Jess is a Doctoral Student at Boston College working in Comparative Theology and Comparative Religion, particularly between the Hindu and Christian traditions. His current research focuses on theological resonances between Vaishnava Bhakti practices and those found within the realm of Christianity. Further specialty includes 20th Century Hinduism, North American Hinduism, and work with Hindi and Sanskrit as research languages. Jess is also engaged in interreligious dialogue and interfaith events, academically and within local communities. Jess works with the Boston Theological Interreligious Consortium as an event coordinator and facilitator for the Interreligious Leadership Certification program and has been a community interfaith organizer for many years. Jess also has nearly a decade of experience as an educator in public and private schools in California. Further fields of interest include: hybrid religious belonging, spirituality and mysticism, contemplative practices, music and religion, theopoetics, new religious movements, and religious pluralism.

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EMAIL: [email protected]

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Raghunath Cappo was a singer, song writer for two influential punk alternative bands in the 80s and 90s. His lyrics propounded clean living, positive thinking, animal rights, and eastern spirituality that changed the trajectory of tens of thousands of fans internationally. He lived in a Krishna bhakti ashram for 6.5 years, went on to become an international yoga teacher and now is the host of the Wisdom of the Sages podcast which has been ranked #1 by Apple Podcasts on spirituality. He recently published a memoir, From Punk to Monk. He’s been a guest on Joe Rogan and Rich Roll podcast and has been featured in The NY Times twice.

Connect with Raghunath Cappo:

INSTAGRAM: @raghunathyogi
PODCAST: https://www.wisdomofthesages.com/feed
WEBSITE: https://www.raghunath.yoga/ 

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Rajeev Srivastava has over 35 years of global operating and investing experience in the U.S., Asia, and Europe. Prior to the merger of Basil Partners and Capital Square Partners, Rajeev founded Basil Partners as a family office in 2008, which invested in the IT/ITES sector and then raised a 171M institutional fund in 2018. In 2022, Basil Partners merged with Capital Square Partners to raise a 700M technology services-focused fund. Mr. Srivastava has been actively involved since the inception of the "Mid-day Meal" program in Mumbai. This program provides nutritious food to school children all over India through its 22 kitchens. The initiative, which started in 2004 with 26,000 children, has grown to serve over 1.2 million children daily. Mr. Srivastava has also been actively involved with Govardhan Ecovillage, a beautiful Yoga and Ayurveda retreat located a 2-hour drive from Mumbai. Govardhan Ecovillage works with over 78 tribal villages in Palghar for their social, economic, and ecological upliftment. ​​Additionally, Mr. Srivastava is the Co-Founder of Artha Forum, an initiative that aims to bring Vedic teachings into the business world and guide entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders in applying the principle of "Earn With Integrity, Spend With Compassion." Co-founder and CEO of Apar Infotech, also both at Apar and Personal Equity Fund, he’s committed to giving 50% of his ownership to giving back

Prakash Govindan is the Founder and COO of Gradiant (valued at 1B in Dec 2022), a global leader in advanced water and wastewater treatment. Awards like Innovative Water company, Time Magazine's Top 100 Inventions of 2024. He has earned a Ph.D. from MIT and an undergraduate degree at IIT Chennai. As Founder of The Turing Company and the Body, Mind and Spirit Retreat, he is also a spiritual seeker and a bhakti yogi. Prakash is a Conscious Entrepreneur who gives 50% of his ownership to giving back.

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Dhanya Rico holds a Master’s degree in Counselor Education and a Specialist’s degree in Couples and Family therapy. She aims to help individuals and relationships thrive by incorporating deep spiritual principles into the therapeutic experience. In addition to traditional modalities, Dhanya is passionate about developing therapeutic tools that incorporate Bhakti principles and practices to reconnect with our essential nature.

INSTAGRAM (Wellness): https://www.instagram.com/dhanyawellness/

INSTAGRAM (Music): https://www.instagram.com/dhanyamusic/

VANI SCHOOL COURSE (Love In Action): https://courses.vanischool.com/love-in-action (Use Code HARVARD10 for 10% OFF all individual courses or annual membership)

