Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, CEO
He works as the CEO at E&H Foundation and has an experience of over 23 years in the development sector. He has studied Physics at Delhi University followed by Rural management at Institute of Rural Management Anand.
Sanjeev has significant experience of working at the grassroots level and has implemented large-scale development projects in India, Afghanistan and Nepal. He has also worked with Aga Khan Foundation in Afghanistan for about five years and led large scale (500 villages, 500 staff and about 10 million USD annual budget), multi-sectoral development projects in a conflict-prone area of central and Northern Afghanistan in the remote areas with many challenging conditions. With Aga Khan Foundation in India, he coordinated watershed management program for three years in drought-prone areas of central west India with the main focus being on water harvesting, drought reduction, enhancing agricultural productivity and poverty reduction. It was implemented by supporting a group of 12 NGOs that included setting up new, innovative capacity-building and policy-influencing mechanisms and institutions. With the help of EDA Rural Systems (leading development consulting firms based in Gurgaon), he provided long-term support to organizations that work to promote small enterprises with the poor, that is, Dastkar in India and Association of Craft Producers (ACP) in Nepal. He was also instrumental in setting up ATINDIA and Devbhumi Natural Products Producers Company limited (DNPPCL) in Garhwal Himalayas. It is a micro-enterprise that promotes small and marginal farmers in the remote Himalayas in various sub-sectors like Honey, Silk and Spices.
He has also worked with IFAD, Fair-trade Original (Netherlands), ICCO-Netherlands, OXFAM-Bridge, Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), Small Farmers Agriculture Consortium (SFAC) under the Ministry of Agriculture, India-Canada Environment Facility (ICEF), Project LARGE (UNDP), Center of Development Studies (CDS) – University of Wales, ASA (Action for Social Advancement), ACP (Association of Crafts Producers), Sasakawa Peace Foundation, ARAVALI, Atkins UK (on a DFID project) as a consultant and researcher on diverse livelihoods and development issues. 
Sharan Ahluwalia – Senior Manager, Programs, Communications & Resource Mobilization
Sharan brings with her over 4 years of corporate experience working with MNCs and start-ups in India. Prior to joining E&H Foundation, she was working as the Content and Communications Strategist with Qliktag Software Inc, where she co-authored her first book titled, ‘The Internet of Products’. She has briefly worked with WittyPen Media Services as Content Operations Associate while completing her thesis on ‘Social Media and Political Activism’. Sharan started her career with Google India as Associate Data Specialist in 2011 and moved on to join American Express as Senior Fraud Analyst in 2013.
In 2014, she quit her job to pursue higher education and explore the social and cultural issues outside the purview of her analytical approach to life. She pursued Master’s in International Studies from Symbiosis School of International Studies (SSIS), Pune and Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Miranda House, Delhi University.
Sharan is deeply motivated for working on issues of social equality and is keen on refining the education sector in India. She also teaches primary school kids along with her mother in her hometown, Ghaziabad. Being a published writer, she participated in the 1st Inter-Disciplinary Student Workshop on Development Studies (ISDS) 2018 where she presented her research on Social Media and Political Activism and developed it into her thesis. In her free time, Sharan participates in and organizes open mic events. A spoken word poet, she believes in voicing her thoughts in the form of poetic and rhythmic performance arts. Sharan joined us in September 2018 as Manager for Communications and Social Media and was promoted to the position of Senior Manager in March 2020 courtesy to her persistence performance. She also lends her photography and videography skills to develop case studies and capture stories of children to inspire change among stakeholders and is currently leading the short term project on enabling COVID-19 awareness, psychosocial support and access to entitlements for vulnerable communities in 21 Gram Panchayats of the Shamsabad block of Farrukhabad.
Raman Sharma brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the core team at E&H Foundation. With an impressive professional background in Fund-Raising and CSR Project Implementation, Raman has a proven track record of driving impactful initiatives in the social sector.
Raman holds three distinguished master’s degrees, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. He earned a Masters in Financial Risk Management from Sheffield Hallam University, U.K., and completed his Insurance studies at IIA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Additionally, he holds a Masters in Insurance Management from Amity School of Insurance & Actuarial Sciences, India, and a Masters in Business Management from the Institute of Management Technology, IMT, India.
Having worked both in the United States and the United Kingdom, Raman brings valuable international experience to his role. His exposure to different cultures and business environments has enriched his ability to navigate diverse stakeholder landscapes effectively.
Raman’s core expertise lies in conceptualizing proposals for donors based on an organization’s area of specialization. He excels in drafting high-level proposals and managing multiple stakeholders to deliver on donor commitments. Throughout his career, he has successfully managed large-scale projects and led teams to achieve outstanding results. Raman has worked with notable Companies, including Infosys, Airtel, ICW-USA, and donors like HDFC Bank, and Deutsche Bank, Kotak Bank among others, showcasing his ability to mobilize funds and effectively manage budgets and relationships.
Driven by his passion for creating social impact, Raman has dedicated himself to the development sector. His work has involved cultivating corporate partnerships, developing company research, and conceptualizing innovative proposals. Raman’s commitment to making a difference extends beyond his professional endeavors, as he actively engages in various initiatives that address social challenges.
Outside of work, Raman finds solace in exploring new destinations through his love for traveling. He is an avid reader and enjoys immersing himself in captivating books. Raman also practices yoga, valuing its ability to promote physical and mental well-being.
With his vast experience, educational background, and passion for social causes, Raman Sharma plays a vital role in driving the success of E&H Foundation. His ability to build strong partnerships, manage donor relationships, and contribute to strategic planning makes him a valuable asset to the organization.