Balasubramanian Munuswamy

Balasubramanian Munuswamy is an accomplished professional with over 18 years of experience in private sector, non-profit, and government organizations. Munuswamy has gained expertise in multiple sectors including corporate social responsibility, sustainability, market systems development, investment climate, social enterprise, impact incubation, and investments of inclusive and sustainable businesses.

Munuswamy has studied at top universities including the European University Institute and the University of Cambridge. He has an MBA in management from Bharathidasan Institute of Management and a degree in pharmaceutical sciences from J.S.S. College of Pharmacy.

He has held several key positions over the years which include Senior Head at National Skill Development Corporation, Chief Operating Officer (Skills) at UNDP, Head- Economic, Skilling & Policy Initiatives at Jana Urban Services for Transformation (JUST), Private Sector Development Advisor at Department for International Development, National Chair-Employability & Economy (Volunteer position) at Confederation of Indian Industry-Young Indians, Vice President - Corporate Sustainability & Responsibility (CSR) at Fullerton India of Temasek, and Head-Management support (Acting CEO) at Dr. Reddy's Foundation of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories.

Munuswamy's expertise lies in leading and directing large development projects from the concept to the execution stage, building strategic cross-sector partnerships, healthy relationship development and management with influential stakeholders across sectors, and accomplishing goals for the projects. Munuswamy's top-notch communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills have allowed him to resolve multiple and complex issues and to drive cohesion of vision.