Academic Speakers in India

Anand Kumar is the founder of Super 30, a revolutionary educational program in India that identifies talented underprivileged students and prepares them for the highly competitive IIT-JEE entrance exams. Since its inception in 2002 in Patna, Bihar, Super 30 has transformed the lives of hundreds of students, achieving national and international recognition for its remarkable success rate.

A mathematician and passionate educator, Anand Kumar’s approach combines rigorous academic training with mentorship, motivation, and holistic support, empowering students to overcome socio-economic challenges and realize their potential. His dedication to quality education has earned him accolades from governments, institutions, and media globally, highlighting his impact on social change through education. Anand continues to inspire educators and students alike, advocating equal access to learning and demonstrating how talent, discipline, and guidance can overcome adversity.

Anil Jinsi is the Global Head of TMC Shipping Pvt. Ltd., bringing over 30 years of leadership experience across education, healthcare, IT, and enterprise development. Over two decades of his career have been spent in leadership roles within educational institutions, spanning higher education, healthcare education, IT training, and professional skilling. Anil has held senior positions ranging from Vice President to Vice Chairman, with strengths in administration, franchising, strategy planning, project execution, and building enterprise networks. Known for his entrepreneurial leadership style, he has driven organizational growth through partnerships, operational scale, and strategic expansion across sectors.
Invite Anil to speak on leadership in growth-stage organizations, franchising models, strategic execution, building scalable institutions, and entrepreneurship.

This expert is a senior marketing Professor at SPJIMR, one of India's Leading Business Schools. Her research areas include Consumer Brand Relationships, Consumer Insight and Branding and Communication of Management Education. The expert has over 19 years of experience in the corporate and academic sectors. She has worked in the area of business and marketing strategy at Reliance Communications, Branding, and Communications and has consulted education institutions in developing academic curricula and marketing communication strategies. She has worked on consulting and research assignments with organizations across various sectors including FMCG, services, and telecom. She has held administrative positions at business schools in international relations, brand management, program management, and public relations. She has conducted several training programs for corporates in the area of Branding, Consumer Insight Generation, Sales Promotion, and Marketing strategy. She is an Economics graduate and MBA (Marketing) gold medallist.

Geetha Ghaliyavar is a sports nutritionist with 17 years of experience, a postgraduate diploma in Sports Nutrition from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and credentials as a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. She is a Bangalore University first ranker and a multiple award winner with several gold medals. Her work focuses on evidence-based nutrition for elite and developing athletes, with an emphasis on preventive nutrition and performance optimisation.
Invite Geetha Ghaliyavar for sports science conferences, athlete development forums, wellness summits, and high-performance training events.

Dr. Radhakant Padhi works as a Professor with Indian Institute of Science in the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Bangalore. As part of the core team of Indian Space Program, including Chandrayaan 2 and 3, he worked on the guidance and control algorithms, supported by esteemed organizations like MHRD, DRDO, ISRO, AFRL, and more. His current research ventures encompass spacecraft soft-landing, station-keeping, laser beam pointing, air traffic management, and intelligent artificial pancreas systems. His expertise spans optimal and nonlinear control synthesis, applied to aerospace, biomedical, and mechanical engineering challenges. He has authored 280+ publications and a book on Satellite Formation Flying.

Dr. Shivaji holds a PhD in Biochemistry with a specialization in Molecular Biology and Virology from the National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, an esteemed institution under the Indian Council of Medical Research in Mumbai. His research has significantly contributed to unraveling the transmission mechanisms and pathogenesis of HIV, earning international recognition through awards, scholarships, and presentations at prestigious scientific forums. Published in high-impact journals, his work has garnered acclaim for its contributions to global health.

Additionally, Dr. Shivaji serves as an Expert Guide point and GLG Member in the USA, offering expertise across various platforms including Atheneum, Alphasights, Tegus, Third Bridge, Life Sciences Strategy, UC Consulting for Healthcare, Right Angle, Coleman Research, focusing on areas encompassing Molecular Diagnostics, Biotechnology, and disease management. His proficiency spans Molecular, NGS, PCR Market, Life Sciences, Infectious Disease POCT, Laboratory design, NABL, and International market trends in Molecular Diagnostics.

Farheez Rafique is a career coach working across life sciences, sports, and management pathways. He supports students and early professionals in identifying career opportunities aligned to market demand and personal interests, with a focus on structured career planning and personal development.
Invite Farheez Rafique for student career summits, campus leadership programmes, employability workshops, and youth development forums.

