Chief Enabler
Leadership development, public health, social innovation and international collaboration. World Economic Forum Young Global Leader (2015) and recipient of the Prime Minister National Talent Award (2025).
As Chief Enabler of LeadX Nepal, Dr. Tshering Lama leads initiatives focused on leadership development, international collaboration, knowledge transfer, and preparing Nepalese talent for the future of work. He is a Nepali social innovator, public health expert, and leadership development professional with extensive experience spanning education, social impact, and sustainable development.
He holds a BSc (Hons), a Master’s in Public Health, and a PhD in Telemedicine from Northumbria University, UK. His executive education includes Global Leadership and Public Policy for the 21st Century at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government in 2015 and Leadership for Racial Equity at the University of Virginia, USA, in 2022.
Dr. Lama’s contributions to public health, education, and social development have earned him national and international recognition. He received the Lord Glenamara International Scholarship for his contributions to public health and the environment and was named International Student of the Year in the North East of England in 2006. In 2015, he was selected as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. In 2025, he received the Prime Minister National Talent Award 2081 in recognition of his contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation, and social impact in Nepal.
His leadership experience includes co-founding and leading a children’s charity focused on healthcare, education, and child protection. Following the 2015 earthquake in Nepal, he helped lead initiatives that supported the construction of 100 earthquake-resistant classrooms across more than 10 schools, along with birthing centres and community centres.
Through his work at LeadX Nepal, Dr. Lama champions leadership development, evidence-based practices, international partnerships, and sustainable business initiatives. He is committed to connecting people, knowledge, and institutions to create meaningful opportunities, strengthen leadership capacity, and contribute to Nepal’s long-term social and economic development.