Leading the Path to Artificial General Intelligence Through Innovation and Insight
About Us
Towards AGI is a forward-thinking platform that guides the global journey towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). By bringing together the best minds in AI, we aim to shape the future of technology in a way that positively transforms lives. Our three interconnected platforms—thegen.ai, theopensource.ai, and theclosedsource.ai—serve as hubs for cutting-edge research, collaboration, and insights into AGI’s development.
We are dedicated to ensuring that AGI unlocks new possibilities for individuals, businesses, and communities alike. From revolutionizing industries to enhancing personal well-being, our work is focused on harnessing AGI’s potential to solve complex challenges, drive innovation, and create a more equitable and sustainable future for all.
Vision
“To empower humanity with the knowledge, tools, and ethical frameworks necessary to responsibly advance towards Artificial General Intelligence, fostering innovation and ensuring a harmonious integration of AGI into society for the benefit of all.”
Mission
“To lead the safe and responsible development of AGI through thought leadership and innovation. We provide insights, education to bridge current AI technologies and AGI. Our goal is to ensure AGI benefits society while advancing ethically.”
Core value
“Towards AGI is committed to innovation, ethics, & transparency, driving responsible AI development. We foster collaboration & partnerships to advance AGI with societal benefit in mind. Our inclusive approach ensures diverse voices shape the future of AGI.”
Meet our Advisors
Souparna Giri
Data & AI Leader
We’re excited to introduce Souparna Giri as a Board Advisor at Towards AGI. With over 22 years of experience in Data, AI, and Cloud, Souparna has played a pivotal role in driving AI-led transformations across industries. He has held leadership positions at PwC, Capgemini, Cognizant, and Tata, where he successfully built and scaled data and AI businesses, delivering 25%+ growth and leading high-performing teams of 300+ consultants.
Souparna’s expertise spans data strategy, AI-driven digital transformation, and cloud modernization, with a strong track record of achieving measurable business outcomes—ranging from 7-10% sales growth through AI-driven analytics to 30% efficiency improvements via AI/ML-based automation. His entrepreneurial mindset and deep industry relationships make him a catalyst for innovation, and we are excited to have him shape the future of Artificial General Intelligence at Towards AGI.
We’re excited to introduce Duncan Mears as a Board Advisor at Towards AGI. With over 25 years of experience in global shared services, BPO/BPS, automation, and IT, Duncan has been at the forefront of driving large-scale transformations and strategic growth initiatives. A founding leader of BPO/BPS at Accenture, he has cultivated deep C-suite relationships, managed $1-2 billion annual P&L budgets, and led global teams of 15,000+ professionals.
Duncan’s expertise spans F&A, HR, procurement, supply chain, digital marketing, pharmacovigilance, and AI-driven automation, with a proven track record of $3 billion+ in personal sales accreditation. A pioneer in robotic automation and Everything-as-a-Service (EaaS), he has successfully delivered BPO sales transformations valued between $300M and $1.5B. His leadership, strategic vision, and deep industry network make him an invaluable asset in shaping the future of Artificial General Intelligence at Towards AGI.
Duncan Mears
Duncan Mears
We’re excited to introduce Duncan Mears as a Board Advisor at Towards AGI. With over 25 years of experience in global shared services, BPO/BPS, automation, and IT, Duncan has been at the forefront of driving large-scale transformations and strategic growth initiatives. A founding leader of BPO/BPS at Accenture, he has cultivated deep C-suite relationships, managed $1-2 billion annual P&L budgets, and led global teams of 15,000+ professionals.
Duncan’s expertise spans F&A, HR, procurement, supply chain, digital marketing, pharmacovigilance, and AI-driven automation, with a proven track record of $3 billion+ in personal sales accreditation. A pioneer in robotic automation and Everything-as-a-Service (EaaS), he has successfully delivered BPO sales transformations valued between $300M and $1.5B. His leadership, strategic vision, and deep industry network make him an invaluable asset in shaping the future of Artificial General Intelligence at Towards AGI.
Sunil Rajan
Business Unit Leader
We’re thrilled to Introduce Sunil Rajan as a Board Advisor at Towards AGI. A globally respected growth leader with nearly 30 years of experience across technology, outsourcing, consulting, and delivery, Sunil brings a rare blend of commercial acumen and strategic foresight. Having held executive roles including Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director in Fortune 200 companies and private equity-backed firms, he has led multi-billion dollar deals and scaled business units to over $150M.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Sunil is a passionate advisor to startups and social ventures, and a cofounder of an edtech venture focused on nurturing creativity in children. His global perspective, deep operational expertise, and commitment to purposeful innovation make him a valuable addition to our mission at Towards AGI.
We’re honored to have Prasun Nandy join Towards AGI as a Board Advisor. With over two decades of experience in leading complex, enterprise-scale Data & Analytics transformations, Prasun brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to our team.
As a Partner at PwC India, he leads Data Analytics services for the manufacturing sector and heads the global SAP Analytics competency team. His work spans data engineering, machine learning-driven business insights, Big Data, and enterprise integration across clients in India, the UK, Europe, and the U.S.
Prasun also serves as the Chief Architect of PwC’s ASP/GSP GST compliance solution, enabling digital transformation at scale. His visionary leadership and hands-on experience with AI-driven data strategies make him a powerful ally in our mission at Towards AGI.
Prasun Nandy
Partner and Analytics Leader
Prasun Nandy
Partner and Analytics Leader
We’re honored to have Prasun Nandy join Towards AGI as a Board Advisor. With over two decades of experience in leading complex, enterprise-scale Data & Analytics transformations, Prasun brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to our team.
As a Partner at PwC India, he leads Data Analytics services for the manufacturing sector and heads the global SAP Analytics competency team. His work spans data engineering, machine learning-driven business insights, Big Data, and enterprise integration across clients in India, the UK, Europe, and the U.S.
Prasun also serves as the Chief Architect of PwC’s ASP/GSP GST compliance solution, enabling digital transformation at scale. His visionary leadership and hands-on experience with AI-driven data strategies make him a powerful ally in our mission at Towards AGI.