Dr. Swati Popat Vats is a globally recognized educator with over 35 years of expertise in early childhood education. She is the Founder-President of the Early Childhood Association (India) and the Association for Primary Education and Research. As President of the Podar Education Network, she leads over 500 Podar Jumbo Kids and Podar Prep centres across India and the UAE. Dr. Vats is also the National Representative and Planning Committee Member of the World Forum Foundation and a global Think Tank member of KidZania. She pioneered TATASky’s Actve Whiz Kids channel, co-founded EuroKids, and launched ‘Born Smart’—the world’s first video-based parenting site. She developed the first early childhood coding and robotics curriculum used across 498+ centres. A prolific author and child rights advocate, she also heads Podar’s teacher training and is a Lead Assurer for the UK’s CACHE program. Dr. Vats continues to transform early education globally.

Dr. Pallavi Rao Chaturvedi is a dynamic parenting coach and the Founder of one of India's fastest growing Parenting Platforms- Get, Set, Parent with Pallavi. She is the Vice President of the Early Childhood Association and the Founder of the Brainy Bear Preschool and Activity Club chain. She has been a speaker at numerous prestigious national and international forums, including the United Nations Headquarters in New York, the World Forum on Early Childhood Best Practices in Macao, World Education Summit at Dubai and the G20 Young Entrepreneurs' Summit in Istanbul. She is the winner of Business World 40Under40 award. She is also a consulting parenting expert with several reputed organizations in India.

Indradeep Ghosh is Executive Director of Dvara Research where he drives the research agenda and leads research priorities in coordination with the practice heads. Dvara Research is an independent, non-partisan, not-for-profit policy research institution based in India. Dr. Ghosh brings an interdisciplinary orientation to understanding and solving the problems of financial inclusion and social protection in India, and an enthusiasm for co-creating solutions in a style of constructive engagement with other research organizations, academic researchers, and practitioners.

Dr. Ghosh also interfaces regularly with policymakers and regulators to advocate for sensible pro-poor financial inclusion and social protection policies. In 2020, Dr. Ghosh led the drafting team for the Social Stock Exchange report (by SEBI’s Working Group), and in 2021, Dr. Ghosh served on the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Board of India’s Research Guidance Group. 

Sapna Agrawal is an astute academician, dynamic and socially active, with 
qualitative experience of more than 25 years at a higher echelon for 
Knowledge management, Children's education, Training and Development, 
Child Psychology, Science, and Spiritual Understanding.
Founder “I Big Wonder” and helping https://youtube.com/@ibigwonder
Author: 1. My Paiso Book Series – Financial Literacy Skill Curriculum, Grades 1 to 8th
2. Skill Me Book Series for Social Emotional Learning, Leadership & 21st Century Life Skills, Nursery to Grade 8th
Conducted Trainings & Conference Talks with School Leaders, Directors & Chairpersons of schools over 4500 in numbers. She has undertaken talk & 
Storytelling sessions with children and connected with 30,000 children till now. Her teacher training sessions have crossed 1800 workshops now. 
She is empaneled with SRCC (Shriram College of Commerce), Delhi, in MMTC as an NEP mentor for Colleges with UGC. 

Prof. Kumail Kirmani is a Marketing Professor at St. Joseph’s and Alliance University, an IIM-Calcutta alumnus, and Chief Mentor at WiseOwlEdu. Recognized with the Icons of Bharat award by NDTV and a Graphy Select #Top50 educator, he champions the growth mindset, resilience, and the power of branding.

With three startup failures and extensive on-the-ground sales experience, Kumail has mastered marketing, branding, and business strategy. He is on a mission to help individuals build businesses, grow careers, and master marketing. Beyond academia, he runs WiseOwlEdu and Begum’s Authentic Hyderabadi Kitchen, even personally delivering meals on Sundays.

A personal branding expert, Kumail empowers students, entrepreneurs, and professionals to elevate their careers using strategic marketing and sales techniques.

Dr. Sharmila Anand is a bestselling author, international consultant, and healthcare sector leader. As Founder & MD of Inspera, she advises universities on globalization strategies to improve reach, revenue, and global rankings. She has worked with organizations such as GE Healthcare, TATA Trusts, Healthcare Sector Skill Council, and leading medical universities in India. Her work sits at the intersection of healthcare, education strategy, and global partnerships.
Invite Dr. Sharmila to speak on healthcare leadership, global education strategy, and women in leadership.

