Look Ahead Now is the world’s first discovery platform revolutionizing the way organizations and individuals access Learning & Development (L&D) solutions.

In a world where professionals and organizations seek career and performance solutions, and L&D providers have a plethora of solutions that often remain inaccessible to users, Look Ahead Now solves this problem of discovery, seamlessly connecting users and providers of learning and development products 

For working professionals and organizations – we will help become future-ready and upgrade talent, skills, and performance, by connecting with the best solution providers offering services such as training, skill development, professional education, executive education, coaching, counseling, mentoring, self-development, languages, job search, global opportunities, and any other personal and corporate HR development solutions.

For L&D solution providers – Look Ahead Now will act as a marketing partner, helping them connect with potential customers who are actively searching for career and performance-enhancement services.  By leveraging our platform, solution providers, both freelancers, and organizations, can get discovered on the Internet, streamline their marketing efforts, and improve business outcomes

The Founding Team

LookAheadnow.com is led by a passionate team with extensive experience in training, media, and technology entrepreneurship:

Ekta Handa is the Editor, Platform manager, and Co-founder at Look Ahead Now. A seasoned content strategist and editor, Ekta has worked with leading media houses including the India Today Group and The Print. She has a Master’s in Convergent Journalism from Jamia Millia Islamia. You can reach out to her on LinkedIn or tweet to her @EktaHanda.

Nandini Sampath is Chief Partnership Officer and Co-founder at Look Ahead Now. Specializing in partnerships, relationship management, on-boarding, and business development, Nandini has extensive experience across diverse organizations including Aptech Ltd, Global Talent Track, and GuideStar India. She is an alumnus of Bombay University. Connect with Nandini at linkedin.com/in/nandini-sampath-65752a4a

Ritika Basu is CMO and Co-founder at Look Ahead Now. An entrepreneurial leader with cross-functional experience in the Media and Entertainment Industry, she was the former Business Head of National Geographic publishing and digital in India. Ritika also is a co-founder of Travel and Food Network (www.tfninternational.com). She is an MBA from the University of Stirling, and a Masters in Finance and International Marketing from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata. Connect with Ritika at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritikabasu/

Sanjay Dhar is Co-founder and CRO at Look Ahead Now. With 3 decades of leadership experience in media across companies like UTV, HBO, Cartoon Network, CNN, National Geographic, and ACK Media, his experience spans categories such as TV, Print, OOH, Digital, Events and Radio. He is also the Founder and CEO at Travel and Food Network. Sanjay graduated as an Electronics Engineer from BVM Engg College in Anand, Gujarat. Connect with Sanjay at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjay-dhar-aa89012/

Vijay Sampath is Co-founder and CEO of Look Ahead Now. A training, media, and digital pioneer, he has been CEO at the ACK Media and Alia Groups, and held leadership roles at the Times Group, Zee Group, and VIP Bags. Vijay’s experience spans HR, Skill development, Media, Technology & Consumer Products. Vijay has done his MBA from XLRI Jamshedpur. Connect with Vijay @ linkedin.com/in/vijaysampath

Our Mission

We empower individuals and organizations with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to thrive in the ever-evolving professional landscape. 

1. Empowering Businesses: We help organizations invest in their workforce, propelling innovation and driving long-term growth through a curated selection of L&D solutions perfectly tailored to their specific needs and help build future-ready enterprises.
2. Empowering Professionals: We help individual working professionals gain access to world-class L&D resources, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their careers and be future-ready.

Our Values

LookAheadnow.com is built on a foundation of core values that guide our mission and actions:

1. Positivity: We focus on sharing messages of hope, joy, and optimism to create a meaningful and positive impact on our audience.
2. Empowerment: We believe in empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to take control of their careers and personal growth.
3. Innovation: We strive to be innovative in our approach to career development and personal growth, continuously seeking new and better ways to create and deliver valuable content.
4. Inclusivity: We value diversity and inclusivity, creating a safe and welcoming space for all professionals regardless of background, identity, or experience.
5. Collaboration: We believe collaboration is the key to success, encouraging our community and partners to share their experiences and insights.
6. Integrity: We operate with integrity and transparency, providing accurate, reliable, and trustworthy information to our community.

Join us in unlocking workplace potential and building a future-ready global talent base.