Aditya Ghosh, Co-founder of AkasaAir is a remarkable leader known for driving hyper-growth across various organizations. With experience in managing a workforce of over 25,000 employees, Aditya has a Midas touch in transforming people-driven organizations globally. He serves on the boards of FabIndia and OYO South Asia, contributing his expertise to diverse sectors. Aditya started his career in 1996 as a corporate law executive, providing legal counsel to notable entities like InterGlobe, GSK Beecham, PepsiCo, and the World Bank. His leadership journey includes serving as the former President and Board Member of IndiGo, propelling the airline to success, and later transitioning to the unicorn OYO. A compelling speaker, Aditya shares insights and experiences from his leadership roles at various corporate events and conferences, captivating audiences with his blend of professional and personal skills.
Anand Pillai is a seasoned business leader with over four decades of experience in various leadership roles in multinational corporations, including Reliance Industries, HCL Technologies and TATA Group. He is widely regarded as a management expert and author who has made significant contributions to the fields of leadership, organizational transformation, strategy and innovation. He is Managing Director of Leadership Matters, a company focused on building intrapreneurial culture in organizations. He has coached CXOs, senior and middle managers across the IT, Finance, Banking, and Insurance, Manufacturing, Government, and Hospitality sectors. His expertise in building customer relations and ensuring their satisfaction is unparalleled. Anand’s focus for strategy in any organization is on ensuring that clients lift their performance skills and behaviors, apply world’s best management practices, and hold individuals accountable for their own learning & development.
Auto industry veteran, motivational speaker, corporate speaker, board of Director and an exceptional orator, Arun Malhotra is an IIM-Calcutta graduate (1983). He holds a rich history in India's nascent auto industry. Having worked at Bajaj Auto, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Nissan India over 3 decades, and has immensely contributed to the growth of the manufacturing industry. Notably, he served as MD at Nissan India. Arun excelled in brand building, marketing, retail, rural outreach, and strategy formulation. He's overseen new product launches and traveled widely for sales.
As a visiting faculty at IIM-Kolkata, he shares his insights. Arun attended executive programs at Kellogg School of Management (2009) and Harvard Business School (2011). Renowned for auto industry expertise, he's a sought-after keynote speaker and panelist for CNBC, ET Now, NDTV, and more. He also lectures at esteemed business schools like IIM-Bangalore, MDI Gurgaon, and IIFT.
Captain Raghu Raman's diverse career journey has been a rich tapestry, weaving through the first principles of organizational dynamics, strategy, and transformations. With a unique blend of leadership experiences—from the authoritative style in the Armed Forces to the incentive-driven corporate cultures of Mahindra and Reliance Industries, and the procedure-driven bureaucracy of government—his career has been a masterclass in adaptability. Drawing from this varied landscape, Capt. Raghu offers invaluable insights on leading remotely in uncertainty, navigating a VUCA world, and creating high-performance teams. His diverse career choices have not only honed his leadership acumen but also positioned him as a versatile authority on adaptive leadership.
Sanjeev Bikhchandani, co-founder of Info Edge (owner of Naukri.com, Jeevansathi.com, 99acres.com, Shiksha.com, NaukriGulf.com), is a distinguished entrepreneur. His accolades include the "Ernst and Young – Entrepreneur of the Year" award (2008) for transformative business leadership, along with the Dataquest Pathbreaker Award and the Teacher's Achievement Award for Business. Beyond Info Edge, he's associated with Ashoka University and has a background with The Pioneer, HMM, and Lintas. Bhikchandani served as TiE Delhi's President and on the Global Board of Trustees. His contributions extend to FICCI's National Executive, AIMA's National Council, and chairs NASSCOM's Internet Council. Sanjeev is a multifaceted leader, recognized for shaping the landscape of online businesses in India and contributing significantly to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Yuvraj Singh, born on December 12, 1981, in Chandigarh, India, is a former Indian cricketer and one of the country's most iconic all-rounders. Known for his aggressive batting style and exceptional fielding skills, Yuvraj made a significant impact on Indian cricket during his illustrious career. A key player in India's 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup triumphs, he was pivotal in crucial moments. Beyond cricket, Yuvraj Singh is recognized for his philanthropy, particularly through the YouWeCan Foundation, focusing on cancer awareness and supporting cancer survivors. His journey remains an inspiring saga in the annals of Indian cricket.
Shiv Shivkumar, an accomplished leader and bestselling author, currently excels as an Operating Partner at Advent International, infusing his extensive experience and strategic acumen into driving business growth. His customer-centric and motivational leadership style has been a cornerstone in steering organizations toward resounding success. In his former role as the Group Executive President, Corporate Strategy at Aditya Birla Group, Shiv played a pivotal role in propelling the organization's growth across diverse business interests spanning 36 countries. As the Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer at PepsiCo Holdings Private Limited in India, Shiv implemented effective growth strategies, navigating and leading iconic brands like Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Peter England. Recognized as one of the top five Indian marketers by the Economic Times, Shiv Shivkumar stands as a distinguished leader and strategic architect of growth in the dynamic business landscape.
The expert is an award-winning broadcaster and a senior marketing professional at ABP News. He has been a part of a core team that has led ZEE Media to industry beating growth numbers for a time span of three years. The expert has experience of over 15 years and his expertise lies in strategizing projects and brand management. With experience in news reporting, news presenting, current affairs debate shows, show designing, marketing and content positioning, his international exposure and easy to connect persona makes him stand out in the ever-growing crowd of media professionals.
Ashwin Sanghi, a top-selling Indian English fiction author, boasts an impressive literary portfolio, including bestsellers like "The Rozabal Line," "Chanakya's Chant," and "The Krishna Key." His contributions extend to two New York Times bestselling crime thrillers co-authored with James Patterson— "Private India" (US edition: "City on Fire") and "Private Delhi" (US edition: "Count to Ten"). Beyond writing, Ashwin actively engages in mentoring, co-writing, and editing titles within the widely acclaimed 13 Steps Series, covering diverse topics such as Luck, Wealth, Marks, Health, and Parenting. The overarching theme in his work emphasizes his impact in storytelling.
Richard Rekhy is the former CEO of KPMG, India, and a current Board Member of KPMG Dubai. As CEO, he was a member of KPMG's Global Board and the Council of KPMG International. With over thirty-six years under his belt in Consulting and Professional Services, Richard has worked at Arthur Andersen, Ernst & Young, and KPMG, spearheading the firms in various capacities. Richard is a qualified Indian chartered accountant, a mentor, and an Angel Investor. Richard is affiliated with leading business enterprises, domestic and worldwide, and is also an active member of diverse industry associations and trade bodies. He was a member of the advisory group for the HSBC Skills for Life Programme and the CII National Council member. An eloquent and powerful orator, Richard is a respected voice on a range of social and economic issues and focuses on customer centricity.
Priyanka Chaturvedi is a distinguished Member of Parliament representing the Rajya Sabha. Currently serving as the Deputy Leader and National Spokesperson for the Shiv Sena, she holds key positions in parliamentary committees, reflecting her commitment to public service. Priyanka is an active participant in the Parliament Standing Committee on Commerce, the Select Committee on External Affairs, and the Parliament Committee on Women Empowerment. Her multifaceted role demonstrates her dedication to shaping legislative initiatives and advocating for significant issues. With a strong voice and a strategic leadership approach, Priyanka Chaturvedi is a dynamic force in Indian politics, contributing significantly to national discourse and governance.
Swami Mukundananda is the founder of Jagadguru Kripaluji Yog and has known the world over as the authority on Mind-Management, and a unique saint with a distinguished educational background. He received his degrees in Engineering and Management from an IIT and an IIM. However, responding to the call of God, he entered the renounced order of Sanyas, dedicating his life to the service of humankind. Swamiji is an internationally acclaimed teacher of Spirituality, Yoga, and Meditation.
Simerjeet Singh, a globally renowned motivational speaker with over 1.3 million YouTube subscribers and 50 million+ video views, has impacted lives worldwide. With 14 years of international motivational speaking experience, he has served over 300 organizations across 80 nationalities. Singh, originally a hotel management graduate in Marriott International's Management Training program, cultivated a promising career in hospitality, overseeing businesses in Dubai, India, the US, and the UK. Transitioning to motivational speaking, he embraced risks to pursue a higher purpose. As a Certified NLP Practitioner and Personal Performance Coach, Singh engages diverse audiences, from CEOs to students, fostering growth strategies and inspiring authentic living. Each opportunity fuels his dedication to serve, uplift, and empower individuals globally.
Musthafa PC's incredible journey embodies the spirit of resilience and determination. Born in a remote village in Kerala to a humble background, he defied the odds to become the founder of iD Fresh Food India, a brand that nourishes millions with healthy, preservative-free idlis, dosas, and more. Despite facing early challenges and being a school dropout, Musthafa pursued his education, earning degrees in Computer Science from NIT Calicut and an MBA from IIM Bangalore. His childhood struggles with food insecurity fueled his passion for providing nutritious meals to others. Today, iD Fresh Food India is a thriving Rs. 1000 crore brand, employing over 2000 young individuals from rural India. Musthafa's story is a testament to the transformative power of education, perseverance, and a relentless pursuit of dreams.
Venu Nair, former MD of Shoppers Stop, has joined apparel marketplace Myntra as chief of strategic planning and omnichannel. Nair comes with an experience of over 30 years in retail, sourcing, business analysis and strategy. He has joined Myntra’s senior leadership team where he will be responsible for strengthening Myntra’s existing international brands portfolio, while building strategic partnerships with leading global brands. Nair leverages his 30+ years of experience in the retail industry to mentor and provide strategic guidance and operational support to the senior management and board of directors. He is passionate about growing international and Indian retail brands and delivering value to the customers, shareholders, and employees.
He has also held senior leadership roles at Westside, Tata Trent, and Marks and Spencer, where he demonstrated skills in P&L management, business development, planning, and operations management.
Dr. Aarti Gupta is a seasoned investment strategist who has been at the helm of her family office (DM Gupta Family, Jagran Group) for the past 13 years. She is also the Chief Investment Officer at Anikarth Ventures, an angel-investing firm that invests in innovative early-stage start-ups with transformative solutions. In her commitment to women's entrepreneurship, Dr. Gupta serves as the National Head for FICCI FLO Start-ups, focusing on women founders and investors. She is also an independent director with Jindal Stainless Steels and contributes to the boards of several family-owned businesses and start-ups, leveraging her expertise in investment strategy. Furthermore, as the founder of the Anikarth Foundation, she champions initiatives for women's financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and job readiness. A recognized TEDx speaker, Dr. Gupta addresses financial literacy, entrepreneurship, investment strategies, and women's empowerment.
Growing up, Debleena loved two things. Stories and numbers. She chose a career with numbers and for over 16 years, worked in Investment Banking, Investment Management and Venture Capital with companies like GE, JP Morgan, Prudential, Fidelity, Unitus Ventures and Gray Matters Capital etc. Meanwhile, all the while, over weekends, she explored her love for stories through words and music. Four years back, she co-founded Kahaniyah, to combine her love for data and stories. Today, she helps individuals and organizations apply the art and science of data storytelling.
Deepa Kannan, the Founder of DeeKay Excellence, is a seasoned Executive Leadership Coach with over 22 years of transformative IT experience in global corporations. As an ICF Credentialed PCC working towards MCC, she specializes in grooming professionals for executive leadership roles through coaching and training. Leveraging her journey from engineer to healer, Deepa fosters resilience and positivity in clients, guiding them through challenges. At DeeKay Excellence, she empowers individuals to unlock their potential and envision their future selves. Additionally, Deepa is dedicated to developing the next generation of coaches as an ICF Approved Coach training provider. Her book, "Evolving as a Leader and Coach," offers invaluable insights for professionals embarking on their leadership journey. With extensive corporate experience spanning TCS, Accenture, Infosys, IBM, and more, she brings a unique perspective to her coaching process, addressing challenges faced by corporate leaders.
