We delve into the journey of Mandar Apte, a former Shell executive turned documentary filmmaker and peace advocate. Mandar shares his experiences of creating Shell’s Gamechanger social innovation program investing in ideas that create shared value - both return on investment and social impact. 

Mandar also discusses how his study of Indic wisdom and meditation with his teacher Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar led him to introduce inner well-being practices at Shell, as well as showcase its application in solving real world conflicts in the world.

Discover his documentary film ‘From India With Love’ and the impact made through his peace consultancy, ‘Cities4Peace’ that actively works with cities worldwide to promote peace and social cohesion. 

Don't miss this insightful conversation about how we can ‘Be The Change’ and leverage our Indic culture and wisdom to enhance mental wellbeing, and promote peace and harmonious coexistence.

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Mandar Apte Links

1. Mandar’s work in Los Angeles enhancing trust between LAPD officers and community members Yoga Program Reduces Tension Between Residents and Officials in South LA – NBC Los Angeles

2. Mandar’s work with UN Peacekeeping Mission in Cyprus: https://cities4peace.org/portfolio/me/cyprus/

3. Corporate must invest in peacebuilding: https://cnxus.org/resource/a-world-in-crisis-why-corporations-must-champion-peacebuilding

4. Mandar’s documentary film “From India With LOVE”: https://www.fromindiawithlove.org/our-film

5. “Ignore Everybody”, the book that Mandar highly recommends: https://www.amazon.com/Ignore-Everybody-Other-Keys-Creativity/dp/159184259X