Several Indian-Americans have earned spots on Atlanta Magazine’s 2024 list of the 500 most influential leaders, highlighting their significant impact and leadership roles. The list encompasses a diverse range of powerful individuals, spanning politicians, celebrities, industry veterans, activists, legends, and experts.
Among the notable Indian American figures on the list are Aparna Bhattacharyya, Rohit Malhotra, Shaneel Lalani, Ambrish Baisiwala, Sanjay Gupta, Sanjay Sehgal, Kabir Bardey, and Romil Bahl, among others.
Aparna Bhattacharyya serves as the executive director of Raksha, Inc., an organization dedicated to promoting resilience and wellness within the South Asian community through advocacy, education, and support services.
Rohit Malhotra is the founder and director of the Center for Civic Innovation, striving to address inequality by empowering individuals to shape public policies from grassroots levels.
Shaneel Lalani, CEO of Lalani Ventures, immigrated to the United States from Mumbai in 1990 and has since established himself as a successful entrepreneur, overseeing the development and management of various properties and businesses across Georgia.
Ambrish Baisiwala, CEO and chairman of Portman Holdings, boasts extensive experience in real estate development and investment, having managed significant portfolios both domestically and internationally.
Sanjay Gupta, a renowned neurosurgeon and CNN’s chief medical correspondent, is recognized for his Emmy-winning reporting and contributions to the network’s coverage of health and medical news.
Sanjay Sehgal, founder and CEO of MSys Technologies, is a prominent figure in the software engineering and digital transformation sectors, with a track record of successful ventures and leadership roles.
Kabir Bardey, founder and CEO of OneTrust, leads a leading privacy, security, and risk management technology platform, recognized for its innovation and acquisitions in the industry.
Romil Bahl, president and CEO of KORE, brings nearly three decades of experience in driving growth for SaaS and IoT companies, previously serving in leadership roles at Lochbridge, a prominent provider of digital enablement solutions.
