Organizers

Lead Organizer

• Surendra Shrestha

  

  Surendra, a highly accomplished CEO & Founder of Rigorous Web and Aarambha Themes, possesses a decade of experience as a Certified Expert at Codeable. With expertise in programming and IT entrepreneurship, he consistently delivers exceptional solutions. Surendra’s passion for the WordPress community is evident through his active involvement as an organizer, volunteer, and speaker. He has notably organized prominent WordCamps, including WordCamp Kathmandu, and actively participated in international WordCamps like WordCamp Europe, and WordCamp Asia. Through extensive contributions and valuable leadership, Surendra demonstrates unwavering dedication to the global WordPress community.

  @nepsure / https://ersurendra.com

• Suvash Khadka

  

  Suvash Khadka, WordPress Enthusiast has been engaged in WordPress Nepal Community since its establishment from 2011/12 to present date. He is the Coordinator of WordPress Nepal Community who has been actively supporting WordPress communities via different activities, few to include are WordPress Meetup, WordPress College/University Events, WordCamps. He has played various organizers role in WordCamps continuously without a break in WordCamps as WordCamp Kathmandu, Bharatpur and so forth. Likewise, he has been WordPress Meetup Lead several times. He is also an initiator who believes in giving back to the community via WordPress. Mr. Khadka is also engaged with WordPress communities as WordPress Bristol, WP London.

• Sweta Shrestha

  

  Sweta is a passionate QA/administrator at Catch Themes, where she finds immense joy in her work. With a degree in Information Management, Sweta deliberately pursued a career in technology and has never regretted her decision. Currently, she is an integral part of the Catch Themes team, actively contributing to the development of WordPress Themes and Plugins. Sweta’s journey into the WordPress community began in 2015 when she started actively participating in WordCamp events.

  Since then, she has developed a deep love for the WordPress community. In 2017, Sweta became a key contributor to WordCamp Kathmandu, overseeing the financial aspect of the entire event. 

   Apart from her involvement in WordPress, Sweta indulges in her love for travel, reading books, and cooking delicious food. These activities provide her with a well-rounded and fulfilling life beyond her professional endeavors.

  @swetu333

• Manoj Gyawali

  

  Gyawali is a zealot of Financial and operational management professional with broad experience in all aspects of accounting, financial and administration management, system development and implementation. Prospering together with different stakeholders through Learning and Doing Approach.

  Gyawali has experience of more than 13 years over this field. He has an experience on both non-profit and profit making organization over Nepal, India, Hong Kong, Canada, USA and Australia. He has worked as a financial advisor on various social organization on Nepal. Some of his Specialties are Non-for-profit accounting, financial reporting & analysis, internal control and regulatory compliance, policy review, financial planning and budgeting, organization system development and implementation, financial management training and procurement.

  Gyawali earned his MBA from Bharathiar University, Tamilnadu, India, and has bachelor degree from Tribhuwan University, Nepal.

• Raushan Jaiswal

  

  Raushan is the Co-founder and CEO at Codewing. Codewing is the creative powerhouse behind renowned brands like Rara Themes, Blossom Themes, and WP Travel Engine. 

  A WordPress enthusiast since 2012, Raushan has been an active member of Nepal’s WordCamp community from the beginning. 

  His passion lies in crafting and marketing digital products. But there’s more to Raushan than just work. He’s a salsa dancer, a public speaker, a hiker, and a meditation practitioner. 

   @raushanchess / https://codewing.co/

• Alina Kakshapati

  

  Alina was a Product Manager at Code Pixelz Media and is currently on a break for some time. It’s been almost 12 yrs that, she has been involved with WordPress. As a WordPresser, she has been actively attending and contributing at WordCamps since 2012. She has also been a Speaker at WordCamp Nepal 2014, WCKTM 2017, WCKTM 2022, WCNP 2022 & Panelist WCNP 2015, and Communication Wrangler at WordCamp Nepal 2015. 