Amit is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from ICF with over 17 years of experience in software development, instructional design, Learning and Development, and leadership trainings. He has worked with multinational corporations such as Salesforce, Wipro, L&T, Lupin, and Expedia Group globally.
Amit is a results-oriented coach who combines NLP, self-exploration, positive psychology, ancient mindfulness tools, and evidence-based approaches to help clients achieve their goals. He is also a skilled facilitator and trainer, and has led workshops on a variety of leadership development topics.
Amit's clients have seen significant results from working with him. They have reported increased self-awareness, leadership skills, productivity, and a clear sense of purpose.
Harsh Mariwala is the Chairman of the Board, and Managing Director of Marico Limited. He is an innovative and award-winning leader, renowned for maintaining Marico’s business at a sustainable and profitable growth pace.
In three decades Mariwala transformed a traditional commodity driven business, into a leading consumer products and services company in the beauty and wellness sector. His entrepreneurial drive and passion for innovation, prompted him to establish the Marico Innovation Foundation (MIF) in 2003. MIF plays the role of a catalyst for innovation in India, through its awards scheme, as well as cutting edge research, knowledge creation and dissemination. He also launched ASCENT – Accelerating the Scaling up of Enterprises, to identify growth-stage entrepreneurs with potential, and support them on their journey to success.
Vishal Gupta is a Professor in the Organizational Behavior Area at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. His areas of research and teaching include leadership and organisational development, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, innovation management, ethics and justice. His research has been published in international and national journals of repute and has been covered by national dailies. His journey amalgamates human behaviour with the society's structures, ensuring his presence in governance and compliance in corporate. Vishal’s ‘Leadership Skills’ course on the Coursera platform has been subscribed by more than 100,000 individuals from around the world and has been ranked as the top 5 leadership courses. In recognition of his contribution and teaching, he was recognised with the ‘2023 Coursera Learners First Achievement Award’ in May 2023.
Daymond John, the embodiment of the American Dream, rose from humble origins to become a self-made multimillionaire, accumulating over $6 billion in global product sales. As a Shark on ABC’s hit show "Shark Tank," he sets benchmarks in fashion, branding, marketing, consulting, and entertainment, perpetually raising the bar of excellence.
A bestselling author and pioneering entrepreneurial expert, Daymond is a sought-after business and motivational speaker, leveraging over two decades of hands-on experience. From steering FUBU to a global fashion giant with $350 million annual sales to trailblazing guerrilla marketing and social media integration, his strategies remain cutting-edge.
Daymond imparts winning tactics on negotiation, sales, morale, productivity, and talent optimization, applicable across diverse businesses. His rags-to-riches journey and charismatic storytelling inspire audiences, emphasizing sacrifice, hard work, and perseverance as the key to success.
Country Manager, Board Director, Corporate Leader, Management Consultant, Global Goodwill Ambassador Almost 19 Years Experience in a wide range of business sectors from Investment Banking, Fund Management, Manufacturing, Telecom, Real Estate, Investment Promotion and General Business Consultancy covering areas across various business sectors. Lead an International Market Leader in Marine Products in Sri Lanka. Also hold Board Positions in two leading Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka namely the American Chamber of Commerce and European Chamber of Commerce.
Paul Dupuis is the founder and CEO of Take-5 Global K.K., a consultancy firm focused on business advisory, leadership development, and M&A in Japan and India. For more than twenty-five years, Paul has worked in several countries across Asia, helping leaders and their organizations grow and transform on a mission to be future-ready. Prior to this, Paul was CEO and Chairman of Randstad Japan, where he led one of the largest operating companies with 100 branches and 35,000 employees, helping it to achieve record profitability and exceptional revenue growth. Paul was also the head of Randstad India, where he led the remarkable turnaround of the company to become a leading player in the Indian market, and within Randstad globally. For his work, Paul was recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute as one of India’s Best Leaders in Times of Crisis in 2021.
Jonty Rhodes, the acclaimed South African cricketer famed for his exceptional fielding skills, stands out as the sole player in history to be honored with a "Man of the Match" award solely for fielding. Beyond his cricketing feats, Jonty has emerged as a sought-after Motivational Speaker. Leveraging his experiences, he imparts valuable principles cultivated throughout his illustrious career. Jonty's motivational talks are a testament to resilience, encouraging audiences to adopt a success-oriented mindset and prioritize holistic fitness, encompassing both body and mind.
Ranjani Mani, Director of Gen AI at Microsoft, spearheads transformative AI-driven outcomes for clients as part of the Global Black Bet team. With almost two decades of experience, she has been instrumental in building AI product platform capabilities for industry giants like VMWare, Dell, and Atlassian. In her previous role as head of Enterprise Analytics at Atlassian, Ranjani led a global AI team, collaborating with top-tier executives. Recognized as a Top Voice for Tech on LinkedIn in 2023, she actively mentors deep-tech startups and is part of the NASSCOM Deep-Tech Club. A TEDx and Keynote speaker, Ranjani is among the Top 100 AI Leaders' 22, acknowledged for her leadership in AI and analytics in India. Her podcast, "Generative AI and I," and her writings on technology and personal development further showcase her influential presence in the industry.
Lt Gen PG Kamath served in the Madras Regiment (Infantry), Indian Army for four decades and has active experience on all the frontiers of the country, both on the LOC & LAC, High altitude, deserts and in Counter Insurgency warfare. His last appointment was the Commandant of Army War College. He also served as the Defence Adviser to the High Commission of India in Malaysia and Brunei. He is a recipient of ‘The Param Vishist Seva Medal’, ‘Ati Vishist Seva Medal’, ‘Yuddh Seva Medal’ and ‘Sena Medal’ from the President of India. After his retirement from the Army, he served as the ‘Special Rapporteur of the ‘National Human Rights Commission’ for the South Zone from 2015 to 2018. General Kamath is a prolific writer and has read and written extensively on Tibet, China, and other contemporary issues.
Reena is a certified strengths coach with 23+ years of experience in Banking, ITES, Analytics, Telecom and Service industries. Her expertise lies in helping employees acquire and hone skills through bespoke learning interventions integrated with business outcomes and enabling business to build and strengthen talent pools to manage future growth plans. She has been working towards creating and implementing org wide learning strategy and partnering with industry leading learning service providers to co-create and deploy bespoke training interventions.
Randeep Singh Surjewala has played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of Haryana and the Indian National Congress. He was an MLA in the Haryana state legislature until 2019 and a former minister. He has held water supply and sanitation, parliamentary affairs, electronics and information technology, science and technology and public works portfolios as a minister in Haryana cabinet. He was also given the responsibility of Transport and Parliamentary Affairs and thus became the youngest minister in Haryana. With a background in law, Surjewala entered politics with a passion for public service.Known for his articulate communication skills, Surjewala has been a prominent spokesperson for the Indian National Congress, articulating the party's stance on various issues. With a deep understanding of socio-economic challenges, Surjewala continues to be a driving force for progressive change in the political arena.
Lieutenant General Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon, PVSM, UYSM, YSM, VSM (Retd), popularly known as ‘Tiny’ Dhillon, has a distinguished 39-year military career with over five tenures in Jammu and Kashmir and NorthEast, specializing in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism. Commanding the 15 Corps during the challenging Pulwama IED blast and the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A, he played a pivotal role in fostering peace in Kashmir. Superannuating as Director General, Defence Intelligence Agency, under the Chief of Defence Staff in January 2022, his strategic leadership spans military, intelligence, and crisis management. An alumnus of prestigious institutions, his expertise contributed to international military cooperation. As a bestselling author ('Kitne Ghazi Aaye Kitne Ghazi Gaye'), sought-after speaker on motivation, resilience and leadership, and a decorated veteran, his insights resonate globally.
Aarushi, an HR Professional, is impassioned by engineering inner transformation through scientific methodologies. She fervently believes in unlocking human potential through immeasurable transformative power, advocating for the unfolding of human genius. Her dedication lies in comprehending the science behind this potential and implementing scientific tools and processes to manifest this vision. Aarushi understands the pivotal role these techniques play in enhancing employee competence, growth, and overall well-being, crucially impacting a company's ROI. She envisions a world where individuals harness their limitless potential, fostering innovation even in the most cut-throat corporate environments globally. Aarushi's mission resonates with her belief in leveraging these tools to drive both personal and organizational evolution.
Nidhish Singh, VP and Head of Transformation at JP Morgan, is a multifaceted professional. Founding Finsapient Training & Research Institute in India and the UK, he's a qualified accountant and member of global bodies like CISI, ACCA, IPA, and IoD. His roles extend to mentoring at the National Entrepreneurship Network, serving as a Board Member at EDIIC, and advising the New York Institute of Finance. A PhD. scholar specializing in Private Equity and Indian Economics, Nidhish is a sought-after keynote speaker at universities globally. His mentorship spans hundreds of accounting professionals, teaching diverse subjects from audit to AI application in finance across leading business schools.
Richa brings forth 21 years of multifaceted experience encompassing advertising, brand communication, marketing, and sales within the telecom sector. Her professional journey has been enriched by a pivotal engagement in the realm of social impact, notably collaborating with CRY (Child Rights and You) in 2014, where she played a pivotal role in fundraising initiatives.
Richa embraced a purpose-driven path, founding Saarathee in 2018. With a visionary goal to showcase the positive business outcomes derived from the employment of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), Richa endeavors to transform PwDs into Professionals with Disabilities. Saarathee stands as a testament to her commitment to converge EdTech, Hiring, and Change Management, facilitating corporates in unlocking the untapped potential of PwDs. Her trajectory reflects a fusion of professional acumen and a passionate dedication to fostering inclusive workplaces for individuals with diverse abilities.
Anuradha Mishra is the Head of Talent, Learning, and Inclusion for Marsh McLennan's Global Inhouse Center, which includes Mercer and Marsh McLennan Global Services. With expertise in organizational development and talent management, she has worked on various projects such as change management, leadership development, employee engagement, and HR process design. Anuradha has a keen interest in change management during acquisitions, leadership readiness for future markets, and developing talent strategies for fast-paced organizations. She is known for her innovative thinking and has led the implementation of a groundbreaking career-based mobile application. Prior to her current role, Anuradha worked at Tata Strategic Management Group and BOC India, where she gained experience in HR functions, organization design, and talent acquisition. She holds a Masters degree in Management and a Bachelors degree in Law. Anuradha specializes in organization development, employee engagement, strategic HR, talent management, and HR process design.
Rishi, a B2B and B2C marketing expert, excels in building niche B2B digital marketing consulting services, seamlessly crafting sharp digital strategies for diverse business domains. He's adept at developing digital roadmaps, brand positioning, and messaging frameworks.
In B2B, Rishi demonstrates prowess in lead generation using a Multi-Channel Approach, primarily leveraging LinkedIn and executing Account Based Marketing Campaigns across Indian and US markets.
In B2C, he boasts a track record of constructing Multi-Million $ websites, attracting over 50M visitors and catering to 1M satisfied customers, yielding turnovers exceeding US$50M across 18+ years. Notably, Rishi achieves industry-leading conversion rates ranging from 2% to 5%. Additionally, he's proficient in managing vast merchandize portfolios comprising 15k - 25K SKUs across 100+ categories.
Himanshu, a versatile business transformer, thrives in diverse industries, displaying inspirational leadership and a knack for turning around challenging situations. Proficient in creating order from chaos, he excels in scaling operations from modest beginnings.
