The Trailblazers: Shekar Narasimhan’s journey of empowerment and advocacy for AAPI communities [Video]

The latest episode of The Trailblazers features Shekar Narasimhan, who arrived in the United States in 1974 to pursue an MBA at the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz School of Business, armed with a degree in mechanical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.

Narasimhan’s first job after graduation led him to the housing sector in Appalachia, where he worked tirelessly to assist low-income families in Eastern Kentucky. The experience laid the foundation for his lifelong commitment to helping, organizing, empowering, and advocating for various Indian American and other minority groups.

A pivotal moment in Narasimhan’s journey came when he co-founded the AAPI Victory Fund, which works toward politically empowering the 24 million-strong Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation as Shekar Narasimhan shares his insights, experiences, and vision for a more inclusive and empowered future. Subscribe now to DesiMax and join us on The Trailblazers as we celebrate the extraordinary stories of Indian Americans who dare to blaze their own trails.