Meet Our Authors

Get to know the people behind our thought leadership.

Akhil Pawa

AVP Program Management

With over 19 years of experience in EdTech, Akhil Pahwa is dedicated to enhancing learning efficacy by strategizing and developing immersive learning products. His unique blend of creative and technical expertise allows him to leverage the latest trends and innovations to create engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.

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Dipesh Jain

VP Sales

Dipesh is a seasoned revenue leader with extensive experience in Sales, Marketing, and Presales. His approach goes beyond titles and numbers, focusing on fostering growth through a customer-first philosophy. Dipesh excels in building meaningful connections and tackling real-world challenges in the K-12 sector. From driving product growth to enhancing learner and teacher relationships and managing key relationships, he is dedicated to creating genuine connections and achieving lasting success.

Husena Jadliwala

Customer Success Lead

Husena Jadliwala is an experienced education professional with a passion for simplifying complex concepts through innovative and experiential learning programs. With 13 years in the education industry and 8 years in customer-facing roles such as sales, marketing, and training, she specializes in guiding EdTech and SaaS users to success through effective platform implementation.

Michael Spontak

Account Manager

Michael brings nine years of expertise in digital education to his role on the customer success team at MagicBox. His career spans both higher education and K-12 environments, where he has played a key role in advancing digital content delivery. Michael's focus is on partnering with MagicBox clients to facilitate the successful implementation and adoption of our innovative platform.

Mohammad Salahuddin

Director of Technology

Mohammad Salahuddin serves as the Director of Technology at MagicBox, a division of Magic EdTech. With over 20 years in the e-learning industry, he is a seasoned Software Architect specializing in cutting-edge educational technologies and AI solutions. His extensive experience and leadership drive innovation and excellence in digital learning platforms.

Olivia Lara-Gresty

Business Associate

Olivia Lara-Gresty is dedicated to unlocking potential in educational technology and accessibility. With a deep-seated passion for lifelong learning, she strives to make education engaging and effective for students of all ages. Olivia is committed to promoting equitable access to education and economic opportunities, ensuring that all young adults, regardless of their background, can thrive and succeed.

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Rishiraj Gera

Chief Solutions Officer

Rishi Raj Gera serves as the Chief Solutions Officer at Magic where he harnesses over two decades of experience in the EdTech sector to drive innovation and address the evolving needs of educators and learners. With a background in product design and strategy, Rishi has been instrumental in launching many educational products which have positively impacted thousands of students worldwide. A firm believer in the transformative power of technology, Rishi is dedicated to forging partnerships, leading teams, and pioneering solutions that shape the future of education.

Ruchi Aggarwal

Marketing Manager

Ruchi leads marketing efforts at MagicBox, bringing over 8 years of diverse experience across various industries. Her expertise lies in crafting compelling marketing strategies that drive engagement and growth. Passionate about education technology, Ruchi leverages her diverse background to enhance brand presence and connect with key stakeholders in the edtech space.

Satadeep Mitra

Chief Strategy Officer

Satadeep Mitra brings two decades of expertise in establishing, transforming, and managing business lines and products in the EdTech space. Currently, he is dedicated to advancing MagicBox into a cutting-edge, AI-powered platform, enhancing digital learning experiences for everyone.

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Vivek Mishra

Senior Product Consultant

Vivek Mishra, Senior Consultant Product at MagicBox, brings a decade of expertise in the field. With a rich background in educational technology, Vivek specializes in optimizing digital learning solutions to enhance user experiences. His insights and strategic guidance have been instrumental in advancing MagicBox's innovative offerings.

  • Akhil Pawa

    AVP Program Management

  • Dipesh Jain- Author

    Dipesh Jain

    VP Sales

  • Husena Jadliwala

    Customer Success Lead

  • Michael Spontak

    Account Manager

  • Mohammad Salahuddin

    Director of Technology

  • Olivia Lara-Gresty

    Business Associate

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    Rishiraj Gera

    Chief Solutions Officer

  • Ruchi Aggarwal

    Marketing Manager

  • Satadeep Mitra

    Chief Strategy Officer

  • vivek-mishra

    Vivek Mishra

    Senior Product Consultant