Board Members
Dr. Shreesha Bhat
Managing Director
As the Managing Director of Akanksha Charitable Trust and a Physics lecturer at Vivekananda Degree College in Puttur, Karnataka, he embodies dedication to education and service. With a passion for mentoring, he guides students academically and instills values of compassion and social responsibility through his charitable endeavors.
Reyanka P. O
Trustee
As a trustee and educator with an M.Sc and B.Ed, she's dedicated to shaping young minds as a GPT at GHPS, Malar, Pavoor, Mangaluru. Passionate about leveraging education for empowering futures and fostering growth in her community.
Smrithi Hebbar
Treasurer
Experienced trustee and dedicated lecturer, integral to ACT since its inception, fostering educational initiatives and driving positive change within the community. Passionate about empowering others through education and committed to the organization's mission.
Suprabha A
Trustee
As a trustee and Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics at Vivekananda Degree College, she's committed to academic excellence and community development. With expertise in electronics and a passion for education, she strives to empower students and contribute to societal progress.
Jeevitha N K
Trustee
Dedicated trustee with a background in MCA, now focusing on homemaking while continuing to contribute to the community through her trustee role. Passionate about leveraging her skills for the betterment of others.
Ganesh Hegde
Trustee
As a Trustee of Akanksha and Assistant Manager at Deloitte LLP, Bangalore, he merges corporate expertise with a passion for social impact. With many years of dedicated service, he champions community development through volunteering and leadership.
Punit Ravindra
Trustee
Experienced Senior Tax Associate at KPMG, awaiting Enrolled Agent license, dedicated to delivering expert tax services. Trusted trustee with a commitment to financial integrity and excellence in tax practice.
Dr. Sunil K C
Trustee
A dedicated trustee with a PhD and M.Sc. in Physics from Mangalore University. Currently serving as a Scientific Officer at the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Bengaluru, Karnataka State Police.
Dr. Sandeep K M
Trustee
Trustee with an M.Sc and Ph.D. in Physics, currently serving as a Scientific Officer at the State Forensic Science Laboratory in Bangalore. Combining expertise in physics with forensic science to contribute to justice and investigation.
B Krishna Bhat
Trustee
As a trustee and agriculturist, he combines his passion for community development with his expertise in sustainable farming practices.
Shivakumari B
Trustee
A dedicated trustee and homemaker, balancing responsibilities with grace and commitment to family and community.
Padmashree
Trustee
Dedicated trustee, MSc in Corporate Psychology, balancing roles as a homemaker while contributing to community betterment.Team Members
Meghana Bhat
Executive committee member
A multifaceted leader pursuing MBA, excelling as an executive committee member, writer, orator, podcast host, event organizer, and dedicated Akanksha member.
Nishitha I
Executive committee member
She is an MSC graduate and Executive Committee member of Akanksha, currently shaping young minds at Shakthi P U College, Mangalore.
Sandhya Savithri A
Executive committee member
A dedicated M.Pharm graduate, experienced in Pharmacology, serving as an executive committee member of Akanksha, while contributing expertise from roles in data analysis and academia.
Vaishnavi
Executive committee member
HR Associate at Chanakya University, Bengaluru, and Executive Committee Member of Akanksha Charitable Trust since June 2021, committed to social impact and organizational development.
Abhishek N
Executive committee member
Bank employee volunteering with Akanksha for many years, serving as an executive committee member dedicated to community empowerment and education initiatives.
Sukshitha Rao B
Executive committee member
Passionate advocate for education and environmental sustainability, with a background in Applied Botany and English Literature, serving as an executive committee member of Akanksha and part-time faculty at Cadcon Education Pvt Ltd.
Avaneesh Rai
Executive committee member
A dedicated Senior Research Fellow at CARER, Mangalore University, and executive committee member of Akanksha Charitable Trust, he is serving as a volunteer since 2017.