About Us
Management Team

Pawan Deep is a seasoned educator with over 22 years of experience in international education, specializing in Hindi instruction for IGCSE, ICSE and IBDP students

Her teaching journey, marked by academic excellence and emotional intelligence, worked with reputed National and International Schools, What sets Pawan Deep apart is her commitment to whole-child education. Beyond the language classroom, she has been an active mentor in Model United Nations (MUN) programs, Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) initiatives, and co-curricular enrichment. She has led international student delegations to South Africa and accompanied school dance troupes to a World Dance Competition in Portugal, offering students invaluable global exposure. Within India, she has organized and led multiple outbound learning tours, further reinforcing her belief in experiential education.

As a department head and workshop leader, Pawan Deep has trained educators, contributed to curriculum development and presented research at IBDP conferences. Her inclusive teaching style is both structured and nurturing, and her track record includes mentoring high-achieving students - including visually impaired learners - to top scores like A* in IGCSE and 7s in IBDP.

A proud alumna of Birla Balika Vidyapeeth, Pilani, she also served as an Under Officer in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and was part of the Pilani Band that represented at India’s prestigious Republic Day Parade, New Delhi. These formative experiences continue to shape her disciplined, leadership-oriented approach to education. She is fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Kannada and brings a strong cultural sensibility to her work. Pawan Deep is passionate about drama, debate, Indian folk dance and community services, creating learning spaces where creativity and compassion thrive.

With over 15 years of distinguished experience in marketing, sales, and corporate communications, Sanam Shendge, has established herself as a dynamic leader and passionate advocate for the education sector. Throughout her career, she has worked with renowned institutions, playing a pivotal role in building their brand presence, driving strategic growth, and enhancing their market outreach.

Sanam’s entrepreneurial spirit has led her to co-found multiple companies, with a strong focus on education and institutional development. She has been instrumental in setting up several successful schools, combining her expertise in marketing and communications with her deep understanding of the education landscape. Her work reflects a commitment to creating impactful learning environments and providing students with opportunities to thrive. A visionary with a global outlook, Sanam is driven by her mission to expand her company’s reach internationally, supporting the growth of educational institutions and empowering students across borders. Her collaborative leadership style, strategic foresight, and unwavering dedication continue to make a lasting impact on the education sector.

With over 20 years of experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, and operations management, Viji has a proven track record of managing large, diverse teams and driving nationwide education-focused initiatives with efficiency, discipline, and purpose.

She is responsible for streamlining day-to-day workflows, optimizing administrative systems, and aligning internal processes with the company’s growth strategy. Her hands-on approach, structured execution style, and people-first leadership are the foundation for innovation, service excellence, and long-term sustainability in the education sector. Viji's background in media, publishing, and education includes national-level sales leadership, campaign execution, and customer engagement. Multilingual and tech-savvy, she brings clarity, collaboration, and insight to everything she leads — empowering teams and forging partnerships that fuel business growth and social impact.

Is a leadership strategist, coach, and experiential learning expert with 25+ years of experience spanning the Indian Army and the corporate world. A founding member of the Indus School of Leadership, he has trained over 7,000 leaders from global firms like Google, Wipro, and Hitachi, and coached 35,000+ students and educators in leadership, strategy, and communication.

A certified executive coach, NLP master practitioner, and IIM Kolkata alumnus, he currently mentors startups and professionals through Camp HRID Woods and Value Lanes. He is also a senior mentor with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, passionate about empowering women entrepreneurs and fostering value-based leadership.

With over 18 years of experience across university and private higher education, Richard is dedicated to driving innovation and continuous improvement. Richard’s expertise spans student experience, campus operations, student lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance. Guided by his commitment to transforming education into a truly global experience, he continues to foster academic excellence, cultural exchange, and career success, empowering students to thrive in an interconnected world.

Richard is passionate about bridging the gap between educational institutions and students, embodying the ethos of Education Beyond Borders through his commitment to Transnational Education (TNE) and global learning. With extensive experience in international education strategies, offshore partnerships, and student mobility initiatives, he specialises in creating seamless pathways that empower students and enhance institutional collaborations.

Brings over 27 years of hands-on experience in the global airlines and travel industry. A licensed pilot trained in Toronto, Canada, He has worked with prestigious airlines and travel organizations, developing deep expertise in aviation operations, group travel management, and customer service.

Throughout his extensive career, he has personally led international group tours and leisure travel experiences to some of the world’s most iconic destinations. His passion for aviation and commitment to hospitality are the foundation of Island Air’s mission: to provide personalized, professional, and memorable travel experiences. Mir believes in delivering more than just travel — he delivers trust, comfort, and seamless service. With his leadership, Island Air Tours and Travels continues to grow as a customer-focused brand known for reliability, attention to detail, and a personal touch in every journey.