Roots to Rise

Roots to Rise

Leadership Lessons from a Global Journey

By Nias Puthenveettil

From a barefoot boy under a mango tree in Kerala to global boardrooms-this is the story of leadership shaped by values, not titles.

Roots to Rise is not just a memoir-it's a deeply personal, globally relevant reflection on what it truly means to lead. Through vivid storytelling and practical insights, Nias Puthenveettil shares his journey across continents, careers, and cultures, showing how resilience, humility, and purpose can shape extraordinary leadership.

Whether you're a first-time manager, seasoned executive, entrepreneur, or student, this book offers clarity in complexity-and courage when the path ahead is uncertain.

Inside, you'll discover:

• How identity, sacrifice, and adversity forge authentic leadership

• Simple frameworks like the Leadership Flywheel and STRETCH, born from real-world challenges

• Stories from Kerala to Riyadh, Mysore to Silicon Valley-each revealing lessons in trust, reinvention, and influence

• Reflections on leading in startups, Fortune 500s, and AI-powered futures

• A call to lead not with control, but with character

If you've ever wondered how to rise without losing your roots-this book is for you.

Read it. Reflect on it. Rise with it.