Dr. Anoop Mathew is an educationalist, technologist, and author working to reduce the digital divide in rural Indian education systems. He holds a PhD in Power Electronics and previously served as a Professor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, training over 500 teachers and teaching approximately 1,500 students. He has supervised numerous academic projects, authored nine books, published research papers, and serves on editorial boards. Awarded the Best Engineering Faculty Award (2012), he actively collaborates with organizations promoting Free and Open-Source software adoption in education. He is affiliated with professional bodies including IEEE, ISTE, ACM, CSI, IAENG, and ECS.

Invite Dr. Anoop Mathew to engage with academic institutions, education policy forums, and digital inclusion initiatives.

As a Co-Founder in the edtech/fintech industry, Dheeraj has extensive experience in instructional design, team building, investing, and market research. He has also pursued several courses in Cyber Security and Blockchain to expand his knowledge and expertise. Dheeraj is the former Co-Founder of Kips Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd - India's Leading Publisher of School Computer Books and Digital Interactive Tools used by 6500 plus schools and over 5 Million students in India and the Middle East.

He talks about vulnerability in the digital era of cloud computing, AI and Machine Learning and online frauds along with emerging trends in cybersecurity.

As a highly experienced and accomplished Principal Scientist; I have spent twenty-eight years dedicated to advancing in Plant Genetic Resources and Agricultural Education system in India. I have a proven track record of effective implementation of the Government of India's schemes at a national level. My expertise lies in developing strategic plans and policies to enhance the quality and accessibility of higher education and plant genetic resources management. Through my leadership, I have successfully established collaborations with various national and international institutions to promote knowledge exchange and foster innovation. My strong background in research and development has allowed me to make significant contributions to the scientific community. I have authored numerous publications, and my work has been widely recognized. My ultimate goal is to make a meaningful impact on the agriculture and higher education sector by equipping the next generation of professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to tackle global challenges. 

Prof. Rakesh Mohan Joshi is a distinguished academic, author, and management expert with deep experience in international business, marketing, governance, and compliance. He has served on the Management Council of AIMA and as a nominee of the President of India to the University Court, University of Delhi. An Independent Director on corporate boards, he brings strong expertise in governance and compliance. Prof. Joshi has delivered training, research, and consultancy across multiple countries. His books International Business and International Marketing (Oxford University Press) are widely used in academia and executive education.
Invite Prof. Joshi to speak on international business strategy, global marketing, corporate governance, compliance, and leadership in global markets.

Ajay Singh is a supply chain and transformation speaker specialising in global procurement and logistics strategy.
Chief Supply Chain Officer at Hindustan Platinum, with over 30 years of experience across manufacturing, engineering, and global supply chains.
Ajay delivers keynote sessions on supply chain innovation, strategic sourcing, and operational excellence for corporate and academic audiences.
Invite Ajay Singh for conferences, leadership summits, and corporate events in India.

Munir is an innovative educator dedicated to integrating 21st-century learning into secondary and tertiary education. With 8+ years of experience as a teacher, mentor, and department chairperson, he has played a key role in developing and innovating academic programs. Renowned for his witty and engaging classroom sessions, Munir enhances students’ conceptual understanding while making learning dynamic and impactful. His expertise extends beyond traditional classrooms—he has led numerous career counseling sessions in colleges and enterprises across the country, helping students and professionals navigate their career paths. Passionate about modern educational methodologies, Munir effectively applies cutting-edge career models in both academic and corporate settings. His ability to blend practical insights with innovative teaching makes him a sought-after mentor and speaker, inspiring learners to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Roshni Chamblon is a certified Entrepreneurship Trainer with the Ministry of Rural Development and RUDSETI, a certified psychotherapist and psychological counsellor, and a Zone Trainer with Junior Chamber International. She has trained over 1,000 youth across Kerala in entrepreneurship and employability skills and has served as a jury member for NIFT assessments in entrepreneurship. With experience leading women’s wings of JCI, Roshni actively works at the intersection of mental health, entrepreneurship, and youth development.
Invite Roshni to speak on youth entrepreneurship, women empowerment, entrepreneurial mindset, mental resilience, and career readiness.

