Dr. B. Shyam Sundar
Dr. B. Shyam Sundar is a Mechanical Engineer, specialized in Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering with Master’s in Business Administration(MBA) and Doctorate in Business Management(Ph.D). He holds International certifications on Project Management (PMP), Disciplined Agile, Lean and Scrum (DALSM),Disciplined Agile and Scrum (DASSM) from PMI, USA. He is a certified Strategy deployment coach, OKR Professional(C-OKRP) & Strategic Planning Expert. He is a certified chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) and recently awarded fellowship in Industrial Engineering (FIIE) by the Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering for the significant contributions rendered to the profession. He is a certified Corporate Director and Certified Board room professional by the ministry of corporate affairs and Directors Institute.
Dr. B. Shyam Sundar is an active volunteer of PMI Chennai Chapter since 2017 and his recent contributions to the chapter are Social Media Task Force Lead and Associate Vice President-Academia. He was instrumental in building Project Management awareness, student relationships and students engagement across various Institutions in and around Coimbatore for Sangamam 20 & 21 conference events. He was a Senior champion for PMI South Asia.
Dr. B. Shyam Sundar has served 20+ years across various manufacturing Industry segments right from Machine tools, Automotive, Oil&Gas/Power, Aerospace, Motors/Pumps, Electrical & Electronics -across various domain area’s such as Manufacturing Engg, Industrial Engg, Manufacturing Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, R&D, Continuous Improvement(Lean,Six Sigma,TQM), Project, Program & Portfolio Management, PMO, Strategic Planning & Management. His last assignment was Chief Operating Officer(COO) for an Electrical &Electronics product Manufacturing Organization. He is currently serving as a Director of Corporate Strategic Management, Global Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) as part of CEO office for Service Global,Inc (California based IT/ITeS firm) and he is currently based out of Coimbatore. To know more, https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-b-shyam-sundar
Ms. Radha Somasundaram
She has played a key role in defining global strategies for ISO 26262 tool classification qualification for the VCU domain, while strengthening project governance, risk management, and stakeholder alignment. Recognized for her leadership, Radha has received multiple “Women Achiever – Extra Mile” awards.
Passionate about capability building, she actively contributes to the project management community through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing, championing the growth of future‑ready project professionals.
She is a member of the WILL Forum, serves as a PMI South Asia Champion, and acts as a career coach for Government school students in collaboration with Project Puthri.
Ms. Ruby S
Ruby S, is a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering with additional qualification in Marine Engineering. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with over 11 years of diverse industry experience spanned across sectors including Academics, Manufacturing, Engineering and IT/ITES. She is very passionate on adopting a holistic approach to every project, delivering tangible value and fostering seamless collaboration across global teams. With expertise in stakeholder management, data analytics, and software platforms.
She is a member of PMI since 2019 and a dedicated volunteer of the Chennai chapter since 2022, Her recent volunteering contributions include Project Puthri – Coimbatore events, Academia support, PMSAC23 conference, Sangamam24 and Kovai Sangamam 2025. Her recent volunteering contribution to the chapter is AVP Technology Operations. She is passionately committed to advancing the project management profession and the initiatives aimed at empowering and educating young women.
Beyond her profession, she is fueled by a deep-seated passion for exploration. Whether traversing city streets or venturing into remote landscapes, she finds inspiration in the diversity of cultures and landscapes our world offers. Her journey is a fusion of professional excellence and personal discovery, where each project and adventure fuel her drive to push boundaries and embrace the unknown.
For more details: www.linkedin.com/in/ruby-sakthivel
Ms. Geetha Kathiresan
Ms. Geetha Kathiresan is a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of experience across various industries, specializing in HR business partnering and project coordination. With a strong foundation in aligning people strategies with business objectives, she has consistently driven organizational effectiveness through talent management, employee engagement, and process optimization. Her experience includes working closely with leadership teams to enable scalable and people‑centric HR solutions.
As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®), she brings a structured and data‑driven approach to HR practices. She is adept at managing cross‑functional initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and implementing strategic HR programs that support business growth. Her ability to combine HR expertise with project management principles enables her to deliver impactful outcomes in dynamic and fast‑paced environments.
She is passionate about continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging trends, particularly in the adoption of AI in HR. She actively explores innovative tools and practices to enhance workforce productivity and employee experience. Known for her collaborative approach and strong stakeholder management, she continues to position herself as a forward‑thinking HR leader focused on driving transformation and value.
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