Graduate Student Board
PGP YL
Graduate Student Board
Overview
The Graduate Students Association (GSA) is an organisation of the students of the Post Graduate Programme for Young Leaders. The GSA is governed by the Graduate Students Board (GSB), comprising representatives elected by members of the GSA.
The GSB is the primary vehicle for coordinating and managing student activities and initiatives, both academic and extracurricular. It represents all students' interests to the ISB administration and provides inputs to enrich the curriculum. The GSB members are elected by the students about two months into the programme. Every GSB Core representative prepares a Common Minimum Platform at the beginning of his/her tenure and generates regular status reports.
Elected Representatives of the PGP YL
| GSB Core: | |
| Position | Name of the position holder |
| President | Nehul Desai |
| Director, Academic Affairs Council (AAC) | Divyanshi Singh |
| Director, Alumni Affairs Council (ALC) | Sagar Munshi |
| Director, Career Advancement Council (CAC) | Rahul Sunil Khatav |
| Director, Finance and Governance Council (FGC) | Arya Malik |
| Director, Marketing and Communications Council (MCC) | Aanya Goel |
| Director, Operations & Sustainability Council | Divyansh Mittal |
| Director, Student Life Council | Anshul Jain |
Nehul Desai
President
From optimizing high-tech greenhouses in Sweden to crafting market strategies for agri-tech startups in Switzerland, Nehul Desai has built a career at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and agriculture. Nehul Desai is an accomplished professional with a Master’s in Biosystems Engineering from Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands and a Bachelor’s in Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), India.
He brings a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic project leadership, and international experience in the field of quality management and sustainable operations. Nehul has successfully executed projects across Kazakhstan, Netherlands, and India. In addition to his professional work, Nehul has co-founded an e-commerce venture, participated in start-up incubation programs, and contributed to social impact projects such as microfinance and skill development for rural communities. His career reflects a strong commitment to driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth in agriculture.
Divyanshi Singh
Director, Academic Affairs Council
Divyanshi holds a BA in Business Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles, with minors in Mathematics and Global Studies. She graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society for her interdisciplinary academic excellence. She began her career as an Investment Analyst at ICICI Prudential AMC, where over 21 months, she tracked consumer sector stocks, built financial models, dug deep into industry trends, and recommended high-potential investments for mutual funds.
A firm believer in giving back, Divyanshi has spearheaded volunteering initiatives in both India and the US, rallying peers to create meaningful social impact. In her free time, she enjoys watching cricket, discovering new music, and catching up with friends and family. As part of the inaugural Graduate Student Board of the PGP YL program, she is excited to enhance the learning experience, foster collaboration, and help her cohort get the most out of their ISB journey.
Sagar Munshi
Director, Alumni Affairs Council
Sagar is a Computer Science graduate from Vellore Institute of Technology, with professional experience across product strategy, growth, and analytics. At ION, he was one of the few hires selected to work with the CRO’s Office on growth strategy, go-to-market initiatives, revenue optimization, and customer insights.
Beyond work, Sagar has a keen interest in public speaking, debating, and philosophy. He has participated in multiple national and international conferences, Model United Nations, and debating forums, experiences that have shaped his ability to engage with diverse perspectives. He is also a passionate cricket enthusiast with a strong interest in public policy.
At ISB, Sagar has been actively involved in the PGP YL community, serving as YL Co-lead for the ISB Leadership Summit, ISL, and several other student-led initiatives, including information sessions for the wider community. He strongly believes in the philosophy of “not taking success to your mind and criticism to your heart.” As Director of the Alumni Affairs Council, he hopes to strengthen the connection between students and the wider ISB alumni community through meaningful opportunities for mentorship, learning, and engagement.
Rahul Sunil Khatav
Director, Career Advancement Council
Rahul holds a degree in Computer Science from NIT Warangal, where he also took on the leadership role of General Secretary of the Computer Science Association. Having spent his formative years schooling in the Sultanate of Oman, he brings a diverse, global perspective to his work. He established a strong technical foundation during his time at Oracle as an Applications Developer, specializing in Supply Chain Management features. Driven by a vision for broader change, Rahul is strongly motivated by tech products that facilitate inclusion and create a larger social impact.
A firm believer in community and collective benefit over individualism, he previously served as the Operations Coordinator during his first year. In this capacity, he successfully managed and coordinated the summer internship and career development processes for his peers.