  @aleenak19

• Regan Khadgi

  

  Regan Khadgi is a WordPress Solution Engineer whose forte is to provide any solutions required in the web using WordPress. Currently he is working as a WordPress Engineer in a German based company named Plantura.

  Also, over the years, Regan has been committed to not only learning and earning from WordPress, but also giving back to the community by being Speaker, Volunteer, and organizers in different WordCamps.

  Besides WordPress he loves to lift weights, play guitar and sing songs in his free time.

  @regan_shahi / https://regan.com.np

• Subash Chandra Poudel

  

  Subash is a WordPress and Technology enthusiast with many years of experience working in various roles and positions in different companies. He is currently working as a Technical Support at OnTheGoSystems/WPML. Subash likes contributing to the open source movement and the community. 

  @electronicspani

• Sunita Rai

  

  Sunita is a WordPress marketer with more than seven years of experience. She specializes in WordPress SEO content writing, affiliate marketing, and email marketing. With a background in writing for leading WordPress blogs like WPBeginner, MonsterInsights, and ThemeGrill, she now heads the Ideas at SiteSaga, overseeing content strategy and blog’s success. She was a speaker at WordCamp Kathmandu 2016, WordCamp Nepal 2022, WordCamp Sylhet 2023, WordCamp Asia 2023, and a co-organizer of WordCamp Kathmandu 2022.

  @TheSunitaRai / https://www.sunitarai.com.np/

• Pratik Lal Shrestha

  

  Pratik Shrestha is the Head of Development at Outpace, with over ten years of experience in web development and brand strategy. He is a highly dedicated and skilled professional, committed to creating exceptional web solutions that enhance business success online. Outside of work, Pratik prioritizes quality time with his family, enjoys traveling to new places, and recognizes the importance of a good night’s rest for overall well-being.

  @pratiksh911 / https://pratik-shrestha.com.np

• Suwash Kunwar

  

  Suwash started his journey with WordPress in 2012 and worked on many WordPress projects as a freelancer and has helped many clients worldwide and has remained in this community ever since. He loves web development and customer support because it is the perfect mix of problem-solving, helping people, and lifelong learning.

  He has also been working as a senior customer support engineer at Yoast SEO. He is an active participant, organizer, and contributor to local WordCamps and attends WordPress meet-ups and community events. When away from the computer, he loves meeting entrepreneurs, traveling, and listening to music and spiritual guidance.

  @suascat

• Ashish Rai

  

  Creative Designer currently working as a freelancer with strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving and decision making skills. A self-managed and result-oriented UI/UX/Web/Graphic designer with many years of experience in Branding, Web Designing and related Visual Communication. His major ability is to create visually rich designs; work and motivate teams; drive projects to successful completion. In his spare time, you will probably find him creating new music or getting along with nature.

  @ashish_rai977 / https://raiashish.com.np/

• Manish Pyatha

  

  Manish is currently working as Project Manager at Web Experts Nepal. The very first WordCamp that he had attended back in 2015 was the turning point for his career. Since then, he has been involved with the WordPress community by actively speaking in the local meetups and attending WordCamps of various cities. Working with various clientele projects along with involvement in the community made him eager to join WordCamp Kathmandu 2023 as the Print Wrangler.

• Prithu Singh Thakuri

  

  Prithu is a WordPress content marketer with over six years of experience in the industry. She has worked with renowned companies like Access Keys Pvt. Ltd and Rebelcode Pvt Ltd in various marketing roles. She possesses a strong interest in all things WordPress, SEO content, online marketing, and social media. She has been an active participant at WordCamps since 2016, contributing in different roles.

  @prithuthakuri

• Nilkantha Koirala

  

  Nil Koirala is a seasoned digital marketer with a unique blend of technical knowledge and marketing expertise. He has spent seven years refining his SEO, social media, WordPress, and affiliate marketing skills and now stands as a sought-after Digital Marketing consultant. 

