Ekta Kumar has worked for some of the biggest brands globally. With an illustrious corporate career spanning 23 years (2000-2022), she brings a wealth of experience garnered from global, regional and local leadership roles at prominent organizations including Samsung, Shell, Airtel, Deloitte, and ICICI. Throughout her diverse career trajectory, she has developed a profound understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and this knowledge has positioned her well as an independent consultant serving global and local corporations across various sectors.  

Ekta's commitment to sustainability goes beyond her corporate roles. She plays a pivotal role as a CII Sustainability Assessor, collaborating with the Confederation of Indian Industries, the largest industry body in India. She has assessed numerous corporates on their ESG practices across diverse sectors, including textile, IT, white goods, automotive manufacturing among others. Additionally, her participation as a GLG Member further reflects her dedication to advancing sustainable practices.

Ekta’s contributions have been internationally recognized through prestigious awards including the Prince Michael International Award in London and the Shell Global CEO Award in the Hague affirming her exceptional contributions to sustainable development

What truly sets Ekta apart is her unwavering commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and driving positive change for a more sustainable future. She has partnered with the government on various initiatives ranging from access to renewable energy to bio-diversity plantations to digital skilling and education as well as road safety. 

Beyond consulting, Ekta serves on multiple boards and is a distinguished speaker at prominent platforms like G20 Summit, Josh Talks, IIM, ISB, IMT, IRMA, CII, FICCI and other industry associations. Her engagement underscores her dedication to fostering knowledge sharing and meaningful impact.