Meet our team

Mohan Madgulkar is a highly accomplished Learning & Development professional with over three decades of experience in Human Resources, organizational development, and workplace learning. A Post Graduate in Personnel Management from the University of Pune, he has held senior leadership roles across manufacturing, insurance, and telecommunications sectors, bringing deep business insight and people expertise to every engagement.

In 2007, Mohan founded Shivalik Consultants, a workplace learning and performance improvement firm that has successfully partnered with industrial organizations, healthcare institutions, public sector enterprises, and educational establishments. His passion for experiential learning led him to the field of drama-based development in 2010, when he established the India operations of Steps Drama Learning Development, UK. Since then, he has been at the forefront of introducing and popularizing drama-based learning interventions across India and the broader South Asian region.

Over the years, Mohan has designed and delivered impactful learning experiences for more than 100 leading Indian and multinational organizations. His work has taken him beyond India to facilitate programs for global audiences in the United Kingdom, Hungary, Sweden, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, and Poland. Known for his engaging facilitation style, he combines business acumen, behavioral science, and experiential methodologies to create meaningful and lasting learning outcomes.

Mohan's professional credentials include certifications in Creative Training Techniques (Bob Pike Group, USA), Assessment Centres (XLRI Jamshedpur), Thomas Profiling, and the Basic Lab on Human Processes from the Indian Society of Applied Behavioural Sciences (ISABS). He also serves as a Visiting Faculty at the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune, where he teaches Human Resource Management to postgraduate students, shaping the next generation of HR leaders.

Dr. Roopa Hariani is a distinguished Behavioral Specialist, Corporate Trainer, Leadership Mentor and Dental Surgeon with over three decades of professional excellence. By blending the precision of a medical professional with a deep understanding of human psychology, she delivers high-impact behavioral and soft-skills training programs that transform corporate cultures and empower leadership teams.

Vishal Mahesh is a multifaceted personality with a strong and vibrant stage presence. A Certified Trainer, Toastmaster, Theatre Artist and passionate Tennis Player, he handles every role with consummate ease.

He has twice been the President of LA1924 — Bangalore's most popular and oldest Toastmasters Public Speaking club — and has won many awards and accolades for public speaking excellence.

Vishal is part of various theatre groups and has performed all over Bangalore. He has also ventured into filmmaking, co-producing and acting in various short films short listed for film festivals.

He makes learning more meaningful and mindful with everyday examples, relatable topics, quotes, thoughts, and a clear communication style.

Vishal strongly believes in the mantra: "Count your life by smiles not tears, count your age by friends not years."

Kasturi stands at the intersection of theatre, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. With over a decade of experience in theatre and performance, she has harnessed the power of storytelling to inspire confidence, courage, and meaningful transformation.

As a seasoned actress and facilitator with Vibes Drama, Kasturi has been part of numerous stage performances and drama-based learning interventions, particularly in the areas of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for corporates and educational institutions. Her ability to bring complex human experiences to life through performance creates powerful moments of reflection, learning, and dialogue, helping individuals discover their voice, embrace their strengths, and unlock their full potential.

Beyond the stage, Kasturi is a passionate advocate for women's empowerment and workplace equity. As a mother of two who has navigated the challenges of balancing professional ambitions with personal responsibilities, she brings authenticity, empathy, and practical insight to conversations around inclusion and equal opportunity. Her own experiences have deepened her understanding of the unique barriers faced by working mothers and women professionals, fueling her commitment to creating more equitable workplaces.

Through her work, she champions the idea that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive, grow, and contribute without being constrained by societal expectations or systemic barriers. Her blend of lived experience, entrepreneurial spirit, and artistic expression makes her a compelling voice for empowerment and positive change.