Prof. H B Raghavendra is the Vice Chancellor of CMR University, Bangalore, with over 35 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic governance. He previously served as Vice Chancellor of NorthCap University and Chandigarh University, and held leadership roles at Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University. An alumnus of the University of Mysore, IIT Madras, IISc Bangalore, and BITS Pilani, he is active in research, Ph.D. guidance, and accreditation processes like NAAC. He has fostered Centres of Excellence, industry collaborations, and innovative teaching models, including modules for diverse learners and student portfolios. A Civil Engineering consultant, he has designed academic and commercial buildings and served on expert panels. He continues to drive impactful reforms in higher education.