Suketu Kumar is a seasoned investment professional. He has over 2 decades of experience across multiple domains and profiles ranging from Private Equity, Project & Corporate debt, M&A and consulting. He is currently the Head of Operations and Head – Rural & Value Chain at ICICI Foundation, where he has been working since the last 4 years. Prior to joining ICICI Foundation, Suketu worked at ICICI Venture, a premier Private Equity institution for over 12 years. While working at ICICI Venture, Suketu has worked on transactions across multiple sectors, ranging from consumer, logistics, BFSI, auto components, telecom, roads, media, industrials, power, etc.

XIM University is a private unitary University established in accordance with the Xavier University, Odisha Act, 2013, and Xavier University, Odisha (Amendment) Act, 2021, carrying forward the 35-year-old legacy of Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), reckoned as one of the premier B- Schools of the country.   Presently the University hosts twelve schools offering Doctoral, Master, and Undergraduate programs.  XIM University's identity is distinguished by its philosophy of ‘Inspiring Futures’ by not just walking the well-trodden path but striking out and exploring new paths. There is a clear intent to be the first to respond to society's needs and enable the building of sustainable communities. All activities of the University are guided by the values of integrity, excellence, inclusivity, compassion, and sustainability.