I AMNishaKrishnan

Journalist. Media Entrepreneur. Ecosystem Builder.

From telling stories of change to building ecosystems of growth.

Award winning journalist and founder of channeliam.com, a digital media platform for entrepreneurship, innovation and business growth.

Explore Her journey
Nisha Krishnan

INDIAUAE

  • 24

    YEARS IN MEDIA

    Professional experience

  • 15,000+

    BUSINESS STORIES

    Content impact

  • 10

    YEARS OF CHANNELIAM

    Entrepreneurial journey since 2016

  • 12

    AWARDS & HONOURS

    Journalism awards and international recognition

Nisha Krishnan speaking
  • Journalism
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Startups
  • Women in Business
  • Business Growth
Kochi skyline

About Nisha

A Journey Built on Stories

Media Entrepreneur · Startup Ecosystem Builder · Women’s Entrepreneurship Advocate

Nisha Krishnan is a charismatic, award-winning journalist, media entrepreneur, and founder of channeliam.com, a digital media platform championing entrepreneurship, innovation, and constructive journalism. With over 24 years of media experience, she is known for her visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, strategic thinking, and results-driven execution. A dynamic team leader, she excels at transforming ambitious ideas into impactful initiatives.

Since founding channeliam.com in 2016, Nisha has built multidisciplinary teams and developed platforms connecting entrepreneurs, investors, businesses, policymakers, and institutions. Her international engagements include the prestigious U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and the Thematic International Exchange Seminar (TIES), held in Kazakhstan in 2019.

She also received a U.S. Department of State grant to develop solutions addressing challenges faced by women in the post-COVID period. Through initiatives including She Power and I AM Startup Studio, she continues to champion emerging entrepreneurs and innovative ideas.

A UAE Golden Visa recipient, Nisha combines inspiring leadership with disciplined execution, advancing AI-powered media, strategic collaborations, and entrepreneurial growth. Her mission is to transform powerful stories into opportunities, meaningful partnerships, and lasting impact.

  1. 2002

    The Beginning of a Journalism Career

  2. 2008–2011

    Recognition for Excellence in Journalism

  3. 2016

    Founded channeliam.com

  4. 2018

    Launched I Am An Entrepreneur

  5. 2019

    Selected for the U.S. International Visitor Leadership Program

  6. 2019

    Represented India at TIES, Kazakhstan

  7. 2019

    Launched I AM Startup Studio

  8. 2020–2021

    She Power & U.S. State Department Grant

  9. 2023

    International Recognition & UAE Golden Visa

  10. 2023–2025

    Pioneering AI-Powered Journalism

  11. 2026

    Celebrating 10 Years of channeliam.com

  12. 2026

    Launching Channeliam Strategic Business Advisory

Initiatives

Selected Work & Impact

  • Channeliam
    Channeliam

    channeliam.com

    A digital media platform championing entrepreneurship, innovation, and constructive journalism — 15,000+ business stories in its first decade.

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  • She Power
    She Power

    She Power

    An initiative supporting women's entrepreneurship, leadership, and digital empowerment, with U.S. Department of State grant support.

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  • I AM Startup Studio
    I AM Startup Studio

    I AM Startup Studio

    Connecting campus innovations with industry and entrepreneurial ecosystems — 45+ colleges and 3,500+ students engaged.

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  • Strategic Business Advisory
    Strategic Business Advisory

    Channeliam Strategic Business Advisory

    Execution-oriented support to help ambitious enterprises strengthen sales, expand markets, and accelerate digital transformation.

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Featured In

In the Media

Stories that spark conversations.

  • The Indian Express
  • Malayala Manorama
  • Reporter TV
  • Mathrubhumi
  • YourStory
  • CNBC
  • Gulf Times
Nisha Krishnan

I don't believe in leadership that merely inspires ideas. I believe in leadership that empowers people, drives execution, and creates lasting impact.

Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Conviction. Deliver with Action.

Nisha Krishnan

Voices of Trust

What People Are Saying

A collection of voices, experiences, and appreciation from the audience who have been part of the journey.

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Thoughts & Perspectives

Latest Insights

Commentary on media, entrepreneurship, leadership and business growth.