Bijou Kurien is a highly respected business leader with over four decades of experience in building brands, scaling retail businesses, and shaping India’s consumer landscape. He has played transformative roles in iconic companies, including Titan Company Limited—where he helped establish brands like Titan, Fastrack, Sonata, and Tanishq—and as President of the Lifestyle division at Reliance Retail, where he led one of India’s most ambitious retail expansions.
Kurien serves as an Independent Director on the boards of several listed and unlisted companies, including LTIMindtree, Brigade Enterprises, IIFL Finance, Renaissance Global, Suguna Foods, and Lighthouse Learning. He is Chairman of the Retailers Association of India and a Strategic Advisor to L Catterton Asia and Premji Invest. Known for his consumer insight, strategic thinking, and operational excellence, Bijou Kurien is a trusted advisor and mentor across the retail ecosystem, driving innovation, value creation, and sustainable growth.
Richard Rekhy is the former CEO of KPMG India and currently serves as a Board Member at KPMG Dubai. With over 36 years of experience in consulting and professional services, he has held leadership roles at Arthur Andersen, Ernst & Young, and KPMG, driving growth, innovation, and strategic transformation. As CEO, he was a member of KPMG’s Global Board and the Council of KPMG International, where he played a key role in enhancing KPMG India’s advisory and tax capabilities, especially for the GCC region. Richard is deeply engaged with leading global and Indian business enterprises and serves on multiple industry associations and trade bodies. He has contributed to national initiatives as part of the CII National Council and the HSBC Skills for Life Programme. Known for his strategic vision and powerful oratory, Richard is a respected thought leader on business transformation, customer centricity, and socio-economic development.
A senior marketing professional with Oracle, an IT company. She is a business strategist and transformational leader. With more than two decades of experience behind her, she has performed a number of Sales, Services and Marketing roles across telecom, IT consulting and security areas. Her key skills include business sales and revenue impact, customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, innovative marketing, corporate communications and public relations and enhanced competitive advantage. A highly motivated, creative and versatile global leader, she has worked with organizations like Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, Compaq, Telstra V-Comm and Primera Networks to name a few.
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.
Parmesh is an author, LGBTQ inclusion advocate and Vice President at Godrej Industries Ltd. where he heads the Godrej India Culture Lab. He serves as part of FICCI's inaugural D&I task force and as a board member of Khoj International Artists’ Association. In the past, he has been a TED Senior Fellow (2018) Yale World Fellow (2014), a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader (2014), a Utrecht University-Impakt Fellow (2012), and an academy member of the Global Teacher Prize.
Rishi Yadati is a strategic digital growth leader with over 18 years of experience building high-performance marketing, revenue, and digital sales ecosystems across B2B and B2C sectors. Known for transforming brands through scalable systems, sharp positioning, and data-driven strategy, Rishi has worked with 40+ companies across Tech, SaaS, D2C, Retail, and B2B. He specializes in multi-channel digital sales, LinkedIn-driven lead generation, ABM campaigns, and full-funnel marketing designed to accelerate predictable growth.
In B2C, Rishi has built multi-million-dollar websites, driven 5M+ annual visitors, and delivered industry-leading conversion rates of 2–5%. In B2B, he has helped founders and organizations craft demand engines, build GTM systems, and unlock new market opportunities.
Currently serving as Marketing & Communications Head at BVK Group, he leads global brand building, digital transformation, and lead-gen ecosystems. Rishi also hosts “The Driven Entrepreneur,” sharing real-world insights from founders and leaders.
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.
Akschaya Bhatia is a marketing and analytics professional specialising in performance marketing, program management, and data-driven decision making. She has over 10 years of experience leading global marketing initiatives and driving growth through analytics and operational efficiency, including her role at Amazon. Akschaya delivers keynote sessions on marketing analytics, performance marketing, data-led growth, and leadership for corporate audiences. Invite Akschaya Bhatia for business conferences and corporate learning events in India.
Vinita Bali is a globally acclaimed business leader with deep expertise in strategy, marketing, and operational leadership across the food and nutrition industries. As former Managing Director & CEO of Britannia Industries, she led the company through a period of transformational growth—expanding its global footprint, diversifying its portfolio, and championing nutrition-focused innovation. Her leadership helped Britannia quadruple revenues and launch fortified products that addressed health and wellness.
With over 30 years of international experience, Vinita has held senior roles at Coca-Cola and Cadbury across markets including the US, UK, Africa, and Latin America. She also served as Managing Principal at Zyman Group, advising Fortune 500 companies on strategic growth. Post-2014, she has contributed to global governance as an independent director on the boards of Cognizant, Smith & Nephew, SATS, Syngene, and others.