  Currently, Nil is expanding his proficiency with data science to enhance data-driven decision-making in the Marketing field further. And he applies his skills as a Social Media & Community Manager at Nepal’s prominent WordPress firm, ThemeGrill.

  @knilkantha / https://nilnode.com/

• Laxman Bhattarai

  

  He is a web designer, developer, and entrepreneur based in Nepal. With a passion for web development that spans back to 2005, he has acquired extensive experience in various roles such as developer, project manager, and team leader. Currently, he is working as the CEO of Genesis Web Technology, a company dedicated to crafting websites, mobile apps, and web-based applications.

  Since 2012, he has actively engaged with WordCamp, initially as an attendee and later becoming an integral part of the WordPress community. As a speaker, he shares his expertise in local meetups and participates in WordCamps held in different locations.

  On a personal note, he is an avid traveler, a music enthusiast, and perpetually intrigued by emerging technologies.

  @ilaxman

• Milan Hamal

  

  He is a freelancer developer who has worked professionally in almost all aspects of WordPress since 2015. He is an active participant and contributor to the regular WordPress events. Besides work, he is more into football.

  @hamalmilan

• Kishor Kumar Mahato

  

  Kishor, the CEO and Founder of Sparkle Themes(https://sparklewpthemes.com) and Offshore Themes, has been working as a Software Engineer since 2013. He is a self-taught and highly motivated developer, specializing in Python (Django), Shopify, Laravel, and WordPress. As an IT Entrepreneur, he thrives on creating logical and well-structured code that is both elegant and effective. He proudly refers to himself as an eCommerce Consultant, leveraging his expertise in various platforms.

  @sparklewpthemes / https://sparklewpthemes.com

• Sandeep Pangeni

  

  Sandeep Pangeni is a dedicated Front End developer and WordPress enthusiast. He embarked on his journey in the field of web development in 2020, focusing primarily on React Js. Currently, he is working as a Front End Developer at pasal.com.np. He is passionate about technology and its potential to drive positive change, Sandeep actively contributes to various IT student organizations. He serves as an Executive member of Society of Information Technology Students – SITS and holds the position of Vice-Project Lead at Code for Change Kathmandu. With his skills and involvement in the tech community, he is committed to making a meaningful impact in the world of web development.

  Sandeep has also participated in WordCamp Butwal 2020 and WordCamp Kathmandu 2022 as a Volunteer and WordCamp Nepal 2022 as a Contributor Day Team Leads. Apart from study & work, he likes to travel, watch movies and hang out with friends.

  @pagenisandy

• Madan Panthi

  

  Madan is a Fulltime Developer working with WordPress and Laravel for the past few years. He started his Professional career in 2015 as a PHP developer in Pattern Fusion Lab and then never stopped since. He is currently involved with Matat Technologies as a Senior Software Engineer.
  He has been actively participating in Tech Events, WordCamps and meetups. He loves contributing in open source communities and helping new-comers to the Tech Industry.

  @codemadan / https://manjul.me

Volunteers

• Sadip Bhattarai

  

  Sadip is a highly skilled IT professional with extensive experience in PHP MVC frameworks, CI, and Magento. He initially specialized in developing themes and extensions for Magento before transitioning to WordPress, where he excelled in creating Themes, Plugins, and managing diverse client sites, particularly in e-commerce using WooCommerce. He is currently working on Matat Technologies as Senior software engineer.
  Beyond work, Sadip’s passion for football shines through, evident in his regular involvement and enjoyment of matches and related activities. With over 8 years of hands-on experience in the WordPress ecosystem and a diverse background in web development, Sadip continues to drive innovation and expertise in his projects, contributing to the success of numerous e-commerce ventures and web solutions.

  https://sadip.com.np

• Kishan Dangol

  

  Kishan is a passionate Frontend Designer with over 8 years of experience in the dynamic world of web design and development. He have a strong foundation in both the creative and technical aspects of this ever-evolving field. As a Frontend Designer, he finds immense joy in turning innovative ideas and concepts into reality, using my expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other cutting-edge technologies. The blend of creativity and technical know-how has allowed me to build visually striking websites that offer exceptional user experiences.
  When he is not immersed in the world of digital design, he indulge in other passions. Traveling is one of my greatest joys, and exploring new cultures and landscapes provides him with inspiration and fresh perspectives for my design work. He capture these experiences through my love for photography, freezing moments in time to share stories and emotions. Additionally, music is an integral part of his life, offering a means of relaxation and creative stimulation.

