Recognized Patient Engagement Leaders 2025

I am Sri Chellappa, the CEO, President, and Co-Founder of Engagedly, an AI-enabled people strategy platform designed to revolutionize traditional performance appraisals. At Engagedly, I focus on simplifying performance reviews by integrating employee engagement and development, helping organizations build high-performing, people-centric cultures. With over 20 years of experience in software development, consulting, and organizational leadership, I have had the privilege of working with leading firms like EY and Capgemini. My career has taught me the immense value of investing in people—not just for their individual success but for the success of the organization as a whole. I am passionate about empowering employees to grow, stay engaged, and develop the skills they need to thrive and advance in their careers. My journey has been shaped by a diverse range of experiences that span technology, health IT, people management, and creative arts. As a filmmaker, I’ve written, directed, and produced six feature films that have been distributed globally on platforms like Netflix, NBCUniversal, Fox International, Showtime, and Amazon Prime. These experiences have fueled my ability to think strategically, lead creatively, and deliver impactful results. Career Highlights: Author: The Black Book of Agile Project Delivery with Distributed Teams, where I share my insights on managing distributed teams effectively. Film Industry Achievements: Writer, Director, and Producer of six feature films with international distribution across major platforms. I am passionate about creating engaged, agile organizations and leveraging my leadership skills to help employees and companies succeed together.

I’m Peter Lai, the Chief Financial Officer at Engage Wellness. I oversee all aspects of the company’s financial management, providing strategic direction to teams in accounting and controls, financial planning, tax, treasury, and investor relations. My role involves partnering with business leaders to execute strategies that drive profitable growth. With over 20 years of financial management experience, I’ve held leadership roles in diverse industries. Before joining Engage Wellness, I served as the CFO for Haven Health Management, specializing in clinical, medical, and psychiatric care for substance use and mental health disorders. I’ve also held financial management positions at Lenovo and ADT Security Services. I earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University.

Greetings! I'm a dentist by qualification, a certified data analyst by choice & a writer by passion. I am deeply fascinated about the intersection of healthcare and technology. Currently, I work as an SEO executive at GMR Web Team, focusing on US healthcare marketing. In this role, I leverage my expertise to optimize websites, driving significant growth and improving online visibility. My work stands out for: 🔍 Conducting in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis 💡 Developing and implementing effective SEO strategies 📊 Monitoring and analyzing website performance to ensure continuous improvement My passion for writing has led me to become a seasoned freelance medical writer, specializing in creating insightful, engaging, and impactful content in healthcare, wellness, and health technology industry. I excel at transforming complex medical information into accessible, informative, and compelling narratives that educate and resonate with audiences. With a unique blend of professional experience and personal enthusiasm, I am always eager to explore new career opportunities that allow me to expand my skill set and make a meaningful contribution to the healthcare landscape. 🤝Let's connect and discuss how I can help you tell your story, educate your audience, and ultimately, make a difference in the healthcare industry. Reach out to me at pragati290101@gmail.com.

As a passionate and results-driven Digital Marketing Specialist, I bring over 3 years of hands-on experience in crafting data-backed strategies that drive growth, visibility, and engagement for healthcare and service-based businesses. With a strong foundation in SEO, content marketing, and technical SEO, I specialize in aligning digital efforts with real-world goals—whether it's improving rankings, generating leads, or building online authority. I hold a Master’s in Business Management and combine analytical thinking with creative execution to optimize every stage of the customer journey. At my current role, I focus on integrated marketing campaigns, local SEO, and content distribution strategies that have consistently delivered measurable ROI. My toolkit includes on-page/off-page SEO, keyword strategy, content planning, and performance analytics. I'm always learning, adapting, and testing new tools and techniques to stay ahead in this ever-evolving digital landscape.

Juan Luis Garrido is a DEI Project Consultant at Center Desk Consulting whose work bridges strategy, facilitation, and communication to help organizations design more equitable, human-centered experiences. In his current role, he supports nonprofit and corporate clients in deepening their diversity, equity, and inclusion commiments through participatory methods, co-created initiatives, and systems-level thinking. With a background that spans nonprofit leadership and social impact consulting, he is known for his ability to build trust across sectors and center lived experience in meaningful, actionable ways. Juan Luis holds a Master of Design in Strategic Foresight and Innovation from OCAD University, where his graduate research explored the role of joy as a critical resource for practitioners in social change work. His work reflects a deep belief that joy, care, and imagination are not distractions from equity work, but vital components of its sustainability and impact.

