Kodathi

He is a seasoned professional with a strong background in the telecom and technology domain, bringing years of experience in managing complex projects, operations, and stakeholder engagement. As an active community leader, he has consistently driven initiatives that foster collaboration, organization, and community development. His ability to plan, execute, and lead large-scale activities reflects his passion for creating meaningful impact.

With a vision to nurture young minds, he has ventured into the education space through the Check & Mate chess academy franchise. He is committed to building a structured and engaging learning environment that helps children develop critical thinking, focus, and strategic skills through chess. His goal is to make quality chess education accessible while creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

MSc IT graduate and a former IT professional with strong expertise in analytical thinking and structured problem-solving.

Serving as an IT Consultant within a school ecosystem, supporting ERP integration and digital transformation initiatives, with direct experience providing valuable insights into student learning and development.

Passionate about leveraging chess to enhance focus, strategic thinking and decision-making in young minds, while building a future-ready ecosystem through the integration of chess, technology and education.