
Roy C. Thomas
Nasscom foundation
Biography
With a steadfast conviction that an inclusive culture forms the bedrock of understanding, Roy integrates
the essence of individual responsibility into his worldview. Accumulating over 17+ years of professional
experience, he has had the privilege of bearing witness to, experiencing, and comprehending the
imperative nature of inclusion across diverse facets of organizations.
Roy aspires to wield a transformative influence on mindsets pertaining to Diversity & Inclusion, aiming to
bridge the leadership gap and empower stakeholders, including corporations, third-party agencies, non
profits, and groups dedicated to D&I causes. Currently as the Deputy Director & Head of Diversity and
Inclusion at nasscom foundation, Roy spearheads industry-level upskilling initiatives in technology for
diverse communities. He also serves as the curator of the prestigious Nasscom Global Inclusion Summits
and various other industry-level inclusion initiative’s and events.
Having occupied diverse strategic and leadership roles, Roy's passion lies in fostering the inclusion of
marginalized communities within the workplace. His journey includes roles such as Program Manager for
D&I at Dell Technologies, Global Lead of D&I with Pulse Secure, and a deliberate transition from the
corporate sphere to the social sector as the Head of Diversity & Inclusion at nasscom foundation.
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