Dr. Sulekha Chandra has won the title of SIRA 2025 under the ‘Most DeterminedResearcher Award’. The topic of her thesis is “Delegation, a necessary emotional intelligence competency in women entrepreneurs of India: An analytical study” Dr. Sulekha Chandra is an International Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Emotional Intelligence Coach | Corporate Trainer | Facilitator | Research Scholar | Author | Editor | International Professional Speaker | Thought Leader on National & International Platforms | Professor of Practice in MMS & Mass Communication | Advisory Board Member She is a visionary leader driven by the belief that Emotional Intelligence (EI) coupled with neuroscientific insights forms the foundation for integrity, influence, and impactful decision- making. Whether working with organizations, entrepreneurs, leaders, students, or individuals, her mission is clear: to empower people to build meaningful relationships and achieve personal and professional success and thereby become nation builders. Through her Navi Mumbai-based initiative, Gyan Paradise, a premier Training & Development enterprise, Sulekha has positively transformed the lives of over 40,000 individuals. By 2030, she aims to empower one million people with EI skills, enabling them to make profitable decisions and cultivate fulfilling relationships. Sulekha’s journey is a testament to resilience. At the age of 19, she was paralyzed for three years due to cerebral malaria. Despite regaining only 52% physical ability, she overcame tremendous odds, to build a thriving training career and passionately serve the student community. Realizing the profound role that emotions play in driving success, she became a pro-bono youth mentor, equipping students to harness their emotional strengths and navigate challenges with confidence. Armed with certifications in Emotional Intelligence, leadership, facilitation, mindfulness, behavioral science, and mind mapping, Sulekha brings 19+ years of rich experience across corporate, educational, and entrepreneurial domains. Sulekha also volunteers in offering counselling services that are highly sought by women facing emotional crisis situations and empowers them with entrepreneurial skills and mindset for self-growth and confidence. Sulekha provides consultation to senior corporate leaders, guiding them in effective communication and fostering profitable relationships. Her expertise is highly valued by executives, aiming to enhance their leadership and interpersonal skills. Her qualification are PhD – Emotional Intelligence in Entrepreneurship from SJJT University, MBA HR (IGNOU), BCA (IGNOU), BCOM (Jammu University) Her contributions include: Collaborating with over 80 national and international organizations, including startups. Logging over 6,000+ coaching hours and delivering 85 speaker sessions, including prestigious invitations from the IIT Bombay, Reserve Bank of India and BMCC New York. Publishing 50 knowledge articles in national and international HR magazines and newspapers. Presenting four research papers at national and international conferences. Co-authored 9 books with Spark, ASCC and DigitalHaat Publications. Creating more than 60 impactful videos for diverse platforms. Some prominent organizations she worked with include: RBI, IIT Bombay, IIM Jammu, BMCC New York, Axis Bank, IDFC Bank, Saraswat Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, State Street Corporation, Alcatel Lucent Network Management Services (I), Intuit India, Convergys India Services, Daksh IBM, Wings Brand Activations, NDTV IndiaCan, Brain Behaviour Research Foundation of India BBRFI, Forum of Emotional Intelligence Learning India FEIL, Times Group and more… Dr. Sulekha has presented and published in the following research conferences: 12th International Conference on the theme ‘Shaping Future Leaders to Navigate Disruptions’ Presented research titled ‘Leadership Excellence: Cognitive and Emotional Competencies that Matter’ at Aditya Education Complex, Mumbai in collaboration with Shri JJT University 25th May 2024. Participated in the Online International Conference (Multidisciplinary) on E-Education, E- Business, E-Management and E-Learning Organized by the Institute of Commerce and Management Shri JJT University 27th Aug – 28th Aug 2022. 2 nd Online National Conference on Covid-19, Media and Society. Paper presented titled ‘Adaptable Business Strategies: A Qualitative Report on Certain Competencies which helped in Improving Sustainability in Business during Covid-19: Select Case Studies. Spark ISSN 2277-4866. Organized by Institute of Journalism & Mass Communication Shri JJT University 29th-30th June 2020. Online National Conference (Multidisciplinary) on Emerging Challenges and Opportunities for Healthy Lifestyle. Paper presented titled ‘Women in Lifestyle Entrepreneurship: Analysis of select case studies from Indian Metros, Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore’. Spark ISSN 2277- 4866. Organized by Institute of Physical Education Shri JJT University 25th September 2021. I attended an international course on Ethical Decision-Making for Leaders. Organized by YUVA Academy in association with JJT University. 