Aradhya Bhagavan Arpan Ganguly Das

About Aradhya Bhagavan Arpan Ganguly Das

Aradhya Bhagavan Das is an international motivational speaker, corporate trainer, leadership coach & author known for his transformative keynotes on resilience, purpose and conscious leadership.Aradhya Bhagavan Das represents a rare convergence of gritty humanitarian service and high-level corporate strategy. An alumnus of Jadavpur University, and a former corporate leader with over a decade of experience including Big Four firms, he dramatically pivoted to a life of monastic dedication.His commitment to service is not theoretical; it was forged in the crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the world retreated indoors, Aradhya was on the ground in Kolkata, serving on the streets. As part of ISKCON’s relief teams, he worked amidst the dust and uncertainty, ensuring food and aid reached the most vulnerable. This period defined his leadership philosophy: true authority is born from service and resilience.Today, Aradhya translates that raw, ground-level empathy into the boardrooms of top multinational corporations. In a business landscape increasingly dominated by Artificial Intelligence and cyberspace, he mentors CXOs on the one asset AI cannot replicate: human consciousness. As the Dean of Bhaktivedanta Research Center and a sought-after speaker, he utilizes Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)—specifically the strategic ethics of the Bhagavad Gita—to help modern leaders navigate a VUCA world.From serving midday meals on the road to sharpening the emotional intelligence of executives at organizations like LIC, Damodar Valley Corporation etc, Aradhya Bhagavan Das bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and future-ready leadership. He teaches that to lead in the digital age, one must first master the human spirit.He speaks not to impress—but to shift mindsets and awaken a sense of calm power in individuals and teams.Key topics: Motivational Speaking | Leadership & Mindfulness | Corporate Training | Emotional Resilience | Team Cohesion | Purpose-Driven Performance | Stress Management | Conscious LeadershipEx - EA to MD & CEO at Tata Group | Ex - Big4

Experience

1. Secretary of Education

   Iskcon

   Aug 2024 — Present

Education

• Seacom Skills University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

• Jadavpur University

  Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering

• Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management

  Master of Business Administration, Marketing/Marketing Management, General