Dallas, Texas: Prominent alumni of Loyola College, Chennai, came together in Dallas to mark the institution’s centenary celebrations with a focus on philanthropy, leadership, and community impact on September 27, 2025. 

The event brought together business leaders, philanthropists, cultural icons, and educators who reflected on the enduring value of “giving back,” to society while honoring the Jesuit legacy of service.

Satish Gupta’s Billion-Dollar Mindset 

In his keynote, President & CEO of SB International Inc., Satish Gupta, outlined his vision of giving back at an extraordinary scale. Sharing his aspiration to contribute $1 billion in charitable giving, Gupta challenged conventional notions of wealth.

“When people hear the phrase ‘billion-dollar mindset,’ their first thought is usually about money,” Gupta said. “A billion-dollar mindset is not measured in money, but it is measured in the scale of our vision, strength of our integrity, and the impact we create in the world.”

Gupta stressed the importance of building a legacy that outlives individual success. “Am I building something that lasts beyond me? Am I lifting others as I rise? Am I creating value with meaning?” he asked, emphasizing his three guiding principles of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact.

According to him, philanthropy is not an “afterthought” but a responsibility. He described his work in education, healthcare, and cultural initiatives as part of completing the “cycle of success.” 

He also praised Loyola alumni for their achievements across diverse fields, business, diplomacy, sports, science, and the arts, united by what he called a “shared sense of responsibility to serve the greater good.”

Xavier Britto: Gratitude as the Foundation of Success

Vice President of the Loyola Alumni Association (Chennai) and Chairman & Founder of Kerry-Indev Logistics, Xavier Britto, spoke about Loyola’s unique role in shaping lives.

“Loyola has been number one in producing quality personalities all over the world,” Britto noted, calling the institution “unique” in its ability to transform lives.

Drawing on a Jesuit metaphor, he likened the Society of Jesus to an ocean that does not chase waves. “We are all waves, and Jesus knows we will always come back because of our gratitude,” he said.

Britto highlighted his own journey from humble beginnings to employing more than 7,000 people in his logistics company. He attributed his success to Loyola’s influence and underscored the importance of the “attitude of gratitude” in determining one’s path in life.

MR Rangaswami Becoming an “Accidental Philanthropist”

MR Rangaswami, founder of Indiaspora, delivered a lively address on community-building within the Indian diaspora. Describing the community as a “thriving” and well-established force in the U.S., he reflected on his own unexpected trajectory from Houston to Silicon Valley in the early 1980s.

“When I moved to the Bay Area in 1982, there were 10,000 Indians. Now there are 450,000,” he recalled.

Rangaswami spoke candidly about the failures and successes of Silicon Valley startups, noting, “Most companies in the Silicon Valley don’t fail because they don’t have a good product or service. They fail because they run out of money.” His experience at Oracle, where he rose quickly to become Vice President of Applications, cemented his role in the tech industry.

A turning point came in 1997, when a feature about him unexpectedly landed on the front page of The Wall Street Journal. “So that was my 15 minutes of fame. I got so many phone calls, I stopped picking up the phone,” he said with a laugh.

That visibility, combined with his investments, ultimately propelled him into philanthropy. “I became an accidental philanthropist,” he said. In 2012, he founded Indiaspora, a nonprofit connecting global Indian diaspora leaders. Among its initiatives is “India Giving Day,” which this year alone raised $9 million for charities in India.

Rangaswami commended Gupta and Britto’s efforts, urging alumni to start “something small” that can grow into something transformative.

He also revealed that Tennis legend and Loyola alumnus Vijay Amritraj was auctioning his rackets and balls to raise funds for scholarships at Loyola College. “The way to give back is making an impact of giving back, not just getting together,” Rangaswami emphasized.

Vijay Amritraj: Legacy Through Leadership

Speaking on “Legacy Through Leadership,” Padma Shri Amritraj reinforced the value of alumni philanthropy. 

“I think the auction went really well,” Amritraj told South Asian Herald, acknowledging Rangaswami’s role in supporting the initiative. “We raised enough money for some scholarships for Loyola College, which was the main aspect of doing this. I think it’s a great initiative. They should be able to do it annually.”

On the broader celebrations, he reflected that “the event itself is basically bringing people together within our community,” while suggesting greater involvement of the local diaspora to strengthen ties.

The centenary was marked by a series of panel discussions, including: Women Who Inspire the World: Empowered Across Continents; Advancements in Healthcare Therapeutics: AI in Neurosurgery and Diabetic Complications; and Centenary Alumni Voices: Reflections Across Decades. 

Alumni talks were delivered by Vijay Nathan, Founding Partner and CEO of CNT Infotech, and Ram Subramanian Iyer, Managing Director at Deloitte, who spoke on the future of artificial intelligence.

During the celebrations, leadership awards were also presented. Program Chair Christy Paul received the “Exemplary Loyola College Alumni Award,” while Secretary Balamurugan was honored with the “Outstanding Loyola College Alumni Award.” Both were presented by Amritraj.

On September 26, ahead of the celebrations, Loyola College, Chennai, and the University of Dallas planted a “Centenary Friendship Tree” to symbolize enduring friendship and shared Catholic values.

The closing night featured “MOJO Moments: Carnatic 2.0,” a contemporary performance blending tradition with innovation. The ensemble included Mahesh Raghavan, Sharanya Srinivasan, Akshay Anantapadmanabhan, and Shravan Sridhar.

Final remarks were delivered by Coordinator Masiullah K., Secretary Balamurugan, and Christy Paul, who together expressed gratitude for the collective support that made the centenary possible.

The event received generous support from Gupta Capital Group, SB International Inc., CNT Infotech, NAZTEC International Group, Sand Hill, Scicom Infrastructure Services, Professor Jagdish Sheth, Samatva, MSI, LORVEN Technologies, Martinhal Resorts, UL Research Institute, WealthGrow, ENH Marketing Inc., North Texas Tamil Sangam, MOJO Moments, Metroplex Tamil Sangam, XB Group, Ravi Murugaiah, Prithviram R. Thularam, Dr. Laligam N. Sekhar, Chandramouli, HARY Printing, and Shatish Kumar.

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