Ramesh, a Ph.D. holder in Entrepreneurial Finance specializing in Venture Capital and Private Equity, brings extensive expertise to the table. He contributed significantly as a research team member for the influential India Venture Capital and Private Equity Reports in 2016 and 2017, and also served as a sub-editor for the 2018 Report. He played a pivotal role in the establishment of YNOS Venture Engine, a startup focused on supporting entrepreneurs, angel investors, incubators, and other ecosystem players. His research findings have been showcased at prestigious international conferences, including the ISDSI International Conference at IIM Trichy, India Finance Conference at IIM Kolkata, and 3rd Entrepreneurial Finance Conference in Milan, Italy. He has made noteworthy contributions to leading journals such as the Journal of Alternative Investments. Additionally, as a Scientist at CREST, he collaborates with faculty, research scholars, and visiting scholars, actively engaging in diverse research activities and programs.

Shanmugapriya has a Bachelors' degree in Computer Science Engineering and a Masters' degree in Software Engineering, followed by a decade of experience in various positions in industry and academic Institutions. She is a university rank holder during her post-graduation from College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University. As the manager of the Centre, her responsibilities encompass a diverse range of critical functions aimed at ensuring the seamless execution and success of projects. At the core of her role is the meticulous maintenance and organization of all project-related records, fostering an environment of transparency and accountability. She serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, involved in project coordination, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams and external outsourcing partners. Beyond internal stakeholders, she actively engage with external parties to explore collaboration opportunities that can enhance project outcomes.

Reeba Devaraj is an economics graduate with more than 18 years of experience in development and social research. She has worked with leading research companies and academic institutions and has designed and implemented qualitative and quantitative research studies at both the regional and national levels and has a strong track record of analysing data with a special focus on SPSS.