Dr. Aparna Sethi — Co-Founder
Dr. Aparna Sethi is a visionary businesswoman, globally recognised corporate trainer, and thought leader who has successfully built and led Protouch Professional Training, an organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and transforming careers. With a deep passion for entrepreneurship, leadership, and workplace transformation, she has trained and mentored over 50,000 professionals across industries, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and strategic mindset to excel in their careers and drive business success. As the author of three influential books on diversity and inclusion, Dr. Aparna has played a pivotal role in shaping corporate conversations around safe work environments, equality, and inclusive leadership. Her expertise in D&I, POSH, emotional intelligence, and people development has earned her global recognition as a D&I leader and HR professional, making her a sought-after mentor and speaker. Her entrepreneurial journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to growth. She has not only built a thriving business but has also fostered a culture of honesty, humility, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Her ability to inspire, develop, and nurture talent has made Protouch a trusted name in professional development, ensuring that both individuals and organisations are equipped to thrive in today’s dynamic corporate landscape. Beyond business, Dr. Aparna is deeply committed to mentoring and coaching women professionals, encouraging them to break barriers, challenge biases, and step into leadership roles with confidence. Through her strategic thinking, business acumen, and people-centric approach, she continues to shape future-ready leaders who are not only skilled but also socially responsible and committed to driving meaningful change. A true entrepreneur at heart, Dr. Aparna believes that success is built on courage, vision, and persistence. She is not just training individuals—she is empowering businesses, transforming workplace cultures, and redefining leadership for the modern world.
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Location: Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Experience: 16 yrs 8 mos
Skills
- Training
- Human Resources
- Corporate Relationship
- Teaching
Career Highlights
- Trained over 50,000 professionals globally.
- Authored three influential books on diversity and inclusion.
- Mentored women professionals to leadership roles.
Work Experience
Protouch
Founder (8 yrs 2 mos)
Ansal University Gurgaon
Professor Assistant (3 yrs 5 mos)
Christ University, Bangalore
Assitant Professor (2 yrs 1 mo)
Alliance University
Sr. Lecturer (2 yrs 11 mos)
Education
Doctrate at Savitribai Phule Pune University