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Kashish Mumbai International Queer Film festival

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As a supporting partner at the 13th Kashish Mumbai International Queer Film Festival, KelpHR CEO & Co-founder, Smita Shetty Kapoor will be moderating a panel discussion. Topic: Understanding PoSH and its implications Date: 5 June 2022 Time: 330 – 430 pm Venue: Liberty Cinema, Marine Lines, Mumbai Sexual harassment at the workplace is a topic that is often swept under the carpet. Also it is presumed that only women are victims of sexual harassment, thereby obliterating the sexual harassment faced by LGBTQ+ persons both at workplace and in various public places. At this panel discussion we unpack PoSH (Prevention Of Sexual Harassment) to focus on experiences of lesbian and bisexual women, transpersons and non-binary persons. The Panel
  1.  Vinta Nanda, Editor The Daily Eye. Storyteller, Filmmaker, Writer, Creative Activist
  2.  Smita Shetty Kapoor (She / Her), CEO & Co-founder, KelpHR (Moderator)
  3.  Archana Shetty (She / Her), Communications Manager, Humsafar Trust
  4.  Nishtha Nishant (She/ Her), Transwoman, an Equal Rights Activist, a TEDx speaker
  5.  Machindra Kapare, Advocate
Biographies of our Panel Members Vinta Nanda Former Director Ideation at Zee Network, filmmaker and writer Vinta Nanda is the editor of The Daily Eye, a media portal, and she’s directing a feature-length documentary on gender in India. She is also the Creative Director at ACEE and its flagship program The Third Eye. Vinta produced, directed and wrote television serials including Tara, Raahein, Raahat, Aur Phir Ek Din and Miilee. Her film, White Noise (2004), was screened at major International film festivals. Her Entertainment Education (EE) work includes the serials Sheila and Kasbah, feature film Anant, and Documentary The Distant Thunder. She’s member of Executive Committee at CORO India. Nishtha Nishant (She/Her) Nishtha is an out & proud Transwoman, an Equal Rights Activist, a TEDx speaker and a Scientific Research Scholar. She is currently working as an Assistant Manager for the Lab – Training, Learning & Development Department at Lilac Insights, New Mumbai. She has served the same organization as a Scientific Officer in the Genomics Department & as an Outreach Executive for an all-inclusive Mental Health platform named AtEase. Nishtha calls herself as “Survivor of Gender based discrimination.” Nishtha has spoken in several educational institutes such as – BITS, Pilani, Rajasthan; SRM University, Chennai and at workshops organized in the premises of corporations such as – Hindustan Unilever, BAYER, Morgan Stanley, UBS, Amazon, CEAT etc. For her activism on LGBTQIA+ inclusivity, Nishtha has received press coverage in various news publications, including an award from the Mumbai Police. Archana Shetty (She / Her) Archana Shetty is a Communications Manager at The Humsafar Trust with NETREACH – A Global Fund supported virtual outreach intervention project. With over 10 years of experience as a communications professional in the fields of ecology, philanthropy, Biological sciences, education and currently HIV intervention; she believes Communications carries the scope to influence the prospect of organization, people and perception. She holds a Master’s in International Relations from University of Sussex. Machindra Kapare, PoSH Lawyer, Seasoned HR & legal professional Machindra is a senior partner of the firm named as the “Dhamankar Kapare & Associates” and is a seasoned Human Resources & Legal professional. He has worked for more than 21 years out of which 15 years as a senior HR professional for Global MNC’s such as Tata Motors, SKF, Unilever, HSBC, Wal~Mart & J P Morgan before independently starting his law Firm. Today the Firm advises many Indian as well as Global MNC’s on various legal issues in the areas of Labour, Civil and Economic Offences. He has conducted more than 500 POSH trainings and awareness sessions across various industries in MNC and Indian organizations for Board of Directors, Leadership Teams, Sr. & Mid Management Employees, Supervisory and Managerial Staff, Exclusive programs for Women and Programs for Workmen and Unions. Smita Shetty Kapoor (She / Her), CEO & Co-founder, KelpHR Smita Shetty Kapoor is the CEO & Co-Founder of KelpHR and a subject matter expert. KelpHR‘s flagship offering of varied services under the umbrella of PoSH, from legal compliance to best practices, was Smita’s brainchild. She is also tirelessly working towards creating awareness about Diversity & Inclusion and is the only Indian to rank amongst the world’s top 10 diversity consultants in the year 2020. Smita is empaneled with over 30 organizations to help them monitor the working of the Internal Complaints Committee (IC) and also works as third-party support to help companies investigate cases of harassment. An active blogger, Smita loves hosting interviews and talk shows on subjects pertaining to PoSH, women & LGBTW rights, and empowerment. To register for the Kashish Mumbai International Queer Film festival, please check out – https://mumbaiqueerfest.com At KelpHR we believe that having a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace is the key to business transformation and growth and that we must be inclusive of all persons irrespective of any differences. To know more about KelpHR’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion solutions do call us at +91-95001-29652, email info@kelphr.com, visit www.kelphr.com About KelpHR KelpHR was incorporated in 2013 to provide the best HR solutions to organizations, and to improve workplace culture across the board. Over the last 8 years, we have serviced more than 700 clients in India and a few overseas, across various industries in the areas of PoSH (prevention of sexual harassment at workplace), D, E & I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) and EAP. But the common objective of all of these services is to build safer, happier, inclusive and productive workplaces. For any of our other services related to Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) or Employee Assistance programs (EAP) do get in touch with us at info@kelphr.com, call +91-95001-29652 and we’d be able to help you with customized offerings suited to your organization.

