Indian Institute Of Logistics

Academic Advisory Committee

Academic Advisory Committee

Adv (Capt) V J Pushpakumar

Founder, Indian Institute of Logistics

Adv (Capt.) V J Pushpakumar is an innovator, visionary, relentless optimist, is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and is committed to logistics education. He is an advocate, entrepreneur, life skills coach and also the founder of Indian Institute of Logistics. At 26 years, he was the youngest captain to take command of bulk carriers. He has sailed 60 countries & 500 + ports and has worked in DP World, Ben Line, Samsara Shipping in senior management roles. He is currently practicing at Madras High Court in Maritime Law with him at helm at Ruubrik Legal.

Dr. Antonio Ragusa

Founder & Dean, Rome, Italy

Founder and Dean of Rome Business School, Italy. He teaches managerial disciplines at numerous universities and research institutes, including Roma Tre University, Luiss Guido Carli, University of Salamanca, European School of Economics, Business International. He has professional experience in Enel and Trenitalia.

Mr. G. Vipin Shankar

CEO, St.John Freight Systems Ltd

Responsible for all lines of business in India and subcontinent, including current Tuticorin ICD operations, future expansion, ocean and air freight forwarding, NVOCC, customs brokerage and multi modal transportation. As Country Head & MD – India for APL Logistics in his previous stinct was responsible for all international operations covering India, Bangladesh, Pakistan & Sri Lanka. The portfolio he covers includes all international logistics related operations.

Ms. Nadia Abdul Aziz

President, NAFL, Dubai

Ms. Nadia Abdul Aziz, President , National Association for Freight and Logistics(NAFL) is a prominent figure in the United Arab Emirates' freight and logistics sector, recognized for her leadership, expertise and dedication to advancing the industry. Currently serving as the President of the UAE National Association of Freight and Logistics (NAFL), she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this crucial position which represents more then 400 companies in the freight, shipping, and logistics industries in the country.

Dr. Melanie Mueller

Education Specialist, Melbourne, Australia

Specialising in working together with corporate companies in providing an educational career pathway for staff Melanie works as a business partner in developing a course mapping strategy, writing and applying for government course accreditations

Capt Srikanth

Master Mariner, Dubai, UAE

Master mariner with extensive nautical, commercial and practical knowledge with 30+ years experience in the marine industry. Extensive experience in bulk carriers, tankers, marine transport, cargo handling, offshore and on-shore industry. Carried out numerous vessel/ Rig inspection, surveys, Heavy lift operations, Rig and Barge moves and Marine warranty survey attending vessels.

Prof.S. Madhanagopal

Education Specialist, Chennai, India

38 Years experience and faculty at Indian Institute of Logistics from 2007. With his extensive industry experience and management skills, he is an excellent project manager and guide to students He has professional experience in leading retail marketing for Indian Oil Corporation. Supply Chain Expert, extensive knowledge in International Trade, Retail and Distribution and teaches SCM,IBM and Financial Management papers.

Mr. Nirmal Kumar J

CEO, DSAT GLOBAL

25 years of experience in IT project management and consultative technology sales. In-depth knowledge in directing distribution, transportation and warehouse, container yard, vehicle yard activities and built customized software solution. Expert solution architect with experienced in IoT,ASRS Space and Blockchain. He has implemented projects in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Japan and United States.

Ms. Priya Peter Raj

Quality Assurance Lead, Houston, USA

Over 20 years of experience in technology, delivering business critical applications in NAM energy markets Expert in Software methodologies and systems with customer-centric focus.Built and lead cross‐functional, cross‐border, multinational teams and IT and QA professionals Lean, SAFe agile practitioner, advocate of big data privacy, minimalism and green environmental practices.

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