Having spent 20 years with Diversey and leading APAC business, he brings to fore a wealth of international business experience and cultural understanding. Being a part of the global Executive Committee, has dealt with formulating and actioning business strategy at global level.
His forte lies in a distinctive blend of robust business acumen and technical expertise across sectors and domains. Himanshu boasts experience in general management, leadership, talent management and Business strategy. He brings a wealth of experience and is adept at navigating and optimizing businesses across multiple domains with a talent for steering to success in complex environments.
Rohan Ghate is a trainer, speaker, educator, and the CEO of Mariners Kitchen - Institute of Maritime hospitality and the founder of The Super Sailor Academy and The Super Sailor Club. Rohan writes and speaks about ship life, careers at sea, customer service at sea, seafarer motivation and entertainment at sea. He has worked with Cruise liners like MSC, Jalesh Cruises, Cordelia Cruises and TUI Cruises and has helped hundreds of students join the cruise and merchant navy ship by training them with his dad Ramesh Ghate at his institute. He believes that books can change the world, and he uses it to inspire and empower young people through his workshop and and training sessions in schools, colleges and online as well. You can visit him at www.rohanghate.com.
10 years of leadership, strategy, and execution experience across performance marketing, program management, and marketing analytics. Proven track record of driving exceptional growth and efficiency improvements in diverse global settings. Adept at managing teams, driving innovative projects, and optimizing processes to achieve remarkable business outcomes. Strong ability to leverage data-driven insights to make informed decisions and enhance organizational performance. Committed to fostering team growth and individual development to achieve organizational goals.
Satish Kumar, a seasoned International Facilitator, Consultant, Executive Coach, and Lead Trainer based in New Delhi, boasts a rich professional journey spanning over 39 years. With a diverse background encompassing 20 years in sales & marketing leadership and the last 19 years devoted to coaching, training, and consulting, Satish has excelled in various domains. He has conducted impactful workshops on Leadership, Managerial Skills, Team Building, Motivation, and more for diverse industries globally. Satish, a certified Executive Coach (ICF), DiSC profiler, and MBTI Certified Coach, has left his mark on companies like Dabur, Vodafone, Coca-Cola, and Hero Motocorp, extending his expertise across India and international locations like South Korea, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia.
Pritha Dubey, an accomplished Sales, Negotiation & Leadership coach, empowers C-Suite executives, senior consultants, and women entrepreneurs through her 18 years of expertise in Banking, Financial Services, and Learning & Development. As the visionary behind SUCCESS VITAMIN, a transformative coaching & training academy, Pritha is dedicated to unearthing the potential within leaders and women entrepreneurs, fostering both financial and emotional abundance. Serving as a coaching partner to senior leaders in the Indian subcontinent & South Asia, she advocates for self-awareness to drive impactful life and business choices. Pritha's approach is characterized by simplicity, elegance, experiential learning, and a results-oriented focus. An esteemed Official Member of Forbes Coaches Council, she holds certifications in coaching, emotional intelligence, sales capacity assessment, and executive coaching from globally recognized institutions.
Mayanka is an Organisational Psychologist and Founder of Shhyfft Consulting Group. She partners with Boards, Promoters, Founders, CEOs and CXOs to help them identify and develop successful leadership teams.
Mayanka is driven by the purpose to identify and build effective leadership teams. She brings in her deep understanding of people, behaviours and culture to identify right fit that constitutes high performing top teams.
As Executive Coach, she blends the concepts of positive psychology with self discovery. She coaches senior leaders to uncover blind-spots, scale and advance leadership skills, develop a strategic mindset and align personal purpose with business results.
A life-long learner, Mayanka has Masters in Organisational and Social Psychology from London School of Economics, Masters in Management from Symbiosis and Bachelors in Mathematics.
Naresh Tanwami, a pioneering CIO, spearheads business growth via Digital Customer offerings, shaping robust value propositions in the Energy B2B market. Renowned for strategic Channel strategies and calculated risk-taking, he pioneers futuristic offerings and innovative business models, capitalizing on data and forging strategic partnerships.
With a global footprint, Naresh has overseen Enterprise applications encompassing ERP, CRM, and Data Analytics across strategic, tactical, and operational landscapes. A natural leader, he fosters leadership at all levels, seamlessly navigating from interns to CXOs.
An intrinsic Entrepreneur, Naresh boasts a seven-year entrepreneurial stint in his early career, infusing entrepreneurial spirit into every room he enters.
Colonel Rakesh, a seasoned Army veteran with 31 years of distinguished service, specializes in Human Resources, Career Development, Leadership, Training, and Mentoring. Transitioning from a robust military background, his fusion of expertise and Stoic philosophy distinguishes him as an exceptional coach. His leadership roles have seen him positively impact over 1200 mid and senior-level Army Officers. Rakesh's coaching prowess stems from his passion for Stoicism and navigating VUCA environments, offering effective Leadership and Career Coaching services honed by real-world experiences. His unique blend of military proficiency and philosophical insight empowers individuals to excel in today's dynamic business landscape.
Vikas Jain is an International speaker, author, expert, and authority on “What Top 1% Do Differently”. While working with IBM & McAfee, Vikas discovered unique insights about "Top 1%" and created “Vikas World-Class Quadrant”, showing how “Popularity" and “Performance” as axes, unleash a secret 1% zone of industry. He denied an offer from Microsoft to share these insights with the world. With unique research and insights on Top 1% Strategy, Popularity attained through Personal branding and high-performance through "Deep transformative mind of 1% leaders", Vikas' consulting has helped executives and professionals achieve three-digit growth.
Vikas founded "Vikas Jain International" an agency into offering strategic consulting and personal branding services to help clients attain the Top 1% status. With 18+ years of industry experience, Vikas has delivered 400+ inspiring keynotes & workshops for global organizations including Yamaha, Dell, McAfee, Haier, featured on Josh Talks, Speaking Tree.
A versatile and transformative news personality with over two decades of experience, Navika Kumar is a name to reckon with in News Broadcasting in India. Navika leads the editorial mandate of Times Now Navbharat. Under her leadership, the Hindi news channel has built a strong affinity with the viewers and advertisers alike, within a year of its launch. In her role as the Group Editor of Times Network, Navika drives the Political Reporting strategy for the Network’s news brands and its digital entity. An integral part of the Network’s flagship brand, TIMES NOW since inception, Navika anchors the primetime show ‘The Newshour’ @ 9 pm & the popular interview format show ‘Frankly Speaking’ on the channel.
With over 18 years of robust expertise in IT service management, advisory consulting, service integration, and automation, Mohit is seasoned professional known for designing and implementing strategic solutions for global clients spanning diverse industries, including Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, Retail, BFSI, Telecommunications, and Midstream Petroleum services. His leadership skills are underscored by a profound understanding of technology evolution, enabling him to deliver impactful business outcomes. His career is marked by a knack for establishing strategic relationships with customers, fostering collaboration, and spearheading the execution of business-aligned technology roadmaps. He brings a wealth of experience to the table, driving innovation and excellence in every endeavor.
Rakesh Singh has been working in field of Public Health for 18 years. He had an internal inclination towards contributing his part for inspiring people towards Life and Career. His inclination got intensified with observations & experiences around him, when he sees people, especially young generation and children, falling prey to negative thoughts, suicide attempts, disappointment and depression in Life. It put him in a thought process to do something to mitigate such incidences, and to have his thoughts and views wide spread to large number of people around the Globe. He decided to start a new journey of life by sharing his thoughts, views and experiences to motivate, inspire and infuse enthusiasm to his audience. He strongly believes that everyone has inner power to inspire and motivate oneself, what people like him could to just to CATALYZE this inner strength “LET US CELEBRATE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GIFT – LIFE”
Sarita Rochwani, an executive coach based in Bangalore, India, is deeply committed to leadership development and team effectiveness. With qualifications as a CA and CPA, she leverages nearly two decades of diverse leadership experience in her coaching practice. Sarita believes in the inherent greatness within each individual and sees life as a realm of endless possibilities. She collaborates with clients to uncover and create new possibilities, emphasizing the profound impact of daily practices on personal growth. Passionate about serving ambitious professionals seeking increased self-awareness, clarity, and alignment, Sarita views coaching as a transformative tool capable of driving systemic change and fostering sustainable results. To her, coaching represents a dynamic learning technology that empowers individuals to achieve positive and lasting transformation in both their personal and professional lives.
Mr. Suman Ghose is an alumnus of IIT Kharagpur & IIM Bangalore. As founder of Inroads Leadership Development, Suman has developed robust strategies for growth, delivered powerful professional development keynotes and programs that drive positive team culture and employee wellbeing. He has coached and trained numerous senior management people and executive Leadership. He is a coach & trainer for World Health Organization, part of the United Nations. Suman is coauthor of the best-selling book on Emotional Intelligence titled "From Command to Empathy - Using EQ in the age of Disruption". Suman’s focus areas are Emotional Intelligence and Mindfulness, High Performance Mindset, Psychological Safety and Leadership. Suman has spent over two decades in some of the world’s top Multinational companies such as Cadbury’s, Intel, Philips and PwC.
Vinita Bali is a distinguished business leader known for her success in India and internationally. With significant roles at multinational companies like The Coca-Cola Company and Cadbury Schweppes PLC, she has expertise in marketing and general management across regions including the UK, Nigeria, South Africa, Latin America, and the USA. Notably, at The Coca-Cola Company, she doubled brand growth and served as President of the Andean Division. In 2005, she became MD & CEO of Britannia Industries Ltd., where she diversified the geographic and product portfolio, promoted health initiatives, and quadrupled revenue. Vinita is a sought-after speaker at international forums and has received numerous awards for her leadership and business contributions.
Breaking Barriers through Entrepreneurship: This 23-year-old tricked fate to build a Rs 50-crore company, Bollant Industries. He was the first international blind student to pursue engineering at MIT and was the first visually challenged student in India permitted to study science beyond grade 10. As a passionate learner, dynamic leader and social entrepreneur, Srikanth leads his team to create eco-friendly, sustainable paper products while employing persons with various abilities. Srikanth is a sought-after motivational keynote speaker who has been associated with organizations like Lead India Foundation 2030, Samanvai Centre for Children with Multiple Disabilities, and Surge Impact Foundation. In 2017, Forbes Asia had named him in the 30 under 30 List of Emerging Entrepreneurs under the age of 30. He has received numerous prestigious awards from various organizations.
Aman Gupta, the visionary behind boAt, known for his compelling storytelling skills, Aman offers valuable leadership insights, underscoring his role in steering India's cherished Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brand, boAt. He identified and disrupted a segment that had not been touched by any entrepreneur before and contributed to India's growth. boAt manufactures affordable gadgets for consumers from all backgrounds. Aman achieved an extraordinary milestone by gracing the Cannes Film Festival's red carpet—an accolade that distinguishes his entrepreneurial journey. Aman had the rare privilege of accompanying Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a historic visit to France, where he addressed the Indo-French CEO Forum and shared insights into Indian startups and the "Make In India" campaign. His participation alongside established business leaders signals the growing recognition of the entrepreneurial spirit in India. Aman also shares his expertise as a judge on Sony TV's Shark Tank India, contributing to leadership, and customer satisfaction.
Siddharth has donned multiple hats in the education sector, managing public relations, event ideation, program marketing, skill development, language training programs and improving early childhood education in Affordable Private Schools (APS). He has solid expertise in sourcing talent, building teams, leading operations, and project delivery. Currently, he works as the Vice President- Experience & Operations for Vani.coach, a tech-powered skill development startup.
