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Sukh Sandhu Director , CAQA(Compliance and Quality Assurance) Sukh Sandhu: Architect of Innovation in Education and Compliance Sukh Sandhu stands as a prominent figure in education, compliance, and media innovation. With over three decades of experience, he has shaped industries through strategic leadership and a commitment to excellence. His career reflects a combination of entrepreneurial drive and educational passion, influencing global standards. In 2025, Sukh Sandhu delivered a landmark keynote at the Australasian Entrepreneurs & Business Summit, outlining a compliance-first blueprint for AI adoption in the Australian VET sector. He championed practical frameworks for embedding AI ethics, transparency, and fairness into RTO governance, solidifying his thought leadership amidst Australia’s rapid digital transformation. Early Beginnings and Initial Ventures Sandhu’s professional journey began at a remarkably young age. At eight, he earned his first paid role, receiving twenty rupees for a dance performance at a cultural event. This early exposure to public performance sparked an interest in communication that would shape much of his later work. After completing his Advanced Diploma in Emerging Technologies, Sandhu joined Webcom Technologies USA at their Solan Center as a junior web designer and developer. His skills led to rapid advancement; within two months, he became a Web Online Analyst and Web Designer Developer. Soon after, he assumed the role of Manager of Marketing and Training. Sandhu credits key mentors for shaping his early career. He acknowledges Vikas Dhingra, an engineer, for his first major opportunity. Other influential figures include Sushma Gurung, Manager of Enrollments at MIT, and Anna Haranas, Manager of Training, Graduation, and Professional Development at Gowrie Victoria. Entry into Media and Broadcasting Sandhu’s interest in media became prominent during his role as an official Twitter Jockey for Star Plus and Disney, India’s largest TV channels. He promoted the show Dancing with the Stars, known as Nach Baliye, by engaging audiences on social media platforms. In 2009, he founded Australia’s first online radio station in Hindi and Punjabi, named Sukh Radio. This initiative addressed a gap in cultural broadcasting for Indian communities in Australia. He later joined Radio Haanji, Australia’s leading Punjabi radio station, as a radio jockey. There, he interviewed numerous celebrities, enhancing his profile in media circles. Sandhu also contributed writings on vocational education, compliance, and management for various publications, promoting knowledge and best practices. His global influence in digital communication earned him recognition as one of the world’s top ten social media experts, reflecting his ability to connect with international audiences online. Sandhu regularly delivers keynotes for Fortune 500 summits, UN convenings, and sector peak bodies. He sits on advisory boards for multiple international reform programs, sharing insight on risk, innovation, and regulatory best practices with governments and global business consortia Academic Achievements and Teaching Career Sandhu pursued extensive higher education to strengthen his expertise. He holds multiple Master’s degrees in Business Administration from institutions including Amity University and MIT. Nearly fifteen years ago, he completed the Graduate Diploma of Management in Learning, the highest qualification in Vocational Education and Training. This credential equipped him with advanced knowledge in curriculum development, assessment, and instructional design. His academic portfolio also includes Advanced Diplomas and Diplomas, along with specialized certificates in cybersecurity and digital investigations. Additional qualifications cover accounting, finance, and related graduate diplomas. As a lecturer, Sandhu taught subjects including Information Technology, Business, Management, Project Management, Training and Assessment, and Multimedia and Web Designing. He delivered courses at Heights, ZED (Zee TV Education Center), NIIT, Aptech, MIT, TMG, Australian Catholic University, CCI, and ICTM. His teaching excellence earned him recognition as one of the 121 best educators worldwide. His approach inspires students to acquire essential skills for their fields. Sandhu also held editorial roles at The VET Sector, The Education Times, and The HE Sector. As editor of The VET Sector, Australia’s leading vocational education magazine, he shares insights on industry developments. Founding Key Organizations and Leadership Roles Sandhu founded and directs Compliance and Quality Assurance (CAQA) and Career Calling International. These organizations have transformed the Australian education and regulatory compliance landscapes. Through CAQA and Career Calling, he has collaborated with thousands of organizations in Australia and abroad, focusing on risk mitigation, ISO certification, RTO governance, legal reform, and executive development. His leadership empowers institutions to exceed national and international standards. He provides signature services that improve systems, empower individuals, and drive operational excellence. As a visionary executive, Sandhu has launched multiple ventures and spearheaded policy reforms in education, migration, and risk management. His work reflects dedication to public value and strategic insight. In consulting, he advises CEOs, audits RTOs, delivers national keynotes, and manages global projects. He combines technical mastery with executive foresight to provide strategies yielding measurable results. Sandhu embraces innovation by adopting new technologies and methodologies to enhance services. He fosters partnerships to share knowledge and best practices. Expertise in Compliance and Risk Management Sandhu’s work as an RTO and compliance consultant spans many years. He ensures institutions meet legal requirements while optimizing student outcomes. He collaborates with faculty, staff, and administrators to prevent issues, enhance safety, and develop policies aligned with government regulations. His efforts create supportive learning