Sundip Arora, President
sundip@netip.org

Sundip became involved with NetIP at the grassroots level in Boston as the National Liaison with NetSAP Boston. He witnessed and helped NetSAP Boston win the prestigious "Best Large Chapter" award in 2007. His passion for creating a world class organization translated into successfully running for the VP of Events position on a North America level and leading the the 2008 National conference in Boston.

As VP of Events in 2008, Sundip brought a singular mindset of delivering an unequaled Annual Conference that will have a lasting impact on NetIP members and the community. At the 2008 Conference, he and his team inspired attendees to Explore new opportunities, Dream the impossible and Discover the unexpected. He translated his successes and lessons learned from that experience into his new role as VP of External Affairs in 2009 with new and exciting sponsorship, public relations and re-branding initiatives for the NetIP organization as a whole which put NetIP on the Global map, and well on it's way to becoming a household name.

In 2010, Sundip took over as the President for NetIP-North America. Through his team of 25 North America volunteers, and over 250 chapter leaders all over the continent, he plans to implement a host of ambitious measures to ensure that NetIP is recognized as the premier professional organization for in US and Canada to support the professional, cultural, political and community needs of South Asian Professionals. A heavy focus on Chapter and Leadership growth and transparency underscores his goals for the year.

In his professional life (and day job), Sundip works for a high tech startup company based out of the Boston area (Metatomix) managing sales engineering activities for an exciting new technology. Prior to his new life at the startup, he was an IT Strategy Consultant with Deloitte Consulting.

His drive to help NetIP North America become a superlative non-profit organization for South Asians in America comes from his professional experience and inspiration from fellow NetIP leaders and members."

Santosh Perla, Director of Operations
santosh@netip.org

Santosh joined an ailing Pittsburgh Chapter in 2006 and decided to take on the challenge of reviving it, recognizing its immense potential for growth. He served as President in 2007 and 2008. Under his leadership and the efforts of his team, the chapter landed the "Best Small Chapter" Award for both his years as the President. In addition, he won the "Best Small Chapter President" Award in 2008. Santosh is also the recipient of the 40 under 40 award, a prestigious recognition of his community efforts and leadership. In 2009, as VP of Internal Affairs, he was able to structure his team to effectively meet the needs of Chapters and run the most successful OLC in NetIP history to build strong relationships and extend NetIP's reach in the community.

He looks forward to his new role on the National Board and hopes to inspire and a build a strong team to take the organization to new heights.

Professionally, Santosh works as a Project Manager for Enterprise Search Company, Vivisimo! He helps companies manage ever-growing electronic-information repositories - increasing productivity through better organization. Born in India and raised in Zambia, he enjoys traveling to meet people and learn about cultures.

Shubha Rao, VP of Internal Affairs
shubha@netip.org

Shubha first got involved with NetIP as a member of NetIP Atlanta in 2006. She served as the VP of Cultural Events and VP of Professional Development in 2007 and 2008, and helped contribute to the growth of the Atlanta chapter. After successfully serving two years on the Atlanta board, Shubha stepped up to the National team in 2009 as the Strategic Relations Chair on the Internal Affairs team.

Shubha's vision as VP of Internal Affairs this year is to encourage collaboration across chapters and NetIP NA, and empower and support each chapter to help them become influential organizations in their local communities. Her goal is to actively support chapter growth and development, and host the most successful Officers Leadership Conference to date in NetIP history.

In her professional life, Shubha works as a forensic accountant and financial consultant with a Big 4 accounting firm. She also organizes leadership seminars for local non-profits in the metro Atlanta area on behalf of her employer. In her spare time, Shubha likes to read, watch movies and bake delicious goodies.

Latha Nehru, VP of External Affairs
latha@netip.org

Latha became involved with NetIP at the grassroots level in Dallas over 10 years ago when she served as the 2000 Membership Chair. Last year, Latha stepped in to serve as the NetIP-Dallas President to prevent the chapter from closing. After just 8 months of taking charge Latha won the 2009 NetIP North America Boscar Award for Best Large Chapter President. A few months later Latha earned the title of NetIP North America's November Leader of the Month. Under her tenure, NetIP Dallas consistently received one of the highest chapter metrics and doubled their membership numbers. For these effortsNetIP Dallas won the 2009 NetIP North America Boscar for Most Improved Chapter and both Event and Leader of the month in April 2009.