His authored bylines have featured in The Times of India, Assam Tribune and several management periodicals of ICFAI University Press and others. He has been quoted in the Deccan Herald for his expertise in leadership profile development. His books “IT’S OFFICIAL, STUPID” and “Bihar ki Beti” have been widely appreciated for bringing out strong social messages around gullibility in people.
Neelima is an ICF certified coach and a facilitator for the global initiative - I Am Remarkable. She has been listed as the top 100 most influential coaching leaders in India (2023) by the World HRD Congress. In addition to coaching she serves on the Board of a non-profit. She works with clients globally across APAC, US, and Middle East from a range of industries, like IT, banks, consulting, ecommerce, FMCG, oil, telecom etc. She works with emerging leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs on assertion and persuasion techniques which helps them articulate and express their ideas and thoughts with clarity. With 23+ years of experience working in global organizations and various leadership roles, Neelima brings together her corporate experience and coaching expertise to help leaders enhance their capacity and effectiveness by managing self and others better.
Disrupting the Fintech Space:
Ashneer built the largest offline merchant network in India, BharatPe, by making mobile payments acceptance free and ubiquitous. He also help build 'Grofers' as core team member along with the founders. He led Finance, Legal and B2G and raised US$ 170 mn from Softbank, Tiger, Sequoia and Yuri Milner. He is also a jury member on Shark Tank India and an active investor in the Indian startup landscape. The success of his companies is a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit. He is also the author of the book, 'Doglapan'.
Reshmma is an ICF PCC Women Leadership Coach. Specialized in Leadership Communication and Mindfulness. Awarded as one of the best out of 101 coaches in India in 2019. She partners with women to co-create roadmap for their next level career acceleration/career management plan, transition seamlessly to senior leadership roles and be a magnificent leader. She helps leaders navigate their leadership journey through mindfulness leadership to be more agile and stable in adversities and disruptions. Reclaim their power back & live life on your own terms with more success.
As the first and highest-ranking female officer in the national police force, Kiran Bedi earned a reputation for being tough yet innovative on the job. Her efforts to prevent crime, reform prisons, end drug abuse, and support women’s causes earned her a Roman Magsaysay Award, the Asian equivalent of the Nobel Prize. Bedi also served as a police adviser to the UN Secretary General. Bedi earned recognition for the work she did as inspector general of prisons in 1994. In that capacity she reshaped one of the largest prisons in the world—the Tihar prison complex by addressing the corruption and human rights abuses she found there. She has never failed to shine light upon the gravity of the topic of women empowerment in her speeches, webinars, or counseling sessions. Her life incidents have shaped her into becoming an exemplary leader that she is today.
“Quot Rami Tot Arbores”
“As many branches, so many trees”
With a strong foundation built on the above motto, Mainak is passionate about helping individuals, teams and organization be successful. Mainak is able to help people build on their core strengths through coaching and planned interventions.
As a coach, Mainak is known for connecting with clients across levels and working towards the desired outcomes. He is able to draw upon his extensive professional experience to add the practical elements into his assignments – helping people relate to the desired outcomes. His client list includes some of the industry majors – one of the big four consulting firms; one of the world's largest insurance company; a world leading enterprise resource planning and services firm; a leading European telecommunication firm; leading non-banking financial firm; and leading human resources consulting firm.
Marut stands out as a distinguished speaker and facilitator in leadership development, driven by a vision to revolutionize the corporate landscape into one characterized by compassion, mindfulness, and efficiency. With a focus on instilling empathy, trust, and selfless dedication, Marut specializes in pioneering strategies for compassionate leadership, fostering psychological safety, building trust in teams, facilitating courageous conversations, promoting selfless leadership, and integrating mindfulness practices. His transformative impact spans Fortune 500 companies, where he has conducted sessions reaching thousands across sectors, contributing significantly to the cultural shift towards more humane and effective work environments.
Deepak, a distinguished technocrat, earned accolades as a Top 10 Agropreneur in 2019 and a Technology Pioneer in 2018 by the World Economic Forum. Leading Digi Agri, he employs cutting-edge technologies like Machine Learning, Blockchain, and IoT to enhance farmer productivity globally. His initiatives have significantly boosted farmer income and sustainability while reducing cultivation costs. As a member of the World Economic Forum's Expert Panel on Digital Transformation, Deepak advises private and public organizations on agriculture and technology. A renowned speaker, he has graced esteemed events like the Global Agriculture Summit in Greece and the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of Champions. Additionally, Deepak is a published author on Business and Technology, further solidifying his influence and expertise in the field.
Dr. Meeran is an Indian Police Service Officer (Maharashtra Cadre-1981 batch). She was the Director General, Bureau of Police Research and Development, Director General of National Crime Records Bureau, Chief of Maharashtra Prison Department, Commissioner of Police in Pune, Chief of Crime Branch Mumbai and also the Deputy Commissioner of Police Mumbai. She also worked in Economic Offences and Anti-corruption wings of CBI. The first woman District Police Chief in Maharashtra (Aurangabad-Satara districts), Dr. Borwankar received her Doctorate in Organizational Management from Pune University and is a Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow from University of Minnesota USA. A Law graduate, she was an Independent External Monitor (IEM) for Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, Gas Authority of India and Air India. Currently she is IEM for the Union Bank of India (UBI) and National Aluminum Company Ltd. (NALCO). As an empowered woman, she is on a mission to motivate and empower women.
An award-winning thought leader, certified NLP, mindfulness, happiness and life wisdom coach, Sriram promotes the role of human-first and is on a mission to help companies create happy, holistic, human-centric workplaces. Sriram has deep experience as a Productivity LEAP Expert and is challenging age-old processes and skill-centered competency frameworks by fostering psychological safety. His novel, science-backed, human-first approach can radically transform the world of work, beating burnout and enhancing productivity. He brings this research into practical and actionable strategies that drive mindset shifts and behavioral change in a systemic way. He has been Featured in TEDx, NASSCOM, Great Places to Work, NHRD, AMCHAM, Top 50 Leaders in South India, Economic Times, People Matters, Habit Coach Podcast, and more.
Ajai is a seasoned executive and an ICF-accredited Leadership and Executive Coach, harnessing 45 years of diverse leadership experience. As a coach with IMD Business School, Switzerland, and a certified coach with John Maxwell Team, Ajai brings a wealth of knowledge to his clients. With over 3000 coaching hours, he's a leading executive coach in India, focusing on Leadership, Strategy, and Sales Coaching. Ajai has transformed major corporations like Deloitte and Adobe Systems, enhancing their sales skills and performance. A decorated military veteran and corporate leader at NIIT Ltd, Ajai's multifaceted journey makes him an influential global coaching expert, celebrated with awards like the 'Dr. Marshall Goldsmith Achievement in Coaching' and 'Best in Class Leadership Coach.' Ajai's impact extends to hosting the "Leadershift" radio show, reaching 150 countries, solidifying his legacy in leadership development. His training, consulting, and executive coaching services help improve sales performance and deliver results.
Tina Vinod is the visionary behind Diversity Simplified, pioneering high-impact Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategies. With over seven years in DEI leadership and 22+ years of total experience, she simplifies complex DEI practices, focusing on amplifying marginalized voices. Specializing in intersectional DEI, she drives Gender Equity, Social Inclusion, Disability Inclusion, and LGBTQ+ initiatives. Tina's career boasts award-winning DEI programs, earning recognition as a trailblazer. She's lauded as a DEI champion and advocate for holistic organizational transformation. Her expertise spans workshops, talks, and consultancy, emphasizing actionable DEI solutions. As a published author and Belonging Advocate, Tina's innovative approach resonates globally, aligning organizations with progressive DEI practices.
Gladson Joshua is also an International Certified Career Coach (via Career Development Alliance) and holds several certifications across the IT, Services, and Non-Profit sectors.Gladson's public-spirited endeavours helped him co-found Cross Global, a non-profit organization that strives to protect the most vulnerable from contemporary slavery in India. The NGO works closely with the State and Central governments to rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking. Cross Global has multiple ongoing humanitarian projects that span vital areas such as building awareness, facilitating education and development of skills, promoting fruitful policies, and more.
Sudakshina is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience in managing people and stakeholders domestically and internationally. Specializing in Stakeholder Management, Leadership Hiring, Organization Restructuring, and Rightsizing, she also excels in HR Partnering, Organization Diagnostics, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Learning Hierarchy, Campus Program Management, and Expatriate Program Management. Certified as a Professional CoActive Coach, she brings a unique blend of leadership and coaching skills to her roles. With a career spanning prestigious organizations like HDFC ERGO General Insurance and ILFS Group, Sudakshina has held significant leadership positions, including President & CHRO and Chief Human Resources Officer. Her dynamic leadership and strategic expertise have contributed to the success and growth of various organizations across different sectors, making her a valuable asset in the field of Human Resources.
Gurcharan Das is an author, management guru and public intellectual, known for a much-acclaimed trilogy on the classical Indian ideal of life's goals. He graduated in philosophy with honors (phi beta kappa) from Harvard University and later attended Harvard Business School (AMP) where he is featured in three case studies. He was CEO of Procter and Gamble India and Managing Director, Procter and Gamble Worldwide (Strategic Planning). He is a speaker to some of the world's largest corporations.
With over 45 years in HR leadership am currently serving as Advisor to CEO and MD Group Human Resources, Larsen and Toubro. At LandT, he has contributed by conceptualizing and implementing a Performance Management System called FAIR, developing a high potential programme with over 19000 assessments of leaders in 2 decades and several other first of the kind HR Policies. He was recently felicitated with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2021.
Manoj Kohli, the Former Country Head at SoftBank India, is a dynamic leader with a stellar track record of driving success across diverse sectors. Instrumental in supporting SoftBank Group, SoftBank Vision Fund, and over 20 portfolio companies, including OLA, OYO, and Paytm, his exceptional leadership and customer-centric approach have been pivotal in fostering growth. Previously, as the CEO and Managing Director of Bharti Airtel, Manoj transformed the company from serving 2 million to over 400 million customers, showcasing an unwavering commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. His visionary leadership scaled Bharti Airtel's India operations by 100x before undertaking international responsibilities for 20 countries. Passionate about industry transformations, Manoj extends his expertise to guide entrepreneurs and CEOs, addressing growth challenges and executing profitable strategies, establishing him as a transformative force in the business landscape.
Formalizing Fast-food:
Venkatesh Iyer's journey is nothing short of phenomenal, transitioning from corporate to being an entrepreneur. He is the founder of Goli Vada Pav, an Indian fastfood restaurant chain with the goal of selling hygienically prepared food with an authentic touch since 2004. It was hailed as the Most Admired Food Chain of Indian Origin and presented with the Golden Spoon Award by Coca-Cola. It currently operates in over 100 cities with over 300 stores. The expert is also a speaker and an author and has delivered more than 250 talks in India and abroad at various large entrepreneurial summits and business schools like Harvard, IMD Switzerland, ISB Hyderabad, etc. From finance to food, with over 15 years of experience in corporate finance and investment banking, Iyer has been helping entrepreneurs translate ideas into story boards using critical thinking, imagination, communication, and raising funds for them.
Divyanshu Ganatra is a multifaceted professional, excelling as a diversity and inclusion expert, clinical psychologist, educator, and avid researcher. He holds the distinction of being India's first solo blind pilot, mountaineer, trekker, scuba diver, and marathon runner. He also embarked on a groundbreaking journey as the first blind pillion cyclist to navigate from Manali to Khardung La, the world's highest motorable road. His extensive career spans a wide range of passions, including human potential optimization, rational thinking, positive psychology, IT for empowerment, personality development, counseling, psychometric assessment, and scientific exploration. As a globally recognized speaker, Divyanshu is celebrated for his insights on leadership, inclusion, and innovation. His inspirational story serves as a testament to being resilient, overcoming attitudinal barriers and stereotypes to achieve remarkable feats, including becoming the first blind Indian to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest freestanding mountain globally.
