Founder & Director – Lexicon EduOverseas
Founder – First Soul Foundation
Designation: CEIBCR Director India Operations
With a career spanning nearly two decades, Harmandeep Singh brings a powerful blend of corporate experience, entrepreneurial spirit, and a deep commitment to social impact. His journey began in 2006 at the global powerhouse General Electric (GE) in its Healthcare division. Over a successful 7-year tenure, he rose through the ranks to become a Manager and was selected for a prestigious business integration project in the USA in 2011 — a testament to his leadership and global mindset. In 2013, he joined Basware, a leading Finland-based enterprise solutions provider, again as a Manager. After nearly two years in this role, Harmandeep chose to channel his expertise into a new path — entrepreneurship.
Today, he is the driving force behind Lexicon EduOverseas, a globally-oriented education consultancy offering end-to-end services to students aspiring to study abroad. From visa assistance to settlement planning, Lexicon is a trusted partner in turning international education dreams into reality for students across the globe.
Beyond business, Harmandeep is equally committed to giving back. He is the founder of First Soul Foundation, an NGO dedicated to school education and skill development. Through this initiative, he is working to empower underprivileged communities and build a more educated, skilled, and ethical society. A firm believer in integrating enterprise with empathy, his long-term vision is to merge his business acumen with social responsibility — uplifting lives by promoting standardized practices, ethical values, and overall enrichment of human potential.
Educational Background:
B.Sc. (Non-Medical), DAV College, Chandigarh (2003)
Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.), Government College of Education, Chandigarh (2005)
Designation: CEIBCR Manager India Operations
Isha Sood, Manager – India Chapter at the Council for European Indian Business & Cultural Relation (CEIBCR), plays a key role in managing corporate engagement, strategic liaison, and institutional coordination across India. She actively handles relationships with corporate houses, trade bodies, and international stakeholders to strengthen Europe–India business cooperation. Her responsibilities include facilitating trade discussions, supporting cross-border collaborations, and assisting members in navigating business and cultural frameworks. Isha regularly represents the Council at seminars, business forums, and industry conferences, contributing to dialogue on trade, investment, and bilateral opportunities. She is also involved in planning and executing CEIBCR’s events, delegations, and outreach initiatives, supporting the Council’s mission of fostering sustainable business growth and cultural connectivity between Europe and India.
country club ambassador (CEIBCR) Nigeria
Haffinique Nigeria Limited (HNL) established in 2012 by Oladipo Oluyinka Afinni
Connecting Nigerian manufacturing with global opportunities.
Mr. Oluyinka Oladipo Afinni, Managing Director of Haffinique Nigeria Limited, is CEIBCR’s Country Chapter Head (Nigeria) representing Nigeria within the Council’s international ecosystem.
Through CEIBCR, Mr. Afinni engages with investors and business leaders across Europe, India, and Africa, fostering opportunities in trade, manufacturing, distribution, and investment collaboration. His role strengthens CEIBCR’s presence in Nigeria while enabling Council members to explore market entry, partnerships, and sector-specific cooperation in Nigeria and beyond.
This partnership reinforces CEIBCR’s mission to act as a bridge between regions, cultures, and economies.
Chapter Head Nepal (CEIBCR)
Connecting Himalayan adventure expertise with global business collaboration
Mr. Pariyar is the founder and CEO of Rudra Travels & Trek, is CEIBCR’s Chapter Head (Nepal Travel and tourism ). udra Travels & Trek is a premier adventure tourism and trekking company based in Nepal.
Through his association with CEIBCR, Mr. Pariyar plays an active role in advancing cross-border tourism, cultural exchange, and sustainable travel partnerships between South Asia, Europe, and India. Leveraging his deep expertise in Himalayan adventure tourism, he creates strategic opportunities for collaboration, destination promotion, and experiential travel development for CEIBCR members.
As a CEIBCR partner, Mr. Pariyar strengthens the Council’s mission to connect global business communities, promote inclusive economic cooperation, and support initiatives that enhance market access and cultural understanding across regions.
Chapter Head Netherlands (CEIBCR)
Operational Expertise Across Services, Trade, and Market Development
Mr Mike Oko Kalu is CEIBCR’s Chapter Head Netherlands (Events and Business Promotions). With over 18 years of professional experience in the Netherlands, Mr Mike has worked across multiple sectors including facility services, small business management, textile trading, and operational support. His background also includes marketing coordination and social entrepreneurship, along with experience supporting private transportation operations. Aligned with the Council’s vision, he contributes practical industry insight, cross-sector expertise, and on-ground European market understanding to support international business collaboration and growth initiatives.
India International Events & Seminars
Rajesh Khatri is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in Marketing and Sales.
From operations to opportunity – Enabling Cross-border growth
As the Chapter Head – India International Events & Seminars, Rajesh Khatri brings strategic insight, organizational excellence, and a global outlook to the council. His rich experience in marketing, event participation, and international exposure makes him a valuable asset in driving successful events and fostering meaningful collaborations.
Neeraj Kumar Dhir is an Indian sports entrepreneur, league architect, and creative strategist collaborating with the Council for European–Indian Business, Cultural & Relations (CEIBCR) to promote international cooperation in sports, culture, and youth engagement. He is the founder of the Tennis Cricket Association of India (TCAI) and the creator of E11 Bash, a franchise-based tennis cricket league designed to develop one of the world’s largest organized tennis-cricket ecosystems.
With experience in sports branding, broadcast content, and large-scale event production, he has contributed to initiatives connected with the Indian Premier League ecosystem and programs linked with the MS Dhoni Cricket Academy. His work focuses on transforming grassroots cricket into a professionally structured and globally engaging sports platform while encouraging international collaboration through sports.