• Asmita Subedi

  

  Asmita is a skilled and passionate WordPress Developer, currently working at Awesome Motive. Her journey with WordPress began during college when she initially used it as a Blogging tool. Over time, her fascination with the platform grew, leading her to transition into a WordPress Developer, specializing in creating plugins. She enjoys the art of problem-solving and dedicates her time to perfecting her knowledge of WordPress Plugins.

  @lil_asmita

• Alsan Singh Thakuri

  

  Alsan Singh Thakuri is a seasoned professional with a passion for WordPress and technical support. With three years of experience in the field, Alsan has become a proficient problem solver, assisting countless individuals and businesses in navigating the complexities of WordPress. Having embarked on the WordPress journey in 2019, Alsan’s enthusiasm for the platform knows no bounds. Alongside offering technical expertise, Alsan finds great joy in sharing knowledge and insights about WordPress through various platforms.

• Bhima Thapa

  

  Bhima is a full-stack developer with 5+ years of experience. She is currently working as a lead developer at Nipuna Prabidhik Sewa, Pokhara. One of her fields of expertise is Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

  She started her career as a WordPress developer and, despite having worked on different projects on various platforms, she explored WordPress, which helped her to excel in WooCommerce customisation and plugin development.

  She believes technology offers a world of opportunities wider than the ocean, and the journey from a WordPress Developer to a Full Stack Developer doesn’t fulfil her purpose yet.

• Binaya Marahatha

  

  Binaya Marahatha, a student of BIT at Birendra Multiple Campus is a tech lover who enjoys exploring new technologies and solving daily life problems with tech. He is self-driven, result oriented, dedicated to his work, and involved in different kinds of tech events. Currently, he is working as a freelance mobile application developer and actively taking part in open-source events.

• Bishal Bhandari

  

  Bishal Bhandari, a student of BSc. CSIT (8th Semester) at Amrit Science Campus. He is recently working as Business Development Officer in Dynamic Technosoft Pvt. Ltd. He is Co-founder of Doers Soft Pvt. Ltd, an information technology company. He is energetic and active and had already worked in multiple organizations and volunteered at various National and International events. He was also an advisor and Leader of Code for Change, Kathmandu, Nepal. Besides Technology, he loves traveling, Dancing, Playing, tasting new food, and adventure.

• Deekshant Thapa

  

  He has been working as a Frontend Developer in Rigorous Web for past 1 year. He is energetic and enthusiastic person with a passion for learning. Beside this, he loves football and is a travel enthusiast.

• Jay Shyam Patel

  

  Jay Shyam Patel is a BCA student currently pursuing his studies at Kathmandu BernHardt College. He is a passionate and enthusiastic IT professional with a strong background in web development. Jay Shyam has completed numerous projects, showcasing his expertise in backend language PHP and the Laravel framework. As a full-stack developer at Talent Connects and a freelancer on Upwork, he has honed his skills across various programming languages such as JavaScript, PHP, Java, Python, and .NET.

  In addition to his web development endeavors, Jay Shyam’s tech hunger has led him to explore the realms of Data Science and Machine Learning. He actively engages in projects related to OpenCV and Machine Learning, constantly expanding his knowledge and pushing the boundaries of his capabilities.

