Executive Board
Kathirgamathamby Sriganeshan
PRESIDENT (2026)ASSISTANT TREASURER (2020-2021)
TREASURER (2010-2013, 2018-2019)
DIRECTOR (2007)
Devika Muruga
VICE PRESIDENT (2026)SECRETARY (2022-2023)
Shanthi Thiravialingam
SECRETARY (2026)DIRECTOR (2007)
Born and raised as the ninth child in a loving family. A proud native of Batticaloa, the “Singing Fish Capital” of Sri Lanka. Now living in Florida with a loving husband, two precious sons, and a faithful pup. Passionate about Tamil and carrying its timeless beauty forward to the next generation.
“கற்றது கைம்மண்ணளவு, கல்லாதது உலகளவு”
~ ஔவையார்.
“What we have learned is a handful; what we have not learned is as vast as the world.”
~ Avvaiyaar.
Karthiha Kunasekaran
TREASURER (2025-2026)VICE PRESIDENT (2024)
BSc Computer Science
MSc Computer Science
Born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka; experienced both prosperity and hardships and moved to India. Married to Kuna; lived in Italy before moving to the paradise of Key West, and has two daughters. Working as a teacher, trained Montessorian, holds a Florida Professional Teaching certification and director’s credentials, and extends her passion as a Field Consultant and Coach. Long-term vision is to spread the joy and richness of the Thamil language and culture to the young generation.
“யாமறிந்த மொழிகளிலே தமிழ்மொழி போல் இனிதாவது எங்கும் காணோம்.”
~ மகாகவி பாரதி
“Among all the languages we know, we do not see anywhere any as sweet as Thamil.”
~ Mahakavi Bharathi
Kanthiah Easwara Chandran
DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATION (2026)VICE PRESIDENT (2020-2021)
ASSISTANT TREASURER (2014-2015)
BSc Engineering (Civil)
CEng MICE, MIESL
Born in Puloly, Vadamardchy District, Sri Lanka. Attended Hartley College, then the University of Ceylon. Served humanity developing projects in 13 countries around the world; learnt and unlearned arrogance in the process. Currently volunteering for the Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Deerfield Beach, giving back to the community what was received from them.
“தேமதுரத் தமிழோசை உலகமெல்லாம் பரவும்வகை செய்தல் வேண்டும்”
~ பாரதியார்
“Spread the heavenly sweet Thamil tunes around the world.”
~ Bharathiyar
Kanagaratnam Kumarasri
DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT (2026)PRESIDENT (2020-2021)
Anujah Balachanthiran
DIRECTOR, ENTERTAINMENT (2026)
PRESIDENT (2024-2025)
BA Psychology
MPH Behavioral Health Sciences.
Born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, and raised in the U.S. since the age of 5. Resides in Fort Myers, Florida. Trained in Indian classical dance (Bharatanatyam). Motivated to bring awareness of the rich Thamil cultural heritage to the South Florida community.
“Living a life of selfless service brings one closer to the true Self.”
Marla Sriskand
DIRECTOR, FOOD (2026)PRESIDENT (2010-2011)
SECRETARY (2009)
LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
MSW (Social Work)
Born in Vathiri, Sri Lanka. Moved to New York in 1988, and relocated to Coral Springs, Florida, in 1994. Completed degrees at Florida Atlantic University. Worked as a social worker for more than 20 years and is currently working at Psychiatric Hospital as a mental health therapist. Believes that anything is possible when people work together as a team, and helped establish the Ilankai Thamil Manram Florida. Passionate about uplifting others and drives to spark kindness in every space, fostering unity through thoughtful action.
“Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see”
~ Mark Twain
Bakeerathy Aruleeswar
DIRECTOR, SPECIAL EVENTS (2026)ASSISTANT SECRETARY (2009)
DIRECTOR (2007)
Born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka; began a career as a primary school teacher at Oddisuddan MV.
Moved to the United States in 1991. After marriage, worked for six years at JFK Airport before relocating to South Florida in 2002. Completed 15 years of service with the United States Postal Service (USPS). Currently working with Valve Research. Deeply passionate about Tamil culture and committed to supporting and uplifting Tamil communities.
உடுக்கை இழந்தவன் கைபோல் ஆங்கே
இடுக்கண் களைவதாம் நட்பு.
~ குறள் – 788
Like swift hands of one whose dress slips,
Rushing to relieve (friend’s) misery is friendship.
~ Thirukkural -788