Gladstone Leslie Samuel is a seasoned industry expert with over 35 years of experience in the chemical process industries, research and development, and program management. He holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, an MBA in IT, and an MA in Mass Communication. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Gladstone has guided aspiring professionals with a strong focus on project management, corporate governance, ESG, and leadership. He actively consults on ESG initiatives, serves as an external board member, and creates boardroom-focused content through different platforms . His recent work includes authoring Governance Challenges in Startups in India and developing digital transformation frameworks for the energy sector.