Knowledge of and access to senior talent backed with a rigorous search process is enabling us to disrupt the executive search market.

About Ishwa

Knowledge of and access to senior talent backed with a rigorous search process is enabling us to disrupt the executive search market.

We Help Top BusinessesMeet Top Leadership

Trusted Clients

Executive Searches

Client Retention

We are a leadership advisory firm

Committed to Our Clients' Success.

We founded the firm to bring the experience and processes typically followed by the largest global search firms to growth-stage startups and value-conscious firms. The strategy proved itself out and we are proud of the success we have seen.

Ishwa Consulting, an integral member of the global IMD International Search Group, leverages a vast network of partners in over 40 countries. This extensive global presence allows us to tap into top-tier talent worldwide, ensuring that our clients have access to a world of exceptional executive search resources.

OurLeadership

Arvind Pandit

Founder and Managing Partner

Arvind, founder of Ishwa, brings over 20 years of consulting expertise in organizational design, leadership development, and executive search. An IIM Calcutta alumnus, he previously led practices at Spencer Stuart and was a founding Director at Hay Group.

Shalini Gupta

Partner

Shalini is a seasoned corporate leader with 20+ years of global experience in strategy and marketing. An Independent Director at KEI Cables, she holds top academic honors from Delhi College of Engineering and FMS, Delhi University.

AdvisoryBoard

At Ishwa Consulting, we’re proud to be backed by a team of industry veterans and experts who provide us with invaluable guidance, insights, and mentorship. Our Advisory Board comprises leaders from various sectors, each bringing a unique perspective that enables us to deliver unparalleled services to our clients.

Vineet Agarwal

Ishwa Advisory Board

Vineet Agarwal, MD of TCI and President of ASSOCHAM, brings deep logistics expertise and strategic insight, guiding ISHWA’s growth through innovation, multimodal excellence, and technology-driven leadership.

Vishal Chaddha

Ishwa Advisory Board

Vishal Chaddha, an IIM Calcutta alumnus and venture leader, brings rich experience in tech, innovation, and startups. His strategic vision and investment expertise strengthen ISHWA’s focus on entrepreneurial growth and global impact through technology.

Manish Arora

Ishwa Advisory Board

Manish Arora, with 27 years in financial services and MSME banking, brings deep expertise in digital lending and ecosystem partnerships. His strategic insights strongly align with ISHWA’s vision for innovation and scalable growth.

Meet TheTeam

We work hard, we work smart, we push each other to become the best version of ourselves

Aparna Janaakirraman

Senior Consultant

Aparna Janaakirraman, with 19+ years in executive search, specializes in C-Suite hires for Industrial and Tech sectors, excelling in talent mapping, client management, and leadership team building.

Chhaya Arora

Senior Consultant

Chhaya, with 15+ years in HR and executive hiring, excels in building high-performing teams, driving diversity recruitment, and delivering strategic talent solutions through strong networks and market insights.

Namrata Singh

Senior Consultant

After a long career break and a background in sales and marketing, I expected a tough restart—but found my perfect fit in search, thriving through every step of the journey.

Preeti Sharma

Senior Consultant

What I love about the search industry is learning from leaders and peers while sharpening my business acumen, communication, and leadership skills. At Ishwa, working with top clients and talent has truly elevated my game.

Shashidhar D S

Principal Consultant

Shashidhar brings 15 years of experience in Automation, Digital Transformation, and Telecom. At Ishwa, he leads Retail, BFSI, and Pharma practices, backed by strong B2B sales and account leadership expertise.

Somanshu Kalra

Head of Operations

Somanshu, with 16+ years in marketing, presales, and project management, leads operations at Ishwa. He brings global experience across Financial Services and Telecom, backed by a strong technical foundation.

Varsha Karthik

Managing Consultant

I believe success has no limits—driven by my passion for hiring top global talent. I thrive on deep research, strong networking, and delivering results as a digital recruitment warrior.

About Ishwa

We Help Top BusinessesMeet Top Leadership

Committed to Our Clients' Success.

OurLeadership

Arvind Pandit

Shalini Gupta

AdvisoryBoard

Vineet Agarwal

Vishal Chaddha

Manish Arora

Meet TheTeam

Aparna Janaakirraman

Chhaya Arora

Namrata Singh

Preeti Sharma

OurCulture

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