Mrs. Lakshmi Annapurna Paleti is from Hyderabad, Telangana, India. She holds a Master's degree in Commerce from Osmania University and specializes in computer languages. She spent nearly a decade working for the Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Department. She lived for 22 years in the USA working as an IT expert. She obtained the Dr. C Narayana Reddy Award for her achievements in literature and social service. She has a love for learning and a drive to make a positive difference in her activities.

Mrs. Paleti lives in Coppel, Texas, with her husband Sitaramaiah Tummala, daughter Jasmitha Kaza, son-in-law Vimal Chandra Kaza and two grandchildren Varin Kaza and Viha Kaza.

As a software engineer, she balances a successful IT career and with volunteer work to aid those in need. She is an important member of her community, recognized for organizing support, forming collaborations, and developing relationships with purpose. With nearly 30 years of expertise, she designs and organizes initiatives to promote and expand cultural heritage. She has good communication skills and is enthusiastic about organizing events and providing volunteer activities. She served as President of the Telugu Association of North Texas (TANTEX) in 2021 and actively engaged in TANTEX events while serving in the community, especially during the pandemic. She sees working, spending time with family, and charity activities as all part of an active existence spent improving the lives of others.

Mrs. Paleti has been actively volunteering and serving many local and national organizations for years, as well as promoting countless cultural events organized by organizations such as TANA, NATA, NATS, TPAD, and many more through social media networking. She has been a valuable asset to Irving & Coppell Retirement Communities, volunteering and organizing medical camps at local temples and in diverse communities.
She encourages community togetherness, peace, and service through numerous groups, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds. She solicits, raises, and distributes cash for humanitarian, cultural, religious, and educational causes, either directly or in partnership with non-profit organizations. Her unselfish work and commitment to the community aim to positively affect and bring people together.

Mrs. Paleti encourages Telugu literature, art, culture, music, dance, and theater among children and youth from Telugu families in the DFW region. She provides a platform for people in the community to share ideas and develop projects or programs. As a result, young people of the society can foster creative ideas. Mrs. Paleti is excited about Telugu people and cultivates meaningful ties. She seeks to link the Telugu community and preserve Telugu culture for future generations.

Mrs. Paleti is grateful for the opportunity to participate in this useful service. The encounter reminded her of our common humanity and the power of connecting to have a positive influence.
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