environments. With a strong academic foundation, he advises on classroom instruction and assists educators in designing engaging experiences. He supports curriculum and assessment improvements. As a registered migration agent, he navigates complex migration laws, with status verified through official registers. Sandhu holds Fellowship status with the Australian Institute of Training and Development, recognizing over ten years in training, learning, and development. This honor reflects his significant contributions. He has conducted thousands of internal and external audits as an ISO 9001 lead auditor, including work for Hammond Institute and various RTO delegates. Staying current, he attends education conferences and tracks legislative changes to inform clients of new regulations affecting operations. Through conference presentations and workshops, he promotes compliance awareness in educational settings, encouraging safer learning spaces. Sandhu has served schools and universities in the United States, India, and Australia. His proactive approach anticipates challenges and recommends improvements. He integrates technological advancements

Raja Srinivas Pedada Managing Director at Investment Company & Energy group Raja Pedada Srinivas: Driving Resilient Energy Infrastructure Through Strategic Leadership and Global Partnerships Raja Srinivas Pedada is a seasoned leader in investment and energy whose career blends technical mastery, strategic execution, and cross-border dealmaking into a singular vision for building resilient power infrastructure across the Middle East and Africa. As Managing Director of an Investment Company and Energy group associated with Sabson Energy and promoted by leading funding organizations, he has focused on turnkey delivery, operational excellence, and lasting partnerships that translate complex energy needs into bankable, real-world solutions with measurable impact. His journey reflects three decades of continuous advancement, beginning with deep technical foundations in mechanical and production engineering and evolving into an executive profile known for closing landmark transactions and steering engineering programs that serve public utilities and industrial clients in challenging markets. His leadership emphasizes integrity, reliability, and service capability at scale, aligning investor ambition with operational rigor in regions where energy availability is pivotal for growth and stability. Vision Grounded in Execution At the core of Raja Srinivas’s leadership is a practical vision: build and operate power assets that deliver reliable energy while maintaining service excellence and transparency for stakeholders. He has repeatedly championed a model that centers on ownership and long-term management of energy projects, with BOO and BOOT structures enabling the development and operation of generation assets that can scale with local demand. This approach has proven effective for bridging gaps in utility capacity and delivering cost-efficient power in underserved areas while ensuring viability for investors and operators alike. That philosophy extends to technology selection and lifecycle support. He places equal emphasis on procurement standards, maintenance architecture, and warranty administration as on deal structuring, ensuring assets stay productive and reliable well beyond commissioning. The model is designed to be agile and attentive to on-the-ground realities, a necessity in markets where logistics, policy, and grid conditions can change quickly. Building With Partnerships and Capital Alignment A hallmark of his leadership is the ability to align financiers, industrial partners, and technology providers behind viable, impactful energy projects. In 2009, collaboration with Sabson and leading investor groups enabled the creation of an investment company dedicated to power projects, with funding support such as the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development, enabling programs that delivered dispatchable capacity in difficult settings. The subsequent implementation of Yemen’s first independent power project in Hadhramaut stands as an example of how thoughtful structuring, capable operations, and strong local integration can keep essential assets operating reliably even in challenging environments. This partnership-driven model has broadened into a portfolio that includes rental PPAs, public-private partnerships, and multi-country operating footprints. The group’s diversification and international reach have been anchored by a disciplined investment thesis and a service network optimized for remote operations and responsive support, creating the capacity to both own and operate assets and to deliver EPC and service solutions where independent power is essential. Scaling Reliable Power Across Regions The scale of work under Raja Srinivas’s leadership spans the Middle East, Africa, and select markets in Europe and Asia. Projects and service lines have included utility supply, industrial power, and rehabilitation of major assets, structured around capacity additions and lifecycle service to meet evolving demand. In several markets, this has meant building not just generation but also the systems, processes, and teams required for stable long-term operation. Central to these outcomes is an operational playbook that prioritizes uptime, rapid fault resolution, and clear performance metrics for stakeholders. The emphasis on customer service and technological enhancement supports reliability targets and cost control, ensuring that generating units and associated infrastructure continue to deliver predictable output in line with contractual commitments and local grid conditions. Technology, Renewables, and Hybrid Futures While thermal assets remain a backbone across many of the regions served, Raja Srinivas has advanced a technology roadmap that integrates high-efficiency engines, optimized O&M regimes, and collaborations with global OEMs. Affiliations such as those with MAN Energy Solutions, Wartsila, Rolls-Royce Power Systems etc., for multi-site power stations show how OEM integration can accelerate deployment and standardize the support model. This creates