Dr. Akula Padmavathi
With over 30 years of professional experience in social skill development, Dr. Padmavathi has been a Founding Member and Chairperson of HPPI since the year 2000. With a Doctorate in International Economics (USA), a PhD in Forensic Science and a degree in Law, Dr. Padmavathi applies her extensive knowledge in spearheading the mission and vision of HPPI.
Mr. Sanjeev Bhatt
With over 25 years of experience in the development sector, Mr. Bhatt has been serving as a Director on the Board since the year 2001. He has an M.Sc. in Botany and leads the Grant Administration department of HPPI. He was instrumental in initiating the Microfinance Programme and has been commemorated with the Indian Achievers Award for Social Service at the 15th National Seminar on Emerging India for his outstanding voluntary contributions to social service.
Mr. Kailash Khandelwal
With over 26 years of experience in the development sector, Mr. Khandelwal joined the Board of Directors in 2012. He has a Bachelor of Arts and leads initiatives in Livelihood and Community Development with a core focus on administration, economy overview, capacity building and partnership liaison with governments.
Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh
With over 15 years of experience in the development sector, Mr. Singh started his journey with HPPI as a Project Coordinator in 2006 and joined the Board of Directors in 2012. Over the years, he has been at the forefront of starting up new projects in various sectors. He has a graduate degree in Commerce and a Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Mr. Ved Prakash Yadav
With over 19 years of rich experience in the field of Education and Community Development, Mr. Ved Prakash Yadav is the Head of Education and has been with HPPI since 2000, handling various management positions. In his current role, he heads the overall education programmes for the organisation, which include the NeTT and Kadam programmes and quality support intervention in Government Schools. He is a post-graduate in Social Work and a Master of Education.