at Red Earth
With over 28 years of leadership experience across the telecom and hospitality industries, Mansur currently spearheads sales growth, revenue optimization, and operational excellence in the hospitality sector as a Corporate General Manager – Sales & Operations. His core expertise lies in strategic business development, market expansion, and curating guest experiences that drive brand value and sustained profitability.
In his current role, he oversees sales and operations across multiple properties, with a sharp focus on boosting occupancy rates, diversifying revenue streams, and executing customer-first strategies. His approach is deeply rooted in leveraging data-driven insights, embracing technology, and fostering high-performing teams to consistently deliver superior service standards and strong financial outcomes.
Outside the boardroom, Mansur is an avid wildlife photographer, channeling his creative energy into capturing the raw beauty of nature and wildlife through his lens.
Jeswin Kingsly's journey from Marine Engineering to becoming a dedicated Wildlife Conservationist is truly inspiring. His transition from a family with a hunting background to a Naturalist working in the Central Indian landscape showcases his passion for wildlife.
Starting his career with WWF in the Tiger Project and later contributing to the Elephant Conflict Mitigation project in the Nilgiris Biosphere demonstrates his commitment to protecting these endangered species. His upbringing in the foothills of the Western Ghats likely played a significant role in fostering his love for nature.
It's fascinating to learn about Jeswin's interests in snakes and butterflies, highlighting his deep connection to the region's biodiversity. Establishing the "Wildlife Wranglers" organisation with fellow enthusiasts, focusing on conservation through education is a commendable initiative.
Moreover, Jeswin's involvement in assisting the forest department during conflict situations and his contribution to the award-winning film 'Kaliru,' which addresses the Elephant Conflict in the Nilgiris foothills, underscores his dedication to wildlife conservation.
In his extensive stint with the legendary Belinda Wright at Kipling Camp, he was mentored personally by her and carried forward the legacy of conservation.
His passion for wildlife extends to photography, making him a multifaceted conservationist who uses visual storytelling to raise awareness about the beauty and importance of our natural world. Jeswin Kingsly's journey is a testament to the power of following one's passion and positively impacting the environment.
We are lucky to have Sandesh, a well-known Indian wildlife producer and conservation photographer by our side. His passion for visual imagery has made him leave a mark in the industry, with his contributions to BBC Planet Earth and also his films being telecasted on various wildlife channels.
He is a member of the International League of Conservation Photographers and director of Felis Creations and aims to create content for the conservation of the planet and its biodiversity.
Priya Singh is an independent wildlife biologist based out of Bangalore. She graduated with a degree in Wildlife Biology and Conservation from the Post-graduate program offered by WCS-India and the National Centre for Biological Sciences (TIFR), Bangalore in 2008. Currently, her primary interest lies in carnivore communities in the Indo-Myanmar Biodiversity Hotspot. Yet another interest of hers is the hidden world of little creatures. Priya trains our naturalists in the nuances of moths, ticks, fleas, and leaches. Read fascinating wild encounters on her riveting blog.
Sudhir Shivaram is well-known and respected in Indian and international wildlife photography circles. Engineer by training, photographer by passion, teacher by intuition, Sudhir inspires many to chase their dreams.A long and lucrative career in IT didn't diminish Sudhir's passion for photography; it kept him in touch with his wild side. He left the corporate jungle for the real one. Asian Photography Magazine has named him one of India's 10 most influential photographers.