30th October 2021. Attended 1st International conference on ‘Transition and Transformation: Cities in life, Literature and Culture-Mumbai Chapter’. Organized by IDOL Mumbai University (under CIQA) and Kash Foundation. 17th -18th February 2020. International Conference on Learning & Development Summit (L&D Elysium 2021). Paper presented titled ‘Neuro-Entrepreneurship – Confident Choices that help Navigate the Future of an Initiative’. Published Compendium ISBN 9788195081714. 16th -17th February 2021. International Conference on Leadership & Emotional Intelligence Summit & Awards 2020. Paper presented titled ‘Neuroscience of Professional Success’. Organized by Forum of Emotional Intelligence Learning India (FEIL) and Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA Delhi). 16th -17th January 2020. Published Compendium on Amazon.com. ISBN 978-1- 63714-056-7. Qualitative Research based book titled ‘Leadership Excellence: Cognitive and Emotional Competencies that Matter’. Published as Co-Author. ISBN 978-81-956416-4-2. Released on 31st October 2023 at IIPA New Delhi in the illustrious presence of His Excellency Hon. Vice President of India Shri. Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji. Books co-authored: Labyrinth of Relationships (Amazon Best Seller) launched by Dr. Ashis Sen (Former l&D Head of HPCL) and Dr. Alok Mishra (Former Chairman of Brain Behavior Research Foundation of India Code-Uncode Your Psy Key Delete Logoff Shutdown Corruption (released with Dr. Kiran Bedi) at Raj Bhavan Puducherry Soul Sojourn (released with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at Art of Living Ashram in Bangaluru The Dot that Changed Your Life released with Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai of Chanakya fame The Mélange of Outpourings, 50 faces of Gratitude (all available on amazon.com and other major platforms). Dr. Sulekha has the following awards and media mentions to her credit: Spark Igniting Minds Authors Award 2024, IIWA International Inspirational Woman Award 2022 GISU Foundation, Fourth Screen Education Award 2022, Atmanirbhar Bharat Woman Achiever 2021, Special Gratitude by Elysium 2021 Global Summit & Awards, Dhasu Womaniya 2020 by Niti Ayog & Safe Job, Positivity Honour by Brain Behaviour Research Foundation of India (BBRFI), Women Entrepreneur Achiever by Navi Mumbai Chambers of Business and Industries (NMCBI) 2019, 51 Most Influential Women in Mumbai by Brijbhoomi Foundation 2019, FPH Winner in Life Awards by DNA & Zee Business 2019 and several others. Media Mentions: CSR Times, Indian Achievers Forum, Free Press Journal, Punjab Kesari, The Observer, Greater Jammu, Navdrishti Times, People and Management, Lokmat Media Pvt. Ltd., Metro Media, Shiv Times and Nav Jammu, India Education Diary (National). www.brilliantread.com, Gyan Vitaranam (Youth Magazine). Besides coaching and corporate training in Emotional Intelligence, Sulekha’s most acclaimed courses include: Competencies for Leadership Excellence: This course emphasizes the differentiating competencies enabling leaders to cultivate empathy and connect deeply with their teams and foster a supportive work environment. Effective Communication Skills: Participants learn strategies to enhance both verbal and non- verbal communication, ensuring clarity and impact in professional interactions. They learn how to be assertive while maintaining dignity of self and others. Effective Entrepreneurship: This program provides insights into successful business practices, guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through the essentials of starting and managing profitable ventures. Emotional Resilience Training: Designed to help individuals navigate emotional challenges, this course offers tools and techniques to channelize stress towards achieving productive outcomes. These courses have garnered significant appreciation for their practical approach and transformative impact on participants’ personal and professional lives. Her memberships: Forum of Emotional Intelligence Learning India FEIL Navi Mumbai Chamber of Business & Commerce NMCBI Rotary Jewels Navi Mumbai Ananda Worldwide Kashmiri Pandit Volunteers KPV Green Society Causes she cares for Children education (Concern India Foundation) Medical Crisis (Milaap.org) Community support (KPV) Environment & Sustainability (Green Society)