• Parash Shrestha

  

  Meet Parash Shrestha, a passionate Full Stack Web Developer with a strong focus on WordPress and ReactJS. With several years of dedicated experience in these technologies, Parash has honed his skills and expertise to become a true enthusiast in both fields.

  Currently, Parash is an integral part of WEN Solutions, where he thrives as a fulltime developer. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and innovative web experiences makes him an invaluable asset to the team. Parash is an ardent supporter of open-source communities. He actively seeks out and takes part in communities where he can connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about driving positive change through technology.

• Rista Kafle

  

  She is Rista Kafle, a 20-year-old student currently pursuing her Bachelor’s in Computer Applications (BCA). Her passion for technology and computing drives her to explore the exciting world of computer science. During her BCA program, she has been exposed to various aspects of this field, allowing her to develop her skills in various programming languages and technologies. One area that particularly captivates her is Node.js, a powerful and versatile platform. While she may not be an expert yet, she is dedicating significant time and effort to learning and working with Node.js. Her academic journey and personal projects have given her valuable hands-on experience in developing applications with Node.js, and she is eager to continue learning and exploring its vast potential. She eagerly seizes every opportunity to challenge herself and continue growing, and she is thrilled to be on her journey of continuous learning in the fascinating realm of technology.

• Saurav Dhakal

  

  Saurav is a passionate MERN Stack Developer, and social worker who possesses excellent experience as a freelancer, successfully delivering high-quality solutions to his clients. His journey as a self-taught developer began in 2018 when he dedicated himself to mastering the MERN stack of technologies, which includes MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering at Lumbini Engineering College, Saurav actively collaborates with numerous IT organizations and communities, leveraging these connections to continuously expand his knowledge and contribute his expertise. He serves as an Executive Member of Code for Change Butwal. He has networked with hundreds of tech students and organized and participated in various workshops there. He is also the Joint Secretary of the Robotics Club of Lumbini Engineering College. He has organized Hackathon and several other events. He has also been part of different communities like the Hult Prize, Leo Club of Bhalwari City, IT Students of Nepal, and many more. Beyond his technical prowess, Saurav’s leadership, in-depth research, and unwavering dedication set him apart from his peers. When not immersed in his studies and work, he finds joy in playing chess, reading books, and indulging in movies.

• Subarna Basnet

  

  Subarna Basnet is a passionate computer programmer, content creator, and the visionary Founder of Bhyakur. Since 2016, he has been leaving his mark in the world of technology and content creation.

  With a strong love for all things tech, Basnet uses his marketing skills to create innovative solutions for business. As a blogger, he shares valuable insights on Blogging, WordPress Tutorials, SEO and various topics to help new bloggers kickstart their online careers.

  You can find Basnet journey at www.subarnabasnet.com

• Sudip Dhungana

  

  He is Sudip Dhungana, a CSIT student at Bhaktapur Multiple Campus. He was an attendee in WordCamp Nepal held at chitwan. He has been actively leading tech club and volunteering at different tech events held in or outside campus. Currently, he is volunteering at WordCamp Kathmandu 2023.

• Supriya Shrestha

  

  Supriya is an accomplished author with over 5 years of experience in the field of content writing. Throughout her career, she has honed her skills, crafting engaging content that resonates with WordPress audiences. Her passion for writing extends beyond the words on the page, as she actively indulges in marketing strategies and collaboration to amplify the reach of her work. When she isn’t busy crafting words, you can find her exploring new ideas, staying updated with industry trends, or engaging in creative pursuits to fuel her curiosity. In her spare time, you can find her traveling around Kathmandu Valley in search of the best food and coffee!

• Yoseph Tamang

  

  Yoseph Tamang is a dedicated Full-time WordPress Developer at Falcha Tech Pvt. Ltd, also engaged in freelance work and content creation. As a recent graduate, he has already made a notable mark in the WordPress community, participating in his first WordCamp. With a passion for web development and a flair for creativity, Yoseph plans to actively contribute and innovate in the WordPress ecosystem. Outside the digital realm, he finds joy in playing futsal and capturing life’s moments through photography.

