“Leveraging capital to create large impact and society, while bringing the light in people’s lives.”
Tanya Singh is an influential and globally accomplished executive whose career has been built on bold ideas, cross-disciplinary expertise, and a relentless commitment to shaping the future of technology, public policy, and corporate innovation. Based in Bengaluru, India, and fluent across sectors and geographies, Tanya is widely recognized for her ability to connect macroeconomic trends, digital transformation, and geopolitical insight into actionable strategies that deliver growth and impact.
At the heart of Tanya’s professional narrative is her versatility—spanning communications, customer experience, go-to-market strategies, and high-stakes negotiations. She has played pivotal roles in shaping billion-dollar enterprises and public systems alike. In her early years, Tanya helped scale CARS24 from inception to multi-billion-dollar valuation, then catalyzed growth across MENA and ANZ at Freshworks, where she not only expanded markets but creatively applied SaaS technologies to diverse industries—from digital public systems in Australia to telecom customer care in South Africa.
Her transition from startup ecosystems to the global policy arena was equally groundbreaking. As Senior Investment Leader at Invest India, Tanya led inbound investment strategy for the Americas during a historic era of diplomatic and economic collaboration. She co-founded India’s Single Window Clearance System—now a linchpin of the country’s Ease of Doing Business reforms—and was entrusted with shaping BRICS 2019 on behalf of India and Brazil. Her strategic insights and diplomatic finesse extended to scripting official narratives for the “Trump-Modi” summits and crafting entrepreneurship policy at the state level.
Tanya’s deep engagement with public sector transformation didn’t hinder her impact in private enterprise. At Reliance Retail, she worked directly with the President’s office, navigating complex regulatory frameworks during major foreign investment rounds by Facebook and Google. Her legal and policy work on high-profile disputes and climate compliance placed her at the intersection of law, economics, and ESG.
Always drawn to the cutting edge, Tanya built and scaled Hindustan Times’ podcasting business, multiplying ARR by 100x and setting a precedent for internal product integration. She then directed Eurasia Group’s India operations, preparing Fortune 100 leaders for geopolitical volatility, and currently lends her expertise as Vice President at EY-Parthenon and an independent advisor to AlphaSights on Asian geopolitics.
Tanya’s thought leadership has gained global recognition. Her publication in Aspenia, alongside Yuval Noah Harari, positioned her as a defining voice on Asia’s AI regulatory future. She is the only Hult Prize coach to consistently guide international student teams to win $1 million grants, and she continues to mentor aspiring changemakers across continents. Notably, she was the youngest delegate to India’s G20/B20 forum and has been awarded for her advocacy for women entrepreneurs during COVID-19.
Her academic grounding—from Oxford and Wharton to Delhi Technological University—is enriched by certifications in Bharatnatyam, applied AI, and performance arts. Fluent in five languages and never one to be confined by titles, Tanya is passionate about reshaping public policy, unlocking funding for transformative ideas, and cultivating conscious leadership.
Off the boardroom floor, Tanya finds balance in nature and the arts—whether kayaking under waterfalls, dancing, or practicing yoga inversions. Her approach to leadership is defined not by radicalism, but by a steadfast belief in merit, empathy, and justice. With every glass ceiling she breaks, Tanya Singh remains focused on creating systems that empower, elevate, and endure.
Character
Tanya Singh demonstrates unwavering integrity and resilience, consistently breaking new ground while remaining committed to justice, merit, and process. Her deep personal values are reflected in her dedication to empowering others and championing meaningful, inclusive change across industries and cultures.
Knowledge
Tanya brings a rare breadth of expertise spanning technology, finance, public policy, and AI regulation, grounded in formal education from Oxford, Wharton, and DTU. Her command of complex systems and global markets enables her to advise at the highest levels of government and enterprise with credibility and foresight.
Strategic
Tanya excels at navigating multifaceted challenges through a visionary, systems-level approach that integrates geopolitical insight, digital transformation, and investment acumen. She has repeatedly built and scaled initiatives that drive national reform, corporate expansion, and international collaboration.
Communication
Tanya is a powerful communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and inspire across global, multicultural contexts. From authoring strategic diplomatic content to mentoring world-class innovators, she consistently leverages her voice to shape dialogue, build consensus, and amplify impact.