consistency across projects and simplifies training, spares, and digital service analytics across fleets. More recently, strategic attention has turned to renewable energy and storage, with carefully phased programs in solar and hybrid architectures designed to complement existing assets and grid realities. The aim is not only decarbonization but also system resilience, enabling flexible, dispatchable capacity to work alongside clean generation as markets evolve and regulatory frameworks mature. This balanced trajectory helps align investor returns with sustainability commitments in a pragmatic, scalable way. Leadership Ethos and Team Culture Colleagues and partners describe a leadership style that is demanding yet supportive, with a strong focus on hands-on guidance and accountability. The organization invests in continuous training and a culture that values initiative, precision, and problem-solving, particularly in environments where rapid adaptation is indispensable. This culture underpins delivery performance and is reflected in recognition for timely project execution and service excellence. That ethos is also evident in how customers and stakeholders are engaged. Transparent communications, careful risk assessments, and proactive mitigation strategies are standard practice, enabling trust and repeat collaboration. The result is a reinforcing cycle where capabilities lead to confidence, confidence leads to bold projects, and bold projects expand regional reach and influence. Shaping Markets with Public Purpose The energy landscape in the Middle East and Africa has often been tested by rapid growth, infrastructure gaps, and macroeconomic volatility. Raja Srinivas’s work positions energy delivery as a platform for social and economic advancement, aiming to stabilize supply for utilities and industries while creating local jobs and service ecosystems. The projects he leads are designed to contribute not only megawatts but also capacity building, skills transfer, and institutional confidence in independent power models. Advocacy for sustainability in these markets takes a pragmatic form. By integrating efficiency improvements, exploring hybrid models, and building PPP frameworks, his teams help lay the groundwork for a cleaner, more

Chitra Shinde VPO of DHL Singapore Chitra Shinde’s journey in the logistics industry is marked by her exceptional leadership and dedication to operational excellence. After completing her education, she embarked on her career with DHL Express as a Management Trainee, where she quickly became captivated by the global scale of the company’s operations. With a profound understanding that operations lie at the core of business success, Chitra has continuously sought opportunities to learn, grow, and innovate throughout her career. Selected for Commitment to Operational Excellence As the Head of Operations at DHL Express Singapore, Chitra is focused on executing the company’s global strategy, which aims to accelerate sustainable growth across four key bottom lines: becoming the employer of choice, provider of choice, investment of choice, and most recently, the green logistics of choice. Singapore’s reputation as a best-in-class operation is a testament to her leadership, particularly as the company has already converted 30% of its ground fleet to electric vehicles, with plans to expand this fleet through 2030. Under her stewardship, DHL Express has launched the “GoGreen Plus” service, utilizing Sustainable Aviation Fuel to help customers reduce carbon emissions associated with their shipments. Chitra’s commitment to enhancing customer value through innovative solutions positions DHL Express as a leader in high-growth industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, and Life Sciences. Why Chitra Shinde Deserves the Title of “Most Prestigious Female Leader of the Year” Visionary Leadership in Sustainability Chitra’s strategic vision extends beyond operational excellence; it embodies a commitment to sustainability. Her focus on green logistics not only reflects a forward-thinking approach but also addresses the pressing challenges of climate change. By pioneering initiatives that promote electric vehicle use and sustainable aviation, she is setting a standard for the logistics industry and inspiring others to follow suit. Recognition and Accolades in 2024  In 2024, DHL Express Singapore has received numerous accolades, including the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Innovation Silver Award from the Singapore Logistics Association and certification as a Great Place to Work for the eighth consecutive time. Furthermore, the company has been recognized as the number one Great Place to Work in Singapore for the fourth year running and ranked first by The Straits Times in the Best Customer Service 2024/25 list under the “Transportation and Travel – Shipping and Delivery Services” category. The Friend of Singapore Red Cross award, received from the President of Singapore for its partnership with the Red Cross, highlights the company’s commitment to social responsibility. A Purpose-Driven Approach to Operations Chitra firmly believes in DHL Express’s mission of “Connecting People, Improving Lives,” which serves as a compass for her daily operations and decision-making. This purpose provides clarity and stability, guiding actions that enhance the company’s mission, especially during challenging times. The active participation in community initiatives through various Go programs—GoHelp, GoTeach, GoTrade, and GoGreen—further underscores her commitment to making a positive impact. Advice for Aspiring Professionals in Operations Management Chitra advises aspiring professionals in operations management to embrace the challenges of the field. She emphasizes the importance of adding value to the team, customers, and stakeholders while maintaining a positive workplace atmosphere. Chitra encourages collaboration, creativity, and curiosity, stressing the need for resilience and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Most importantly, she underscores the significance of being human—showing courage, empathy, and vulnerability while celebrating collective success.