A strong advocate for public health and women’s leadership, she formerly chaired the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN).
Dr. Pillai is a leadership coach and practitioner of behavioral science and consumer neuroscience, helping organizations strengthen customer and employee engagement by understanding how people think, feel, and act. A certified neuroscience performance coach and doctoral researcher, he works at the intersection of cognitive science, management, and human behavior.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Pillai coaches leaders to improve decision-making, manage change, and foster cultures of engagement. He has advised Fortune 500 companies and mid-sized enterprises, applying behavioral insights to improve leadership effectiveness, drive adoption, and shape motivation across teams.
He is the co-creator of the Terragni Behavioral Model of Engagement, a practical framework grounded in how humans seek meaning and avoid friction. A regular speaker at global forums, Dr. Pillai blends research with real-world application—helping leaders and organizations design environments where people choose to engage and perform at their best.
Anand Nandkumar is an Associate Professor of Strategy and Executive Director of SRITNE at the Indian School of Business (ISB), where he also serves as Associate Dean of the Centre for Learning and Teaching Excellence. His research focuses on the factors influencing innovation and entrepreneurship at both industry and firm levels, particularly in high-technology sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and software. With expertise spanning industrial organization, economics of technological change, strategy, and people managerial skills, he examines how intellectual property rights affect innovation and how venture capital shapes entrepreneurial performance. Anand earned his PhD in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University and brings practical insight from his early career in Silicon Valley and New York’s financial sector. At ISB, he teaches courses in Strategic Innovation Management, Competitive Strategy, Digital Transformation, and Leadership, helping executives and entrepreneurs develop strategic thinking, team leadership, and innovation-driven growth capabilities.
Tojin T. Eapen is an innovation consultant and educator, and Co-founder and Principal Consultant at Innomantra Consulting (since 2010). His work spans idea management, creative AI, and bioinspired system design. He co-authored the cover article “How Generative AI Can Augment Human Creativity” in the July/August 2023 Harvard Business Review.
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Namrata Dhasmana began her journey in the Indian Army — a world where discipline is not taught, it is lived. A world where skydiving, river-rafting, and field leadership are not weekend activities but essential tests of resilience. It was here that she learned the foundations of mission-driven leadership, decision-making under uncertainty, and the value of standing firm when the world shifts beneath your feet.
Featured by The Better India, Corporate Citizen as a successful Transition and other leading media and industry forums.
Major Namrata has spoken at global platforms including the India–US Conclave alongside Ambassador Eric Garcetti, strategic forums with Henley Business School South Africa, and high-level UNHRC discussions on refugee displacement. Routledge has published her BRICS-aligned research, and her recent book, “Underworld Tyranny,” challenges the power structures behind conflict economy
Akash Agrawal is a growth strategy advisor and keynote speaker specialising in emerging technologies including AI, Web3, and the Metaverse. He is the Founder of Metawrkx and has over 25 years of leadership experience with global brands such as Nike, Sony, and Walmart, driving digital transformation and market expansion across APAC. Akash delivers keynote sessions on future-ready business strategy, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and leadership for corporate and CXO audiences. Invite Akash Agrawal for conferences, leadership summits, and corporate events in India.
Mohit Jhunjhunwala is a strategy and operations leader with cross-industry expertise spanning chemicals, construction, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and e-commerce. His professional journey bridges boardroom ideation with last-mile execution across India, the US, Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East. He has led global fulfillment and logistics functions, built tech-integrated platforms, and scaled complex supply chains for both emerging startups and high-growth enterprises. With deep experience in designing decision support systems, intelligence suites, and integrated service platforms, Mohit thrives at the confluence of cognitive thinking, machine intelligence, and behavioral nuance. His core strength lies in transforming ambiguous problem spaces into structured, scalable outcomes. A former strategy leader at firms like Shadowfax, Delhivery, and Innoplexus, he brings a systems-thinking approach to solving enterprise challenges in both digital and physical domains.
Phani Durbha is a business development and sales strategy professional with strong experience in key account management, competitive intelligence, and go-to-market planning. His work spans building account strategies, conducting SWOT and market analysis, defining value propositions, and translating insights into actionable sales plans and budgets. Phani is known for enabling sales teams with market and competitor intelligence to sharpen positioning and drive revenue growth.
