Dr. Sulekha Chandra has won the title of IRC 2025 under the ‘Most Determined
Researcher Award’.
The topic of her thesis is “Delegation, a necessary emotional intelligence competency in
women entrepreneurs of India: An analytical study”
Dr. Sulekha Chandra is an International Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Emotional
Intelligence Coach | Corporate Trainer | Facilitator | Research Scholar | Author | Editor
| International Professional Speaker | Thought Leader on National & International
Platforms | Professor of Practice in MMS & Mass Communication | Advisory Board
Member
She is a visionary leader driven by the belief that Emotional Intelligence (EI) coupled with
neuroscientific insights forms the foundation for integrity, influence, and impactful decision-
making. Whether working with organizations, entrepreneurs, leaders, students, or individuals,
her mission is clear: to empower people to build meaningful relationships and achieve
personal and professional success and thereby become nation builders.
Through her Navi Mumbai-based initiative, Gyan Paradise, a premier Training &
Development enterprise, Sulekha has positively transformed the lives of over 40,000
individuals. By 2030, she aims to empower one million people with EI skills, enabling them
to make profitable decisions and cultivate fulfilling relationships.
Sulekha’s journey is a testament to resilience. At the age of 19, she was paralyzed for three
years due to cerebral malaria. Despite regaining only 52% physical ability, she overcame
tremendous odds, to build a thriving training career and passionately serve the student
community. Realizing the profound role that emotions play in driving success, she became a
pro-bono youth mentor, equipping students to harness their emotional strengths and
navigate challenges with confidence.
Armed with certifications in Emotional Intelligence, leadership, facilitation, mindfulness,
behavioral science, and mind mapping, Sulekha brings 19+ years of rich experience across
corporate, educational, and entrepreneurial domains.
Sulekha also volunteers in offering counselling services that are highly sought by women
facing emotional crisis situations and empowers them with entrepreneurial skills and mindset
for self-growth and confidence.
Sulekha provides consultation to senior corporate leaders, guiding them in effective
communication and fostering profitable relationships. Her expertise is highly valued by
executives, aiming to enhance their leadership and interpersonal skills.
Her qualification are PhD – Emotional Intelligence in Entrepreneurship from SJJT University,
MBA HR (IGNOU), BCA (IGNOU), BCOM (Jammu University)
Her contributions include:
Collaborating with over 80 national and international organizations, including startups.
Logging over 6,000+ coaching hours and delivering 85 speaker sessions, including
prestigious invitations from the IIT Bombay, Reserve Bank of India and BMCC New York.
Publishing 50 knowledge articles in national and international HR magazines and
newspapers.
Presenting four research papers at national and international conferences.
Co-authored 9 books with Spark, ASCC and DigitalHaat Publications.
Creating more than 60 impactful videos for diverse platforms.
Some prominent organizations she worked with include:
RBI, IIT Bombay, IIM Jammu, BMCC New York, Axis Bank, IDFC Bank, Saraswat Bank,
ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, State Street Corporation, Alcatel Lucent Network
Management Services (I), Intuit India, Convergys India Services, Daksh IBM, Wings Brand
Activations, NDTV IndiaCan, Brain Behaviour Research Foundation of India BBRFI, Forum
of Emotional Intelligence Learning India FEIL, Times Group and more…
Dr. Sulekha has presented and published in the following research conferences:
12th International Conference on the theme ‘Shaping Future Leaders to Navigate Disruptions’
Presented research titled ‘Leadership Excellence: Cognitive and Emotional Competencies that
Matter’ at Aditya Education Complex, Mumbai in collaboration with Shri JJT University 25th
May 2024.
Participated in the Online International Conference (Multidisciplinary) on E-Education, E-
Business, E-Management and E-Learning Organized by the Institute of Commerce and
Management Shri JJT University 27th Aug – 28th Aug 2022.
2
nd Online National Conference on Covid-19, Media and Society. Paper presented titled
‘Adaptable Business Strategies: A Qualitative Report on Certain Competencies which helped
in Improving Sustainability in Business during Covid-19: Select Case Studies. Spark ISSN
2277-4866. Organized by Institute of Journalism & Mass Communication Shri JJT University
29th-30th June 2020.
Online National Conference (Multidisciplinary) on Emerging Challenges and Opportunities
for Healthy Lifestyle. Paper presented titled ‘Women in Lifestyle Entrepreneurship: Analysis
of select case studies from Indian Metros, Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore’. Spark ISSN 2277-
4866. Organized by Institute of Physical Education Shri JJT University 25th September 2021.
I attended an international course on Ethical Decision-Making for Leaders. Organized by
YUVA Academy in association with JJT University. 30th October 2021.
