Suguna Madhavan
Suguna Madhavan
Founder/Director, Firesong Initiatives

Suguna is a global business leader with over 30 years of experience driving growth across start-ups, SMEs, and multi-billion-dollar organizations spanning technology, luxury consumer goods, and consulting sectors.


She played key founding roles in pioneering tech ventures namely Vertu, the world’s first luxury communications device, and Steinway Lyngdorf, manufacturer of fully-digital hi-end sound systems. She developed Nokia’s Asia Pacific-wide communications team structure and processes and led the region’s integrated programs during its rise to market dominance.


As founder of Firesong Initiatives, a strategic management consultancy/ venture partner & accelerator, she partners with businesses and entrepreneurs to launch new concepts and accelerate growth through strategic consulting, fundraising, brand and market development.


As a global leadership mentor-coach, she coaches senior executives and founders toward maximal growth and goals. Over 2 decades, Suguna also serves as a global board advisor, with a strong focus on technology, innovation, venture development, and women-led initiatives. She has acted as Portfolio Mentor, Golden Equator Capital/Group; Advisor/Ambassador, Stelar Ltd, a sustainable modern luxury brand; Global Board Advisor, Steinway Lyngdorf A/S (Denmark); Advisor/Asia Ambassador, Faberge Ltd. (UK); and as Strategy Advisor(Apac), DesignStudioNuovo Inc.(USA)


A sought-after speaker, she shares insights on leadership, resilience, and women’s empowerment on international stages. Based in Singapore, she brings a rich cross-cultural perspective shaped by her experience in leading teams in 20 markets across three continents.