The People Behind KU-IIF

Connect & learn from the experts

Guided by experienced mentors and a dedicated board, KU-IIF is committed to empowering the next generation of innovators at Kannur University.

Mentors

Our Mentors

Industry veterans guiding our startups to success

Chief Mentor

Mr. Ajit Balakrishnan

Founder & Chairman Emeritus

Mr. Ajit Balakrishnan

Founder & Chairman Emeritus

Rediff.com

Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Rediff.com and a pioneer of India's internet era. Guides KU-IIF founders on scaling consumer-tech ventures, building resilient teams, and navigating India's digital economy.

Mentor

Mr. Rony K Roy

Sr. Tech Fellow, Malabar Innovation Corridor

Mr. Rony K Roy

Sr. Tech Fellow, Malabar Innovation Corridor

Kerala Startup Mission

Rony K. Roy is a Senior Technology Fellow at the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) who mentors startups in the Malabar region, helping them with technical innovation, incubation, and funding access.

Mentor

Ms. Shikha Dhawan

Startup Mentor & Accelerator

Ms. Shikha Dhawan

Startup Mentor & Accelerator

Biozazen

Dr. Shikha Dhawan is a social entrepreneur and scientist who blends public health with sustainability. As the Founder of Biozazen, she drives eco-conscious innovation and grassroots economic development for rural communities.

Board