Abhilash Narayanan is an entrepreneurship expert and keynote speaker specialising in business development, startup acceleration, and enterprise growth. A certified entrepreneurship trainer recognised by the Ministry of Rural Development and National Academy of RUDSETI, Abhilash has trained thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals across India. He has been honoured with the “Beyond Call of Duty” award at the national level and has served as a jury member at the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kannur. Abhilash’s talks focus on entrepreneurial mindset, business strategy, innovation, and professional resilience. Invite Abhilash Narayanan for conferences, leadership forums, and entrepreneurship summits.

Amarendra Mishra is a financial markets and investment speaker specialising in BFSI operations and risk management. With over 25 years of experience in capital markets, he has served in senior leadership roles across leading financial services firms. Amarendra delivers keynote sessions on investments, financial markets, risk management, and career development for corporate and academic audiences. Invite Amarendra Mishra for finance and leadership conferences in India.

Prathamesh Kapote is an Edupreneur and Founder of CareerArch who has helped 1 lakh+ students and professionals in selecting the right career for themselves. he has an in depth knowledge and understanding of Career consulting and has 9+ years of experience. He was a participant of Young Social Entrepreneur 2017 organized by Singapore International Foundation. He was also nominated for Singapore International Foundations Overseas study Young Social Entrepreneur Shangai, China 2018 and felicitated as the Young Entrepreneur by Jagriti Yatra 2015.

Ajeesh Venugopalan is a marketing and growth strategy speaker specialising in B2B and B2C marketing transformation.
Founder and CEO of AJ&VG Media and former global marketing leader at Relevance Lab, with 20+ years of experience across marketing automation, SEO, and brand strategy.
Ajeesh delivers keynote sessions on marketing leadership, growth strategy, and digital transformation for corporate audiences.
Invite Ajeesh Venugopalan for conferences, leadership summits, and corporate events in India.

Ravindra Dastikop is a Certified Metaverse Expert with a focus on emerging immersive technologies and virtual environments. He works at the intersection of digital innovation and next-generation experience design, helping organizations understand and experiment with metaverse-driven engagement models as part of their broader digital transformation journeys.

Invite Ravindra Dastikop for innovation conferences, future-tech summits, and digital experience forums.

Giri Balasubramaniam, better known by his pseudonym Pickbrain, is a noted quizmaster and co-founder of Greycaps, Asia’s largest onstage quizzing and knowledge services company. Seen every weekend hosting quiz shows on national television channels in India hosting, he is also the mind behind the Global Awareness Program (GAP), one of India’s first focused and structured knowledge enhancement programmes for school children. He and his team have presented over 2000 shows across 94 destinations of India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA to emerge as one of the fastest growing quiz hosts from the region. 

Giri has previously worked with The Economic Times, The Walt Disney Company and Indiainfo.com for over a decade before launching Greycaps. He is a regular speaker at conferences and educational institutions. He has presented over 2000 shows across India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, UK and USA.  

Ashutosh Chadha brings nearly 30 years of national and international leadership in Corporate and Government Affairs, Policy Advocacy, Channel Management, and Strategic Planning. He has worked extensively with senior stakeholders across Government, Academia, Industry, and multilaterals, and has built and led high-performing teams across geographies. Ashutosh has successfully managed independent profit centers, overseen multi-million dollar budgets, and led teams of over 100 people. A frequent speaker at global platforms—including the World Bank, WTO, UNICEF, UNESCO, and top academic institutions—he speaks on governance, public policy, trade, CSR, education, and tech for development. Passionate about entrepreneurship, education, and policy, he mentors startups and coaches students and executives, contributing to leadership and innovation in emerging markets.

Kunal Bhardwaj is an experienced banker with 22 years of retail branch banking experience across both public and private sector banks in India. Having held leadership positions for the past 21 years, his key responsibilities have included driving profit, managing balance sheets, and focusing on employee behavior, leadership, and retention. Kunal has worked in diverse locations, including rural, semi-urban, and metro areas, and has gained extensive experience in Ultra HNI and agricultural markets. His expertise in managing operations and fostering growth across various segments makes him a well-rounded banking professional.

Gaurav Sangtani is a speaker on technology disruption and leadership, with experience addressing audiences at TEDx and leading management institutions including IIMs and IITs. His engagements focus on the implications of technological change for leadership and organisational decision-making in rapidly evolving environments.
Invite Gaurav Sangtani to speak at leadership conferences, management education forums, corporate townhalls, and technology leadership summits.