  @TamangYoseph | yosephtamang.com.np

• Krishant Timilsina

  

  Krishant Timilsina is a Pulchowk Campus computer engineering student who has a passion for technology and its potential to solve real-world problems. In addition to his academic pursuits, he is actively involved in extracurricular activities such as hackathons and coding competitions. He has also held design leadership positions in campus clubs such as LOCUS and PDSC. Krishant has interned as a Graphics Designer, and is currently exploring system design. When not immersed in the digital world, he enjoys reading books and listening to music.

• Dipu Kumar Chaudhary

  

  Dipu Kumar Chaudhary is a dedicated Plugin Developer at ThemeGrill Pvt Ltd, and he has a fascinating experience in working with WordPress. In the last two years, he has shown his skill by creating new and creative tools that make websites better for people to use.

  When he’s not working, Dipu enjoys playing futsal, a fast-paced sport that brings out his competitive side. He also values spending time with friends, chatting, and building strong relationships that go beyond just being online.

• Siddhartha Dwivedi

  

  Meet Siddhartha Dwivedi, a passionate Design Enthusiast. Currently shaping creativity at Astranix Technologies in Bharatpur, Nepal, he embarked on his design journey in 2020. A dedicated member of WordPress Bharatpur. He was also a key figure in the design team of WordCamp Nepal 2022. Siddhartha’s commitment and flair promise to elevate this WordPress event to new heights, embodying the spirit of a true design maestro.

• Roshan Shrestha

  

  Roshan Shrestha is an experienced graphic designer with 5 years of experience excited to help expand their social media engagement with captivating static assets. Technical expertise and outside-the-box thinking will prove to be a valuable addition to help creative teams and personal contributions. Ability to grasp new ideas and integrate them into desired results.

• Aishworya KC

  

  Aishworya,a student of BSC CSIT at PMC . She is a passionate graphic designer who enjoys exploring the latest tech trends and bringing innovative ideas to life. Beside these, she enjoys travelling to new places, making new friends, cooking food and learning new things.

• Ujjwal Shakya

  

  Ujjwal is known for his strong work ethic and proactive mindset. He’s skilled in WordPress and Ruby, showing his expertise in web development. He understands both the technical side and the business angle, creating solutions that match big goals.

  He’s adaptable and does well in changing situations. He’s always eager to learn new things and stay updated. What’s really special about him is he doesn’t wait for directions – he takes the lead in coming up with new ideas.

  When he’s not working, Ujjwal loves gaming and has cool gaming stuff. His commitment, tech skills, and proactive nature make him a valuable part of any project.

• Sushil Subedi

  

  Sushil Subedi is a full-Stack Web developer, WordPress lover and activist from WordPress Bharatpur. He is the founder and CEO of Astranix Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and is currently pursuing his Master’s at CDCSIT, TU. He enjoys tinkering with programming and has been spending most of his time developing Web Application, WordPress sites, WordPress Plugins, as well as contributing to WordPress as Plugin Developer, Translation Contributor, Meetup and WordPress Organizer. He has participated in several WordCamps as an attendee or organizer. Sushil is extremely cordial, diligent, and committed to the WordPress community and his work. He has an irrational passion for learning new technologies.

• Niresh Shrestha

  

  Niresh Shrestha is a skilled WordPress developer with a creative flair. Beyond the digital realm, he’s an avid photographer, passionately freezing moments in time. With a fusion of technical expertise and an artistic gaze, Niresh curates blogs and frames stories, showcasing his dual love for technology and the visual narrative.
  dewebkiller.com / @dewebkiller

• Prabhat Aryal

  

  Prabhat Aryal is a WordPress enthusiast. A Computer Science student, he has been actively involved in organizing tech events in college. He first attended the WordCamp back in 2017 and has been attending the Meetups and WordCamps in various cities. He loves meeting new people, traveling around, reading books, and learning new things.