Jennie Wheatle is a Virgin Islands educational and cultural icon who taught from Primary to Tertiary levels during her sixty years of public service. She was an English teacher who explored the cultural heritage of Virgin Islanders through her writing. She taught her students about their heritage and how to conduct oral-history research. She was the first Director of the Virgin Islands Studies Institute at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. Together with her students and faculty, she conducted extensive research on the lives of Virgin Islanders.Eileene L. Parsons is one of the Territory's cultural icons who spent many years teaching at high School. She was the Territory's first cultural officer, leader and organizer of the annual August Monday Festival, founder and lead dancer of the Heritage Dancers, member of the B.V.I Singers, and Minister of Government for several years. She spent many decades helping Virgin Islanders preserve their heritage amid the socio-cultural changes that have taken place since the mid-twentieth century.

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.

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.

Paparao Chintalapudi approaches leadership through reflection, inquiry, and character-driven action—believing that lasting impact requires self-knowledge and values, not just competence. Over a four-decade career, he spent twenty-two years in senior leadership at Reliance Industries Limited and has taught leadership at leading executive education institutions. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, Harvard Business School, and the University of Notre Dame, USA, he works to democratise access to reflective leadership learning. He is the author of The Ignored Mirror.