Our Team
Dedicated to driving innovation through diversity and collaboration across various ventures and domains.
At Rising Technologies, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where creativity and innovation thrive. Join us in our mission to create impactful solutions across various industries.
Innovative Diversity Matters
Rajesh Vaishampayan
Strategic Advisor - Phoenix Laundry Laser Cleaning Systems
26+ years' of achievements in building successful Telecom businesses. Rajesh has a comprehensive knowledge of advanced telecoms networks and IOT technologies. He is adept at conceptualizing, designing and establishing scale in an organization around technology and customers to deliver business goals.
Andrew Glassford
Technical Director - Phoenix Laundry
Leading Industry expert with 20+ years of experience developing dry cleaners, large commercial laundries and numerous international hotel chains. Andrew understands the industry intimately and has trained and developed world-class specialists to help laundry and dry cleaning businesses reduce their costs, improving efficiency and profitability.
Sayali Gawde
Finance Manager - Rising Enterprises
Sayali heads the Finance Team at Rising Enterprises. Her passion has always been helping businesses maximize cash flow and long-term growth through effective accounting and record keeping.
Beyond Rising, Sayali serves as Secretary of her cooperative housing society, a role that has made her a respected community leader, well versed in cooperative regulations, company law, and the statutes governing Navi Mumbai. At Rising, she brings that same diligence to supporting the team while upholding the values of our company.
Phoenix Laundry - Leadership Team
Harish Kanchan
General Manager, Phoenix Laundry Operations
Mr. Harish is the Operations Manager at Phoenix Laundry. Mr. Harish has spent over 25 years perfecting his skill as the Laundry Manager for several leading Hotel Chains within and outside India. A highly accomplished Manager, Mr. Harish brings skill and dedication to the Job ensuring our valued Customers get the premium service and care they deserve.
Saif Dandane
Business Development Manager, Phoenix Laundry Operations
Mr. Saif Dandane is the Business Development Manager at Phoenix Laundry. A valued member of the Core Team, he is responsible for ensuring seamless operations across the entire supply chain, including laundry services, logistics, finance and HR. He holds a Masters in Packing and is constantly striving to improve technologies and services at Phoenix Laundry.
Suhail Anware
Operations Lead, Phoenix Laundry
Suhail is a control freak who loves Laundry Operations. He has full command and control over intricate operations matters and strives to deliver the best quality in every aspect of his work.
Yogesh Thite
Strategic Advisor - Phoenix Laundry
Yogesh has a genuine passion for helping businesses succeed. A founder and angel investor with 12+ years building startups, he's personally helped 200+ founders secure funding and grants, and brings hands-on expertise in MIDC plot consulting and site selection. At Rising Enterprises, Yogesh advises Phoenix Laundry and supports our Real Estate Consulting practice.
Nilofar Dhanse
Managing Director - Rising Enterprises
With no prior industry background, she stepped into the role with determination — driving operational breakeven, increasing turnover, and streamlining costs. Known for her empathetic leadership and sharp problem-solving, she’s earned the trust of both staff and stakeholders by simplifying processes and building a culture of care. A hands-on leader balancing business and family, she brings relentless dedication while also raising a neurodivergent child — exemplifying grit, grace, and a deep commitment to Phoenix Laundry’s mission.
Kevin Craig
EOS Implementor - Phoenix Laundry
Kevin has a passion for helping leaders and organizations be their best. His work results in shifting high performing individuals and organizational cultures to one of responsibility, accountability, capability & sustainability.
Dharmaraj Marakkannu
Operations Head - Phoenix Laundry
Mr. Dharma is the Integrator at Phoenix Laundry in charge of the overall operations of the Group. Based out of Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, he oversees the Laundry Services of the Group across India. A Textile technologist and specialist in laundry operations, Mr. Dharma has over 20 years of experience under his belt both within and outside India.
Amit Gupta
Strategic Advisor - Phoenix Laundry
Amit is a natural storyteller and a champion of Simplify, one of our core values. He advises Phoenix Laundry on HR, strategic, and technology matters, and is deeply passionate about helping businesses build visibility, a mission he's channeled into Digibility.ai, the AI powered platform he founded to keep companies consistently visible without the usual chaos.
Vishal Pardhe
Laundry Manager - Phoenix Laundry
Mr.Vishal has been part of the Phoenix story since day one, joining as laundry manager back when we were still Swiss Laundry. He stepped away during the pandemic and, in that time, became a pastor, before returning to us two months ago. With over 30 years of laundry industry experience across properties like The Leela, Hyatt Regency, and Courtyard by Marriott, Vishal now leads laundry operations across our Alibag and Navi Mumbai units.
Manish Mishra
Client Success Manager & Trainer - ReadON.ai
Manish Mishra is a seasoned management professional with over 13 years of diverse industry experience, currently serving as the Client Success Manager and Cheif Trainer at ReadON.ai.
His multifaceted background spans sales management, customer relationship building, and the development of innovative teaching aids.
At ReadON.ai, Manish leverages his expertise to ensure client satisfaction and effective implementation of the ReadON platform. His role involves conducting comprehensive training sessions for parents, students, teachers, and educational institutions, raising awareness about learning differences and the benefits of cognitive wellness technology.
Dr. Vinay Singh
Orange Neurosciences / ReadON.ai Founder and Strategic Advisor to Rising Technologies - AI Projects
Dr. Vinay Singh is a visionary medtech entrepreneur and the founder of Orange Neurosciences, the company behind ReadON.ai. With over 25 years of experience in biotechnology and bioinformatics, Dr. Singh leverages his academic and professional expertise to create innovative solutions for global mental health and education challenges. His academic background includes significant contributions to molecular diagnostics and structure -guided drug discovery.
