Deepu S. Nath
Deepu S Nath (born 20 June 1980) is an Indian entrepreneur, technology evangelist, and policymaker known for his contributions to education, gamification, and the startup ecosystem.[1] He is the Managing Director of FAYA India[1], a global technology hub of Faya Corporation based in California, USA.[1] He is also the founder of μLearn, a platform that connects students[1], industry, academia, and government collaborateto foster innovation and skill development.[1] Nath is also the producer of movie "Big Salute" (2019).[2]
Early Life and Education
Nath pursued a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Kerala University.[3][1][1] He later earned an MBA in Computer Science and IT from ICFAI University. He started his career as a software developer before transitioning into entrepreneurship. He is currently a research scholar at Amrita University, focusing on topics such as gamification, workplace engagement, and self-determination theory.[1]
Career
Nath began his career as a software developer and later founded multiple initiatives that bridge the gap between education, technology, and industry. In 2013, he established FAYA:80[1][4] an informal technology meetup that has grown into a recognized tech forum in Kerala. FAYA:80 has conducted more than 200 sessions, bringing together entrepreneurs, developers, and innovators.[1]
As the architect of μLearn, he has developed a decentralized, peer-led learning ecosystem that uses gamification, mentorship, and industry collaboration to enhance skill development and employability. The platform has engaged over 45,000 students from more than 1000 campuses.[5]
Nath has also contributed to enterprise gamification, developing intelligent gamification solutions to improve workplace engagement and productivity. His work in this field has positioned FAYA as one of the 28 global innovators in gamification, alongside major technology companies such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Yahoo.[1]
He currently serves as the Managing Director of FAYA[1][6], a role he has held since April 2016. In this position, he drives international brand development and business strategies, focusing on innovative business models for cutting-edge products and services. His expertise spans various areas, including:[1]
- Innovation & Change Management
- Development of High-Performance Teams & Cultures
- Talent Management
- Cross-Cultural Team Management
- Operations Management
- Service Delivery Management
Prior to his role at FAYA, he was the Managing Director of Digital Brand Group Private Ltd.[7] from April 2008 to March 2016, where he played a key role in digital transformation and brand strategy development.
Policy and Advisory Roles
Deepu S Nath has been actively involved in policy-making and advisory roles, contributing to various government panels in Kerala. He has served as a member of the Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC), the Kerala State Planning Board, the International Centre for Free and Open Source Software (ICFOSS), the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), and AVGC XR Kerala. In addition to his government advisory roles, he has been elected three times to the Executive Council of GTech[1], where he holds the position of Convenor for the Technology & Academia Focus Group (ATFG).[1][8]
Notable Contributions
Deepu S Nath has made several notable contributions in the fields of technology, education, and policy advocacy. He played a key role in the creation of FAYA:80[1][9] an informal technology meetup series aimed at fostering knowledge sharing and networking.[10] He has also been instrumental in the development of μLearn. Additionally, he has led initiatives in EdTech and open schooling, advocating for an experiential learning framework that moves beyond rote memorization.[11]
Recognition
Deepu S Nath has received several recognitions for his contributions to technology, education, and policy advocacy. In 2021, he was selected as a Reserve Candidate for the Chevening Gurukul Fellowship for Leadership and Excellence.[12] In 2022, he was recognized as the Ecosystem Enabler of the Year by TiE Kerala and delivered a TEDx talk titled "Unforeseen Future – Dream, Passion, Belief." Under his leadership, μLearn played a key role in mobilizing over 270,000 student registrations for the Young Innovators Program (YIP) under K-DISC. He has also collaborated with organizations such as NASSCOM[1] Google[1] and Microsoft to strengthen industry-academic partnerships.[13]
Personal life
Deepu S Nath is based in India and actively mentors startups, leads technology-driven initiatives.
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 Service, Express News (2023-02-22). "Kerala state's 1st AI summit at Technopark on February 22". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-03-15. Cite error: Invalid
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- ↑ "Digital learning platform to equip students for IT industry". The Hindu. 2022-09-29. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Confluence 2024". www.rajagiritech.ac.in. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ µLearn. "µLearn". µLearn. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "FAYA PORT 80". Meetup. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "GTech - Group of Technology Companies". gtechindia.org. Archived from the original on 2025-01-16. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Kerala IT firms revamp hiring strategies for AI era". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Experience sharing session with Deepu S Nath - Calicut Forum For IT". Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Experience sharing session with Deepu S Nath - Calicut Forum For IT". Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "New year, new heights in community collaboration - Beckn Protocol". 2024-01-31. Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Chevening Gurukul Fellows | Chevening". Retrieved 2025-03-15.
- ↑ "Experience sharing session with Deepu S Nath - Calicut Forum For IT". Retrieved 2025-03-15.
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