Attended 1st International conference on ‘Transition and Transformation: Cities in life,
Literature and Culture-Mumbai Chapter’. Organized by IDOL Mumbai University (under
CIQA) and Kash Foundation. 17th
-18th February 2020.
International Conference on Learning & Development Summit (L&D Elysium 2021). Paper
presented titled ‘Neuro-Entrepreneurship – Confident Choices that help Navigate the Future
of an Initiative’. Published Compendium ISBN 9788195081714. 16th
-17th February 2021.
International Conference on Leadership & Emotional Intelligence Summit & Awards 2020.
Paper presented titled ‘Neuroscience of Professional Success’. Organized by Forum of
Emotional Intelligence Learning India (FEIL) and Indian Institute of Public Administration
(IIPA Delhi). 16th
-17th January 2020. Published Compendium on Amazon.com. ISBN 978-1-
63714-056-7.
Qualitative Research based book titled ‘Leadership Excellence: Cognitive and Emotional
Competencies that Matter’. Published as Co-Author. ISBN 978-81-956416-4-2. Released on
31st October 2023 at IIPA New Delhi in the illustrious presence of His Excellency Hon.
Vice President of India Shri. Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji.
Books co-authored:
Labyrinth of Relationships (Amazon Best Seller) launched by Dr. Ashis Sen (Former l&D
Head of HPCL) and Dr. Alok Mishra (Former Chairman of Brain Behavior Research
Foundation of India
Code-Uncode Your Psy Key
Delete Logoff Shutdown Corruption (released with Dr. Kiran Bedi) at Raj Bhavan Puducherry
Soul Sojourn (released with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at Art of Living Ashram in Bangaluru
The Dot that Changed Your Life released with Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai of Chanakya fame
The Mélange of Outpourings, 50 faces of Gratitude (all available on amazon.com and other
major platforms).
Dr. Sulekha has the following awards and media mentions to her credit:
Spark Igniting Minds Authors Award 2024, IIWA International Inspirational Woman Award 2022
GISU Foundation, Fourth Screen Education Award 2022, Atmanirbhar Bharat Woman Achiever
2021, Special Gratitude by Elysium 2021 Global Summit & Awards, Dhasu Womaniya 2020 by
Niti Ayog & Safe Job, Positivity Honour by Brain Behaviour Research Foundation of India
(BBRFI), Women Entrepreneur Achiever by Navi Mumbai Chambers of Business and Industries
(NMCBI) 2019, 51 Most Influential Women in Mumbai by Brijbhoomi Foundation 2019, FPH
Winner in Life Awards by DNA & Zee Business 2019 and several others.
Media Mentions: CSR Times, Indian Achievers Forum, Free Press Journal, Punjab Kesari, The
Observer, Greater Jammu, Navdrishti Times, People and Management, Lokmat Media Pvt. Ltd.,
Metro Media, Shiv Times and Nav Jammu, India Education Diary (National).
www.brilliantread.com, Gyan Vitaranam (Youth Magazine).
Besides coaching and corporate training in Emotional Intelligence, Sulekha’s most
acclaimed courses include:
Competencies for Leadership Excellence: This course emphasizes the differentiating
competencies enabling leaders to cultivate empathy and connect deeply with their teams and
foster a supportive work environment.
Effective Communication Skills: Participants learn strategies to enhance both verbal and non-
verbal communication, ensuring clarity and impact in professional interactions. They learn how
to be assertive while maintaining dignity of self and others.
Effective Entrepreneurship: This program provides insights into successful business practices,
guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through the essentials of starting and managing profitable
ventures.
Emotional Resilience Training: Designed to help individuals navigate emotional challenges,
this course offers tools and techniques to channelize stress towards achieving productive
outcomes.
These courses have garnered significant appreciation for their practical approach and
transformative impact on participants’ personal and professional lives.
Her memberships:
Forum of Emotional Intelligence Learning India FEIL
Navi Mumbai Chamber of Business & Commerce NMCBI
Rotary Jewels Navi Mumbai
Ananda Worldwide
Kashmiri Pandit Volunteers KPV
Green Society
Causes she cares for
Children education (Concern India Foundation)
Medical Crisis (Milaap.org)
Community support (KPV)
Environment & Sustainability (Green Society)