Sandhya Mendonca is a writer, editor, and cultural curator with over two decades of experience in shaping narratives that celebrate leadership, innovation, creativity, and gender equality. As co-founder of Raintree Media, she has led the publication of acclaimed coffee table books, biographies, and institutional histories that have become reference points across business, governance, and culture. Her books include Breaking Barriers, Disrupt & Conquer, and Busted, co-authored with industry pioneers and changemakers.

A passionate advocate for women’s voices and cultural dialogue, Sandhya created Under the Raintree Festival, India’s largest women’s cultural festival, which has become a platform for celebrating female achievement across arts, literature, and leadership. She writes The Female Gaze, a column for The Sunday Guardian, where she explores contemporary culture and society through a lens of inclusion and progress.

Sandhya hosts Spotlight with Sandhya, a podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders, visionaries, and cultural icons. Her work bridges journalism, publishing, and cultural evangelism, making her a sought-after speaker at conferences, literary forums, and corporate events across India and internationally.