Lucknow: Sangeeta Srivastava, Senior Vice President of the Indian Investors Federation, Uttar Pradesh State Council, has emerged as a prominent example of how a strong foundation in education can translate into impactful leadership within the industry and investment ecosystem.
Beginning her professional journey as a teacher, Sangeeta Srivastava devoted her early years to nurturing young minds and instilling discipline, critical thinking, and core values. Her experience in education provided her with deep insights into human development, capacity building, and the transformative role of knowledge—principles that continue to guide her leadership approach today.
During her tenure as an educator, she closely engaged with students, parents, and institutions, gaining first-hand exposure to challenges such as employability gaps, skill mismatches, and the growing disconnect between academic learning and industry requirements. These experiences inspired her to expand her contribution beyond classrooms and work toward addressing these issues at a broader, systemic level.
Driven by a clear vision to bridge the gap between education, entrepreneurship, investment, and economic growth, Sangeeta Srivastava gradually transitioned into leadership roles within the industry ecosystem. Over the years, she has become a strong advocate for skill development, women entrepreneurship, MSME growth, and inclusive, investment-led development.
In her current role as Senior Vice President of the Indian Investors Federation’s Uttar Pradesh State Council, she plays a strategic role in investment facilitation, industry engagement, policy dialogue, and stakeholder coordination across the state. She actively collaborates with entrepreneurs, investors, government agencies, educational institutions, and industry bodies to strengthen Uttar Pradesh’s industrial and economic landscape.
Her background in education uniquely positions her to emphasize capacity building and leadership development within industry. She firmly believes that sustainable industrial growth depends not only on capital and infrastructure but also on skilled human resources, ethical leadership, and knowledge-driven decision-making.
Sangeeta Srivastava’s journey reflects a seamless integration of education and industry leadership.
By carrying the values of a teacher into boardrooms and policy discussions, she demonstrates how education serves as a powerful foundation for effective leadership, inclusive growth, and nation-building.
Her story continues to inspire educators, professionals, and women leaders who aspire to expand their impact from individual development to institutional strength and economic transformation.