Dr. Rajdeep Manwani, an exceptional academician, life coach, and motivational speaker, currently coordinates the Commerce Department at Jain University. Despite losing 65% of his vision due to macular degeneration at age 13, Rajdeep triumphed over adversity. Holding triple postgraduate degrees—M.Com, MBA, M.Phil—and a Ph.D. in commerce, is a gold medalist in M.Com and M.Phil. A notable orator, Rajdeep excelled in debates, winning the best speaker title at the 2008 International Tape Speech competition by Toastmasters International. Rajdeep's accolades include the Distinguished Toastmaster and a National Award as a role model for empowering persons with disabilities, bestowed by the President of India in December 2013. Despite vision challenges, Rajdeep, continues to inspire as a lecturer, motivational speaker, life coach, and quizmaster, with notable appearances at a TEDx conference and the India Leadership Conclave alongside luminaries like adman Prahlad Kakkar and Sri Sri Ravishankar.
 

Prof. Dinesh Singh, a distinguished academic leader and policy maker, has received accolades such as the Padma Shri, India's prestigious civilian award, for his groundbreaking contributions to education. Renowned for his innovative reforms, he served as Vice Chancellor of Delhi University, where he established the Cluster Innovation Centre, offering pioneering degree programs. Prof. Singh holds esteemed positions at University of Delhi, Middlesex University, University of Houston, K. R. Mangalam University, and Shoolini University. He is also affiliated with institutions like Imperial College London and IIIT Delhi. Prof. Singh's influence extends globally through public lectures on policy, education, and scientific ideas. He has served on prestigious boards and committees, including the Association of Commonwealth Universities and the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Union Cabinet, Government of India, shaping educational policy and fostering intellectual discourse.

Montek Singh Ahluwalia is a globally respected economist and former Deputy Chairman of India’s Planning Commission (2004–2014), where he led Five-Year Plans during a pivotal reform decade. A Rhodes Scholar and Oxford-trained economist, he previously served at the World Bank and in senior government roles including Finance Secretary and Commerce Secretary. Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, he has shaped reforms across infrastructure, trade, health, education, and fiscal policy, and represented India in global economic forums including the G20 and IMF dialogues.
Invite Montek Singh Ahluwalia to speak on India’s economic reforms, public policy design, infrastructure and growth, global economic outlook, climate finance, and development strategy.

Mr. Rizvi is the Professor of leadership & Change Management at IMI, New Delhi. In his 25+ years of professional career he has taught, trained, researched, consulted and led various academic and business organizations at private, public, non-governmental, and multinational corporations in India and abroad. Some of the organizations he has been associated are HCL Ltd (Reprographic Division), Faculty of Management Studies (University of Delhi), IILM Graduate School of Management, and NIS Sparta (a Reliance Anil Ambani Group Company). Dr. Rizvi is a visiting Professor of Organizational Behavior to the MBA programs at the National Graduate School of Management (NGSM), Australian National University (ANU), Canberra (Australia); Shanghai University, (China); and International School of Management, Dakar, Senegal (West Africa); and other Universities. As a Leadership & Change Management specialist, he has conducted various research and consulting projects sponsored by AusAID-Australia, DFID-UK, SDC-Switzerland, World Health Organization (WHO), and World Bank.

A skilled professional with extensive experience in HR, Administration, Management, Teaching, and Training, Farzeen is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management and is a Post Graduate in Business Administration, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Central to her professional identity is a profound understanding of HR functions.

With a passion for transforming individuals and organizations through effective training and development, she conducts workshops and online and offline training sessions on Professional Skills for students and adults. She has successfully trained national and international candidates on nonverbal communication, Voice and Accent, and Personality Development, among others. Additionally, she mentors young minds and aspirational speakers on the art of public speaking, confidence building, communication, and presentation skills. She is currently working as a Human Resources Officer at Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited.

Gopal A. Iyer is the Founding Director of Career Shifts Consulting and a strategic advisor with over two decades of global experience in leadership development, organizational transformation, and career reinvention. He has worked with leading organizations such as Deloitte, EY, Goldman Sachs, Target, and IIM Ahmedabad, helping senior leaders align leadership with strategy and navigate complex change. A Hogan-certified Executive Coach and Design Thinking facilitator, Gopal specializes in expatriate careers, gig workforce strategy, and building future-ready leadership pipelines. He formerly led EY’s GigNow program and played a pivotal role in founding the School of Public Policy at IIM Ahmedabad. As a former Managing Director at Gladwell Academy, he blends corporate insight with academic rigor to drive innovation and agility. Host of the Career Shifts Podcast and a respected keynote speaker, Gopal empowers individuals and organizations to lead with clarity, purpose, and adaptability in an era of constant disruption.