Dr. Singh's vision extends beyond business success; he is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of neurodiverse individuals and people needing mental health support and their families through accessible and effective digital cognitive care solutions.
Arunachalam Ramanathan
Account Manager - ReadON Arabia
Arunachalam R. is a multitalented professional serving as the Account Manager for ReadON.ai at Rising Technologies.
With a strong background in marketing and operations, Arunachalam plays a pivotal role in managing client relationships and ensuring the successful implementation of innovative solutions across various projects.
ReadON.ai - Leadership Team
Walton Rozario
Account Manager - ReadON Arabia (Orange Neurosciences Canada & GCC)
Walton.R brings over a decade of experience in business development, client engagement, and brand representation across the GCC and Europe. At ReadON Arabia, he leads sales, partnerships, and client meetings across Bahrain and the UAE, helping families, schools, and organizations access ReadON’s AI-powered cognitive therapy solutions for ADHD, dyslexia, and autism.
With a career spanning global brands such as Armani, Bahrain Duty Free, and RAFCO, Walton is known for his strong communication skills, relationship-building, and strategic market execution. He also holds the PMP® certification, reinforcing his commitment to professional excellence.
Deven Khanna
Head of Legal - Rising Pathways Hemp and Medical Cannabis Solutions
Deven Khanna is a practicing Advocate in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh. He was instrumental in working on various landmark judgments both in High Court and the Supreme Court of India. He is a well regarded expert in the areas of Constitutional law, Civil and Criminal procedure, Writs, Cryptocurrency related issues, Domestic Arbitration amongst others.
Noor Mohammed A R
Marketing and PR - Rising Pathways
Highly accomplished Businessman based in Tamil Nadu leading iconic brands such as Chill Creatives. Educated from the highly regarded Montfort School and MIT Australia his experience spans 20 years across diverse business feilds. Mr. Noor Mohammed manages Marketing at Rising Tech Hemp and Medical Cannabis Consulting.
Anushka Kapadia
Medical Cannabis Nutritionist - Rising Pathways Hemp and Medical Cannabis Solutions
Anushka is a Certified Medical Cannabis Advisor at LCHHS and founder of HOLI HERB - India’s First Online Medical Cannabis Dispensary.
Robert Hoban
Strategic Advisor - Rising Tech Hemp and Medical Cannabis Solutions
At the center of the world’s largest commercial cannabis industry network, Bob Hoban is a global cannabis industry Expert and dealmaker representing startups, entrepreneurs and companies in all stages of development.
He has built a large cannabis industry network since 2008 and is credited with creating the class of lawyers known as "cannabis attorneys." He values his relationships and helps clients thrive in the industry.
Agnel Pereira
Group Strategic Advisor - Rising Tech Hemp and Medical Cannabis Solutions
Among his many roles, for 2 decades in full time employment roles, Agnel worked in the Banking & Financial Services (BFS) sector (NBFC, investment banking, fund administration & management, Debt & Equity Investing, Asset Management), Big4 Audit & Risk Advisory Practice, Due Diligence & Transaction Services, Corporate Finance and legal/ documentation/ operational/ governance roles.
Nazia Hussain
Head of Human Relations - Rising Pathways
In her role, Nazia oversees all aspects of HR (Human Relations) management, including recruitment, talent development and employee relations.
She is passionate about aligning HR strategies with the company’s mission and values, ensuring that Rising Technologies attracts and retains top talent across its diverse business units.
Rising Pathways Hemp Solutions
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Sayali Gawde
Finance Manager - Rising Enterprises
Sayali heads the Finance Team at Rising Enterprises. All her life, her passion has to help businesses maximize cash flow and long-term growth through effective accounting and record keeping.
At Rising she focuses on supporting their team while upholding the values of Our Company.
Dharmaraj Marakkannu
Operations Head - Phoenix Laundry
Mr. Dharma is the Integrator at Phoenix Laundry in charge of the overall operations of the Group. Based out of Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, he oversees the Laundry Services of the Group across India. A Textile technologist and specialist in laundry operations, Mr. Dharma has over 20 years of experience under his belt both within and outside India.
Saif Dandane
Business Development Manager
Mr. Saif Dandane is the Bsuiness Development Manager at Phoenix Laundry. A valued member of the Core Team, he is responsible for ensuring seamless operations in the Pick-Up/Delivery Services of Phoenix Laundry giving our customers the best service.
Rajesh Vaishampayan
Strategic Advisor - Phoenix Laundry Laser Cleaning Systems
26+ years' of achievements in building successful Telecom businesses. Rajesh has a comprehensive knowledge of advanced telecoms networks and IOT technologies. He is adept at conceptualizing, designing and establishing scale in an organization around technology and customers to deliver business goals.
Andrew Glassford
Technical Director - Phoenix Laundry
Leading Industry expert with 20+ years of experience developing dry cleaners, large commercial laundries and numerous international hotel chains. Andrew understands the industry intimately and has trained and developed world-class specialists to help laundry and dry cleaning businesses reduce their costs, improving efficiency and profitability.
Harish Kanchan
General Manager, Phoenix Laundry Operations
Mr. Harish is the Operations Manager at Phoenix Laundry. Mr. Harish has spent over 25 years perfecting his skill as the Laundry Manager for several leading Hotel Chains within and outside India.
Suhail Anware
Operations Lead, Phoenix Laundry
Suhail is a control freak who loves Laundry Operations. He has full command and control over intricate operations matters and strives to deliver the best quality in every aspect of his work.