Svarna Institute Director Board
Judith P. Finnmore
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Nand Lal
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Mr. Nand is a leader shaped by curiosity, discipline, and deep respect for teamwork. With over 23 years across manufacturing, trade, and services, he brings clarity to complexity. His leadership begins with vision, flows through research and planning, and ends in measurable results. A relentless learner and inspiring communicator, he believes success is never individual it is built with people and sustained by values.
Peter Gutteridge
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Peter’s journey began in manufacturing, solving problems at their root, and evolved into transforming schools across continents. With over 20 years in educational leadership, he has led improvement projects that reshaped cultures and raised standards. Whether guiding a single school or a global network, Peter leaves institutions stronger than he found them calmer, clearer, and built for long term excellence.
Mr. Mohammed Rashid
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Mr. Rashid brings law, policy, and leadership together with rare precision. Trained in law and public policy, with over 23 years in major UAE government entities, his expertise spans legal affairs, risk, crisis management, and governance. A published author and trainer, he is known for turning complex challenges into workable solutions strengthening institutions through clarity, structure, and foresight.
Penny Nakhle
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Penny’s presence in education is unmistakable energetic, practical, and deeply human. From Australia to the UAE, she has helped transform schools by bringing learning to life. A champion of active classrooms and teacher development, her work has lifted schools from weakness to strength. Now a school leader in Australia, Penny continues to prove that enthusiasm, when paired with expertise, changes outcomes.
Steve Malvish
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Steve blends science, creativity, and empathy into everything he builds. With nearly 30 years in education, he is not only a Head of Science and Computing, but an innovator reshaping how teachers teach. From Fridge Physics to patented feedback tools, his work gives teachers time back and students clearer understanding. His impact is felt daily, in classrooms far beyond his own.
Dr Joan Telford
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Dr. Joan Telford’s career is rooted in research, pedagogy, and transformation. From London boroughs to leading academies, she has helped schools evolve through evidence based practice. A specialist in neurolinguistics, mentoring, and educational research, she brings intellectual depth and practical wisdom. Her contribution to Svarna lies in one strength, helping people think better, teach better, and lead with purpose.
Renu Sharma
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Renu’s leadership is calm, collaborative, and quietly transformative. With over 22 years across the UAE, Oman, Libya, and India, she has led school improvements from the inside out. A trusted mentor and DSIB inspection specialist, she builds strong teams and stronger cultures. Renu leads by example proving that when people feel supported, excellence naturally follows.
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