W V. Raman is an all rounder in every sense of the term. He is a former cricketer who played for India between 1988 to 1996. He displayed multi faceted talent after retiring from active cricket by donning different roles as a commentator, columnist and a coach. He also spent 17 years of his life working in the Corporate sector. In addition, he is also a polyglot with a flair for expressing his views in a captivating manner. He also authored a book titled "The Winning Sixer" that was published in 2020.
He was also the Head Coach of the India U-19, India A teams on several occasions. His final assignment was as the Head Coach of the Indian Women's cricket team. His coaching career is embellished by a very successful track record in terms of titles and blossoming of several individual cricketers.
Naina Lal Kidwai has successfully broken the glass ceiling, with many firsts to her credit – from being the first Indian woman MBA from Harvard Business School to the first woman to head a private sector/foreign bank in India and the first woman to be elected as President of India’s leading national industry association, FICCI, in 86 years. She is Chairman of Advent Private Equity India Advisory board; a Non-Executive Director on the boards of LafargeHolcim, Max Financial Services and CIPLA; India Advisory Council member of the U.S. -India Business Council; and Past President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). She has led investment banking at Morgan Stanley and was Executive Director on the board of HSBC Asia-Pacific, Chairman HSBC India and CEO in India. She talks passionately about the participation of women in decision-making, encouraging women entrepreneurship and change transformation.
Rajnish Kumar, the former Chairman of India's largest bank, the State Bank of India, has been a pivotal figure in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. His illustrious career commenced as a Probationary Officer in a small Uttar Pradesh town in 1980, where he confronted local mafias and formidable trade unions, setting the stage for his unwavering dedication.
An advocate for technological innovation, Rajnish Kumar spearheaded the ascent of SBI YONO, propelling it into the upper echelons of top fintech and lifestyle apps. His visionary leadership redefined processes, facilitating the provision of pre-approved loans through astute data analytics, while significantly enhancing the bank's digital lending portfolio.
Rajnish Kumar's indomitable spirit and technological acumen have left an enduring impact on the BFSI sector, driving its digital transformation and guiding it towards a dynamic, technology-driven future.
Swati is working as Group Vice President, Marketing and Communications with The Raintree Group which is committed to tackling India’s chronic social issues through a hybrid model of a socially conscious investing arm and a private philanthropic foundation. Swati is a storyteller and a marketing communications strategy professional. She comes with an experience of over 26 years in corporate relations, branding, internal and external communications, and market creation expertise in diverse fields such as Engineering, Technology, Retail and Auto. She was the chief communications and brand officer at the Bajaj Group in her last stint. In her prior roles, Swati served as Vice President, Corporate Communications at General Motors India and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at CK Birla Group. She was also Vice President of Corporate Relations, Public Affairs and Branding at Ingersoll Rand India.
Rajyeshwari Ghosh, a soulful explorer, embraces life's spectrum with openness and authenticity. With over 18 years of global Industry and Consulting experience spanning the USA, India, Bangladesh, and Singapore, she embodies a profound understanding of diversity and self-evolution. Transitioning from corporate life to her practice, Rajyeshwari infuses her work with multidisciplinary research and the Quantum paradigm, integrating ancient wisdom into modern contexts. Living holistically, she advocates mindfulness towards people and the planet, fostering relationships built on trust and transparency. Rajyeshwari's innovative ideas, including a top 10 recognition in the PwC India Consulting Innovation Challenge, underscore her commitment to fresh thinking. Her expertise encompasses Quantum Paradigm, Systems Thinking, Leadership Development, Applied Spiritual & Emotional Wisdom, Entrepreneurship, Blockchain, and Business Intelligence, shaping her role as a speaker and consultant globally.
Bestselling Management Author, World's no 4 HR Instructor as per the ranking of UDEMY. Around 13 plus years of experience in Global (India, US, Europe, and UK) HR Practice and Policies, Learning and Development, People Development, Analysis, Compensation and Payroll, Compliance, Resource Allocation/Planning, Recruitment, Organizational Development, Performance Management, Team building, HRMS, Incident-Workforce Management, Automation, CSR and Digital Marketing. Managed and delivered different sessions/seminars/workshops on Communication, Leadership, Process, Self-Management, and Motivation.
Monica, a seasoned global product management expert, has 20+ years of experience across four continents, excelling in prioritizing consumer needs with strong commercial and technological skills. Her impactful product launches have made her a recognized thought leader and speaker at international fintech and product management conferences. Leading cross-functional teams for Fortune 500 and emerging startups, Monica manages areas such as Product Management, Business Development, UX Design, Engineering, Marketing, Legal, and Operations. Holding degrees in mathematics and computer science, she passionately advocates for workplace diversity, supporting causes like #WomenAtWork, #Girls4Tech, and STEM. Globally recognized as a top influencer, Monica holds positions in the Onalytica Top 50 Fintech Influencers List, Women in Finance Power 100, and Fintech Finance GOLD Power List. Her accolades include being named among the "Top 50 coolest women in Product" by Inc42, one of the Top 3 Fintech Influencers in Asia, and a Yourstory 100 Digital Influencer (2020).
With over two decades of global experience in strategic business partnering and HR operational excellence, Ruchira Garg is a seasoned HR leader known for driving people strategy for large, diverse teams. She has a proven track record of setting up, scaling, and transforming HR functions and processes, delivering business and cultural change, operational effectiveness, and improved outcomes. As the former VP - HR at GreyOrange, Ruchira led global HR portfolios, partnering with the leadership team to execute strategies in multi-cultural, multi-geo contexts. Recognized as one of the top HR leaders by the World HRD Congress, she is also a certified independent director. Passionate about sharing insights, Ruchira frequently speaks at prestigious forums and conferences, and is an active blogger, storyteller, author, and podcaster on topics related to HR, leadership, culture, and diversity.
Meleveetil Damodaran is a career civil servant with Indian Central and State governments and has in a career spanning over 40 years worked in roles related to regulatory bodies, investment institutions, banks, development financial institutions and with the private sector. He has held regulatory and developmental positions in the Government and in India's financial sector before demitting office as Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). His other roles include Chairman, RBI Comittee, Chairman, IDBI, and Chairman, Unit Trust of India.
Tapan Singhel has a rich experience in the insurance industry of more than 25 years and has been heading Bajaj Allianz General Insurance for 7 years. He has won numerous accolades, to name a few, Personality of the Year at the India Insurance Summit and Awards 2019, 22nd Asia Insurance Industry Awards 2018 and Indian Insurance Summit 2017. He has been featured as a LinkedIn Top Voice in India consecutively for the past two years. He has also been recognized as the Most Promising Business Leaders of Asia at The Economic Times Global Business Summit 2018.
Lalita is Global Technology and Business Leader with a sharp focus towards Lean Development and Business Value via Innovation, Design Thinking, User Centricity, Strategic Consulting and People Development. Well reputed Agile Influencer, Transformation Coach and Speaker in many Global conferences. Lalita brings fundamental solutions to complex situations and works easily with the Global talent pool. She is highly passionate about bringing people-centric development and purpose-driven change that sticks to the organization and evolves organically.
Hormazd Mistry, ATD Master Trainer™, is the Founder of Sarosh Consulting and the CEO of ROI Institute India. He is a renowned industry expert with over two decades of experience in executive development programs. He has received some top industry accolades:
He has been a part of the executive development community and has worked for multinational organizations, leading teams across geographies. Hormazd’s executive development programs focus on improving productivity and efficiency while yielding desired business outcomes and bringing positive ROI.
Sandeep Nath is best defined as an Inner Power Coach because his interventions result in people rising to - and sustaining - higher potential. His speaking style quickly engages audiences and individuals to change and think differently. Participants in his events feel compelled to take action. He is a master in establishing the link of health, purpose and productivity with the energy required of a leader and he makes managers self-motivated to use this energy to decrease stress, increase customer delight, empower teams and improve work-life. His second book titled RENEWAL is about elevating human consciousness through small changes in individual habits. His RENEWALism Show ran 36 daily episodes viewed by over 60,000 people online in its first season. Sandeep collaborates with a wide range of global organizations and provides them with a competitive edge based on his unique understanding of how the world works.
With over 25 years of experience in corporate communications, Meera champions the pivotal role of strategic communication in leadership. She offers expert guidance on various facets including content, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and investor relations. Through workshops focusing on content strategy, pitching, science communication, storytelling, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), sustainability, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), Meera nurtures leadership skills. Meera's expertise extends to coaching CEOs, CXOs, women leaders, and entrepreneurs in effective leadership communication. Her diverse clientele spans industries such as chemicals, agrochemicals, telecom, IT, biotech, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, education, energy, oil and gas, agrotech, biochemistry, and nonprofits. Grounded in extensive real-world experience, her insights offer practical solutions tailored to the unique challenges of each sector.
Maj Gen Neeraj Bali, Sena Medal, a distinguished Indian Army veteran and corporate professional, brings a wealth of experience to organizational culture transformation. Commissioned in 1978, he served over 37 years as an infantry officer, contributing significantly in J&K and various border regions. Gen Bali commanded a Rashtriya Rifles Battalion during heightened terrorism, earning the Sena Medal. Post-retirement, he excelled as CEO of a leading Engineering PMC Company, doubling its revenue in two years. His leadership extended to a rural education Society overseeing 92 schools. An acclaimed author, his book, "The Winning Culture," delves into lessons from the Indian Army. As a certified Life and Leadership Coach, professional speaker, and management advisor, Gen Bali imparts his expertise globally, addressing prestigious forums and institutions on organizational culture, leadership, and competitive intelligence.
Henna Sharma is a beacon of empowerment as the founder and Chief Happiness Officer of www.hopeandhappinesscoach.com. Accredited by the International Coach Federation as an ACC life Coach with a specialization in Happiness, she radiates positivity and inspiration. As a "Heal Your Life" workshop Leader and motivational Speaker, Henna empowers individuals to unlock their true potential and embrace joy in every aspect of life. Her passion for spreading positivity extends to conducting workshops on positive thinking, creating happy workplaces, and empowering teens through playful learning experiences. Despite juggling multiple roles as a successful businesswoman, devoted mother of two daughters, and trusted mentor to clients worldwide, Henna remains dedicated to uplifting others. Her impactful work has garnered recognition from various magazines, leading newspapers, and prestigious awards, solidifying her reputation as a catalyst for positive change and empowerment.
With 16+ years of expertise as a motivational speaker, corporate trainer, and leadership coach, Dr. Ujjwal Patni is the luminary behind BusinessJeeto, an online platform offering courses for personal, business, and public excellence. An internationally acclaimed author of 7 motivational books, translated into 14 languages with over 1 million copies sold in 18 countries, Dr. Patni passionately inspires individuals to realize their full potential. Having delivered seminars and training programs to over 1 million people across 100+ cities globally, he covers diverse topics, including power thinking and network marketing. Hosting "The Ujjwal Patni Show" online, he's earned recognition as one of the top ten Indian thinkers and boasts multiple awards, including three Guinness World Records and the Kamal Patra award.
"Thoughts drive action ". Elenchus is the methodology of questioning and discuss to get deeper insights, clarity and drive action for transformation and change. This method was made popular by Socrates. I bring forth questions, insights and perspectives which urge listener to think, seek and gain insight. As a trainer, Coach, moderator, panelist, seminar and workshop moderator I have really enjoyed and have been successfully recieved by my audience. Certified ICC coach , globally certified on various tools, over 10,000 hours of training and coaching experience.
