Gurmeet Likhari: At a Glance

• Engineer, Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, and Philanthropist with Close to 35 years of leadership experience across telecom, information technology, healthcare, hospitality, and real estate industries.
• Founder and President of MobileComm Group of Companies, a global telecom engineering and consulting firm later integrated with UST Global.
• Mentor and investor for startups through Brahma Tank, a platform supporting entrepreneurs and women-led ventures.
• Founder of Likhari Foundation, dedicated to empowering underprivileged women through education, skill development, and financial independence.
• Recognized for technical innovation, business acumen, and ethical entrepreneurship, with operations spanning the USA, Canada, Mexico, and India.

Biography

Gurmeet Likhari (born in 1968) is an Indian-American engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist known for his pioneering work in the global telecom industry and his long-standing commitment to social impact.

Likhari began his career in 1991 with Punjab Communications, where he worked in the Research & Development division, contributing to the design of high-bandwidth two-way radios. In 1994, he joined Essar Cellphone, where he played a critical role in deploying India’s first cellular network, managing the initial rollout of 318 cell sites across Delhi, and leading further network deployments in northern India.

In 1997, Likhari moved to the United States to head the services division of Mobile Systems International. Building upon his extensive international experience, he founded MobileComm Professionals, Inc. in 2002. Under his leadership, MobileComm expanded into multiple regions and became a key telecom services partner for leading global brands such as Nokia, Ericsson, Airtel, and T-Mobile.

Through the MobileComm Group of Companies, Likhari oversaw several subsidiaries, including:

• MobileComm Technologies (India) Pvt. Ltd.
• MobileComm Technologies Canada Inc.
• MobileComm Technologies Africa Pvt. Ltd.
• MobileComm Infrastructure
• MobileComm Ventures
• MobileComm Brazil

MobileComm’s expertise spanned wireless network modernization, 5G rollout, private cellular networks, and Open RAN solutions. The company achieved international recognition, earning accolades such as:

• Deloitte, Tech Titans - fastest growing company 3 years in a row since 2009
• 2nd Fastest-Growing American-Owned Indian Company (VII-100, 2009)
• Fastest-Growing Company by Comerica Collins 60 (2009)
• SMU Dallas Top 100 Technology Companies (Dallas-Fort Worth, 2009)

Beyond MobileComm, Gurmeet Likhari has founded or co-founded several ventures including mCarbon, TMMR LLC, CureAble, Vpro Infotech, Marittika, and Brahma Tank—each emphasizing innovation, ethics, and sustainable growth.

Presentation Topics

1. Leadership in a Changing Global Economy

Drawing from his three decades of experience leading multinational companies, Gurmeet Likhari shares insights on effective leadership, resilience, and innovation in a rapidly evolving business world.

2. Building Businesses with Purpose

Likhari discusses how ethical entrepreneurship and purpose-driven business models can create long-term success while positively impacting society.

3. The Future of Telecom and Technology

Exploring his expertise in telecom and digital infrastructure, he outlines trends in 5G, private networks, and emerging technologies shaping global connectivity.

4. Empowering Women Through Education and Skill Development

Based on his work with the Likhari Foundation, Likhari delves into how education and financial literacy can transform communities and break generational barriers.

5. Investing in Ideas: The Brahma Tank Vision

A deep dive into startup mentorship, investment strategy, and cultivating innovation through guidance and collaboration.