Thomas Varghese

Thomas Varghese is the CEO of the Kochi Biennale Foundation, known for hosting South Asia’s largest contemporary arts festival – Kochi-Muziris Biennale. A seasoned management professional, his career includes extensive work in the development sector, including with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia-Pacific, Bangkok. His academic background spans history, development, and religion at St. Stephen’s College, Erasmus University and Harvard University. This multi-faceted background informs his holistic and interdisciplinary leadership in fostering cultural and social progress.