With over 21 years of progressive HR leadership, Shobha Pandey is a seasoned expert in Talent Acquisition, Management, Diversity and Inclusion, and Performance Management. Her VUCA-ready approach to HR has led to transformative strategies, driving organizational success. Shobha excels in providing strategic insights, conceptual thinking, and executing large-scale HR initiatives. Her leadership within the HR domain extends to conceptualizing, implementing, and managing programs that accelerate business goals. At John Deere, she pioneered leadership effectiveness programs, workforce optimization, and diversity initiatives, showcasing her ability to navigate complex organizational challenges. Shobha's expertise in HR generalist skills and organizational development enables her to mentor management teams on complex issues, guiding them towards HR transformation. As an Advisory Board Member and ICC Co-Chair, she continues to contribute her expertise to academic and professional development initiatives, shaping the future of HR practices.
Jaideep Gandhi is the Chairman for Knowledge Seminars at The Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI). He is the Consulting Editor at DNA Real Estate and a honorary treasurer at International Advertising Association,India Chapter(IAA). Apart from this, JAideep is the Chairman and Director of Jaya Advertising (P) Ltd.
Sachin heads Learning and Development function at Forbes Marshall. In addition, Sachin heads HR function of the Core Business Group of Forbes Marshall. For over six decades, Forbes Marshall has been building steam engineering and control instrumentation solutions that work for the process industry. Today Forbes Marshall has evolved into a leader in process efficiency and energy conservation through technology tie-ups and focused investments in manufacturing and research.
With 22 years of diverse experience spanning various industries and corporations of varying sizes, she has cultivated a strong reputation through her expertise in research, training, design, facilitation, coaching, consulting, and project and customer accounts management. Additionally, her entrepreneurial venture, Titlee, an Art Cafe specializing in handmade home and office decor accessories, further underscores her creative acumen and business acumen. Her multifaceted career has generated significant value through personalized, group, and large-scale interactions across both corporate and non-corporate spheres. Her engagements touch upon critical aspects of individual and organizational development, including career advancement, values alignment, cultural integration, growth strategies, purpose-driven initiatives, goal setting, leadership development, teamwork enhancement, motivational strategies, effective communication, and behavioral dynamics, among others.
Mr. Bidani, a pioneer in diversity and inclusion (D&I), is India's first Senior HR Leader, Culture Change Consultant, and Inclusion Champion with a disability (PwD). With over 25 years of experience, he has played pivotal roles as CHRO and Regional Global Executive - HR at IBM India / South Asia, as well as CHRO for AMERICAN EXPRESS and KPMG INDIA/Middle East. As a co-founder of Saarathee, a CRM company with a workforce of over 90% PwDs, he drives inclusive workplaces. A mentor for the Telangana AI Mission and NASSCOM, he's a prominent keynote speaker on key D&I topics at global conferences like IQPC Singapore, American India Foundation Livelihoods Program, Project Management Institute, SHRM, SHRM Tech, and MDRT Dubai Global Conferences. Holding an engineering degree and a management degree from Cornell University, Mr. Bidani continues to reshape the D&I landscape, serving as an inspiring beacon for all.
Dr.Mahesh Gupta, a first generation entrepreneur, is known worldwide for revolutionizing the water purification industry in India. He is the Founder-Chairman of Kent RO Systems Ltd., India’s leading water Purifier Company. Dr. Gupta, is an IIT graduate from Kanpur in Mechanical Engineering and Post Graduate in Petroleum Conservation from IIP, Dehradun. He began his early career in 1978 with prestigious IOCL, and later ventured into entrepreneurship in 1988. He has been conferred upon with an honorary doctorate degree by Sri Sri University, for the work done by him in providing clean water to urban and rural areas. Dr. Gupta has recently adopted 8 backward villages with a commitment to provide clean water and build toilets, for improving conditions of sanitation. He also takes out time to guide young minds through guest lectures and entrepreneurship development programs.
Major (Retd) Gaurav Arya is the consulting editor for strategic affairs with Republic TV, on defense, national security and strategy. A former Indian army officer, he served in the army from 1993 to 1999 and was attached to the Kumaon Regiment. He is a public speaker and talks about defense, leadership, motivation, team building, strategic affairs, national security and capability building. He is often seen on prime-time TV debates and has also spoken at various TED Talks (TEDx).
Global MBA in Technology Mgmt and `Stanford Certified Program Manager' with about 25 years of IT and IT Services experience across multi Domain, Technologies, Practices, Functions and Geos. A versatile leader with new Technologies experience needed for Commercial IT, Enterprise IT and IT Services to run in unconventional ways required for the much-changed markets. Technologies: Lead Design, Engineering, Delivery, Technical Support and Transformations across all IT Infra, Products and Applications, Cloud, Data Center, SaaS, Site Reliability Engineering, Devops.
Arun Krishnamurthy is the founder of the Environmentalist Foundation of India (E.F.I), a wildlife conservation and habitat restoration group responsible for restoring 107 freshwater bodies across 14 states in the country by 2019. Arun is an alumnus of the Madras Christian College, the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, and UNESCO IHE. Arun has spoken at various universities, corporate events, and 12 TEDx events. Topics covered by Arun include Wildlife, Water, Environment, India's traditional water management, People and conservation, Public mobilization for nation-building, Youth motivation for conservation, and more. Arun is a Rolex Laureate of 2012, Jane Goodall Global Youth Leadership Awardee, British Council Climate Champion Excellence Award, and more. His passion towards the environment is not only inspirational but also drives everyone around him to strive towards a greener and sustainable tomorrow.
Experienced and Strong healthcare services professional with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) focused in Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management from AFMC Pune, with a background of working in the largest health care industry. Dr. Shashikant Sharma is a professor at Armed Forces Medical College. He missions to achieve top leadership positions in Health Care Organisations by Leveraging Performances of People and Technology thus creating Service Excellence and Differentiated Value for consumers in turn creating a Huge Social Impact.
A Mother of two, Author, Blogger, Women Empower believer, Dreamer , Creator and a futurist An Agile Evangelist and a Program Manager spearheading Digital transformation programs for a Fortune 10 organization in healthcare and transportation domain Leading Agile Community Of Practice with Capgemini 546 members, across 40 countries evangelizing Agile practices across all levels in the organization Speaker for national and International conferences on IoT, Agile and Project Management Counted in the 51 most influential women in India - by BrijBhoomi Foundation.
Amitesh Sinha, a seasoned finance professional with over a decade of global experience, leads the Corporate Venture Capital & Vedanta Spark program at Vedanta Resources Limited. With a background in finance, accounting, and corporate strategy, he drives innovation partnerships with startups leveraging transformative technologies. Amitesh, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (ACA), and Company Secretary (ACS), also serves on the Regional Advisory Board for the Water and Energy for Food Grand Challenge, evaluating innovations across South and Southeast Asia. As an active angel investor in startups and a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, he fosters innovation ecosystems. Amitesh's expertise extends to guest lecturing at prestigious institutions like IIM, MDI, IIFT, and NMIMS, where he shares insights on finance, innovation, and entrepreneurship, enriching the next generation of business leaders.
As the Chief Technology Officer at FroGo, India's first and largest frozen food category startup, Saurabh leads the product, tech, and data teams to create a customer-centric, innovative, and scalable E-commerce platform. With over 16 years of experience in the industry, he has a strong background in data science and analytics, and he is passionate about transforming organizations into data-driven and AI-powered entities. In addition to his current role, he advises and invests in early-stage startups, writes technical books, and speaks at industry events. He is a Harvard Business School alum, a LinkedIn Top Voice in Leadership and Entrepreneurship, and a published author with three technology bestsellers. He enjoys sharing insights and learnings with the community and inspiring the next generation of product leaders. Saurabh comes with a demonstrated history of leading Data and AI teams at Fortune 500 companies.
Dr Pawan Verma is an author, contrarian thinker, and professional speaker, whose passionate intellectual curiosities have often led him to challenge conventional wisdom. He has extensive expertise in leadership that stems from his wide experience in guiding start-ups, serving on boards, and leading business initiatives in large organizations, such as LIC of India, Reliance Group of Industries, and Reliance ADA Group. He has also served as the COO of an Indo-Japanese start-up, Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance.
Dr Verma is the author of the award-winning international bestseller, Age of the Imperfect Leader. His next book, The 10X Leader, is under publication with a leading Indian Publisher. Pawan has also authored two popular crime thrillers, UNBROKEN and No Closure No Forgiveness, apart from publishing a dozen e-books and a series of romantic short stories. He has been a frequent contributor to some of the leading English dailies and periodicals in India.
Anil Srivastava had set up the National Mission on Transformative Mobility and Battery Storage to promote shared, connected and clean mobility solutions and developing battery manufacturing capacities in the country. He also organized the Global Mobility Summit, MOVE 2018, which was inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India and doyens of global automobile industry. He was leading India's transition to electric vehicles, resulting in major policy decisions by Ministries, Departments and State Governments
With three decades of government experience in India, this expert is now an Adviser for Infrastructure Connectivity and Director General of the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office at NITI Aayog. After serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Chairperson & MD of Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd., his roles span Commissioner of Treasuries, Industries & Commerce, various MD positions in PSUs, and district-level administrative roles.
With over 20 years of diverse experience, Yogita Ahuja is a seasoned professional specializing in Learning & Development (L&D) for more than 16 years. She excels in designing and executing interventions across industry domains, employing innovative tools like Storytelling and Appreciative Inquiry. Certified as a POSH and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (D&I) Consultant and Trainer, she is dedicated to fostering long-term Employer Branding and Values-based People & Culture Building initiatives. As a Tedx Speaker, Storyteller, and Social Impact Entrepreneur, Yogita spearheads Mission Edusaarthi, empowering educators and homemakers. She collaborates with organizations to create impactful learning platforms for challenges like Mergers and Leadership Development. Yogita's expertise spans Leadership Development, Employer Branding, Diversity, Inclusion, and POSH Training & Consulting, along with coaching high-potential women leaders and conducting Storytelling workshops.
Yogesh Chabria is an entrepreneur, #1 bestselling author, influential speaker and the founder of The HappionaireTM Way. He is one of the most powerful and influential forces in shaping human thought and behavior in the areas of sales, happiness, business, leadership and success
psychology. He has vast experience in business, sales, happiness, innovation, technology, entrepreneurship and finance and regularly speaks, writes and consults on these topics. Ever since a young age, he has been inspiring, motivating and training people from all walks of life to unleash their true potential and realize their goals. He started selling toys at the age of 5, came out with his first IPO when he was 12 and started investing with only Rs. 750 at the age of 16. His first seminar at the age of 21 was attended by only 5 people. Since then, he has come a very long way.
Suresh has been a catalyst of change for over thirty-five years in corporate India. He has orchestrated multi-talented and diverse teams to execute future-ready strategies with passion and precision. He has worked in leadership positions across the BFSI and FMCG sectors, as MD and CEO of TATA AIA, Member Group Management Council at WGC, General Manager HDFC Life and Business Head at ITC Ltd. Suresh is also a Certified Leadership Coach, guiding and supporting a cross-section of senior business leaders - CEO and CXO, across multiple enterprises. He is also a keynote speaker on multiple platforms. Suresh has an eye for converting data into actionable insights for the growth of companies.
Rahul Dravid is a former Indian cricketer and captain of the Indian national team. He is the current overseas Batting Consultant for the Indian team, and also the Head Coach for the India Under-19 and India A teams. Known for his sound batting technique, he has scored nearly 25,000 runs in international cricket and is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. He is colloquially known as Mr. Dependable, and often referred to as The Great Wall or The Wall by Indian cricket followers.