Seema Bhandari’s journey reflects resilience and lifelong learning. After prioritizing family for two decades, she transitioned into education at 43, earning Montessori certification and building a 15-year career shaping early childhood development. As an educator working with children aged 2–6, she has played a formative role in nurturing curiosity, confidence, and foundational learning. Seema’s story inspires late-career transitions, reinvention, and purpose-driven work. Her journey resonates with audiences navigating career breaks, second careers, and personal rediscovery.
Invite Seema Bhandari to inspire audiences on career reinvention, resilience, and finding purpose at any stage of life.

Niket Karajagi is a versatile professional with expertise as a Design Thinking Facilitator, Business Resilience Scientist, and VUCA Research Scholar. With over two decades of consulting and organization development experience, he has contributed to 175+ organizations globally and trained more than 200,000 leaders. An accomplished Mechanical Engineer and MBA in International Business Management, Niket is also an author, podcaster, blogger, and ICF-accredited Business Coach.

He has designed and implemented 120+ training programs and numerous leadership competency interventions across diverse sectors such as manufacturing, IT, pharmaceuticals, and FMCG. Niket is a certified coach in Marshall Goldsmith’s Stakeholder Centered Coaching Process and an assessor for MBTI, DISC, and Emotional Intelligence.

As the founder of Atyaasaa Consulting, he leads initiatives in business sustainability, change management, and scale-ups while empowering SMEs, NGOs, and global enterprises. His work embodies a mission to awaken human and business excellence.

Professor Kavil Ramachandran, a founding faculty set up the Wadhwani Centre for Entrepreneurship Development at the ISB in 2001. Later, he was the Associate Dean (Academic Programmes) before becoming the Thomas Schmidheiny Chair Professor of Family Business and Wealth Management and then the Executive Director of the Thomas Schmidheiny Centre for Family Enterprise till recently at the Indian School of Business. He has specialized in family business, entrepreneurship and strategy and has 36 years of combined experience as an academic at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and the Indian School of Business. His consulting experience includes areas such as family business governance, professionalization, succession planning, strategic planning, identification of new opportunities for growth, corporate entrepreneurship and turn around strategies in family and non-family environments. His special expertise is in managing the challenges at the interface of governance, professionalization and strategy, particularly in rapidly growing mid-size multi-generational family businesses.

Dr. Shreyas Srivatsan is a distinguished professional dedicated to advancing business excellence within the Tata Group, one of the most prestigious and globally recognized conglomerates. With a robust academic background and extensive industry experience, Dr. Shreyas plays a pivotal role in driving organizational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the Tata Group’s diverse portfolio. Dr. Shreyas brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. His career is marked by a deep commitment to Business Management, Business Excellence, Business Strategy, Business Analytics. At Tata Group Dr. Shreyas is instrumental in designing and implementing frameworks that enhance operational efficiency, drive performance, and ensure sustainable growth. An active participant in global forums and conferences, where he shares his expertise and perspectives on business excellence and organizational transformation. His thought leadership and innovative approaches continue to inspire business leaders and professionals around the world.

Shiv has always been deeply interested in the interface between industry and academia. He believes that a shared area of interest, passion, or even a hobby can strengthen the relationship between university theories and the practical realities of various industries. Shiv is currently focused on building OneVarsity, a platform designed to enhance industry-academia collaboration. With extensive experience in corporate finance, investor relations, business planning, and strategy, Shiv has worked across multiple industries, including education and edutech, fintech, banking and NBFC, industrial groups, and consumer and retail. His diverse background fuels his commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Pratibha is an accomplished Senior Executive in Human Resources with extensive experience in HR operations, including onboarding, induction, offboarding, employee engagement, and grievance handling. With a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from NBA, she has a strong foundation in HR practices. Pratibha is known for her ability to create positive work environments, effectively manage HR processes, and align employee needs with organizational objectives. Her dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction and ensuring smooth HR operations makes her a valuable asset to any organization.

