Sudha Pennathur
Sudha Pennathur (born in Chennai, India) is an Indian jewelry, scarf, holiday ornaments, & art objects designer and entrepreneur. Pennathur designs and brings Indian inspired jewellery and crafts to the American Market. Daughter of Dr. Krish Pennathur, noted Indian author of productivity and business management books. Education. Pennathur studied commerce at Mumbai's Sydenham College, Pace University, Business Administration at Columbia University, MBA at University of Washington Business approach. Pennathur has sought to keep the art of Indian Craftsmanship alive by employing local artisans to create jewelry, clothing and decorator items. Pennathur wanted to match American consumers' tastes with  the skills of India's deep reserves of artisan labor. (This is in contrast to factory produced goods.) Career. Pennathur started her own business, Sudha Pennathur LP, in 1985. Pennathur was formerly employed by Levi Strauss and Carter Hawley Hale Stores. She also has worked at Carson Pirie and Scott & The Bon Marche. Achievements. Worked with Indian Government to reduce red tape involved in exportation from India. Philanthropic Work. SUDHA'S TREASURES ANNUAL BENEFIT SALE Since 2004, Sudha has opened a once-a-year holiday store (Sudha's Treasures) that benefits local charities. 100% of the profits are donated to  various charities that she supports. Over the past 16 years Sudha has donated over $800,000 to the Bay Area non-profits to benefit our local communities. Past beneficiaries include: 2021 2020 In 2019, Sudha's Treasures benefited: In 2018, Sudha's Treasures benefited: In 2017, Sudha's Treasures benefited: Previous Years She is a founding member of the Kilpennathur School building in Pennathur, India.