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Gomathi Venkatasubramanian

Head – Client Relations

Gomathi Venkatasubramanian is a seasoned client relations and strategy leader with over nine years of experience in sales, client engagement, and conflict resolution. As the Head of Client Relations, Gomathi and her team ensure that every Kelp client enjoys excellence in service delivery and engagement.  With her vast product knowledge, Gomathi takes pride in being able to go beyond the call to action and provide innovative solutions and services to clients that align with their people and business goals.

Prior to Kelp, Gomathi worked with organizations across the sales and presales cycles thereby acquiring a deep understanding of the process and how to shift from a sales to a solutions mindset.  That has helped her in honing her unique style in building client relations and trust.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Gomathi enjoys traveling and exploring new destinations, embracing different cultures and perspectives. She also finds solace in Indian music, which serves as a source of relaxation and inspiration.

 

Navneet Chugh

Director & Entrepreneur

Navneet, Managing Partner of Chugh LLP, offers global legal and tax services with 575 employees. An Attorney, CPA, and MBA from USC, he founded SABA and TiE Southern California and serves on multiple boards globally.

Bhaskaran MR

Director & Entrepreneur

Baskaran Rajaraman is an entrepreneur with interests in real estate, healthcare, and eCommerce. He has previously consulted with Krossark, Citrisys, Booz Allen, and Hamilton, and Polaris on BFSI, eCommerce, and logistics.

Manju Manocha

Head - Business Development

Manju, Head of Business Development at Kelp, drives sales strategy and growth. An HR expert with a master’s in Personnel Management, she has worked with Mphasis, BMC, Syntel, and WNS.

Smita Mukharjee

Head – DEI Center of Excellence

Smita is a dynamic and experienced DEI and Learning Consultant with a unique blend of academic expertise and practical application. With an MBA from the University of Mumbai and an M.Phil from the esteemed Tata Institute of Social Sciences, she is currently pursuing a PhD.

Smita brings with her over a decade and a half of experience across both academia and corporate training and has helped shape the learning journeys of professionals across industries. Her expertise spans human behaviour, training and development, research, and organizational diagnostics. Smita’s research has been showcased at prestigious institutions, including IIM Indore, IIM Bangalore, IIM Trichy, and Nirma University..

Passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion, Smita brings an engaging approach to training, blending research-driven insights with interactive methodologies. Beyond her professional commitments, she enjoys exploring new cultures and perspectives through travel, always seeking to broaden her understanding of the world.

Shalu Salwan

Chief Operating Officer

Shalu, an MBA from ISB, leads operations and product development at Kelp, focusing on efficiency and impact. Passionate about L&D, DEI, and PoSH, she thrives on adventure—whether scaling mountains or exploring the ocean.

Elango R

Global Leader

Elango, Global CHRO and Business Head at MphasiS, grew the company from $12 million to over a billion. He led key integrations, integrated CSR practices, and has held leadership roles at Raheja Group, UB Group, and Bank of America.

Rangan Mohan

Veteran Executive Coach

Rangan Mohan, an executive coach with 30 years of experience, has held CEO roles at MphasiS and Hinduja Global Solutions. A graduate of Madras University and IIM Ahmedabad, he is now a director and consultant.

Deepa Padmanaban

Head – Learning Solutions and PoSH Center of Excellence

Deepa, an MBA and Certified PoSH trainer, excels in client experience and HR. At Kelp, she fosters inclusivity through collaboration. Passionate about singing and voice artistry, she also announces for All India Radio.