We are Playtp-US
We are not just trainers – we’re business leaders, strategists, psychologists, designers, and above all improvisers who have lived the challenges of growth, adaptation, and innovation. Our team brings together over 100 years of combined senior leadership experience, 60+ years of strategic growth consulting, and decades of expertise in coaching, cognitive psychology, and applied improvisation.
We’ve built businesses, led organizations through change, and helped teams across industries embrace agility, creativity, and leadership. From Manufacturing, IT, and Consumer Markets to Education, Government, and Non-Profits, our expertise spans diverse sectors, giving us a unique lens to craft learning experiences that aren’t just theoretical—they are real, actionable, and transformative.
With experience across India, the Middle East, Singapore, and Malaysia, our team deeply understands the cultural nuances, business dynamics, and leadership challenges in these regions. This global perspective allows us to design high-impact learning solutions that help businesses succeed in competitive and rapidly evolving markets.
For over 30 years , we’ve helped organizations through corporate consulting, experiential learning, and executive coaching , blending science-backed strategies with dynamic, hands-on learning . Over the last eight years, we’ve also built thriving improv communities, performing and facilitating interactive, high-impact workshops across corporate, education, and public forums .
Our team is fuelled by a deep passion for transformation, and we bring that energy into every program we create. Whether coaching a CEO, guiding a team through innovation sprints, or training individuals in self-mastery, we leverage the power of cognitive science, behavioural psychology, and the spontaneity of improv to unlock breakthroughs.
At Playtpus Consulting, learning isn’t just about acquiring knowledge—it’s about shifting mindsets, building resilience, and developing the skills to thrive in an unpredictable world.
Why us?
We’re not just instructors—we’re practitioners and pioneers. We’ve built businesses, led transformations, and introduced Applied Improvisation as a game-changer for business growth in this region. More than a stage skill, improv is a catalyst for leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving in high-stakes environments. With deep expertise in psychology, business strategy, and experiential learning, we design programs that engage, challenge, and transform individuals and teams.
Meet The Team
Rashmi T Krishnan
With over 28 years of expertise in sales, marketing, strategic growth consulting, and people management, Rashmi brings a unique blend of strategic acumen and creative innovation to Playtpus Consulting. A certified NLP and personal mastery coach, hypnotherapist, and positive psychology practitioner, she has authored Ultimate Guide to Coaching and Recruitment Management and served as editor for Wellness Guide to Arthritis and Sick Business: The Truth Behind Healthcare in India.
An accomplished improvisation exponent and coach, she has built thriving online and offline improv communities and is a core member of both Dubai’s UCUBED and Bengaluru’s No Pressure Improv. Her dynamic approach to leadership and business transformation continues to inspire change and drive growth in every venture she undertakes.
Karthikeyan Murugesan
Karthikeyan (Karthik) is a seasoned Information Technology professional with a robust consulting background in Managed Services, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, and Sales Management. With over 40 years of consulting and leadership experience across the Middle East, Far East, and India, he has established himself as an expert in driving business growth and technological innovation.
In addition to his extensive IT and management expertise, Karthik is a dynamic Leadership Coach, Toastmaster, Motivational Speaker, Standup Comic and Improv Artist. He is the co-founder of UCUBED, a Dubai based improv group. His multifaceted career reflects a unique blend of analytical acumen and creative expression, empowering organizations to embrace change and inspire breakthrough performance.
Sujith Prathap
With over 17 years of experience spanning software, customer engagement, product development, and strategic planning, Sujith seamlessly blends technical expertise with creative innovation. As the founder of Fun Da Mental Improv and former Creative Director of The Improwisers, he has been instrumental in shaping vibrant communities in technology, strategy, and improvisation. A core team member of No Pressure Improv, his prowess in the art form is further validated by winning the House of Prov – Last 1 Standing, hosted by Mischief in Action (MIA), and by his finalist placements at the Extreme Improv XStreamed World Championship 2021 and Extreme Improv XStreamed 2 Team Championship 2022.
Beyond his competitive achievements, he has served as a judge and hosted improv shows at multiple colleges across India, inspiring and mentoring the next generation of improvisers.
Deepesh Khanchandani
Deepesh is an accomplished manager with over 15 years of experience in dynamic, global environments. Drawing upon extensive expertise in Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Procurement, and Logistics, he brings a wealth of cross-functional knowledge to every endeavour. Leveraging his proficiency in resource management and applied improv, he leads multiple teams to deliver complex projects on time.
Recognized for his detail-oriented and upbeat approach, he employs a data-driven mindset and expansive business acumen to surpass organizational goals. His refined communication skills—sharpened through improv techniques—enable him to forge lasting relationships and foster a culture of creativity.
Ashok Hariharan
Ashok is a design and brand experience professional with over 10 years of expertise in bringing brand stories to life through meticulous, detail-oriented design. With a rich background in design, project management, and client servicing, he adeptly visualizes and empathizes with every stakeholder, intuitively identifying user needs to create immersive, practical experiences.
A passionate improviser, he collaborates with peers across geographies and is a core team member of HeartBeat Improv – Bengaluru and No Pressure Improv. He offers improv programmes in reputed schools, imparting essential personality growth skills to children. He facilitates applied improv programs for a diverse range of professionals. By merging the creative world of brand storytelling with the dynamic energy of improv, Ashok empowers individuals and teams to build robust skill sets and discover innovative solutions through his ‘directed exploratory’ approach.
Dr. Gargi Sandilya
Dr. Gargi Sandilya is an accomplished academic and practitioner specializing in soft skills and personal development. She conducts the Happiness, Habits & Success and Life Skills Courses at IIT Madras and has developed training programs on emotional intelligence, leadership, communication, team building, assertiveness, negotiation, and stress management for professionals across various industries.
As an internationally certified Life Coach and Workshop Leader, Gargi leads transformative sessions in programs like Heal Your Life, The Significant Self, and Transforming Through Stories. She is also a certified Dale Carnegie Trainer, Gravity Yoga teacher, Creative Dance & Movement Therapy Facilitator, and Associate Coach for Core Transformation. With a Doctoral Degree in Psychology, she integrates psychological principles with applied improvisation.
Gargi believes that improvisation can unlock hidden potential and uses it to help individuals achieve their dreams. Her workshops combine scientific insights with creative exploration, empowering participants to discover their inner strengths.