Thought Leadership
Thought Leadership
Siddharth Mukne
Managing Director
Siddharth specialises in fostering UKโIndia bilateral trade and delivering strategic advisory services to businesses and academic institutions across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. With a rich background in business development, international trade, project management, account management, public relations, and operations, Siddharth has successfully advised over various UK businesses and universities, driving significant growth in exports and employment.
His extensive professional network includes influential institutions such as the UK Department for Business and Trade, FCDO, British Chambers of Commerce network, leading financial institutions, and various government and trade organisations. These relationships enable him to facilitate impactful collaborations to support businesses.
Siddharthโs educational journey spans institutions in both the UK and India, equipping him with a global mindset and diverse expertise. He holds an Executive MBA and a masterโs degree in international marketing from leading UK universities, alongside qualifications in International Trade Management and Polymer Engineering from top Indian institutions. This unique blend of strategic leadership, marketing acumen, technical knowledge, and international trade expertise empowers him to deliver nuanced, results-driven business advisory support.
A passionate advocate for social responsibility, Siddharth dedicates significant time to community service. He actively serves as a trustee and board member for charitable organisations in both the UK and India, championing causes such as healthcare, skills development, education, environmental sustainability, tribal development, animal welfare, and the arts.
In addition to his advisory roles, Siddharth is a committed business mentor and supporter of start-ups and small businesses. Leveraging his vast experience and network, he contributes through platforms including Kingโs Trust, UK Government initiatives, local councils, universities, and business incubation centres. By sharing his expertise and connections, he helps emerging entrepreneurs overcome challenges, access critical resources, and capitalise on new opportunities for sustained growth and success.
Affiliations
- Ergo Europe Ltd - Managing Director
- India Partnership Forum โ Managing Director
- iXRLabs โ Director, partnership โ UK
- Associate Director at UK India Business Council (2014-2024)
- Member of Advisory Council at Zinnia Investment (India & Mauritius)
- Executive in Residence and Business Ambassador at Brunel University London
- Business Ambassador at Judge Business School (Cambridge University)
- Our NHS Our Concern Thinktankโ Patron
- Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce โ India Champion
- South Wales Chamber of Commerce โ India Champion
- Suffolk Chamber of Commerce โ India Champion
- Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce โ Business Mentor
- UK Government โ Business Mentor (Help to Grow Management โ SME Support)
- Kingโs Trust (Former Princeโs Trust) โ Business Mentor (Youth)
- T- Hub (Hyderabad) โ Business Mentor
Advisory Board
Ritu Chopra
Healthcare World
Anthony Hackney
Education & EdTech
Charlie Fraser
Innovate UK
Antony Wilson
Smart Respiratory
Sneha Nainwal
Pushkar Kapole
FCDO- UK
Prof. Dani Saghafi
Brunel University,London
Stuart Facey
Sukhjit Grewal
Chartered Institute of Public Relations