Growth Strategist · Mentor · Speaker · Author

Lead with
purpose.
Grow with
perspective.

Exploring the intersection of business growth, human potential and mindful leadership in an AI-driven world.

Based in SingaporeFocus Business · Leadership · AI
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Human first. Future ready.Thiru Damodharan

Beyond business.
About people.

I'm Thiru Damodharan, a Singapore-based growth strategist, startup mentor, speaker and author. My work brings together practical business strategy and a belief that sustainable success starts with people.

As a Growth Strategist for organisations, I explore how they can innovate, grow and embrace emerging technologies without losing their human centre, drawing on conversations with entrepreneurs and thought leadership.

“The future needs more than intelligent technology. It needs conscious leadership.”
Growth StrategyStartup MentorshipMindful LeadershipResponsible AIGlobal Expansion

Engineer by training.
Strategist by journey.

A career that began in engineering and grew across roles, industries and continents.

EDUCATION

Engineering & dual MBA

  • Bachelor's degree in Materials EngineeringNTU School of Materials Science & Engineering, Singapore
  • MBA, NUS Business SchoolNational University of Singapore, Singapore
  • MBA, Fudan University School of Management (FDSM)Shanghai, China
EXPERIENCE

Across industries

I started my career as an engineer and went on to take up other roles across several industries.

SemiconductorsSpecialty ChemicalsConsultingMetals & Mining
CERTIFICATIONS

Training & coaching

  • Certified TrainerWSQ Advanced Certificate in Training & Assessment (ACTA)
  • Certified FacilitatorWSQ Specialist Diploma in Advanced Facilitation (SDAF)
  • Transformational Life Coach

Ideas into impact.

Connecting strategy, technology and people to help navigate change with clarity.

01 / STRATEGY

Business Growth
& Strategy

Working as a Growth Strategist for organisations as they explore growth, innovation and new markets.

02 / MENTORSHIP

Startups &
Entrepreneurship

Helping founders sharpen their ideas, consider opportunities and take practical next steps toward building resilient ventures.

03 / THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Mindfulness,
AI & Leadership

Bringing a human perspective to responsible AI, emotional intelligence and leadership in a changing world.

Mindfulness in
the Age of AI

How to Lead with Presence in a Tech-Driven World

As artificial intelligence reshapes how we work and live, what does it mean to remain present, thoughtful and deeply human? This upcoming book explores the mindset and practices of conscious leadership for a technology-shaped future.

Coming soon · Planned for December 2026

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Speaking & insights.

Thought-provoking sessions grounded in practical perspectives and a human-centred approach.

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Mindfulness and leadership in the age of AI

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Responsible AI, data protection and digital trust

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Startup journeys, entrepreneurship and resilience

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Business growth, innovation and global expansion

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Ideas in the public conversation.

Selected recognition, keynote presentations and editorial features reflecting a commitment to thoughtful leadership and the human side of technology.

Awards & recognition

CXO 2.0

Emerging Leader Award

Recognition in leadership.

The Enterprise World

Leadership Excellence in Human-Centric Innovation

Recognition for human-centric innovation and leadership.

Watch the keynotes

Featured in the media

Start small. Think big.
Stay human.

A simple reminder that meaningful progress begins with intention.

Let's start a
conversation.

For speaking invitations, collaborations, mentorship conversations and book enquiries, connect with me through LinkedIn.