Biography

Dr. Gurveen Khurana's focus on holistic education informs her belief in the importance of broad, liberal arts-based perspectives when it comes to making strategic decisions. In a corporate context, liberal arts education can significantly enhance a leader’s ability to think critically, ask insightful questions, and make decisions that are not just technically sound but culturally aware and ethically grounded. The analytical skills developed through her academic training would help her weigh different perspectives, identify subtle patterns, and make decisions that consider the long-term impact on both the organization and the broader community. Managing the APAC region for an enterprise client is a complex role that requires a deep understanding of different cultures, values, and business practices across diverse countries. Dr. Khurana's background gives her a nuanced understanding of the region's diverse cultures and business practices. This cultural awareness is invaluable in fostering partnerships, negotiating deals, and understanding consumer behaviors across APAC markets, enabling her to build more effective and respectful business relationships. In her role as Alliance Director, she draws on her academic training to view business challenges from multiple angles, breaking down complex problems into their components, testing assumptions, and designing solutions that are both innovative and grounded in rigorous analysis.

Areas of Expertise

Leadership and Organizational Management, Corporate Strategy, Asian History, Business Anthropology

Education

PhD University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Research

“Gaining Authority and Legitimacy: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee and the Golden Temple c. 1920-2000”, in progress of book publication.

Representative Publications

“Home and the World: The Nagar Kirtan and Sikh Diaspora” in Sikhism in Global Context, Pashaura Singh (ed.), Oxford University Press, 2011