Dr. Aseem Sharma is a retired officer of the Indian Air Force and a practicing dermatologist, currently serving as an assistant professor at a government medical college in Mumbai. He is a columnist for New Delhi Times and a blogger with platforms including Casual Writers and Travelista. He also runs Nomadic Gastronomy, a digital platform focused on travel, food, and photography. Dr. Sharma combines medical practice with writing, public speaking, and travel storytelling, bringing interdisciplinary perspectives from healthcare, culture, and personal development.
Invite Dr. Aseem Sharma to speak at literature festivals, travel and culture forums, healthcare conferences, and public engagement platforms.

The expert is an author senior management professional at Scholar Strategy, an education counselling company that prides itself in helping 100s of students getting into top universities across the world including Harvard and MIT. She returned to India 7 years ago to start her own Indian entrepreneurial journey. This unique lifestyle business allows her to work only 6 months a year, spending the remaining time traveling and writing. Her first novel, Seven Conversations, interpreted Bhagavat Gita in a modern context and gathered rave reviews.

Dakshdeep Singh is a visionary leader specializing in product strategy and customer delivery across India and the APAC region. He plays a critical role in aligning product roadmaps with long-term business vision, leveraging market insights, customer feedback, and competitive intelligence to drive innovation and differentiation.

With a strong execution mindset, Dakshdeep leads customer delivery initiatives that prioritize satisfaction, operational excellence, and measurable outcomes. He works closely with leadership teams to shape HR strategies, define technology direction, and translate strategic intent into actionable implementation roadmaps.

Dakshdeep’s strength lies in connecting strategy with execution—ensuring that ideas move seamlessly from concept to impact. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration, clarity, and continuous improvement, enabling organizations to navigate complexity while staying customer-centric.

Invite Dakshdeep Singh to speak on product-led growth, customer-centric transformation, execution excellence, and strategic leadership.

I am a seasoned power sector professional passionate about energy economics and sustainability. I am well versed in the rules and regulations of the Indian power sector and the international benchmarks in developed economies. I hold a Ph.D in energy economics plus an MBA from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Nagpur University. I am also a fitness enthusiast with GOQII, a vibrant health platform, having contributed to health blogs and talk shows. 

CE Shreekant Patil is a Chartered Engineer, startup mentor, and policy advisor with over 30 years of industrial experience. He is the founder of PARENTNashik and a Senior Consultant at NPC India under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.

Shreekant actively mentors flagship national initiatives including Startup India, MAARG, BHASKAR, WEP, STPI, BIRAC, MeitY Startup Hub, and Skill India. He collaborates with global institutions such as SIDBI, the United Nations, the European Commission, and the African and Asian Development Banks.

An Independent Director, Chartered Valuer, Niryat Bandhu, and Sustainability Ambassador for UNSDG–SPSC, his work spans entrepreneurship, exports, MSME growth, and sustainable development. As a speaker, he offers grounded, execution-focused insights on building scalable enterprises within regulatory and global trade ecosystems.

Invite CE Shreekant Patil to speak on startups, MSME growth, policy, and sustainable enterprise building.

Krithivasan Sivaramakrishnan is an accomplished HR professional with over 18 years of experience, passionate about building strong teams and driving organizational growth. His expertise spans talent acquisition, HR strategy, and business partnering, with a focus on aligning people practices with business goals.

Krithivasan has pioneered innovative campus recruitment programs, bridging the gap between academia and industry. As Head HR at Pickyourtrail, he led rapid team scaling, revamped performance management systems, and introduced impactful initiatives. Currently serving as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Prayagh Consumer Care, India's 5th Largest producer of Confectionary, he is focused on Organzation Transformation jouney, along side stregthemning the brand and Performance Driven Culture. 

Having overcome challenges like Covid, resilience defines his leadership style. A proponent of a people-first culture driven by data and innovation, Krithivasan shares insights on HR trends, resilience, and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive.

Lakshmi is a dynamic professional with expertise in teaching, leadership, business strategy, product development, and technology. A seasoned thought leader in the education and IT sectors, she influences business and IT leaders while remaining technology-agnostic. Beyond the classroom, she delivers impactful seminars, workshops, and lectures, leading collaborative research projects. Her approach integrates systems thinking, design thinking, and innovation to drive practical, forward-thinking strategies. With experience in high-pressure environments, she excels in leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration. She is also a skilled communicator, adept at engaging executive and board-level audiences while building strong customer and partner relationships. Lakshmi has a proven track record in ERP, including SAP, and deep expertise in product strategy and R&D. A results-driven leader, she thrives in global, multicultural settings. Notably, she was selected through three rounds for the first Indian women pilot cohort in 1995, highlighting her trailblazing spirit.