Founded in 2018, Navatech was founded with aspirations of paving the way for revolutionising traditional and high-risk industries with cutting-edge AI, ML, and NLP technologies. Navatech’s flagship product, initially launched as safety.ai, is now spearheading the transformation of frontline workers’ health and safety as Navatech Nexus.
Navatech’s proprietary tech stack powers the innovative AI-driven solutions that redefine workplace safety by breaking communication barriers and streamlining safety management processes. As a proud member of Oracle for Startups and a candidate for the prestigious Hub 71 Incentive Programme, Navatech is at the forefront of revolutionising the Health & Safety of frontliners through groundbreaking technology.
To drive change and lead Navatech to scale new peaks, Professor Kishan Devani, BEM, FRSA, LLB (Hons), PgCe, PgDip, will join as Senior International Advisor.
Professor Kishan Devani, BEM, is a highly distinguished figure recognised for his exceptional contributions across diverse sectors such as education, business, politics, and international affairs.
His achievements have been celebrated at the highest levels. He was honoured with the British Empire Medal (BEM) by Her Majesty the Queen in the 2020 New Year’s Honours List for his services to community cohesion and diversity. In 2015, he was named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) in recognition of his dedication to advancing education and social justice. Additionally, he was awarded the Freedom of the City of London, becoming one of the youngest BaME Freemen of London.
Prof. Kishan’s expertise in cross-border trade relations spans key markets, including the UK, Africa, India, and the Middle East, making him a valuable resource for fostering international partnerships.
A highly regarded figure in British politics, Prof. Kishan has held notable positions across major political parties. Most recently, he joined the Labour Party, where he advised on British Asian/African diaspora matters and business engagement, further strengthening his influence on policy and representation.
In addition to his political and academic work, Prof. Kishan serves as the President – International Relations of the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Club, where he facilitates international collaborations across sectors such as Education, Health, Legal, and Finance.
With his extensive experience and unwavering commitment to positive change, Prof. Kishan Devani brings a unique perspective and unparalleled expertise to Navatech’s mission of driving innovation and safety in high-risk industries.
Sharing his excitement for Prof. Kishan’s appointment, Navatech’s CEO, Prakash Senghani, said:
“I am truly delighted to welcome Prof. Kishan as our Senior International Advisor at Navatech. His exceptional expertise, leadership, and global perspective will undoubtedly help us achieve new milestones in our mission to innovate and create safer workplaces.
It’s an incredible opportunity for our team to work alongside someone of his calibre, and I am confident that his guidance will inspire growth and progress across the organisation. We are excited to learn from him and collaborate on making a meaningful impact together.”
Professor Kishan Devani BEM said:
“I look forward to assisting Navatech further their global footprint and emphasise the importance of AI across industries. The team at Navatech are vibrant, innovative and are playing a pivotal part in bringing AI into a variety of sectors. This is something that is commendable and in a world increasingly reliant on technology – AI is no doubt going to play a big part in our world going forward. Hence being a part of this global AI journey is something that I am thoroughly looking forward to.”