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Radheshyam Das is a distinguished spiritual leader, educator, and author. An alumnus of IIT Mumbai, he graduated at the top of his class with an M.Tech degree. After working as a senior research fellow and as a mechanical engineer, he embraced monastic life in 1994, dedicating himself as a full-time brahmachari monk. In 1995, he was assigned to ISKCON Pune, where he has served as the Temple President for three decades, leading a vibrant community of approximately 6,000 members. In 2000, Radheshyam Das founded the Vedic Oasis for Inspiration, Culture, and Education (VOICE), a youth initiative aimed at imparting spiritual wisdom and cultural values to students and professionals. Under his guidance, VOICE has expanded to over 100 centers in India and more than 50 in Bangladesh, influencing thousands of young minds. A prolific author, he has compiled a five-volume series titled ‘Essence of Gita’ and authored books such as ‘Stress to Smile’ and the ‘Discover Your Self’ series, which blend scientific and spiritual insights. His seminars on topics like stress management, proactive leadership, and time management have been well-received in academic institutions, including IITs and NITs, as well as in corporate settings. In 2012, he oversaw the establishment of the New Vedic Cultural Center (NVCC) in Pune, a landmark project featuring temples, guest accommodations, educational facilities, and community services. The center serves as a hub for spiritual learning and cultural activities, attracting visitors and devotees from around the world. Through his unwavering dedication, Radheshyam Das continues to inspire individuals globally, promoting a life enriched with devotion, knowledge, and compassion.

Connect with Radheshyam Das:

WEBSITE: https://radheshyamdas.com/

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Krishna Kshetra Swami – teacher, writer, and traveller – is a disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). He has served as a missionary, temple priest (pujari), and counselor for bhakti-yoga practitioners from the time of his formal initiation in 1972. In 2004, after eight years of university study (resuming his interrupted studies from 1972), he received a Ph.D. degree from the University of Oxford, for his dissertation on Caitanya Vaishnava image worship. Krishna Kshetra Swami is now a Research Fellow of the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies. He also teaches at Bhaktivedanta College, Radhadesh, since 2002. Beginning in September 2007, he began teaching at Chinese University of Hong Kong—courses in Indian religion and culture. He has been giving lectures at several universities in the People’s Republic of China. Amidst academic work he also travels extensively, teaching about spiritual life, as comprehended in the Vaishnava devotional (bhakti) tradition coming from Sri Caitanya.

Connect with Krishna Kshetra Swami (Dr. Kenneth Valpey):

BHAKTI WEBSITE: https://krkswami.com/

ACADEMIC WEBSITE: https://www.kennethvalpey.com/ 

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Śamyāprāsa Dāsa (“Shamya”) has practiced bhakti since 2009, took vows as an initiated devotee in 2013, and served as a brahmachari monk between 2014 and 2021. During that time, he studied the Bhakti scriptures in Sanskrit and Bengali, distributed Bhakti, and trained as a spiritual teacher. He currently leads classes on practicing Bhakti and workshops on kirtan, etc. He also works one-on-one to help people meet their spiritual and wellness goals.

Connect with Śamyāprāsa Dāsa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

WHATSAPP: 1-720-312-3679

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Pallavi has been practicing Bhakti Yoga for the past two years and is currently serving at Govardhan Ecovillage as a Sustainability Educator in the Sustainability Department. She is a certified Yoga teacher and comes with 11+ years of experience working as an IT professional at Infosys. Alongside her corporate career, Pallavi has been actively involved in various social and environmental projects, contributing to positive change in society. She is the founder of ‘Cause for Celebration’, a nonprofit initiative focused on serving, empowering, and uplifting underprivileged and low-income communities. Pallavi is also a Youth for SDG and runs a digital platform called ‘Eco-Friendly World’, which works towards climate action, environmental awareness, and encouraging sustainable living, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She has also hosted a podcast series where she interviewed climate activists from around the world. Pallavi is recognized as a MAX Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador and has been part of the UNLEASH Innovation Lab as a talent.

Connect with Pallavi Priya:

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/pallavipriya_/

GEV WEBSITE: https://www.ecovillage.org.in/

GEV INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/govardhan_ecovillage/

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Bali Rico is a multi-instrumentalist, author, lyricist and academic. He is one of the co-founders of the international Kirtan group Mayapuris.

Born in the U.S. to Colombian parents, he and his younger brother Kish spent their formative years living in ashrams in the sacred land of Mayapur, West Bengal, learning the traditions and music of ancient India. Bali's mridanga playing is fiery and unique, helping to create the Mayapuris signature sound. As a lyricist, Bali's flow mirrors the intricate rhythm of a born percussionist, with thoughtful prose full of insight, philosophy and personal reflection.

Connect with Bali Rico:

INSTAGRAM: @bali.rico

INSTAGRAM: @mayapuris

YOUTUBE: @Mayapuris

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Connect with Acyuta Mohan Das:

INSTAGRAM: @instagram.com/acyutamohandas