
Arun Nalavadi currently serves as the Chief of Programmes – Livelihood at Magic Bus India Foundation. He is an accomplished leader with over 44 years of professional experience in various organisations in India. His journey reflects a unique blend of corporate excellence and a deep commitment to social impact. His last corporate assignment was as the Country Manager in India at Accor, where he played a pivotal role in scaling up the organization to become a significant player in the loyalty space.
Motivated by a strong commitment to giving back to society, Arun embarked on a transformative journey in 2015 by joining Magic Bus. Utilizing his extensive corporate experience, he focused on developing and managing partnerships and building the Livelihood programme to make it one of the largest in the non-profit skilling space. This transition exemplifies Arun's unwavering dedication to creating positive societal impact through strategic alliances, underlining his commitment to social responsibility.
A resident of Mumbai, Arun actively participates in the social sector speaker circuit, contributing valuable insights and experiences to meaningful discussions on effecting positive social change. His engagements reflect a keen interest in the intersection of corporate strategies and social impact, demonstrating his ability to navigate the balance between business objectives and societal well-being.
A proud alumnus of the Harvard Business School, Arun has attended the Spin program, enriching his educational background












There’s a lot happening at charcha 2025
Exciting programming in play - marquee speakers, extensive CSR and CSO network participation, thought-provoking panels and workshops, curated networking, and more.

