Certified Data Protection Officer

Tarun Sukhani is a distinguished professional trainer and consultant with over 25 years of extensive experience in the IT and business sectors, having worked across multiple continents including the US, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East. His expertise spans a wide array of domains such as Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban), enterprise architecture frameworks like TOGAF and COBIT, IT service management standards including ITIL and ISO27001, as well as cybersecurity certifications like CISO and CISSP. Tarun's proficiency extends to project management frameworks such as PRINCE2 and PMP, along with cutting-edge technologies in Big Data analytics using Hadoop and Spark, data science with Python or R, and data visualization tools like Tableau. Tarun has held numerous senior development and executive roles including CIO/CTO positions where he managed large-scale IT operations for multinational corporations such as Dell, AMD, and Experian. His leadership skills have been instrumental in enhancing business operations across various functions including HR, Finance, Operations, Sales, Risk Management, Engineering/Manufacturing, and Accounting. He has also contributed significantly to regional conglomerates like Indra in the Asia Pacific region. A passionate educator at heart, Tarun has facilitated training workshops throughout Asia Pacific countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore. His training sessions cover a broad spectrum of topics from project management to strategic leadership and soft skills development. Additionally, he specializes in advanced technical subjects like software architecture design patterns for reactive microservices architectures on cloud platforms. Tarun's academic credentials are equally impressive; he graduated summa cum laude with an MSc in Information Systems and an MBA in Finance and Operations Management from Loyola University Chicago. He holds multiple Bachelor's degrees in Biology, Math & Computer Science alongside Business Administration. Further enriching his knowledge base are certifications as an Agile/Scrum trainer; Java/.NET programmer; Machine Learning specialist; InfoSec expert; Business Intelligence professional; complemented by advanced studies in AI & Blockchain from prestigious institutions like MIT & Stanford. His client portfolio includes renowned organizations such as Western Digital/Sandisk for machine learning product management projects; Singtel & CIMB for agile product development initiatives; Tenaga Nasional & JPJ for agile project management engagements among others. Tarun's dynamic approach combined with his deep-rooted passion for developing people makes him a sought-after speaker at international conferences where he shares insights on digital transformation strategies.

Thakurdas Naraindas is a seasoned professional with over 41 years of experience in the legal field and academia. He obtained his LL.B (Hons) from the University of Malaya in 1976 and completed his Masters in Law (Tax) from the University of Melbourne in 1980. Further enhancing his expertise, he spent two academic years at Harvard University, participating in the International Tax Program and serving as a Visiting Research Fellow and Fulbright Exchange Scholar. Thakurdas’s extensive experience spans various roles including senior practising lawyer, consultant, lecturer, and trainer. He has been actively involved in legal practice, advisory & consultancy work, tax planning, strategic legal planning, mergers & acquisitions, and commercial & corporate negotiations across several areas such as Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Taxation, Conveyancing, Asset Securitisation, Land Law, and Banking Law. Additionally, Thakurdas has a rich history of international training and consultation in regions like Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Brunei, Mauritius, and Malaysia for organizations such as ICLIF (Bank Negara Malaysia) and Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia. His training domains include Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Contract Law, Tax Law, Forensic Risk Management, Procurement Fraud, Business Strategies, and High-Performance Leadership Skills. Currently heading M/s Jethwani Consultancy, Thakurdas continues to impart his vast knowledge through consulting and training services while also advising on business strategies for various enterprises.

Navin Manghan Dewandas is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the education and training sector, currently serving as the Senior Manager of Business Development at BAC Education Group. His focus lies in Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0, and Digital Business, where he plays a pivotal role in providing educational and training platforms to a diverse audience. Navin excels in establishing and nurturing business relationships with prospective partners, stakeholders, corporate clients, and students. He is instrumental in creating business opportunities for BAC Education by devising innovative development strategies and driving new business leads from conception through closure. His extensive network includes collaborations with government bodies, GLCs, and MNCs, leveraging available grants and initiatives to advance Malaysian Human Capital Development. Prior to his current role, Navin was the Vice President of M.I.T Academy Sdn Bhd (Malaysian Institute of Technology Academy), where he managed legal matters, sales and marketing, recruitment, and established business prospects for the company's sales pipeline. During his tenure from 2016 to 2018, he significantly contributed to the company's success through leadership and teamwork in technical trainings across Malaysia. He also initiated the establishment of an International School under M.I.T's umbrella. In addition to his roles at BAC Education Group and M.I.T Academy, Navin serves as the Chief Business Development Officer for STEMERA Sdn Bhd, an EdTech startup owned by M.I.T Academy targeting international education markets. His vision for STEMERA is to create job opportunities and learning platforms that equip job seekers and students with skills necessary for digital transformation careers. This innovation has been showcased at prestigious international events such as the RISE Conference in Hong Kong and Blockchain Consensus in Singapore. Navin's passion for education, lifelong learning, and skills training is evident in his commitment to enriching lives through industry-relevant education that aligns with job market needs. As an HRD Corp Certified Trainer & Strategic Partner Consultant, he specializes in areas like Education Management, IR 4.0, Digital Transformation, TVET Skills Training for Corporate Clients among others. His training repertoire includes Negotiation Skills, Collaborative Intelligence, Customer Services, Financial Planning, Business Development, Digital Sales, Law & Compliance, Intellectual Property Rights Management, Psychological Safety in Workplaces, Branding & Marketing Strategies along with Entrepreneurship & Intrapreneurship Development.