Kavitha Srinivasulu Head Of Cyber Security & Data Privacy TCS In a constantly evolving digital landscape where cyber threats and data privacy concerns are at an all-time high, Kavitha Srinivasulu has emerged as a formidable force in cybersecurity. Her commitment to risk and compliance, coupled with her transformative leadership style, has earned her the prestigious accolade of “Most Innovative Female Leader of the Year” for 2024 by the CXO Global Team. Kavitha’s journey exemplifies resilience, adaptability, and a passion for overcoming obstacles to drive meaningful change in the field of cybersecurity. Selected for her Passion-Driven Journey into Cybersecurity Kavitha’s motivation to pursue a career in cybersecurity stemmed from her deep-rooted interest in risk management and compliance. Reflecting on her path, she explains, “I always had an interest and passion toward risk and compliance, and my journey has been a transformative process of change—both on a personal and professional level.” Kavitha’s relentless pursuit of excellence in overcoming challenges has allowed her to identify and harness her inner strengths, enabling her to succeed in the male-dominated field of cybersecurity.  Staying Ahead in the Ever-Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape She remains data-driven and customer-focused, continuously updating her knowledge and skillset to meet new regulatory demands and technological advancements. “I strongly believe in joining hands to build a threat-free environment and cyber-safe working culture,” Kavitha states, emphasizing her dedication to fostering awareness of cybersecurity at every opportunity. Her influence goes beyond the corporate world. Kavitha takes proactive steps to educate the public on data privacy, frequently participating in forums, schools, and colleges to spread awareness. She is recognized by experts in the field for her contributions and dedication to society, constantly working to shape how the cybersecurity domain is perceived and understood. Innovation and Leadership in Cybersecurity Being recognized as the “Most Innovative Female Leader of the Year” has deepened Kavitha’s resolve to push the boundaries of what is possible in cybersecurity. For her, leadership in this domain is not just about managing systems but about anticipating and adapting to emerging challenges. Kavitha emphasizes the importance of fostering collaboration and continuous learning, both within her teams and across the broader industry. “A cybersecurity leader must instill confidence in their team, inspire innovation, and promote a proactive approach to risk management,” she notes, highlighting how her strategic mindset and wealth of experience have allowed her to drive meaningful change. Overcoming Challenges with Resilience and Drive Kavitha’s professional journey is marked by resilience, adaptability, and a self-driven nature that has helped her overcome numerous barriers. As a woman in cybersecurity, she has faced her share of challenges, but she has consistently turned these obstacles into opportunities for growth. “Through the highs and lows of life, my mentors and friends have been firm companions,” she reflects, crediting her support system for instilling in her the value of dreaming big and working hard. Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals Kavitha’s advice to the next generation of cybersecurity leaders is simple but powerful: resilience, passion, and hard work are key to success. “The more you do something with love and passion, the easier it becomes,” she advises. She encourages young professionals to embrace challenges, upskill themselves, and never give up on their dreams. In her words, “Take your first step, voice your ideas, collaborate, and believe in yourself. Only you can help yourself achieve your dreams.”

