
He is a recent BBA graduate who is a fresher with a good background in sports and physical education. He is passionate and enthusiastic. His ambition for pursuing a career in sports administration is fueled by his strong love and understanding of a variety of sports, including cricket, basketball, and football. He also has a solid background in business management and marketing strategies. Additionally, he has professional experience in the area of digital marketing and has produced top-notch results.
Animesh Dubey
Name: Mr. Animesh Dubey
City: Ranikhet
Profession: Business
Work Experience: 3 years
Animesh is an enthusiastic commerce student with a keen and endearing passion for sports and is ambitious about developing the industry in not just India but all over the world. He has taken part in various extracurricular activities and is very buoyant to take part in activities that are competitive. The experience he has gained is finely tuned towards commercial and financial aspects of sports management. He is looking to take part in developing his own business and is also interested in gaining knowledge from the FIFA CIES programme.
Dipesh Suvarna
Name: Mr. Dipesh Suvarna
City: Thane, Mumbai
Profession: Football Player
Organization: ROQS 2023-24
Work Experience: 3 years
Dipesh has completed his Bachelors of Commerce in the year 2021. He has always been passionate about sports and fitness. He channeled his energy into sports by playing cricket for his school, and later represented his college for Football at district level competitions. He has also played tug of war at the state level leagues. Dipesh has explored his ideas in various sports but also has been involved in running his business Chitralekha Packaging. He has also ventured and worked at a food company, Fooze. He has played several cricket tournaments with his close net team. And they have managed to successfully win many leagues. Dipesh started his football journey by playing with his friends but later realized that this is what he wanted to work towards. He has played TFA for 2 years professionally for the Football world. Currently he is playing football with ROQS (MFA Superdivision) which he believes is a big step in his football career.
Vinayak Chandrashekhar
Name: Mr. Vinayak Chandrashekhar
City: Calicut
Profession: Assistant Football Coach
Organization: Universal Soccer Academy
Work Experience: 2 years
He is an amateur football player and a calisthenics athelete.He worked as an assistant football coach in a club named universal soccer academy and attended multiple coaches refreshments programme conducted by Calicut coaches club .He has two years of experience in coaching field.He also works as a field employee in banking field & swiggy which gave him immense experience which helps him to manage time & dealing with people.
Rishav Ray
Name: Mr. Rishav Ray
City: Kolkata
Profession: Senior Associate Consultant
Organization: Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services
Work Experience: 4 years
He is an IT Auditor at Ernst & Young LLP where he maintains Audit and maintains Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) for his clients. He also performs IT System Audit for various service and product-based entities. He has been a freelance journalist for Sportskeeda on Indian football and JerseyMag on European and Indian football. Rishav has also covered important legacy tournaments of Indian tournaments like Calcutta Football League, Super Cup. He has also conducted interviews with prominent footballing personalities like Novy Kapadia, Sukhwinder Singh, Ranjit Bajaj, Syed Rahim, Dipendu Biswas and Prasun Banerjee. Rishav is also an author of a book on Indian club football where he has emphasized on the glorious legacy and untold stories of Indian football clubs over the past century. He has held administrative positions and handled operations for official fan clubs of Manchester United and Mohun Bagan. Rishav has extensive experience in youth soccer as a patron and volunteer with Bengal KOP School of Football Excellence where he conducts training sessions and handles the operation for a group of 60 U-13 and U-15 boys. Rishav has a Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
Avaneesh Penumarthi
Name: Mr. Avaneesh Penumarthi
City: Hyderabad
Profession: Associate Program Manager
Organization: Indian School of Business
Work Experience: 4 years
He works as a Consultant for explosive licenses. From 2018-19 he worked for PlayMonks as Operations Manager. He had organized Telangana Kabaddi league U-15 Futsal National Championship and Fight Night MMA. From 2017 -18 he worked for Indian School for Business as a program Manager for Centre for Executive Education (CEE) he handled end to end logistics for open,government and custom programmes. He had volunteered for United Basketball Alliance as team manager and he was the core member of players Logistics for MUTUA Madrid Open. He represented India for the Asian Flag Football Championship held in Philippines 2017 and Thailand 2019. He had represented India for the first American Football Friendship Bowl between India and Dubai. He has participated in The Annual Exchange program conducted by Gridiron Developmental Football League in the USA.
Sumesh Kumar Sivanandan
Name: Mr. Sumesh Kumar Sivanandan
City: Navi Mumbai
Profession: Sports Coordinator
Organization: Global Sports
Work Experience: 15 years
He’s working as a sports coordinator at Global Sports. He has also worked with Adlabs Imagica and has also been awarded employee of the month. He has worked as junior Associate Manager and Customer Service Agent with Reliance Communication. He has been active in the Sports field. He was the coordinator for National Level Handball which was conducted in Hyderabad. He has won 1st prize in open level Kalamboli Marathon and has won several medals at division, district and university level for Football, Athletics and Handball.
Abid Anwar
Name: Mr. Abid Anwar
City: Dhaka
Profession: Client Relationship Manager
Organization: Cofianza Sports Management
Work Experience: 2 years
Over the past few years, he has gained professional experience by working in different capacities within multiple clubs and academies in Bangladesh. Mr. ABID obtained a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Sylhet Engineering College, an institution affiliated with Shahjalal University of Science and Technology. Besides, he has completed the Talent ID Level-1 from England FA. The enrolment in Pillai/FIFA/CIES was driven by a deeply felt interest in the fields of Sports Law, Venue Operation, Financial and Secretariat Management in different sporting organizations.