LinkedIn's Top Voice in Entrepreneurship ► I help (Paralyzed) Entrepreneurs find meaning & clarity ► Business Coach ► Founded 4 startups & 4 successful exits ► Health & Wellness Blogger ► Dad x 3 👇 Growing a portfolio of online businesses → Coaching → E-Book (Cooking up) → Digital Course ( On the way) → Blog: Healthy Work Habits → Newsletter (Taking shape) 💡 I'm on a mission to build a portfolio of digital businesses to make the lives of Overachievers, Mid-Career Professionals & Entrepreneurs more purposeful. 👥Building an audience online to thrive together. 📩 Posts & articles about the process. 🧠 Mental Health Advocate ⚡ Co-founder of Albert Solino Consulting (Exit in 2023) 🏆 Proudly hired, developed, and led an in-house team of 65 consultants. ( Many of them are still colleague-turned friends) ✅ Consulting Portfolio → Management Consultancy → Strategic Planning → OKR → Human Resources → Performance Management → Employee Engagement → Remote Work → Digitalization 👉🏼 Acted as CMO and managed all omnichannel marketing efforts including → Website Development → Google Ads Management → SEO → Blog Management → Youtube Content Marketing → E-mail Marketing → Newsletter Marketing → Referral Partnerships → Business Development ✅ Blue-chip client list including: → Ford (Dearborn, MI) → Cigna Group (Bloomfield, Connecticut) → Concentrix - Webhelp (Fremont -CA & France) → JotForm (SF - CA) → Barsan Global Logistics, Inc. (Chicago - IL) → Novartis / Sandoz (Switzerland) → BEKO Global (Switzerland) → Carrefour (France) → Saint-Gobain (France) → Legrand (France) → Faber-Castell (Germany) → MAHLE (Germany) → Aegon (The Netherlands) → Energy Exchange Istanbul (EXIST) (Turkey) → ENKA Construction (Turkey) → Trendyol.com / Alibaba Group (China - Turkey) → Daiichi Sankyo (Japan) → Elleair International (Japan) → QNB - Qatar National Bank (Qatar) → Metair (South Africa) ⚡ Co-Founder of Corvisio HR Management & OKR Platform (Exit in 2023) ⚡ Co-founded Prosoftly (Exit in 2023) ⚡️ Co-Founder of Mailsoftly (Exit in 2023)

Anant Wairagade is a Technical Lead with over 20 years of experience in Software Engineering enabling IT organizations with digital transformation and helping them become secure organizations. In his more than two decades long career, Anant has worked for financial services companies where he led the design and development of several successful products in the Security, Finance and CRM domain. Beginning of his career, Anant worked as a Technology consultant for major Financial Services companies and Banks. Anant is a thought leader in Enterprise Integrations solutions. He is expert in API based data connector development, Kafka and Messaging Middleware. Anant is also an active member of several Industry Open Standard communities. He is an IEEE Senior member and serves as Program Committee Member for several IEEE and other IT conferences.

As Co-CEO of NEUROFIT and a three-time tech founder, I combine a background in computer science from Caltech with a decade of experience building wellness technology that's reached millions globally. My journey from experiencing Complex PTSD to creating innovative solutions for stress and burnout has shaped NEUROFIT's data-driven approach to nervous system regulation, now used by 2,000+ health professionals and 60,000+ users across 100+ countries worldwide. Prior to NEUROFIT, my expertise in product development and engineering led me through technical roles at Snapchat and Headspace, and as a product consultant for Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. My venture-backed products have earned international recognition with features in Forbes, Well+Good, Men's Health, MedicalNewsToday, SHAPE, and more. At NEUROFIT, we've pioneered a unique approach to stress management and burnout prevention, that combines cutting-edge technology with body-based interventions, helping active users achieve an average 54% reduction in stress levels within their first week.

I am the CEO and Chief Marketing Officer of Paramount Wellness Retreat, where I've dedicated over 12 years to advancing behavioral health and helping individuals find their path to recovery. My journey in this field has been driven by a hands-on approach and a commitment to innovative strategies, making Paramount Wellness Retreat a beacon of hope for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse. My background in marketing, research, and team-building has been invaluable in navigating the substance abuse treatment industry, allowing me to build effective leadership teams and enhance the operational efficiency of our programs. I am deeply passionate about behavioral health and am grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of countless individuals seeking recovery.

As an experienced HR Manager at ProProfs, I am passionate about building high-performing teams, fostering positive workplace culture, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals. Throughout my career, I have honed expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management, enabling me to drive both individual and organizational success. At ProProfs, I have successfully led initiatives such as: Streamlining hiring processes to attract top-tier talent. Developing training programs to boost employee skill sets and retention. Implementing HR technologies to enhance operational efficiency. I believe that the heart of any thriving business is its people, and I strive to create environments where employees feel motivated, valued, and empowered to excel.

## Dr. Tim Scott Dr. Tim Scott isn't your typical physician. After a decade in emergency medicine witnessing the devastating consequences of metabolic dysfunction firsthand, he realized a hard truth: our healthcare system excels at crisis management but fails miserably at preventing disease. As the founder of Rixa Health, Dr. Scott has pioneered an approach to medicine that looks beyond symptoms to address the root causes of today's most prevalent health issues. His expertise in metabolic health, functional medicine, and cutting-edge therapeutics has helped thousands of patients reclaim their health after years of being told their lab work was "normal" despite feeling terrible. Known for his direct, no-nonsense approach, Dr. Scott combines advanced medical knowledge with practical solutions that work in real life, not just in textbooks. He specializes in reversing metabolic disorders, optimizing hormonal health, and using peptide therapies to address complex health challenges that conventional medicine often misses. Dr. Scott is passionate about empowering patients through education, believing that understanding your body is the first step to healing it. When he's not transforming patients' health, he's advancing the field through education, speaking engagements, and training the next generation of metabolic health practitioners.

Neeraj Kumar is a tech writer specializing in health tech and EdTech, with expertise in SEO, SaaS growth, and content strategy. He simplifies complex topics like telehealth, AI in education, and automation, offering insights that inform and inspire.