The Andhra Pradesh American Association (AAA) and Andhra Pradesh Business Community (ABC) have announced five Regional Directors for the 2028–2031 term, marking a significant step toward strengthening the business, professional and community network of people from Andhra Pradesh across the United States.
The newly appointed Regional Directors will work closely with AAA and ABC state leadership to expand the organizations’ presence, connect entrepreneurs, investors and professionals, promote young leadership, and create new business and community opportunities across their respective regions.
Five Regional Directors Take Charge
Each Regional Director has been assigned responsibility for five states and will play a key role in building stronger connections among local organizations, business leaders, professionals and community members.
Bolli Venkata Ramakrishna (Venkat)
Bolli Venkata Ramakrishna (Venkat) is an active member of the Telugu community in Las Vegas and brings experience as an IT professional, entrepreneur and real estate investor. His focus will include mentoring, entrepreneurship and business development.
States assigned: North Carolina, Nevada, Alabama, Texas and California.
Hanumanthu Simhabaludu (Simha)
Hanumanthu Simhabaludu (Simha) is a media professional who currently serves as the North America Chief Correspondent for Sakshi TV and previously worked as News Director at USI TV. With a strong focus on credible journalism and community engagement, he will work toward strengthening connections across his assigned states.
States assigned: New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Illinois and Missouri.
Dommaraju Hemanth Varma
Dommaraju Hemanth Varma is an entrepreneur with experience across technology, consulting, startups and real estate. He serves as Director of ERP & Automations and is also a co-founder of a strategic consulting firm. His priorities will include strategic partnerships, collaboration and community development.
States assigned: Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Massachusetts and Oklahoma.
Gottipati Kalyan
Gottipati Kalyan is an entrepreneur and IT professional with more than 18 years of experience. He has expertise in operations and product management and holds an MBA from Washington University. With a strong commitment to preserving Andhra Pradesh’s cultural heritage and serving the Telugu community, he will focus on strengthening regional engagement.
States assigned: Arizona, Washington, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico.
Choutakuri Chetan Reddy
Choutakuri Chetan Reddy is a technology professional with more than 20 years of experience in enterprise technology and consulting. Along with investments in real estate, he is actively exploring new business opportunities and partnerships. His focus will include collaboration, opportunities and creating a sustainable impact within the community.
States assigned: Georgia, Michigan, Tennessee, Florida and South Carolina.
Focus on Leadership and Networking
The AAA–ABC Regional Directors will work closely with local and state leadership to bring entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and community members onto a common platform.
Their priorities will include mentoring, leadership development, business networking, community engagement and creating new opportunities. They will also coordinate with local organizations and professionals from different sectors to develop initiatives that can benefit the wider community.
Regional Network to Cover 25 States
With five Regional Directors overseeing five states each, the new leadership structure will provide regional coordination across 25 states. The initiative is expected to create stronger connections between business leaders, investors, professionals and community organizations while opening doors for new partnerships and opportunities.
A New Chapter for AAA–ABC
The term of the newly appointed Regional Directors will run from January 1, 2028, through December 31, 2031.
AAA’s Governing Board congratulated the newly appointed Regional Directors and expressed confidence that their leadership and experience will help expand the AAA–ABC network and deliver greater opportunities, stronger partnerships and impactful programs for the Andhra Pradesh community across North America.
The new regional leadership is expected to play a key role in bringing together the business, professional and community networks of people from Andhra Pradesh in the United States, while creating a stronger platform for collaboration and future growth.
