Professor
Prof. Kishan Devani
BEM, FRSA
GLOBAL Entrepreneur • POLITICAL STRATEGIST • INTERNATIONAL ADVISOR
Professor
Kishan Devani
BEM, FRSA
Connecting leadership, influence and impact across sectors, institutions and borders.
Professor Kishan Devani BEM, FRSA is a global educationalist, entrepreneur, strategic advisor and academic leader whose work spans education, business, public affairs, international relations and community leadership.
His career brings together strategic counsel, international partnerships, academic leadership and a long-standing commitment to public service and social impact.
British Empire Medal • Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
Executive Profile
A Multifaceted Leader Across Business, Education & Public Life
Professor Kishan Devani BEM, FRSA is an entrepreneur, political strategist, global educationalist and academic strategy leader. His career brings together international education, corporate advisory, public affairs, communications, philanthropy and community leadership.
Honoured with the British Empire Medal and awarded the Freedom of the City of London, he has advised corporations, political organisations, foundations and educational institutions, while building relationships across international business and high-net-worth networks. His work combines strategic thinking, international relationships and a long-standing commitment to public service.
Strategic insight with the rare ability to move between boardrooms, universities, political movements and grassroots communities.
BEM
FRSA
£50M+
24+
World leaders
Expertise
Expertise & Strategic Focus
A multidisciplinary career spanning strategic advisory, business, education, politics, international relations, communications and social impact.
01.
Strategic Advisory
Board-level counsel to corporations, political organisations, foundations and institutional leadership teams.
02.
International Relations
Building relationships across business, education, diplomacy and international communities.
03.
Education & Academia
University teaching, academic strategy, teacher development and international educational partnerships.
04.
Communications & Public Affairs
Strategic communications, media relations, reputation management and international public relations.
05.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Experience spanning investment, aviation, hospitality, property, marketing and international business development.
06.
Political Strategy
Political leadership, campaign strategy, fundraising, candidate development, public affairs and national political engagement.
07.
Philanthropy & Fundraising
Donor strategy, philanthropic campaigns, foundation advisory and international fundraising initiatives.
08.
Community & Social Impact
Community cohesion, racial equality, youth empowerment, interfaith engagement and social integration.
LEADERSHIP PORTFOLIO
Corporate, Business, Academic & Governance Leadership
A selected portfolio of leadership, advisory and governance roles across business, academia, public affairs and international institutions.
PR & Cross-Border Advisory
Dev Yogi Ltd
International advisory work spanning PR, marketing, communications and cross-border business development.
• Active director
aviation
Global Airlines
Active shareholder in a transatlantic commercial air carrier, with an aviation valuation highlighted at over £50 million in the supplied profile.
• active shareholder
Hospitality & Leisure
Sixes Social Cricket
Former shareholder in a cricket-focused social entertainment brand, reflecting experience in experiential leisure and hospitality.
• former shareholder
Property
Harikrishna Real Estate Ltd
Property leadership spanning real estate interests, investment and international market positioning.
• managing director
Property & Development
Renowned Homes
Leadership and advisory involvement across property development, real estate investment and international positioning.
• global advisor
Uzbekistan · 2022
Andijan State University
Conferred an Honorary Professorship in recognition of contributions to international education and academic development.
• honorary professor
Uzbekistan · 2022
Tashkent Medical Academy
Honorary professorial recognition for contributions to transnational educational development and institutional collaboration.
• honorary professor
united kingdom
London Metropolitan University
Associate Lecturer across geopolitics, politics and international relations, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• associate lecturer
higher education
University of Hertfordshire
Advisory board involvement supporting strategic direction within the university’s business school ecosystem.
• advisory board member
charity governance
Vegetarian For Life
Trustee leadership supporting strategic direction, organisational policy and governance.
• chairman • board of trustees
sport & community
Croquet England
Trustee role supporting sports development, governance and community participation.
• trustee
international education · 2017–2020
Kandel Group / The British College
Independent board responsibility covering academic validation, remuneration, finance, inclusion, staff management and institutional strategy.
