International Steering Committee

G. Balasubramanian Dr. Sadhana Parashar Dr. Rajesh Hassija Kevin Baird Dr. Swati Popat Vats Dr. Jesús Jara Mrs. Abha Meghe Dr. Andrew Ordover Humphrey Chan Pamit Anand Vishnu Patro Pramod Sharma Dr. Usha Ram Dr. Punam Kashyap Ms. Sangeeta Krishan Giri Balasubramaniam

Guiding Excellence. Shaping the Future with Integrity and Inclusivity.

The SPARK Olympiads bring together some of the most distinguished minds in Indian and global education. With deep expertise in assessment innovation, student engagement, and large-scale assessment management, the Committee ensures that the SPARK Olympiads are future-ready, aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF, and driven by the highest standards of academic integrity and inclusivity.

Giri Balasubramaniam

Founder & CEO, Greycaps | Quizmaster

Giri Balasubramaniam, popularly known as "Pickbrain," is one of India’s most respected knowledge evangelists and the founder of Greycaps, Asia’s largest onstage quizzing and knowledge services company. With decades of experience in engaging young minds through innovation, curiosity, and critical thinking, he has redefined how knowledge is perceived and disseminated.

His deep understanding of learner psychology and engagement strategies offers valuable inputs in designing assessments that move beyond rote learning—towards stimulating curiosity, real-world application, and lifelong learning among students.

Together, the members of the Spark Olympiads Steering Committee have influenced over 25,000 schools, led reforms at national and international levels, and shaped educational experiences for millions of learners. Their combined expertise ensures that Spark Olympiads are not just assessments but a national movement towards future-ready learning.