Basanti from Mohishila Colony, Asansol, studied at Asansol Girls’ College and trained as a beautician at Shahnaz Husain Institute, later running a salon for 36+ years. She began practicing and teaching yoga during Covid, wrote for Yoga Samvad, and authored Rannaghorer Tukitaki. A theatre actress, dancer, artist, and craft enthusiast.

Author's Biography: Fr. Dr. Johnson Ponthempilly SDB is a Catholic priest belonging to the Salesians of Don Bosco religious congregation. He currently serves as an Administrator and Professor at Don Bosco Seminary, Aluva, Kerala, India. Dr. Johnson is a recognized expert in the field of mental health, holding specialized training in Psychiatric Social Work and Human Resource Management. His academic contributions include extensive research focused on Social Support and Spiritual Well-being. Prior to his current role, he served as the Principal of both Don Bosco College, Sulthan Bathery, and Don Bosco College, Mannuthy. He can be contacted via email at johnsonkpsdb@gmail.com.

Kavitha Joseph is a dynamic professional, global pageant titleholder, and inspirational voice known for her journey of resilience, leadership, and purposeful reinvention. With over a decade of experience in IT operations, service delivery, and large-scale transformation programs, she has held leadership roles in multinational organizations managing complex hybrid cloud infrastructure projects for international clients.A certified professional holding PMP, SAFe, Lean Six Sigma, and ITIL V4 credentials, Kavitha is recognized for her strategic mindset, operational excellence, and people-centric leadership. She currently serves as a Program Manager for one of the largest IT company.Beyond her corporate achievements, Kavitha represented India at the Fashion Crown World Pageant held in Egypt, where she won the prestigious title of Mrs International Fashion Crown World and Mrs. Sapphire Glamour International 2024 in Malaysia. Her journey into pageantry challenged societal norms and became a powerful statement that dreams do not have an expiration date.Through her writing, Kavitha shares authentic experiences that inspire readers to embrace confidence, resilience, and lifelong growth. Her story reflects the belief that when passion aligns with purpose, extraordinary transformations are possible.

Strategic Procurement Leader | Digital Transformation Architect | Independent Director​Biswajit Salui is a distinguished corporate strategist and visionary leader with over 18 years of experience driving value within major global conglomerates. Currently serving as an Associate General Manager at Linde, Biswajit has built a career defined by the intersection of operational excellence, governance, and the future of digital business.​The Strategic Foundation ​A seasoned professional with an MBA, Biswajit combines deep academic grounding with nearly two decades of high-impact leadership in Strategic Procurement. His expertise spans the entire value chain—from sophisticated category management and vendor ecosystem development to the implementation of large-scale cost-optimization frameworks. His ability to navigate the complexities of global supply chains has made him a trusted architect of organizational efficiency.​Corporate Governance & Leadership ​Beyond his executive role, Biswajit is a certified Independent Director with the IICA (Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs) Databank. This designation reflects his commitment to the highest standards of corporate ethics, strategic oversight, and board-level excellence. He brings a unique perspective to the boardroom, blending "on-the-ground" industrial mastery with a forward-looking approach to corporate governance.​Co-Architecting the Digital Future ​As the author of the influential book Co-Architects of Growth (2026), Biswajit explores the profound synergy between human leadership and Solution Architecture. He is a dedicated advocate for Digitalization, specializing in building the bridges between legacy industrial systems and modern, data-driven infrastructures. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that sustainable growth is not a solo endeavor but is "co-architected" through the intelligent integration of technology, people, and process.​Based in Kolkata, Biswajit continues to shape the landscape of modern industry, mentoring the next generation of leaders and helping organizations transition into agile, future-ready powerhouses.​Executive Profile at a Glance ​18+ Years of Experience: Proven track record in major global conglomerates (Current: Linde). ​Strategic Mastery: Expert in Strategic Procurement, Sourcing, and Supply Chain Transformation. ​Certified Governance: Independent Director, IICA Databank. ​Digital Visionary: Specialist in Solution Architecture and Corporate Digitalization. ​Thought Leadership: Author of Co-Architects of Growth.

The author can be described as an energetic, curious and logical teenage writer driven by passion alongside creativity. His love for economics emerged in the 6th grade, post a workshop in school about financial literacy & economics. The inquisitiveness led to taking the first step of being a changemaker; he visualised, wrote and published a microeconomic book for children. He has travelled extensively and successfully participated in numerous Model United Nations (MUN) conferences, developing a global perspective and a strong interest in world affairs. Living with type 1 diabetes has fostered resilience, discipline, and an analytical mindset. From a young age, he has been fascinated by world flags, culture, economics, and data- driven analysis, especially in sports such as football and cricket. These interests led to the research paper “Flags and the Economy: Visualizing Economic Ideologies and National Transformations Through Symbolism.” He is also the creator of GeoEdventures, a geography, history and culture based quizzing game designed to make learning about the world interactive and engaging. Through his work, he aims to help young learners understand money, markets, and decision-making through practical, relatable examples.

Dr Jay immigrated to Australia from India in July 1971 to undertake his PhD studies in biochemistry. He then joined the pharmaceutical industry via multinational corporations, Fisons and 3M, where he successfully developed a broad range of pharmaceutical products and researched into their medical application. After a chance meeting with late Bob Lucy, one of the pioneers in advancing the use of nutritional supplements in Australia, Dr Jay successfully transitioned to natural therapies working across research and development, manufacturing and quality control. He retired from commercial assignments as a General Manager at the age of 52 and started his own company with various interests. He continues to be involved in the industry but in a much less involved way. Now at the age of 76, Dr Jay intends to share the knowledge he has gained from over 45 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. After completing his first book successfully Dr. Jay has embarked upon writing books on several topics relating to Age and Well-being and eventually hopes to publish them in due course. This, his second book is based on seniors in our community and the ageing process and firmly believes that Ageing Gracefully is every senior’s right and expectation.

Debashis Jha, a technology professional with two decades of global experience, has lived in the United States since 2012. Born in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India, he moves between cultures. Incomplete NRI is his first book, written from lived experience and a heart belonging to more than one home.

Rehmat Jahan is an author and practitioner dedicated to the intersection of mental discipline and spiritual preparation. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology, a Diploma in Nutrition, and has completed a Fellowship in Clinical Nutrition. This background allows her to bring a holistic understanding of how the mind and body serve the soul’s ultimate requirements.