When she is not NetIPing, Latha works as a Community Leader and activist with various non-profits both locally and nationally and was the Youngest President of a Chapter in the history of the United Nations Association USA when she served as Dallas Chapter President in 2007.

In 2010, Anish plans to successfully transition away from HarrisConnect to a new integrated system that empowers the local chapters and provides user-friendly tools they need and want. Professionally he is Vice President at UnitedWare, a technology company focusing on business process improvement based out of Ohio.

When not working on NetIP technology, Anish devotes his free time to numerous organizations in the Columbus area. He sits on the board of the Honors and Scholars Alumni Society at The Ohio State University and teaches a PHP web development class at OSU. Anish is also on the board of the Central Ohio Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation. He is the Athletics Director of the CYP CLUB, and is on the steering committee for the Young Professionals of Worthington. As well as being an Ambassador for the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce. He also plays Australian Rules Football for the Columbus Jackaroos.

Sri Narasimhan, VP of Finance and Administration
sri@netip.org

Sri first became involved with NetIP as a member of the Los Angeles/Orange County chapter in 2006. Having witnessed the enormous potential of the organization, he led the founding of the Phoenix chapter under NetIP-NA's chapter startup pilot program in 2007 and 2008. NetIP Phoenix was the first chapter to complete the rigorous new program, and serves as a model for future emerging chapters.

Sri served as the first President of NetIP Phoenix through 2009. The chapter consistently received one of the highest chapter metrics during his tenure. For these efforts, NetIP Phoenix was named the Best Emerging Chapter in 2008, the first time a newly formed chapter had received an award. Under Sri's leadership, NetIP Phoenix won the bid to host the Officers Leadership Conference in February 2009. The NetIP Phoenix board managed nearly every aspect of the OLC's logistics and marketing, resulting in one the highest attended leadership conferences.

Sri is currently pursuing his MBA from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University.

Neha Sharma, Conference Co-Chair
neha@netip.org

Neha Sharma, co-founded NetIP Seattle in 2005 and has led the chapter from it’s initial launch through it’s current year of growth. During her years of leadership Neha has held a variety of different roles including: Secretary, Vice President, and Strategy Director.

Professionally, Neha is a Project Engineer working for The Boeing Company throughout the past 5 years. A native of Seattle, WA., Neha attended University of Washington where she earned her Bachelor’s in Material Science and Engineering; Project Management Certificate and Business Development & Strategy Certificate. However, her skills go far beyond technology, strategy, and project management.

In and outside work she chooses to be a change agent & motivate and engage others. She launched and leads the Interiors Diversity Team and has organized & led a 400+ attendee conference for the organization. Likewise, she has launched, marketed, interviewed, and initiated the Interiors Leadership Development Program. Providing program participants an outlet for development, growth, exposure to management and the opportunity to work on special projects. She continually aspires to be a change agent and to make positive changes. Neha’s efforts at work and in the community are focused at spreading enthusiasm, building professional development, growth, and inclusion.

Sarika Punjabi, Conference Co-Chair
sarika@netip.org

Sarika Punjabi has held formal event planning roles for over 10 years, planning events for up to 2,000 people with budgets reaching into the thousands. She brings 5 years of experience in professional Sales and Marketing, including 3 years in a client-facing role at Microsoft Corporation.

As the 2009 President of NetIP Seattle, Sarika turned around the chapter. In one year, NetIP Seattle has doubled its finances, its membership, seen 200 additional members join their mailing list, and had a 400% increase in membership of their Facebook group. Under her guidance, NetIP Seattle grew to planning 3-4 events monthly.

As well as being an experienced marketer, Sarika is known for her talent in putting together large-scale events. She began planning events from the prodigious age of 5, and since then has led event planning teams for a large variety of events, including professional development seminars, social events, cultural shows, fashion shows, and theater productions. Sarika gained valuable experience as a professional event planner for Wells Fargo, where she led the first ever high net- worth client appreciation event in Aspen, Colorado.