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Ratnanjali Arora is an HR professional with 10 years of experience in Consulting. She has played an integral role in helping business build and deliver, bind, buy and borrow talent to deliver the firm"s growth aspirations. Ratnanjali is currently leading HR Business Partner role for Tax Regulatory Services for North Region comprising 40 ~ Partners and 800 ~ employees. She is skilled in Employee Relations and People Strategy, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Total Rewards and Wellness, Change Management, Coaching and Mentoring, People and Business Analytics, and Diversity.
Dr. Kumar is a versatile business professional with over 25+ years of experience in Sustainable Business Operations, Business Development, Sustainability & LCA, Project Planning, Change Management, Risk Management, Resource Management & Strategy Planning. He is the first advocation partner in India for a global sustainability think tank, promoting target-based sustainability and regenerative economy.
As a sustainability leader, he has initiated several endeavors for creating value and good business sense, promising to deliver revenue gains, cost savings, and other benefits that lift enterprise value & promote sustainable development. He has extensive experience in directing the research and analysis required to design corporate sustainability strategies to ensure that business practices, goods, and services are environmentally friendly and in compliance with regulatory standards.
Priyankar Basu is a corporate strategy professional with 10+ years of experience across Building Technology, Manufacturing, Power, Oil & Gas, Renewables, and Construction. He has worked across government, PSU, and private sector environments, contributing to corporate strategy, M&A, strategic marketing, program management, and business development. Priyankar’s work spans multiple geographies including India, Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and Hong Kong–Singapore, giving him a strong perspective on cross-border strategy, market entry, and growth planning. Known for blending structured strategy with on-ground execution, he brings practical insights on scaling businesses, navigating complex stakeholder ecosystems, and building resilient growth models in emerging markets.
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Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai is a Ph.D from the University of Mumbai, Department of Philosophy. He trains leaders and aspirants from various fields including Corporate, politics, academics, military etc. He has done an extensive research on 'Kautilya Arthashastra', the well known book on management written in 4th BC from Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF), Kerala under the guidance of Dr Gangadharan Nair, the dean of Adi Shankara Sanskrit University. He did his MA in Sanskrit and a PhD. in Arthashastra. He is a certified management consultant from the International Institute of Management Consultants.
Ramesh Jude Thomas President and Chief Knowledge Officer of EQUITOR Value Advisory Pvt. Ltd., the erstwhile Indian partner for Interband. “RJT” to his friends and colleagues, Ramesh is credited with introducing Brand Valuation as a strategic business tool to Indian industry. He led India’s first known strategic Brand Valuation for Titan Industries Ltd. RJT setup EQUITOR almost 20 years ago to drive the agenda of brand value creation through a set of globally certified practice areas. In 2001, EQUITOR partnered with the world's leading brand value consultancy to bring in 30 years of worldwide expertise and thought leadership in leveraging brands as pure business assets. He has worked with some of the top business leaders in the country and abroad including TATA Sons, Infosys Finacle, The Murugappa Group, Titan Industries, Sovereign Governments, and large not for profit organisations.
With over 17 years of experience in strategic and finance transformations, I've worked with notable Fortune 500 companies such as IBM, General Motors, and Honeywell, as well as other listed companies from ANZ and Europe. My expertise is to work closely with top-level executives to formulate strategies and execute transformations that yield tangible results to the stakeholders. I am skilled in various areas, including setting up Shared Services, Transformations, Insourcing and Outsourcing initiatives, ERP implementations (including SAP HANA), and leveraging technology. I thrive in managing and leading multifunctional diverse global teams in ambiguous and agile environments; Driving transitions, change management, and integration efforts within global matrix organizations. I have worked closely with Board of Directors, CFOs, Finance Leaders and created long-lasting relationships and impactful experiences.
Over the past 15 years, Nishant has achieved excellence in varied functions across Corporate Strategy, Finance, Operations, Public Policy and Last-mile implementation. Currently He oversees multiple divisions at Jindal Steel and Power. He oversees the Global Businesses spread across Asia (ex India), Australia, Africa and Middle East which includes providing strategic direction to the businesses and taking strategic financial decisions like restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and divestments across these geographies.
Rajib Bose is an Associate Partner at IBM with nearly 25 years of cross-functional and multi-industry experience. A digital leader operating at the intersection of strategy, technology, and design, he helps organizations—particularly in telecom and banking—evolve operating models, scale digital capabilities, and transform business delivery in the era of digital disruption. Rajib has led multiple enterprise transformation programs focused on aligning technology with customer-centric business models.
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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.
Ninad Deshpande is a technology evangelist and a Director at Passion Minds Pvt. Ltd.Prior to this role he was working as a heading of marketing and corporate communication for BandR Industrial Automation (A member of the ABB group), India and then as a Global Product Manager - cybersecurity for BandR Austria. He has around 14 years of experience in automation, manufacturing industry. He has worked in the areas of Application development, RandD, Technology Marketing, Marketing and Corporate Communication, Product Management and Research and Consulting.
