The Pride of Tamil Community Award - Winner 2024

Mr. Ravi Mahalingam.

Mr. Ravi Mahalingam is a research professor in Department of Neurology at Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado. He also served on the editorial board and also reviewed various journals. There are #138 publications on his name. He has mentored many students & postdoctoral fellows and has made a difference in the life of several young professionals who in turn are also serving this society. He has several patents related to Human Health Conditions. He was the first president of Tamil Association of Colorado. He also went through challenges at the early stage of the association and made it successful till date with the help of beloved members. The Kurinji Muthamizh Sangam takes pride in honoring Mr.Ravi Mahalingam with “The Pride of the Tamil Community Award for 2024”.

The Pride of Tamil Community Award - Winner 2025

Mr. Godwin Sahayaraj Vincent

Mr. Godwin Sahayaraj Vincent is a Senior Architect at AWS, Amazon, renowned for his professional expertise and his ardent philanthropy. Passionate about empowering the next generation, Godwin actively supports young individuals in achieving their educational and career aspirations. His efforts have contributed to nurturing great doctors, engineers, and IAS officers. Dedicated to advancing opportunities for girls from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, he invests his time, money, and energy in their education, equipping them with cloud skills and assisting in their job placement. Additionally, Godwin has successfully mobilized resources to construct a home for destitute women, playing a pivotal role in helping countless young people realize their dreams.

The Pride of Tamil Community Award - Winner 2025

Mrs. Anou Manavalan

Mrs. Anou Manavalan is a distinguished strategic software engineering leader with 29 years of technology experience. Currently serving as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Broadridge Financial Solutions, Anou has been an influential member of Steer Co, a venture capital advisory board, and multiple nonprofit boards. As a dedicated continuous learner, Anou is an inspiring women leader who stays abreast of technological advancements, including Generative AI, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and Bitcoin.
Anou's passions are deeply rooted in community service and education. For over 15 years, she has been committed to teaching Tamil to children. Her initiative, Arichuvadi, currently fosters language learning for 175 children and has successfully graduated many others over the years. Anou also champions the empowerment of girls and women in the tech industry through various nonprofit organizations. She has established a Women in Tech resource group within her company and created AIMM, an initiative that supports women in financial literacy, home management, health, and nutrition.

The Pride of Tamil Community Award - Winner 2024

Mr. Sanjai Natesan.

Mr. Sanjai Natesan is an amazing human being with an extremely positive and cheerful attitude. He is a part of the Tamil Association of Colorado and has done ample of services to the Indian community, in individual capacity and also as a Board member of Hindu temple of Rockies. He has organized blood donation campaigns, food donation drives and has been a support of several other social cause benefiting the Colorado community. He has organized multiple competitions and events for the youth of Indian community to portray their talents and thus develop the interest of the language and culture amongst the next generation. He gives a helping hand to anyone who reaches out to him. The positive energy and enthusiasm that Mrs. Vicky Cecil has left behind is seen and felt a lot through Mr. Sanjai’s work for our society. The Kurinji Muthamizh Sangam takes pride in honoring Mr. Sanjai Natesan with “The Pride of the Tamil Community Award for 2024".