Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai envisions a world where ancient Indian wisdom seamlessly integrates with modern leadership practices. Through his extensive body of work, including 17 bestselling books on Chanakya, he aims to bridge traditional knowledge and contemporary needs. As the founder of the Chanakya International Institute of Leadership Studies, he fosters leadership rooted in ancient principles. His mission is to educate and inspire leaders globally, ensuring that timeless strategies are accessible and applicable in today’s dynamic world. Dr. Pillai’s vision is a testament to his dedication to reviving and modernizing classical Indian thought.
Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai is India’s No. 1 bestselling business author, with 17 bestselling books on Chanakya, including the record-breaking ‘Corporate Chanakya’ and the children’s series ‘Chatur Chanakya’. His readership spans all age groups worldwide.
He is the Founder and Director of the Chanakya International Institute of Leadership Studies (CIILS) at the University of Mumbai, offering the world’s first postgraduate academic program in Leadership—Masters in Leadership Science (MA-LS). His research and teachings benefit students and leaders globally. As a visiting faculty member, he has delivered over 1,000 lectures at institutions such as the National Defence College (NDC), Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Re
serve Bank of India (RBI), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Dr. Pillai has been a leadership and strategy advisor to over 500 organizations, including Indian Oil Corporation, HPCL, BPCL, Tata Group, Reliance Industries, Aditya Birla Group, Mahindra and Mahindra, Indian Army, Navy, Airforce, and various police academies.
He has received numerous national and international awards, such as the Aavishkar Research Award (Governor of Maharashtra Fellowship), the Sardar Patel International Award for Industrial Development, and the Litofest Award at the House of Lords (British Parliament).
Dr. Pillai has participated in various national and international projects of the Indian government, including the first International Yoga Day academic conference in the USA. He has presented papers at conferences and seminars in over 20 countries.
Recognized as one of the top 50 management thinkers in India by Thinkers50.com, Dr. Pillai is dedicated to integrating ancient Indian wisdom into modern practices.