Manu specializes in building brands and bringing Rapid Revenue Growth to organizations engaged in Consumer & Technology Products. He has expertise in setting up and growing multi-channel, multi-vertical, multi-brand organizations, and delivering outstanding revenue in India and MEA. He has expertise in devising effective Marketing & Customer Experience Strategies and has strong knowledge of content marketing, digital & e-commerce setup, performance marketing & ROI analytics. He has had success in bringing international organizations, brands, and foreign investors to India and building brands, recruiting teams, setting up operations, and building desired revenue. He currently helps both Start-ups & Grown-ups in their quest for Innovation in Strategy, GTM, Course-Correction, Tactical Thinking, Creativity, Higher Revenues, Brand Strengthening and strong Customer Affinity.
Ajay Nambiar is a customer experience and AI-led transformation speaker specialising in CX innovation and service excellence.
A senior CX leader with over 28 years of experience across real estate, hospitality, and technology, he has led large-scale CX transformations delivering measurable revenue impact.
Ajay delivers keynote sessions on AI-driven CX, leadership, and customer lifecycle management for corporate audiences.
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Hari wears different hats: Author, Angel Investor, Advisor to Founders/VCs, Mentor at Start-up Accelerators, Columnist, and Former CHRO Bigbasket, among others. He has spent the last 22 years as part of leadership teams of startups like Virtusa, Amba Research, and Taxi4Sure and participated in the growth journeys of 5 startups, in 5 different sectors, and each of these startups saw successful exits. At each of these startups, Hari has been a part of the Management Team and played a key role in shaping their growth and exit. He has been a prolific author and has authored 7 books on different themes, and each of these books has been a category leader. He is working towards helping start-ups build and scale their businesses sustainably through a combination of the right human capital interventions, strategic clarity, story telling, org culture, founder growth & evolution and strategic execution.
Prashant Agarwal is a Trusted Advisor and Thought Partner to business leaders navigating transformation in today’s VUCA world while competing with digital natives and unicorns. With experience at McKinsey & Co. as a Digital Business Transformation leader and Sapient Nitro as a Digital Marketing leader, Prashant enables organizations to leverage the power of Digital, Design, and Data. He helps leadership teams adopt new ways of working including Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Platform-Ecosystem models, Lean, Agile, SRE, and DevOps, aligning organizations toward outcomes and responsiveness over predictability.
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Neel Mehta is an award-winning Healthcare Futurist and Co-Chair of the MedTech Committee at the AZ Tech Council. A serial entrepreneur and biomedical informaticist, Neel brings 8+ years of experience across digital health, healthcare innovation, and leadership. He is known for building and leading multidisciplinary teams and driving innovation at the intersection of clinical partnerships, product development, business operations, public and investor relations, and digital marketing. His work reflects a strong empathy-driven approach to designing scalable healthcare solutions and advancing MedTech ecosystems.
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Akshay Kulkarni is an AI and machine learning evangelist specialising in AI-led digital transformation. He is a bestselling author, global keynote speaker, and Senior Data Scientist at Publicis Sapient, with experience building 1000+ AI-driven products. Akshay delivers keynote sessions on AI strategy, data analytics, generative AI, and business transformation for corporate and technology audiences. Invite Akshay Kulkarni for technology conferences and leadership summits in India.
Saurabh Sharma is a Global Talent Acquisition Leader with experience building best-in-class TA functions aligned to business outcomes. He has led transformation programs across Asia, Australia, North America, and South America, elevating hiring operations into data-driven talent advisory organizations. Saurabh has built Talent Acquisition Centers of Excellence, rolled out end-to-end RPO programs across 11 countries, partnered with founders and CEOs on accelerated growth hiring, and led TA transformation in both 100+ year legacy enterprises and fast-growth environments.
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Swapnil brings over twenty years of experience of leading teams in prominent global IT companies. He has dedicated more than a decade to roles within Internal IT and CIO leadership teams, acting as an Intrapreneur and Chief Digital Officer to lead strategic internal IT transformation efforts. His contributions have been acknowledged with numerous industry accolades, including the CIO 100 award and Top 50 Technology Leaders in Asia for innovative IT strategy and transformation initiatives. His professional journey is highlighted on the Harvard Business School’s DCE’s website.His expertise focuses on transforming traditional IT departments into intrapreneurial, modern organizations and cultivating purpose-driven, high-performing, and collaborative teams. Demonstrating a consistent record of delivering robust business outcomes and positive impacts, Swapnil offers grounded and practical insights into creating modern digital and intelligent organizations, supported by his hands-on experience within various global internal IT environments.