Montek Singh Ahluwalia is an Indian economist and civil servant who was the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India, a position which carried the rank of a Cabinet Minister. Prior to taking up his position at the IMF, Mr. Ahluwalia was a Member of the Planning Commission in New Delhi as well as a Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister.
Lieutenant General Deependra Singh Hooda, renowned for his pivotal roles, served as the Army Commander during the Chumar and Demchok face-off with China in September 2014 and led the surgical strikes against Pakistan in September 2016. With a remarkable forty-year career in the Indian Army, he navigated strategic challenges on the borders of China and Pakistan, stationed in Jammu and Kashmir as a Corps commander and later as the Northern Army Commander. Beyond his military achievements, General Hooda is a sought-after speaker, emphasizing resilience, teamwork, and team motivation for common objectives. His insightful talks draw from extensive experience, providing valuable lessons on leadership and collaboration in challenging situations.
Brigadier Sushil Bhasin, a Master Facilitator, Keynote Speaker, and Time Investment Strategist, has revolutionized the concept of time by introducing the philosophy of time investment. His book, "Million Dollar Second - Time Investment Strategies in the Digital World," guides readers on consciously valuing and investing time, determining their hourly monetary worth to foster mindfulness. With 34 years of military experience, Bhasin transitioned from the army to the corporate world, blending battlefield resilience with polished boardroom strategies. Renowned for motivating corporate leaders and teams, he conducts transformative workshops, keynotes, personalized coaching, and outbound programs worldwide. A TEDx speaker and bestselling author, Bhasin's impactful sessions extend to diverse sectors, including technology, finance, and automotive industries.
Biren Parekh holds the position of the Director at CRISIL Ltd and is a top-performing, high-integrity, energetic technology professional with extensive global and rich experience managing complex banking programs and delivering tangible results against challenging risks and targets. He is an IT Executive with Notable Credits and awards. He has been rated as Top 25 Global Thought Leaders in Fintech (October 2021) and Project Management (Apr 2022) as per Thinkers360.com.
Biren is found to be a senior IT Professional with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams to produce exceptional value. Biren promises the consistent delivery of solid business outcomes on large-scale programs and comes with a proven track record of getting things done in a matrix organization.
Avinash Arvind, founder and Director of Smart Minds Skills Academy in Jaipur, India, since January 1, 2000. With a vision to mentor and elevate students, professionals, and corporate entities in English speech communication and soft skills, Avinash has trained over one lakh individuals. His expertise spans IPA English Public Speaking, leadership coaching, Astro-Vastu consulting, and more. Avinash delivers personalized online coaching, collaborates with industry leaders, and has authored international documentaries. He emphasizes effective presentation and interviews, echoing Forbes' insights. Committed to lifelong learning, Avinash empowers individuals to excel personally and professionally.
Avinash Jhangiani, an award-winning design thinking, innovation, and digital transformation leader, boasts 23+ years of experience with US Big 4 Consulting, MNCs, and global agencies. As Play2Transform Group's founder and CEO, he employs design and play principles to foster innovative, human-centric mindsets via management training for corporates, startups, and education sectors. Avinash led Omnicom Media Group to win multiple local and international awards, including 4 Gold Lions at Cannes Lions Festival. He's recognized as an Exemplary Mentor of Change by NITI Aayog's Atal Innovation Mission and is a global TeachSDGs ambassador promoting the UN's sustainable development goals. Certified by IDEO and INSEAD, he teaches at S.P. Jain School of Global Management and NMIMS, Mumbai. Avinash authored 'Beyond 2020 Mindset,' a leadership playbook with practical mindset shift strategies and case studies from global giants. Connect on LinkedIn and Twitter.
An embodiment of a leader who leads from the front, and gets things done, Dr. Lohani is credited with saving the life of several organisations including Air India, Indian Railways, Madhya Pradesh Tourism, and more. He is the recipient of numerous Lifetime Achievement Awards, Excellence in Governance Award, and other National Awards.
Dr. Ashwani Lohani, IRSME 1980 presently working as CEO, GMRSB earlier worked as the CMD of Air India on two occasions during which he helped the organization earn operating profits for two years. He also worked as the Chairman, Railway Board when the railways went through major reforms resulting in impetus to the Vande Bharat train, Dedicated Freight Corridors, High-Speed Railway between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, cleanliness levels, improvements to infrastructure, and above all a vastly improved safety record.
The expert is a senior learning and development professional at Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. He has a decade-long experience in Sales Training, Talent Management, Business Coaching & Leadership Development. He has also been a motivational speaker in Talent conclaves & leading Business Schools. Avid reader, Storyteller, mentored many Business Heads & Training Managers. His hobbies include sufi music where he can connect well with an audience of up to 300 at the workplace, a great stress reliever. His other hobbies include blogging, networking, cooking, etc.
Ajeet Bajaj is a mountaineer, adventurer, explorer and the Managing Director of Snow Leopard Adventures, a three times recipient of the National Tourism Award for the best adventure Tour operator. He is the first Indian to have completed the Polar Trilogy by skiing to the North Pole, the South Pole and across Greenland. With over 30 years of experience in adventure sports, he is one of the first Asian to have rafted and kayaked some of the most challenging rivers of the world spanning six continents. He has also been felicitated with the Hall of Fame award by the Adventure Tour Operators Association.
Achint Setia is the Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer (CRMO) at ZALORA. In his dual roles, he leads ZALORA’s Cluster business across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Taiwan in addition to leading the Revenue and Marketing function across the ZALORA group. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, Achint brings with him over 17 years of experience in scaling businesses in consumer tech and media. As an avid speaker and passionate storyteller, he brings bottom-up business building expertise in consumer tech and media with cross-functional experience in analytics, marketing, operations, strategy, content and product development. Prior to joining ZALORA, he took on multiple leadership roles at Indian fashion e-commerce platform, Myntra, where he headed the company's marketing and social commerce business.
An Indian Scientist and entrepreneur, Dr. Velumani inculcated his 38 years of experience in the field of diagnostics research and business to build Thyrocare out of nothing. His story is a story of creating an empire out of sheer grit and determination. A bonafide scientist and entrepreneur, he used his excellent understanding of thyroid biochemistry to build Thyrocare, a company valued above 3400 crores today. His prudence can be seen in the transition he made from mathematics to microbiology testing; now, COVID testing makes up for about two-fifths of Thyrocare turnover. After graduating in 1978, Velumani began with a job at Gemini Capsules, a small pharmaceutical company in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu as a shift chemist. He then worked at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) first as a laboratory assistant, staying for 14 years. During this time he pursued his Master's and Doctor's degree and rose to the rank of scientist.
Commissioned in the 7th Light Cavalry, Lt Gen Shivane retired as DG Mechanized Forces. He was thereafter engaged as Consultant with MoD/OFB and authored two books on national security. He is a TEDx speaker and holds COAS Chair of Excellence 2021-2022 at the Centre for Land Warfare Studies. Gen Shivane has been General Officer Commanding of an elite Strike Corps and commanded 50 Armoured regiment during Operation Vijay and Operation Parakram, an independent armoured brigade and the elite Armoured Division. He has also served in counter insurgency operations in Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir and has been on a UN assignment.Specialist in leadership, motivation talks, geostrategy, geo politics, national security, terrorism, space, military technology, and defense procurement. He is a renowned speaker on leadership, counter-terrorism, motivational talks, geostrategy, geopolitics, national security, space capability building, defence capability building and 'Make in India', military technology and international relations.
Dr. Shashi Tharoor is an award-winning author, politician, and former Under Secretary General of United Nations. He is also a member of Parliament in India, a third-term Lok Sabha MP representing the Thiruvananthapuram constituency. With a doctorate in International Relations and Affairs from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, he has authored several acclaimed books covering a wide array of topics from history to politics. Tharoor's eloquence and intellect have made him a prominent figure in Indian public life and international discourse.
With over 25 years of experience in delivering world-class people agenda and culture, Shailesh Singh is Director & Chief People Officer at Max Life Insurance. He is responsible for developing and implementing successful Human Resources strategies that support long-term growth and transformation of the organization. As part of the transformation agenda, Shailesh has led Max Life's journey in becoming a ‘Great Place to Work’ while benchmarking organization's culture and people practices to the very best. Shailesh introduced the Organisation & Talent Review process across the organization to systematically and proactively build organizational talent pool and succession plans. Under his leadership, the focus on supervisory capability and accountability of people’s agenda has been further strengthened. Shailesh also leads the company's Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Prior to joining Max Life Insurance, Shailesh worked in multiple HR leadership roles in GE Energy, GE Supply-chain, GE Capital, SRF Finance, Eicher Tractors and National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).
A pioneer in the e-commerce industry of India, Deep has disrupted the traditional concept of travel as the founder and CEO of MakeMyTrip, India's largest travel services company and one of the most valuable players in the global travel industry. Since the founding of the company, he has steered the company through multiple challenging environments such as the Dot.com bust, 9/11, and Covid showcasing the focus on the right metrics and company management fundamentals. One of India's most popular entrepreneurs, Deep speaks about what it takes to build a business based on e-commerce in a dynamic market like India. By the end of his talk, Deep promises to leave the audience thinking out of the box and brave enough to risk pursuing the idea they believe in.
B. S. Nagesh is the founder of TRRAIN- Trust for Retailers and Retail Associates of India. Also, the Non-executive Vice-Chairman, Shoppers Stop he has been with department store since its inception in 1991 He has been the guiding force from the first store set-up in Andheri, Mumbai, where the store has now reached a national presence with 74 stores in the 35 cities spread across India. He is one of the pioneers of modern retail. He was selected as one of the top 50 managers in India in a survey of Managers who can influence Indian business in the 21st Century. He is the first Asian to be inducted into the “World Retail Hall of Fame” 2008 at the World Retail Congress 2008 conducted in Barcelona. Retail industry leaders and experts from across the Globe selected him in recognition of his supreme industry achievements.
Armed with more than 2 decades of professional experience, Bhavesh Kothari has been a pioneer in the startup mentoring domain and has mentoredmore than 7-8 dozen start-ups over the last 12+ years. A Chemistry Majors Graduate from Mumbai University with a PG Degree in Event Management, A Diploma in International Trade with an MBA in International Business, A six sigma green belt certified professional along a cer tification as an Enter- TrainerTM, he craves for learning all the time. He is a Published Author of two books on 25 Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs Stories called ‘EVES AGAINST THE ODDS’ (Volume I & II). His podcast titled “Startup Shaastra” is highly regarded in the startup ecosystem as a learning tool for entrepreneurs. An avid reader, explorer and a go getter he firmly believes in “Build Value & the Valuation will follow!”
Pankaj, with over a decade of experience, is a seasoned coach dedicated to empowering leaders and managers for success in dynamic environments. Leveraging 25 years of leadership in Fortune 50 banking and technology firms, he offers personalized coaching, enabling individuals to achieve their goals and maximize potential. Specializing in senior and middle-level executives, Pankaj excels in honing crucial skills such as effective delegation, strategic thinking, negotiations, executive presence, and top-tier communication. He extends his expertise to coach working parents, navigating the complexities of family life, and provides guidance on stress management through mindfulness, meditation, and perspective change, fostering a sense of control and fulfillment.