Beyond academics, Rahul has a deep passion for basketball, having represented his school, college, and Oracle’s corporate team. He is particularly fascinated by the technical aspects of sports, harboring a dream to build innovative tech products tailored to the sports industry. In his downtime, he enjoys unwinding with stand-up comedy and has a great fondness for old-school Bollywood.
Arya Malik
Director, Finance and Governance Council
Arya Malik is an SRCC graduate with a degree in Economics, and a firm believer in combining structured thinking with student-centric leadership. At Bain Capability Network, he worked as an analyst across global consulting projects in sales, marketing, and pricing diagnostics, while also standing out as one of the few analysts entrusted with organizing a 500+ person company offsite.
Arya’s interests are as diverse as his background: from competing in e-sports tournaments to speed-cubing to passionately following football, he brings curiosity, energy, and discipline to everything he takes on.
He has also cleared CFA Level I and briefly interned in wealth management, experiences that sharpened his financial acumen and analytical rigor.
Now as the Deputy Director of the Finance and Governance Council, he aims to drive financial transparency, institutionalize best practices, and ensure that every decision reflects the voice and interests of the ISB student community.
Aanya Goel
Director, Marketing & Communications Council
Aanya, a Ramjas College (DU) graduate, blends creative storytelling with strategic thinking to lead as the Director of MCC for ISB’s founding PGP YL cohort. With prior experience in market research, branding, and digital communications at Jindal Steel, Unstop, and Begin, she brings a sharp understanding of what drives meaningful engagement.
At MCC, she spearheads the content, design, and outreach strategy — crafting the voice of the cohort across internal campaigns, social media, and institutional collaborations. Previously, she led media relations at Enactus Ramjas, managed marketing campaigns, and coordinated placement initiatives, demonstrating her ability to execute with both structure and creativity.
Aanya is passionate about building legacy-driven communication frameworks that not only reflect the identity of the cohort but also inspire those to follow.
Divyansh Mittal
Director, Operations & Sustainability Council
Divyansh is a Civil Engineering graduate from NIT Kurukshetra, followed by a Master’s in Structural Engineering from IIT Kharagpur.
He began his professional journey at General Mills as an Inventory Analyst, working on inventory optimization and network design across its North American business. During his first year at ISB, he served as the Operations & Finance Head of the Music & Dance Club, strengthening its operations and supporting the execution of its activities.
Beyond academics and work, Divyansh is an avid trekking enthusiast who has undertaken several high-altitude treks across the Himalayas. He enjoys travelling, exploring different cuisines, and playing the guitar.
As Director of Operations & Sustainability Council, he aims to improve the everyday student experience at ISB while building systems and processes that create lasting value for future cohorts. Post-ISB, he hopes to transition into consulting before eventually contributing to his family business or building a venture of his own.
Anshul Jain
Director, Student Life & Sustainability Council
Anshul is an IIT Kanpur alumnus, who has always been eager to dive headfirst into campus life, conducting events, workshops and sessions especially focusing on awareness of emotional wellbeing of campus community. He holds a passion for Dance, having won multiple medals representing IITK Dance club.
Anshul has worked at Tata Projects Ltd. one of India’s premier EPC companies, gaining on ground experience in planning and project management.
At ISB’s Student Life Council, he is committed to creating an atmosphere where every student feels comfortable, included, and empowered to shape our campus culture and traditions.
Chaitanay Mittal
GSB Coordinator, PGP YL Year 1
Chaitanay Mittal graduated from IIT Delhi with a BTech in Computational Mechanics and a Minor in Business Management. He spent the next two years at Piramal Finance as a Data Scientist on the Applied AI team, shipping 15+ AI/ML products across fraud, risk, sales, and HR - work that sat at the intersection of business and AI, translating commercial questions into models the firm deployed at scale. He has since cleared CFA Level 1, extending a parallel interest in finance. At IITD, he was elected to the Board for Student Welfare and coordinated both the flagship Tech Fest and the Incubation Cell, leading teams to run cohort-scale events and onboard early-stage startups. Outside academics, he's a drummer of 10+ years and a stage actor. As Y1 GSB Coordinator, he's focused on making Year 1 an experience the cohort looks back on as both formative and genuinely fun.