Advisors
Mentors and advisors who support AIMERS Foundation's mission with their expertise and guidance.
T. S. Krishnamurthy
Advisor
T. S. Krishnamurthy (Taruvai Subayya Krishnamurthy) is one of India’s most distinguished civil servants, best known for serving as the 13th Chief Election Commissioner of India (2004–2005). With a career spanning over 36 years in public service, he is widely respected for his integrity, administrative excellence, and contributions to democratic governance, financial systems, and institutional reform. A gold medalist in History, Economics, and Political Science from the University of Mysore and a postgraduate in Fiscal Studies from the University of Bath, UK, he began his career in the Indian Revenue Service in 1963 and rose through key leadership roles including Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Mumbai), Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, and Secretary of the Department of Company Affairs. He made history as the first IRS officer to become both Secretary to the Government of India and Chief Election Commissioner. As CEC, he successfully oversaw India’s 2004 General Elections—one of the largest democratic exercises in the world—while strengthening institutional credibility and advancing the nationwide adoption of electronic voting machines, a landmark step in modernising India’s electoral process. His contributions also extend to financial governance, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the Investor Education and Protection Fund, and to international economic diplomacy through his involvement in Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements with multiple countries. Beyond India, he has served as an advisor to the International Monetary Fund in countries such as Ethiopia and Georgia and has participated as an international observer in major elections, including those in the United States. Appointed by the Supreme Court of India to conduct elections for the Board of Control for Cricket in India, he has consistently been entrusted with assignments requiring neutrality and institutional credibility. Post-retirement, he has continued to contribute as Chairman and board member of several organisations, including Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (Chennai), Repco Home Finance, and Sriram Life Insurance, while also engaging in academic, policy, and public discourse. An author of works such as Miracles of Democracy and Beyond the Ballot: Paradoxes of Democracy, he is regarded as a thought leader on governance, electoral systems, and democratic resilience.
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Jessie Reis
Advisor
Jessie has a military background and is a graduate of the University of New South Wales (UNSW), holding a Bachelor of History and International Political Studies. She has almost completed a Masters of Logistics Management, also through UNSW and is commencing a Masters of Maritime Policy with the University of Wollongong in 2026. Jessie is passionate about the development of young Australians and is committed to applying creative, forward-thinking approaches to deliver meaningful outcomes that support diverse learning journeys.
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B. Srinivasaprabhu
Advisor
B. Srinivasaprabhu is a distinguished parliamentary expert and former Joint Secretary of the Lok Sabha Secretariat, Parliament of India, having served the Indian Parliament with distinction for over three decades in one of its most senior administrative and legislative roles. During his tenure, he played a critical role in guiding and managing parliamentary proceedings, including the drafting of Private Members’ Bills and advising on the admissibility of notices submitted by Members of Parliament for participation in parliamentary debates and proceedings. He also oversaw key operational aspects of the Lok Sabha’s legislative processes and worked closely with Parliamentary Committees, contributing to the strengthening of democratic governance and legislative practice. A respected faculty member and lecturer, Mr. Srinivasaprabhu has delivered training programs and lectures to a wide range of audiences, including senior officials from foreign parliaments, Indian Administrative Service and government officers, Members of Legislative Assemblies across Indian states, and university students of political science. His international exposure includes specialized training in Legislative Drafting in New Orleans, USA, and diplomatic engagement with the Parliament of Maldives to explore areas of parliamentary cooperation and institutional development. He has also led and coordinated major democratic engagement initiatives, including the Commonwealth Youth Parliament involving representatives from nearly 30 countries, as well as numerous Youth Parliament programs across India, nurturing the next generation of democratic leaders. Mr. Srinivasaprabhu also served as the officer in charge of the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), travelling extensively across India alongside Members of Parliament to oversee implementation and impact. His association with Presiding Officers’ Conferences and parliamentary institutional forums further reflects his deep commitment to strengthening legislative systems and democratic participation. As Advisor to the AIMERS Foundation, Mr. Srinivasaprabhu brings invaluable expertise in governance, public policy, democratic institutions, and youth civic engagement, helping guide AIMERS’ mission to empower communities through AI, Media, Emerging Technologies, Robotics, STEAM and Space Technology.
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Rocío Caparrós
Global Strategy Advisor
Rocío Caparrós is an independent expert in space policy, global governance, gender equality, and international outreach. She brings a strategic, cross-border perspective to AIMERS Foundation, helping to connect education, innovation, and community impact with global space and policy ecosystems.
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Tibor Molnar
Advisor
Tibor Molnar is an accomplished autodidact whose career spans science, technology, research, and philosophy. He initially studied Chemical Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and worked in industrial chemistry across the paint, rustproofing, and electroplating industries before moving into computing, where he led technology operations as Head of Computer Operations at Zurich Insurance for eleven years, followed by similar roles at BMA and FAI Insurance. From 1989 to 2003, he co-founded and operated a boutique corporate research library with his late wife, providing specialised research services primarily to the advertising and marketing sectors. After retiring from full-time professional roles, he pursued his long-standing interest in philosophy, teaching Philosophy of Science at the University of Sydney’s Centre for Continuing Education between 2005 and 2018. In 2017 he was invited to become an Honorary Affiliate in Philosophy at the University of Sydney, and in 2020 he was elected a Member of the Royal Society of New South Wales. He has delivered guest lectures at UNSW, Boston University, Newington College, and other educational institutions, as well as numerous public lectures for philosophy societies and community organisations. He also moderates a monthly philosophy café in Glebe, fostering public engagement with philosophical ideas. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to inquiry, critical thinking, and communicating ideas across disciplines, bringing a deeply interdisciplinary perspective to his advisory role with AIMERS Foundation.
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