Arabind has an excellent track record of leadership, delivering results through strategic skills in directing all aspects of the business processes - Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, Project Management & Quality Assurance at the National and International level and driving revenue & bottom-line growth. Illustrious career of 39 years reflects continual learning, driving effective business strategies & delivering sustainable business results. A widely respected enthusiast and a thought leader in Allied Agriculture (Dairy, Poultry & Fishery) and Processed Foods sectors. He has been associated in various committees in CII at National & State Level and is a keen policy advocate. Held a wide range of leadership positions in India and overseas with leading companies such as Cadbury’s, Hindustan Unilever, Dabur, Aditya Birla Retail and Godrej Tyson Foods (Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director). He has been trained on TPM by JIPM, Japan.
An engineer by education and a salesman by choice, Priyaranjan has consciously tried to build a multi-sector, multi-geography, multi-culture fungible work profile. He started his career with selling Aluminum Roofing Sheets & been associated with diverse product categories like OTC Medicines, Alcoholic Beverages, Chocolates, Personal Care, Apparel, E. Commerce and Private Equity across India in Bluechip MNC’s as well as startups starting from Aditya Birla Group, Ranbaxy Consumer Healthcare, United Breweries, Mars Chocolates, Nivea India, Iconic Fashion, Snapdeal and Ananta Capital. After 18 Years+ of diverse experience & having led large teams as well small teams he understands the nuances of India. He is currently the CEO of Retail Businesses of Ananta Capital namely Guardian pharmacy, Bella Vita and Springwell Mattress. He was awarded the 'Most Inspiring CXO 2020 in Beauty & Fashion Industry in India by CXO Outlook.'
Former head coach and captain of the Indian Cricket Team; the third highest wicket taker in Test cricket; and the highest wicket taker for India in One-day internationals, Anil Kumble is recognized as one of the most respected sporting icons that India has ever produced. Kumble was appointed the captain of the Indian Test cricket team in 2007. In the year of 2016, Anil was appointed the Coach of the Indian national team and within months of his taking up the position, the Indian team reached the number one position in the ICC Test rankings. In Anil's one-year tenure, the Indian team also won the most number of Test matches in a calendar year. As a motivational Speaker, Anil delivers highly tailored presentations which combine his deep understanding of leadership, motivation and team working.
Ashutosh Pandey works as the Chief Executive Officer of Mahindra First Choice Wheels, leader in used car, car marketing and technology solutions ecosystem. He has over two decades of experience in leadership roles across E-commerce and Retail, and functional roles in multiple industries. He is also experienced in developing and scaling a start-up, leading turnarounds and integrating businesses. In the last role, he served as the CEO and Founding Member of Tata CLiQ. Pandey had joined the Tata Group in 1998 and over the next sixteen years, took up challenging assignments in Tata Global Beverages, Rallis India, Tata Communications and the Taj Group of Hotels, in functions spanning marketing, strategy, business development and project management. His strength as a professional lies in building a business from scratch and grow that business. He leverages his experience to mentor and coach people with the tools and resources they need to achieve optimal success in their professional jpurney.
Aparna Piramal Raje is a thought leader on business, design and workplaces. Her first book, Working Out of the Box: 40 stories of leading CEOs was published by Penguin Random House in September 2015. The book is based on Head Office, her popular monthly column in the Mint newspaper, which features the heads of organizations, and looks at leadership through the lens of workspaces and workstyles. Over 75 CEOs from India and overseas have been profiled in the series to date. She also writes on urbanization, and has written several series of stories, featuring global thinkers and highlighting solutions to urban challenges, by looking at the intersection of urban planning, market forces and government policy. Former CEO of BP Ergo, one of India’s largest modular office furniture companies, Aparna completed an MBA from Harvard Business School and read Economics, Politics and Philosophy at Oxford University.
With over 20 years of experience as a tech entrepreneur and investor, Anupam has built and scaled several successful companies and brands in the tech and D2C sectors, such as Shaadi.com, Makaan.com, and Mauj Mobile. He is the Founder & CEO of People Group, a well-renowned operator and investor in tech and D2C companies, including @Shaadi.com, the world's leading matchmaking company. Anupam is passionate about exploring new opportunities, supporting founders, and challenging the status-quo. He is also a Shark at Shark Tank India, where he invests in and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs. He has invested in over 200 tech and brand startups, ranging from Ola, Druva, Rupeek, Animall, Agnikul, FarEye, NxtWave, Quizzez, and several D2C companies like Skippi, Hair Originals, Zillionaire, & Whatsup Wellness.
Viral has nearly two decades of experience in leadership roles across industries and geographies. Viral has been at the forefront of building quick-commerce in India: he built Zepto from 0 to ~$1B in sales and helped raise over $500M from A+ global investors. He was also part of Uber's leadership team that built both ridersharing and food delivery businesses in India that played a role in the largest ever Tech IPO. Prior to spending a decade in consumer internet businesses in India, Viral was part of the Aerospace manufacturing industry in the US that counted Boeing and Airbus as its customers. Viral holds an MBA from INSEAD. He is endorsed by the UK Government as a Global Tech Leader, thereby being awarded Residency to the UK.
Vinod is a facilitator and coach. His forte is developing frontline, mid & senior leaders. He founded Moonshot Leadership Consulting to help leaders & teams undergo deep transformation, leading to elevated performance. He facilitates skill-building workshops for audiences in EU, and India and has been coaching leaders for peak performance.
Vinod has an experience of 30+ years, in technical, business & HR domains. He has worked in Amdocs Development Centre LLP both in India & Cyprus (EU) for over 22 years. Before that, he worked in Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India & Oriental Bank of Commerce.
Vinod’s profile is unique due to experiences in both HR and business/technical domains. As Regional Head of Talent Management at Amdocs, his impactful & scalable interventions touched over a 1000 leaders. Previously, as head of Data & Intelligence unit, he grew the unit & helped deliver profitable projects to over 20 global customers.
Binish Desai, a pioneering social entrepreneur and innovator, has transformed environmental engineering and waste management as chairman of the EETech Group. With a master's degree in environmental engineering and an honorary Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Technology, His journey began at age 11, leading to the creation of over 150 eco-products through Eco Eclectic Technology. Recognized internationally, he received the "Rotary International Alumni Global Service" award and was honored as a Covid Hero Youth Icon of the Year 2020 for his innovative recycling of PPE kits. Listed in Forbes' "Asia’s 30 Most Successful Social Entrepreneurs under 30" and "Top 10 Social Entrepreneurs of India," Binish’s impact extends to recycling over 3500 tonnes of industrial waste. His life and achievements are celebrated in a forthcoming book and Bollywood biopic, encapsulated in this quote: "There is nothing useless in this world; what might be waste to you is someone's asset."
Suraj Moraje is a dynamic business and social sector leader, driven by a passion for driving purposeful change in a rapidly morphing world through ethical leadership. Suraj is sought after for his views on topics like megatrends, the strategy to execution journey, and mid-career transitions! A gold medalist from NIT Surat and Young Alumni Achiever from IIM Ahmadabad, Suraj is a former Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company and the former Managing Director of India's largest employer, Quess Corp. Suraj is currently building The Eka Fellowship and piloting two business venture ideas. Formerly, as Group CEO & Managing Director of Quess Corp Limited, Suraj orchestrated a comprehensive transformation, leading to significant growth and digital advancement. With over two decades at McKinsey & Company, he played key roles in tech-led transformations across Asia and EMEA. Suraj holds an educational background from the esteemed Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.
Anuj is a seasoned technology leader and mentor with a rich career spanning over two decades. As a software startup founder in the early 2000s and currently serving as a Senior SDM at Amazon, he brings a wealth of executive technology leadership experience. Over the years, Anuj has cultivated his expertise as a people leader, nurturing teams from the ground up and mentoring countless software engineers and leaders towards successful careers. With a passion for talent development, he has played a pivotal role in hiring from campus colleges and has guided over 100 college graduates to establish themselves and flourish in their careers. Anuj's core strengths lie in his deep technical knowledge across diverse technologies and his ability to coach individuals on leadership skills and career development.
Meet Dr. Gurpreet Singh, a dynamic entrepreneur, life coach, business coach, motivator, and educationist. As the founder of "Script Your Life," she empowers individuals in parenting, relationships, life, and business growth. With a mission to foster a clearer mindset regarding goals, responsibilities, and relationships, Gurpreet focuses on building self-esteem & stronger relationships and advocating for women's empowerment in society. She has trained over 100,000 teachers and school heads on transformational leadership and provides business coaching to companies like Degree 360 India Pvt. Ltd. and Silverlining Finance. Gurpreet holds certifications from the International Coach Federation and is trained in programs by industry leaders like Jack Canfield, Brian Tracy, and Rajiv Talreja. Her sessions on relationship building add immense value to the audience and has been creating successful relationships, health, and wealth.
Jhankar Gadkari is a seasoned Corporate Consultant and Trainer specializing in developing Human Capital through the EQ framework. With expertise in Emotional Quotient Profiling, Workshops, Coaching, Corporate Grooming, and Cross-cultural competencies, he holds certifications as an EQ Coach and Profiler. Additionally, Jhankar is an Associate of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ACS) and holds degrees in Law with a specialization in Public & Private International Laws, as well as a Master’s in laws specialized in Air & Outer Space Laws. His educational background also includes a degree in Commerce and a Diploma in Financial Management. Jhankar serves as an expert external Panellist at S N Welingker Management School & ITM Management School, Mumbai. Passionate about world culture and history, he frequently speaks at various forums on topics ranging from Productivity Enhancement and Leadership to Cross-cultural Competencies and Conflict Resolution.
Anand is a seasoned expert in applying high-impact, low-cost behavioural science strategies to drive desired actions among consumers and employees of India's leading companies since 2013. With a vast repository of over fifteen thousand human behaviour experiments, his approach is grounded in empirical evidence. His groundbreaking work has garnered global recognition, featured in TIME, BBC, Forbes, and CNBC, among others. An avid writer on behavioural science, he contributes to esteemed publications like ET, Mint, and The Hindu. An acclaimed TEDx 'Editors Pick' Speaker, Anand delivers commissioned talks and workshops for renowned companies such as Mercedes Benz, Bajaj Finance, and Franklin Templeton. Prior to a decade of applying behavioural science, he spent thirteen years in advertising, sales and marketing and served top-tier clients including Unilever, P&G, and L'OreaI, consistently driving transformative results.
Raheman Khan, an energetic and creative motivational corporate trainer, believes struggle defines one's character and is integral to success. Transitioning from a choreographer to an unconventional motivational speaker, he's etched his name in Guinness World Records, Asia, and Indian Book of Gold Records. With dreams realized, Raheman's focus shifted to helping others achieve theirs. In 2018, he ventured into the training industry, mastering essential skills and obtaining certifications from 'I.M.Possible Training Solutions,' recognized by 'Silicon India' and the 'American Tesol Institute.' Raheman's journey embodies resilience and determination, inspiring others to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.
Sonia Dubey Dewan, AICI CIP, Founder of Indian School of Image Management is an Entrepreneur, Educator, International Keynote Speaker, and India’s 1st AICI Certified Image Professional.
Dubbed as “Fairy Godmother of Transformation” by a leading news publication, Sonia has worked with C-suite executives, and politicians. She has over 14 years of experience across 13 countries in Image Management, Personal Branding, and Executive Coaching with 1000+ individual clients and 300,000+ training participants. As India's 1st AICI CEU Provider, she trained and certified 300+ image consultants & soft skill trainers worldwide.
She is the Secretary of AICI Global, Country Chair India for G100 – Leadership & Entrepreneurial Education, and Founding President of many Image Consulting councils.
Sonia is regularly featured in TV channels, and newspapers. The President of VISHIPSA, is India’s 1st "Image Makers Merit of Industry Excellence"(IMMIE) Awardee in Philanthropy.
Sonia says, “You’re your most valuable asset; start investing in it today.”
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