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Uncommon Thinkers Welcome

By Rob Smith September 10, 2024

Image of the Space Needle against a colorful sky, with text "Uncommon Thinkers Welcome" and a note saying "series sponsored by Greater Seattle Partners and Indian American leaders.

This article originally appeared in the September/October 2024 issue of Seattle magazine.

Editor’s Note: This series is a partnership between Seattle magazine and Greater Seattle Partners, designed to recognize some of the region’s boldest Uncommon Thinkers — the inventors, artists, leaders, and entrepreneurs who are transforming communities and driving positive change throughout the world. Greater Seattle has deep cultural and economic ties with the Indian diaspora, with more than 80,000 Indian Americans calling this region home, and we will continue to nurture this relationship with an Indian consulate recently established in Seattle and the launch of the Roundglass India Center at Seattle University.

In this feature, we are delighted to highlight three incredible Indian American leaders: remarkable individuals who are at the forefront of making a difference, in business and in community.

 

Portrait of Sunny Singh, an influential Indian American leader and founder of Roundglass and Edifecs, on a dark background with his name and titles beside the image.

 

A woman in a denim dress stands in front of a clothing rack. The text beside her reads, "Ambika Singh, CEO, Armoire," highlighting her role as one of the prominent Indian American leaders.

 

Pallavi Mehta Wahi, an esteemed Indian American leader and Co-Managing Partner, U.S., at K&L Gates, as well as Managing Partner of the Seattle office, smiles against a backdrop of windows.

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