Lionel Lodge Founder, CEO at SyncLodge Kindly brief us about the outset story of your career. I have been connected to or worked in the entertainment industry for all my life. My father (Tom Lodge) was program director and main DJ on the first pirate radio station Radio Caroline that is cited for starting the British music explosion in the 1960’s. For most  of my career my main focus has been as a music writer, performer, producer, and recording artist. I have written hundreds of songs and co-written many more. I have played thousands of shows in many countries. But,  along the way I have also founded and managed a number of successful companies, all inspired by seeing distinct needs in the industry and setting out to answer those needs. As a successful leader, which three personal qualities do you believe contributed most to your success? It is always a different set of points depending on the challenge, timing is one, hard work is another but I think the main elements that have contributed to me being able to build companies that realized their goals is: Recognizing talent needed to build cohesive and productive teams. Listening to others, especially critical perspectives that have reason. And, not shying away from climbing tall mountains. I think if you are going to climb a mountain, why climb a small one? What are the aims and ideals that guide you as an individual and a professional? Having a positive impact is always key. For a company to grow and survive in the long term it needs to offer tangable, positive benefits for all whom it engages. The only good deal is where both sides win. This is not an easy thing to do, a win/win deal. There is always the fear of the other side’s motives. Are they being honest with their intent and their motives? I find taking the chance, being the lead with honesty in negotiations is a great way to move things forward in a positive way. It is also a great way to relieve tension and let the other side know you are at the table to build a long term, positive business relationship. This is also the same way to build long-term personal relationships, showing who you are. While starting your journey, what challenges did you encounter and how they were overcome? When working towards a vision of a better future, it isn’t an easy task to have others recognize and believe in that vision. Enthusiasm for a goal is easy when things run smoothly, which really is very rare. It takes digging in and doing the heavy lifting when the climb is steep and the top is not in sight. Keeping clarity on the “why we are doing this” is very important, for the whole team. When problems happen, which they always do, not making them a personal failure is very important. If someone dropped the ball it is the job of the rest of the team to pick it up and carry it to the goal line. Inspiring this ethic is the one of the jobs of the team leader. In addition to that, it is a very big business world that has tens of millions of companies all pushing to climb to the top of their sector, all racing to be the head of innovation. I think the trick is staying focused on your road map, while being open to adjusting, pivoting to the changing needs of the market and the changes that other’s innovations bring. Again, the why, the long term why, is very important. Who is your biggest inspiration in life? I have many and it has changed along the way. My father and my mother have been, major and, obviously, initial inspirations who have  taught me things that I carried through the years. My wife Karin is a big inspiration to me. She is a larger than life exponent for the truth and reality, not ever feeling sorry for yourself but proving what you are made of when things seem impossible. I also have had many heroes through my life, people I have admired for their ability to conquer obstacles and adversity, to go against the odds and keep pushing on a vision. One of my favourite quotes is from Benjamin Franklin,  goes something like this, 98% of human failure is from giving up just before success is obtained. This is a little frustrating as you never know if the current wall you face is the last one before success. But it does give the perspective of pushing through, continuing on and not stopping the climb till the top is reached. What would be your future endeavours and where do you see yourself in the near future? I am deeply focused on what SyncLodge is doing and the goals we have for the long term future, the positive effect we have and will have on the creative industries. Our roadmap is long, with some very steep climbs. I mark my future on SyncLodge obtaining these goals. I believe heavily in cooperation, not competition. Though competition can be healthy, cooperation breathes oxygen into an industry. I see SyncLodge being a part of a very energized ecosystem of companies all delivering positive change in a cohesive, involved, tide raising drive towards a healthy, creative world. We have the vision to end paperwork and move the sync industry into the digital world. Although incredible, the sync licensing is still reliant on manual, human, time intensive administrative tasks while the world is getting ready for an AI revolution. We will not only keep pace but we will lead the change. Mention some of the notable recognitions and accreditations received by your organization and person. We have won some very flattering recognitions over the year since we launched including winning the 2022/23 Specialist Media Platform Of The Year. I am very proud of these and am consistently very surprised that we have been noticed and recognized. I have won business