• independent board member
Corporate Advisory
PR & Cross-Border Advisory
Dev Yogi Ltd
International advisory work spanning PR, marketing, communications and cross-border business development.
• Active director
Business & Venture
aviation
Global Airlines
Active shareholder in a transatlantic commercial air carrier, with an aviation valuation highlighted at over £50 million in the supplied profile.
• active shareholder
Hospitality & Leisure
Sixes Social Cricket
Former shareholder in a cricket-focused social entertainment brand, reflecting experience in experiential leisure and hospitality.
• former shareholder
Property
Harikrishna Real Estate Ltd
Property leadership spanning real estate interests, investment and international market positioning.
• managing director
Property & Development
Renowned Homes
Leadership and advisory involvement across property development, real estate investment and international positioning.
• global advisor
Academia
Uzbekistan · 2022
Andijan State University
Conferred an Honorary Professorship in recognition of contributions to international education and academic development.
• honorary professor
Uzbekistan · 2022
Tashkent Medical Academy
Honorary professorial recognition for contributions to transnational educational development and institutional collaboration.
• honorary professor
united kingdom
London Metropolitan University
Associate Lecturer across geopolitics, politics and international relations, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• associate lecturer
Boards & Governance
higher education
University of Hertfordshire
Advisory board involvement supporting strategic direction within the university’s business school ecosystem.
• advisory board member
charity governance
Vegetarian For Life
Trustee leadership supporting strategic direction, organisational policy and governance.
• chairman • board of trustees
sport & community
Croquet England
Trustee role supporting sports development, governance and community participation.
• trustee
international education · 2017–2020
Kandel Group / The British College
Independent board responsibility covering academic validation, remuneration, finance, inclusion, staff management and institutional strategy.
• independent board member
Personal Story
From Refugee Heritage to Public Leadership
Born to Ugandan Asian refugees who fled persecution and rebuilt their lives in the United Kingdom, Professor Devani’s story is rooted in resilience, education, faith and an enduring commitment to public service.
01.
Racial Equality & Diversity
Championing BAME representation across British politics and corporate boards.
02.
Youth Empowerment
Inspiring young individuals from underprivileged backgrounds.
03.
Cross-Border Diplomacy
Enhancing trade, education and cultural partnerships internationally.
Honours & Civic Distinctions
Recognition for Leadership & Public Service
A selection of national, civic and community honours recognising leadership, service, diversity, education and international engagement.
2025
Business Leader of the Year Award
Recognised for leadership and global business development.
• GLOBAL BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
2025
Global Trade Expert & Political Campaigns Strategist of the Year
Recognised for expertise in global trade and political strategy.
• GLOBAL TRADE & POLITICAL STRATEGY
2024
Trade Envoy Award
Recognised for strengthening international trade relations and supporting economic growth.
• INTERNATIONAL TRADE
2023
Philanthropy Award
Honoured for dedication to philanthropy and meaningful social impact initiatives.
• PHILANTHROPY
2022
Public Service Award
Awarded in recognition of outstanding service to the public and commitment to community wellbeing.
• PUBLIC SERVICE
2020
British Empire Medal - BEM
Honoured in the Queen’s New Year Honours in recognition of voluntary services to community cohesion and social integration.
• NATIONAL HONOUR
2016
BAME Inspiration Award
Acknowledged for inspiring and empowering individuals and communities through leadership and impact.
• INSPIRATION
2016
Freedom of the City of London
A historic civic distinction recognising public contribution and leadership.
• CIVIC DISTINCTION
2015
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
Elected FRSA in recognition of contributions to education, social innovation and public advocacy.
• FRSA
2014
National Diversity Award
Honoured for promoting diversity, inclusion and equality across communities and organisations.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
2012
Asian Achievers Gold Award
Recognised for leadership excellence and outstanding contribution to the Asian community.
• COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
GALLERY
Moments, Leadership & Impact
A visual journey through international engagements, academic leadership, public service and community impact.
CONTACT
Let's Connect
For strategic conversations, international partnerships, speaking engagements, academic collaboration or professional enquiries, please get in touch.
Location
London, UK