Meet the Team
We are a team of women, dreamers, mothers(mostly!) and entrepreneurs in our own ways. We are a diverse team that is brought together by the love of fabric and sewing , in the pursuit of creating excellence, in everything we do.
Nisha Subramaniam & Dravina Seenivasan
Co-founding team
Nisha Subramaniam, a sociologist by graduation, backed with 14+ years of experience in the Social sector; Dravina Seenivasan, a passionate physicist, working in the rural for 7+ years now are the co-founding team of 'Sura' that trains and recruits rural women to stitch affordable lifestyle products for a global audience. Working directly with women from most deserving communities is what drives this team to take Sura places!
தேவிகா
Sura Tailor
"I want to build a house for my family and buy myself a new sewing machine."
Devika brings courage, skill, and determination to her work at Sura.
With over 10 years of tailoring experience, Sura has helped her
turn her skills into a sustainable livelihood. Her work has strengthened
her financial independence and confidence while earning greater respect
within her family and community. Today, she continues to work as a tailor
and labourer, building a more secure future for herself and her children.
இந்திரா
Sura Team Member
"My husband's support gave me the confidence to take this step."
Indhra brings determination, knowledge, and a strong sense of responsibility
to her work at Sura. A B.Sc. Mathematics graduate and mother of four,
she found the confidence to pursue her own path with the support of her husband.
Her work has strengthened her financial independence and given her
a greater voice in family decisions. Today, she continues to grow while
working towards a brighter future and better opportunities for her children.
கோமதி
Sura Tailor
"I want to build a better life for myself and my daughters."
Gomathi is a determined woman who chose to pursue her ambitions
despite facing resistance from those around her. A B.A. Economics graduate,
she joined Sura two years ago and has since built greater financial independence
and confidence. Her work has helped change the way her family views working women
while giving her a stronger voice in important decisions. With resilience and purpose,
Gomathi continues to work towards a better future for her daughters.
தன லட்சுமி
Sura Team Member
"I just want my children to continue going to the same school."
For Dana Lakshmi, her children are at the heart of everything she does.
A B.Com graduate and mother of two, she joined Sura to strengthen her
family's financial stability. Her work has given her greater confidence,
independence, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to household decisions.
Today, she continues to work towards providing her children with stability and opportunity.
Her greatest dream is to build a home where her family can grow together.
சத்யா
Sura Team Member
"I want to create a better future for my children."
Sathya brings commitment and perseverance to everything she does.
A mother of two daughters, she continued working at Sura despite facing
opposition during her early days. Over the past two years, her work has
helped strengthen her family's financial stability while building greater
understanding and support at home. She takes pride in balancing her
responsibilities as a mother and a working woman, always driven by her
commitment to creating better opportunities for her children.
