Neena, Vice President of the Kickstart Foundation, is a passionate advocate for the integration of sports and education in youth development. A former sprinter, Neena has personally experienced the transformative power of sports, which has fueled her commitment to fostering similar opportunities for young people. With a master’s degree in Sports Management, she is currently pursuing a second master’s in Educational Leadership. Neena’s background includes over a decade of experience as a coordinator and teacher at a prominent Bengaluru-based school, where she dedicated herself to both academic and athletic excellence. Her vision for the Kickstart Foundation is to create programs that seamlessly blend sports and education, empowering youth to thrive both on and off the field.

Rajesh, the Secretary of the Kickstart Foundation, is a dedicated leader with an MBA in Finance and a profound passion for community development. His belief in the transformative power of football inspired him to become the trustee of the foundation. Rajesh combines his financial expertise with his commitment to social impact, ensuring that the foundation operates efficiently and within the confines of law while staying true to its mission of empowering communities through sports. Under his guidance, the Kickstart Foundation has successfully launched numerous initiatives that use football as a tool for education, empowerment, and social cohesion.