Tigran Hass Lab Director, Associate Professor, Guest Research Scholar at KTH Royal Institute of Technology The mother of all things, according to most great leaders, is the courage to dare to see and act when others do not. One such inspiring figure is Tigran Haas. He is the associate professor of urban development, planning and design and sustainable urbanism at KTH – The Royal Institute of Technology. Tigran maintains clear action items, goals, and objectives in the form of KPIs and CSFs, or Key Performance Indicators and Critical Success Factors, respectively. Along with an optimistic outlook, a clear goal, a fairly easier approach, and multitasking, he places a high value on respect and reward! The Story of an Inspirational and Charismatic Leader   Tigran’s childhood dreams included being a top-tier architect and, afterwards, an elite urbanist. After high school, his aspirations of becoming an architect began to materialize. Later, when the complexity of cities and the spaces between them, rather than a single building, became an enormous magnet, these ambitions transformed into urban planning and urban design, also known as urbanism. Tigran completed his post-graduate and doctoral studies in environmental science and regional planning & development in the USA. He mentions, “The fact I got drawn into academia by pure chance or maybe by some strange set of circumstances was maybe a blessing in disguise. I guess those that cannot make it in the real world, they end up teaching, or those riding tiger cannot dismount.” While his mother worked as a lab researcher, chemist, and biotechnology specialist at MIT and the FDA, among other places, Tigran’s father was a university professor of theoretical physics and philosophy of science who used to visit the US frequently. This may have had some influence, but in some ways, his own path and the allure of academia—particularly the work with students, the thrilling exploration of gaps across courses, and the complexity of cities—were what truly captivated Tigran. The tenure-track position at KTH, where he is currently an Associate Professor of urban planning and urban design, is undoubtedly exceptional, and so is his research scholar position at MIT in Cambridge/Boston, the most esteemed and top-ranked university in the entire world. Tigran is currently working as a guest research fellow at the esteemed MIT Norman B. Leventhal Centre for Advanced Urbanism (LCAU). Prestigious Achievements Tigran lives by the 5Ps: Passion, Perseverance, Professionalism, Persuasion, and Playfulness! These are the five pillars of his professional life. Also, he feels that it is extremely important to use one’s talent to its fullest, to be courageous, and persevering while believing in one’s ideas. Talking about his greatest accomplishments, Tigran says, “I have written over 100 scholarly articles, 50 Conference Papers, 10 books, 3 Research Anthologies, and have been involved in teaching in International educational programs in urban planning, urban design, real estate development, environmental science and project and strategic management. I have supervised over 15 Ph.D. students as well as over 125 masters’ students.” He states his most rewarding experience was teaching project and strategic management for over 8 years at KTH (Stockholm) and ZSEM (Zagreb), where he learned the key elements of how to run projects, work with teams and people as well as lead and strategically assess the work and business environment, all which has helped him in running centres, labs and projects. Tigran takes great pride in serving as a steward to four honorary doctors at KTH, including Richard Florida, Saskia Sassen, Edward Glaeser, and Manuel Castells, one of the greatest urban thinkers of today. He has a Ph.D. and is currently pursuing postdoctoral fellowships at UC Berkeley, MIT, and the University of Michigan. Apart from that, he is now writing five new books for 2022–2025! KTH – Encouraging Sustainable Urban Development Tigran mentions, “Together with business and society, KTH is working on sustainable solutions to some of humanity’s greatest challenges: climate change, the energy supply of the future, urbanization and quality of life for a rapidly growing, aging population. KTH’s research and education cover both science and all branches of technology as well as architecture, industrial economics, social planning, history and philosophy.” Haas asserts that the institution views the evolving role of urban planning and design within broader interdisciplinary fields, as well as its consequences on people’s surroundings and social lives, as its primary professional concern. The mature story, in his opinion, began with CAL LAB and continued at the Centre for the Future of Places, which was founded to advance sustainable urban development by changing the focus of urban discourse from objects to places in order to advance healthy and liveable cities, within the fields of urban planning and urban design. The Mission and Objectives of KTH KTH – The Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, founded in 1827, has grown to become one of Europe’s top technical universities and a significant hub for knowledge growth. Diversity-Equality, Internationalization & Sustainability are the three pillars of KTH’s vision, according to President Sigbritt Karlsson. From these ideologies, Tigran draws a handful of conclusions. First, it must demonstrate a dedication to breadth and brilliance in all areas of human inquiry, not just one specific one; second, world-class universities do cutting-edge research while simultaneously instructing the next generation, its students. Third, top universities must provide their researchers with the flexibility to try new things, succeed, and sometimes fail. Last but not least, barriers are permeable at leading institutions. KTH, Sweden’s largest institution for technical education and research, brings together students, researchers and faculty from all over the world. Additionally, the innovative climate promotes versatile solutions and its education creates a new generation of engineers, architects and teachers! Hardships brought on by Covid-19 In this new digital age, institutions are better positioned in a network society. Universities and college campuses, like those at MIT and KTH-Royal Institute of Technology, are places where students learn, interact, and live close to one another. They are also the centre of social and cultural hubs, bringing together students from all over the world to create social and human capital.