Ask Talent Service has been created to cater to the market demand of providing the right talent for the right job. Our entire team worked on the market requirements for three years to come up with “ASK Benchmarks” which enables us to evaluate the candidates on the job relevant parameters of like Domain Knowledge, Sales Orientation, Oral and written communication skills, Personal Grooming and Presentation, Listening Skills and Problem-Solving Skills. These parameters ensure that the candidate is the best fit for the required job. We have our customized AI engine to ensure quick churning of large candidates’ data. Our team consists of senior recruiters, industry experts, instructional designers and data scientists.

Our Team

Dr. Akhil Shahani
Dr. Akhil Shahani
Managing Director

Dr. Akhil Shahani is the Managing Director of The Shahani Group, which runs a franchised range of colleges. His colleges incorporate global, industry-oriented education systems that make their graduates truly employable. With an MBA graduate from the Kellogg School of Management and a Doctorate in Education from the University of Liverpool, Akhil is trying to bring international methods of education to India. He believes that quality education involves academic learning and developing one’s network, personality, and values. In addition, Akhil serves as the Chairman of Global Discovery Schools, which is a franchised chain of 14 innovative schools. He was previously a venture partner at Kaizen Private Equity, which invests in education. He also mentors young entrepreneurs in his spare time. Akhil has been listed among the 10 most influential education entrepreneurs and one of the top 50 thought leaders in higher education. He is the recipient of many awards for his work in education, like the Jamnalal Bajaj Award, the Bharat Shiromani Award, PIMR Outstanding Educationist Award, Rex Karamveer Chakra Gold Award, the Bharat Gaurav Award, and the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award, among others.

Jugnu Dutta
Jugnu Dutta
Vice President Corporate Relations

An MBA graduate from the University of Strathclyde, UK, is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in business development, corporate relations, and stakeholder partnerships across India and Europe. He has a proven track record of success, having spearheaded multiple business turnarounds and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and innovative product designs. As Vice President of Corporate Relations & Sales at Shahani Group, Jugnu leads key initiatives, securing significant investments and partnerships through his strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Ashwathi Athilat
Ashwathi Athilat
Vice President- Marketing & Investor Relations

Creative and versatile communications professional with a demonstrated track record of over 15 years in developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications campaigns that effectively contribute to sales and revenue goals. Hands-down experience in diverse aspects of traditional marketing, Digital and New Media Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, and Market Research across a diverse portfolio of industries.

Sunita Nirantar
Sunita Nirantar
Manager - Placement
Dr. Akhil Shahani
Dr. Akhil Shahani
Managing Director

Dr. Akhil Shahani is the Managing Director of The Shahani Group, which runs a franchised range of colleges. His colleges incorporate global, industry-oriented education systems that make their graduates truly employable. With an MBA graduate from the Kellogg School of Management and a Doctorate in Education from the University of Liverpool, Akhil is trying to bring international methods of education to India. He believes that quality education involves academic learning and developing one’s network, personality, and values. In addition, Akhil serves as the Chairman of Global Discovery Schools, which is a franchised chain of 14 innovative schools. He was previously a venture partner at Kaizen Private Equity, which invests in education. He also mentors young entrepreneurs in his spare time. Akhil has been listed among the 10 most influential education entrepreneurs and one of the top 50 thought leaders in higher education. He is the recipient of many awards for his work in education, like the Jamnalal Bajaj Award, the Bharat Shiromani Award, PIMR Outstanding Educationist Award, Rex Karamveer Chakra Gold Award, the Bharat Gaurav Award, and the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award, among others.

Jugnu Dutta
Jugnu Dutta
Vice President Corporate Relations

An MBA graduate from the University of Strathclyde, UK, is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in business development, corporate relations, and stakeholder partnerships across India and Europe. He has a proven track record of success, having spearheaded multiple business turnarounds and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and innovative product designs. As Vice President of Corporate Relations & Sales at Shahani Group, Jugnu leads key initiatives, securing significant investments and partnerships through his strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Ashwathi Athilat
Ashwathi Athilat
Vice President- Marketing & Investor Relations

Creative and versatile communications professional with a demonstrated track record of over 15 years in developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications campaigns that effectively contribute to sales and revenue goals. Hands-down experience in diverse aspects of traditional marketing, Digital and New Media Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, and Market Research across a diverse portfolio of industries.

Sunita Nirantar
Sunita Nirantar
Manager - Placement