Kaustav Dey is a seasoned HR and strategy consultant specializing in CEO coaching for startups. With extensive experience at global organizations like Unilever, Amazon, and Gartner, he excels in strategic HR planning, business transformation, and change management. As a TEDx speaker and thought leader, Kaustav guides leaders through complex challenges such as M&A integrations and cultural harmonization. His expertise in leveraging AI technologies and deep understanding of organizational structures make him invaluable for startups navigating growth. With a strong academic background and professorship at Hult University, Kaustav offers a forward-thinking approach to leadership development and organizational strategy, ideal for CEOs in the dynamic startup ecosystem.

Liliana Caimacan is a visionary and innovative Marketing and Strategic Executive with over 20 years of experience in driving transformational growth for world-class brands. Renowned for her disruptive thinking, she identifies opportunities and crafts innovative strategies that drive scalable business growth. Her expertise spans multiple industries, where she has consistently led business acceleration through strategic insights and leadership. Liliana’s extensive and diverse background equips her with a unique perspective on shaping opportunities and leading businesses toward extraordinary results. In addition to her executive roles, she is an esteemed Professor of Marketing, Strategy, and Innovation at Hult Business School and a researcher. Liliana’s ability to blend strategic foresight with hands-on leadership makes her an invaluable asset to companies looking to drive change and achieve growth.

Carmen Hula, FCCA, is a seasoned Finance Executive and Board Advisor specializing in startups and scaleups within professional services, banking, fintech, tech, and AI sectors. With a strong background in strategic financial planning, fundraising, and M&A, Carmen has held CFO roles in various technology startups and scaleups. She also held executive leadership positions at HSBC Commercial Banking. Her expertise in partnering with CEOs, investors, PE and VC houses, defining growth strategy and securing funding makes her an invaluable asset to ambitious companies. As a mentor at NatWest Accelerator and an Adjunct Professor at Hult Business School, Carmen is committed to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Daniel Rukare is a distinguished academic and strategy consultant with over two decades of expertise in strategy design, implementation, and innovative business modeling. As a Business Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Hult International Business School, Daniel has mentored over 700 students, leading to the launch of 50+ startups with a combined valuation of $10M. He founded and leads the Hult Founders Lab, an in-house incubator across multiple campuses. Daniel's consulting experience includes collaborations with top-tier firms like PwC, SEB Group, Oxfam International, UNAIDS and global brands such as Unilever and Coca-Cola. His expertise in disruptive innovation, corporate entrepreneurship, and future-proofing businesses makes him an invaluable asset for startups and corporate firms looking to navigate the complex world of Intra/entrepreneurship and innovation. He remains actively engaged in research, assisting firms in navigating and addressing strategic ambiguity.