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Mr. Edris Khamissa -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83c\udf93<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Mr-Edris-Khamissa.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Mr. Edris Khamissa\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">International Consultant<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Mr. Edris Khamissa<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        Is an International Consultant in Education and Human Development, starting his career as an English teacher and later becoming the Chairman of the English Society of South Africa. He has led three schools and conducted workshops in over 30 countries on topics like Leadership, Youth Development, and Family Dynamics. As a co-author of various educational manuals, he also serves on the International Board of Educational Research and Resources. Mr. Khamissa focuses on self-development, soft skills, and motivation, particularly in nursing and business, and is known for his impactful seminars and public speaking expertise. All in all, he is a dynamic individual with diverse talents.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 2. Dr. Mohammad Sayeed -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Dr.-Mohammad-Sayeed.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Dr. Mohammad Sayeed\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">Motivational Speaker<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Dr. Mohammad Sayeed<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        Is a motivational speaker with decades of experience in the Education Sector.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 3. Mr. Madhu Menon -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83c\udf31<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Mr-Madhu-Menon.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Mr. Madhu Menon\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">Educator & Communicator<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Mr. Madhu Menon<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        Is an educator and communicator specializing in development and environmental issues. He has worked with notable institutions like the National Institute of Design (NID) and ISRO. He is recognized as an \u201cAmbassador of Peace\u201d by the Universal Peace Federation, he blends environmental advocacy with peace efforts. An accomplished filmmaker, he won the best award at the International Nature Film Festival in 2002 and continues to inspire through his writing.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 4. Lt. Col. Dr. Satish Dhage -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83c\udf96\ufe0f<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Lt.-Col.-Dr.-Satish-Dhage.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Lt. Col. Dr. Satish Dhage\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">Public Health Specialist<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Lt. Col. Dr. Satish Dhage<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        A public health specialist and organisational management expert with a diverse background in the medical field, education, media, government, and the Armed Forces. He holds an M.D. in Community Medicine, an MBA, and a PGDMLE. As a former Commanding Officer in the Indian Army, he has expertise in health administration, outbreak investigation, and implementing national health programs. He is also a recognised media analyst on public health, defence, and international affairs, and a published author on communication skills and disaster management. Recently appointed as an Hon. Member by the Government of Maharashtra on the 'Committee on Soldier's Welfare,' Dr. Dhage is eager to engage in projects where he can contribute meaningfully to organisational goals.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 5. Mr. Aakash Sethi -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83d\ude80<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Mr-Aakash-Sethi.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Mr. Aakash Sethi\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">Youth Development Expert<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Mr. Aakash Sethi<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        Aakash Sethi brings over 22 years of experience in education and youth development. As Founder-CEO of QUEST Alliance, he leads initiatives to impact 4 million learners and educators by enhancing self-learning through education technology and partnerships with NGOs and government, focusing on transitioning youth, especially, from school to work. He has held leadership roles at organizations like AIESEC, Ambuja Cement, and Microsoft, fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships for social growth. Additionally, he is an Ashoka fellow, an Asia 21 young leader, and serves on the boards of the International Youth Foundation and Children\u2019s Movement for Civic Awareness.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 6. Mrs. Sumathi Ravichander -->\r\n        <div class=\"k-teacher-card\">\r\n            <span class=\"k-star\">\ud83d\udcda<\/span>\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pearlsacademy.co.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Copy-of-Mrs-Sumathi-Ravichander.jpg\" class=\"k-image\" alt=\"Mrs. Sumathi Ravichander\">\r\n            <div class=\"k-overlay\">\r\n                <div class=\"k-main-label\">\r\n                    <span class=\"k-role\">Educational Consultant<\/span>\r\n                    <h3 class=\"heading-font k-name\">Mrs. Sumathi Ravichander<\/h3>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"k-hidden-info\">\r\n                    <div class=\"k-bio-scroller\">\r\n                        Ms Sumathi is an educational consultant with extensive experience in the field.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- 7. 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