His dedication to education and cultural exchange is evident through his service as a board member for both the German School in Washington and the German School in Delhi.
NEW YORK, NY, September 17, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Shumit Arun Chanda Wanner has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
With over two decades of experience and a proven track record of excellence in the diplomatic and entrepreneurial sectors, Mr. Chanda Wanner stands as a distinguished figure in global engagement and business leadership. Holding a Master of Philosophy in cultural anthropology from Université Paris-Sorbonne, earned in 2002, his educational background has provided a solid foundation for his future career.
Mr. Chanda Wanner’s professional journey brought him as an exchange diplomat from Switzerland after a posting at the Swiss Embassy in New Delhi to the Embassy of Austria in Washington, D.C., as the deputy head of trade and economic affairs from 2019-2022. Concurrently, he has played significant roles within the Austrian-American Council East, serving as a board member from 2023 to date. His work as an election observer seconded from the Swiss government to the OSCE or the EU brought him as a Long Term Observer to Russia, Türkye, Georgia, North Macedonia, USA, Ukraine and Uzbekistan.
Adding entrepreneurship to his repertoire, he founded the Benjamin Wanner Company in 2022, where he crafts and sells timeless products, such as his self-created gin and campaign furniture. Inspired by his grandfather’s legacy as the 3rd generation owner of a factory producing chemicals for Switzerland’s industry and his own mixed Swiss-Indian background, the company reflects his commitment to preserving familial traditions and cultural identity. In 2024 he founded UNICO a company, which produces the first ever compliance AI backed software for the aviation industry.
UNICO is an easy-to-use platform where the user can upload any legally compliance document and run UNICO’s specialized AI to instantly check, highlight and suggest corrections for wrong or missing information. Resulting in a 100x increase in processing speed, which has immediate real-life implications for compliance budgets in aviation, transport and related sectors. www.unico.aero.
Mr. Chanda Wanner also actively participates in various organizations, such as the Rotary Club,
Cosmos Club in Washington, and Swiss Club in Singapore. His dedication to education and cultural exchange is evident through his service as a board member for both the German School in Washington and the German School in Delhi.
Reflecting on his career highlights, Mr. Chanda Wanner takes pride in several key achievements. These include earning his master’s degree from Université Paris-Sorbonne in 2002 and his impactful work with the United Nations in post-war regions like Burundi and Ivory Coast, where he played a crucial role in organizing elections. Additionally, his entrepreneurial venture from 2008-2014, Swiss Dream Singapore, started with humble beginnings in Singapore and grew into a thriving enterprise known for its Swiss-inspired products, including beer and two Swiss chocolate shops on Orchard road.
Looking ahead, Mr. Chanda Wanner is planning to leverage his extensive experience in observing elections across different countries to enter politics in Switzerland, with a keen eye on electoral processes in Ukraine, Russia, and the United States. Outside of the professional realm, he finds fulfillment in family life and through hobbies such as fencing, cooking, and collecting art. As he contemplates a future in politics, he looks forward to applying his diverse experiences and passion for connecting with people to serve the greater good.
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