Friday | March 1, 2024
The Westin Bellevue
ABOUT UPAYA
We believe in the power of dignified jobs to end the cycle of extreme poverty. Dignified work has a catalytic impact on families, communities, and economies.
Upaya’s mission is to create dignified jobs that lift people out of extreme poverty. That’s why we invest in early-stage social enterprises that are creating safe, stable, inclusive, and rewarding job opportunities for people living in the most vulnerable communities.
Thank you to our Gala sponsors!
About Gauri Malik
“We’re about the boss stories, not the sob ones.”
Gauri Malik, the innovative force behind Sirohi, is dedicated to empowering women through sustainable employment. With a commitment to eco-friendly design and community impact, she leads Sirohi in creating beautiful, purposeful products that create jobs and contribute to a brighter, more inclusive future.
Gala Committee
Sharmila Rathinam, Co-Chair
Yashodhra Painumkal, Co-Chair
Shefali Chalana
Kiran Dhanoa
Amruta Joshi
Dipika Matthias
Priya Nagar
Sunita Sondur
Board of Directors
Bill Harrington
Caroline Bressan
Caroline Vance
Kate Cochran
Kim Rachmeler
Kumar Ganapathy
Mukund Ghangurde
Nainesh Shah, Treasurer
Parvathy Ramanthan
Richard Wardell, Board Chair
Sachi Shenoy, Co-Founder
Yashodhra Painumkal
In-Kind Sponsors
5th Ave Theatre
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Canlis
Covington Cellars
Dave Moretsky
Duke’s Restaurant
Fidelitas
Gowri Pabbati
Kavitha Hedge
Kelsey Albro Itämeri
Largesse
Mac & Jack's Brewery
Meesha
Met Market
MoPOP
Omid Roustaei
Sharmila Rathinam
Shruti Sardesi
Sirohi
Sparkman
The Westin
Top Golf
Valerie Tarico
Talent
Fred Granados, Auctioneer
Ajisth, Dhol Performer
DJ Shingi Marangwanda
Lily Ketchun, Photographer
Volunteers
Aahana
Ansh
Aranav
Mahi
Mallika
Rishi
Samay
Sarah
Svetlana
Titu