Our Board of Directors
Anu Srivastav
President
Mr. Srivastav is Managing Partner of Alberta Business Loans in Edmonton and the visionary who brought the Alberta-India Chamber of Commerce to life. He has had an extensive career in both India and Canada and a demonstrated history of successful collaborations in the arts, culture, and business sectors. Mr. Srivastav is also one of the founders of V4U Radio and Television.
Puneet Manchanda
Director, Government Relations
Mr. Manchanda is a Manager with Enbrdige Pipelines and has been an integral part of the South Asian community in Edmonton for the past 20 years. In June 2025, he was appointed to Premier Smith’s India Advisory Committee and serves as the formal liaison between this Committee and the Alberta-India Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Manchanda has held many key volunteer roles, including as the former President of the Council of India Societies of Edmonton.
Vishal Zaveri
Director, Chamber & Corporate Engagement
Mr. Zaveri is a Financial Services Representative with Primerica and has been heavily involved in supporting Canada-India trade relation for many years. He continues to serve as the Vice-Chair of the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce and is deeply knowledgeable about regulatory frameworks and industry standards across many different sectors. Mr. Zaveri is an active volunteer who has contributed to collaborations in the arts and culture sectors.
Our Strategic Advisors
Dr. Vandana Srivastava
Strategic Advisor, Indo-Canada Diplomatic Relations
Dr. Srivastava holds a Doctorate in International Law and currently resides in Geneva where her husband is Minister and Consul General within the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations. She has deep knowledge and an extensive contacts base which will support the continued renewal of the Canada-India relationship. Dr. Srivastava is also one of the founders of V4U Radio and Television.
Anoushka Fernandes
Strategic Advisor, Policy and Governance
Ms. Fernandes is the Founder and President of Marcelino Marise Solutions. She has re-entered the consulting world following a 20-year career with the Alberta Public Service, during which time she held a number of executive leadership roles. She has served on the Boards of many non-profit associations and is currently a Vice President with the Edmonton Chapter of Lean In, an international organization devoted to women’s personal and professional development.
Hon. Leela Aheer
Strategic Advisor, Member Advocacy
Ms. Aheer is the Chief Executive Officer of SLAM Industries. She previously served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and Alberta’s Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism, and Status of Women. Since leaving public service, she has re-entered the world of entrepreneurship where she supports the growth and development of client businesses across borders; and has become a sought-after keynote speaker.
