ABOUT US
At YGROO, we are a social enterprise dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering collaboration with institutions, industries, governments, and non-profits.
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Our commitments are rooted in a comprehensive approach to personal growth and societal advancement.
OUR LEADERSHIP
150 years of experience I Industry veterans I Pioneers I Domain experts I Individuals driven by a social cause
DR KANIKA SINGH
MANAGING PARTNER
Social Entrepreneur I Grassroot Level Social Leader I Corporate Executive I Dental Surgeon | Custodian of the YGROO's Commitments
Previous Position
Chief Executive Officer
Oak Dew Natural Springs
Executive Director
Amenity Hub & Services
Executive Director HotelCommerce
Senior Dental Surgeon
RICHARD GEDDES
SENIOR PARTNER
International Student Recruitment specialist I 25+ years experience in the education industry in leadership positions in Australia & UK.
Previous Positions
Director Admissions & Recruitment at University of Adelaide I Admissions, Recruitment, Educational Partnerships – Murdoch University & Edith Cowen University, Australia.
HIMANSHU S PANWAR
MANAGING PARTNER
Digitalization pioneer I Serial Entrepreneur I Many Industry firsts to his credit I Total of 30+ years experience | 16 years at CEO level
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Previous Positions
Chairman Ecommerce Internet & Mobile Association of India Founder - HotelCommerce
Managing Director - Travelguru
Managing Director - Travelocity
Head of Distribution & Electronic S&M - Taj Hotels (IHCL)
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LEAH SHMERLING
SENIOR PARTNER
Specialist in career coaching, corporate training, academic teaching, vocational training, and retirement coaching | 36 years of experience
Previous Positions
Authored 24 Courses & 160 Micro Credentials.
Trainer Small Business Victoria,
VECCI, CPA Australia,
Australian Institute of Management
DR SATINDER RANA
GENERAL COUNSEL
Phd, MLitt, MBA, LLM, MA I Career Bureaucrat (IRS 1988) I Tax Administrator I Academician I Corporate Executive I 40+ years of Experience.
Previous Positions
Chief Commissioner of Income Tax - Govt Of India I Principal Commissioner I Additional Director General Vigilance (ITD) I Director Sports Ministry & Youth Affairs (Govt of India)
OUR COMMITMENTS
Helping Individuals Unlock their Potential
Self-Discovery & Alignment
We guide individuals in discovering their personalities, true interests, and talents, helping them find occupations that best align with their passions and personal attributes.
Competency Awareness & Development.
We assist individuals in identifying their competencies matrix and gaps based on their chosen occupation or life stage and develop on these to support their career and life goals.
COMMITMENTS
Partnering for Collective Impact, with Institutions, Industries, Governments and Non-Profits
Educational Accessibility & Inclusivity
Collaborating with diverse sectors, we strive to make learning environments more accessible, affordable, and inclusive, with a particular emphasis on supporting women and underprivileged communities.
Competency Awareness & Development.
We partner with stakeholders to identify competency gaps, inspire skill development, and increase the number of people with relevant skills for financial success, ensuring initiatives are delivered with speed and quality.
Safety & Sustainable Practices
Our commitment extends to promoting safe working environments, enhancing knowledge and capacity to address climate change, and ensuring data protection and cybersecurity through targeted initiatives.
Together, through these commitments, we aim to create a dynamic ecosystem where individuals can thrive and collective efforts lead to meaningful and sustainable progress.
COMMITMENTS
YGROO's Commitments & their Alignment with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals
Self-Discovery & Alignment
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SDG 4: Quality Education - By helping individuals discover their true interests and talents and aligning these with suitable career paths, YGROO contributes to inclusive and equitable quality education, promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Competency Awareness & Development
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - Developing the competencies needed for career success supports this goal by promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
Safety & Sustainable Practices
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SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being - Advocating for safe working environments helps ensure healthy lives and promotes well-being for all at all ages.
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SDG 13: Climate Action - By building knowledge and capacity to combat climate change, YGROO supports urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions - Strengthening data protection and cybersecurity aligns with promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, providing access to justice, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions.
Skill Development & Economic Empowerment
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SDG 1: No Poverty - By increasing the number of individuals with the skills necessary for financial success, YGROO contributes to eradicating poverty in all its forms everywhere.
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - This also supports achieving higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading, and innovation.
Educational Accessibility & Inclusivity
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SDG 5: Gender Equality - YGROO’s focus on making education accessible and inclusive, particularly for women and underprivileged groups, supports achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls.
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities - Ensuring equal access to education and resources helps reduce inequality within and among countries.