Manish Nathwani
President
I moved to Iowa in 2007 with my wife, Shriti and two daughters. Being an IAAI board member not only provides an opportunity to influence, give back and make a difference to our community through organization of cultural events, it also allows my family to maintain a deep connection to a unique heritage that continues to evolve without losing its identity.
– Manish
– Manish
Prakash Kopparapu
Vice-President
Promoting civic engagement and contribution to American society has been a key driver to continually serve the community past 25 years. Recognizing the importance of citizen diplomacy as a key contributor to US-India relations, as a Board member, it is my responsibility to facilitate the much needed goodwill in US-India socio-economic relations. Through promotion of rich Indian culture & heritage in Iowa, both Iowans and our young generation has a first hand opportunity to experience the Indian way of life.
Dhriti Chatterjee
Treasurer
I have been a resident of Iowa since 2007. Before that we lived in Minnesota. I was fortunate enough to organize the annual events for the Bengali Association and that experience gave me the confidence to take on the responsibilities of being a board member. Being on the board gives me an opportunity to give back to the community I am so proud of and help others get a glimpse of the different cultures which are a part of India thru the events organized by IAAI.
Tarun Dhall
Secretary
Des Moines has been my home city since 2008. I believe that to volunteer is the best way to contribute to the society. IAAI provides that opportunity to showcase Indian culture and share the heritage with our kids and rest of the world. I am excited with this chance to be able to engage in organization of the events to celebrate and experience the festivities from
different parts of India.
different parts of India.
Nishant Kumar
Associate Secretary
My name is Nishant Kumar and I have been calling Des Moines my home since 2005. I am very passionate about the community work, giving back to community and its enrichment. My passion to lead by an example completely aligns with the IAA mission. Being part of the IAA board it gives me a platform to promote, share and celebrate rich cultural heritage of my country India. This also helps my kids and their generation to stay connected with our roots. I am a firm believer of everyone should have an opportunity to learn and grown in the community. I am fortunate that IAA provides me that opportunity to nurture and preserve my cultural heritage through various cultural activities.
Ankush Bhatia
Director
I moved to Iowa with my wife and son in 2005. I have been part of diversity & inclusion councils and have volunteered for several organizations such as Meals from the Heartland. Being a part of IAAI gives me an opportunity to promote Indian culture and give back to the community.
Maulik Shroff
Director
I have been involved in community events the last few years with other organizations.
On the personal front I am married with 2 kids. I work at a financial services firm leading IT teams to deliver value to our customers.
On the personal front I am married with 2 kids. I work at a financial services firm leading IT teams to deliver value to our customers.
Pooja Kumar
Director
IOWA has been my home since 2013. I hail from a family who truly believes in giving back to the society and has been very active in community service for years. It has certainly etched an impression in my mind and heart and I carry the same passion of community service. It promotes self esteem and strengthens a community. It brings me immense pleasure seeing a community flourish and knowing I have contributed towards it however small my contribution is. Being an IAAI board member does not only gives me an opportunity to give back to our Indo-American society/community but it also gives me an opportunity to showcase, promote and celebrate our rich Indian culture.