Yamini Bhat is the Founder and CEO at Vymo, a Personal Sales Assistant, mobile-first solution that has since been deployed at AXA, Allianz, Citigroup, HDFC Bank, and Generali, among others. Prior to Vymo, she worked at McKinsey, where she specialized in Marketing and Sales strategy. In her experience of over 10 years, she has dedicated over five years working across the United States, S.E. Asia, and India. Yamini's expertise lies in Marketing strategy, Sales, and Distribution across B2B (Banking, Credit, Insurance), B2C (Retail, Telecom), and B2B2C (fragmented distribution). Today, Yamini Bhat is recognized as a thought leader in driving sales transformation for enterprises. Gartner and CB Insights recognize her company, Vymo for innovation in ‘Prescriptive Sales’. Yamini holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Science & Engineering from BITS Pilani and graduated with ‘Director’s Merit List’ honors from IIM, Bangalore.
Dr. Vasanthi Srinivasan is a senior academic in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at IIM Bangalore, with extensive experience working with both large enterprises and boutique consulting firms. She has previously worked with Wipro Limited and P&P Group, and was a British Council Visiting Scholar at the International Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility, Nottingham University Business School. Her research and consulting span leadership, workplace culture, HR strategy, and generational cohorts in organizations. Dr. Srinivasan is widely respected for bridging academic rigor with practical organizational challenges, helping leaders and HR teams design inclusive, ethical, and future-ready workplaces.
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Sidharth Balakrishna has over 20 years' experience in senior management roles; holds an MBA from IIM Calcutta and an Economics degree from SRCC.
His experience includes the media & entertainment, artificial intelligence, energy, renewables and education sectors; has been an Executive Board Director and Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at one of India's largest conglomerates; been employed with Royal Dutch Shell, Cairn India (Vedanta) in Corporate Strategy roles and Management Consultants such as KPMG & Accenture.
Has authored academic 6 books, published by Pearson and SAGE; writes a column for the Economic Times, the Hindu-Business Line.
He mentors startups in US, Israel, India; is an Adjunct Faculty at a number of top management institutes including IIM Indore, IIM Shillong, IIM Nagpur, BITS Pilani, SRCC etc; has presented papers in 12+ countries. He has also delivered over 250 training sessions for corporate executives
With 18+ years of experience in dynamic empathetic & innovation leadership and 15+ years of administrative leadership, Ms. Rajni Julka an IIM Indore Alumnus is a "Human Transformation & Innovation Strategist" who empowers open-minded leaders with a better process to drive transformation through self-leadership, empathy & innovation for better decisions, business excellence & higher retention. Having a unique blend of strong industry & academia experience as her signature strength, Ms.Julka has an exceptional ability to relate & align human behavior for with her signature program.
Rajni is a multifaceted business & leadership keynote speaker, award winning Edtech Strategist, business executive mentor & business leadership advisor. Rajni’ passion as speaker and mentor stems from her backstory of overcoming personal & business struggles while coming out ahead through a sustainable process. She empower leaders & organizations to overcome challenges in decision-making, performance & retention through a proven human transformation process
Makarand has 27+ years of work experience with roles at leadership levels, last assignment as Vice President – Learning Solutions, with Berkeley HealthEDU. He has worked with organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Goldshield Group Plc, Lilac Medicare and has led business management roles across Cultures. His Domain Expertise includes Healthcare, Med-tech, Training, Facilitation, Leadership Coaching. He has Masters in Microbiology, Post Graduation in Marketing Management and is an ICF Certified Executive Coach and Ex-Facilitator at The World Business & Executive Coaches Summit. He is a Visiting Faculty at NMIMS Pravin Dalal School for Entrepreneurship & Family Business Management. His specialties are Strategy Coaching & Consulting, Executive Coaching, Leadership Coaching, Sales Coaching, Key Account Management, Business Coaching.
Mr. Bali prefers to introduce himself as a start-up enthusiast and a team player. He has over 27 years of work experience in pre-sales, operations, technology start-up, BPO, Government Relationships, and Business Development with an ability to lead & execute on broader strategies and work with globally connected teams. He is also associated with smart city initiatives in India as a Jury member and has written a detailed policy paper titled 'Smart Cities are not Just About Concrete Jungles'.
This expert is a senior management professional at CarDekho, an online automobile search platform. Prior to this, he was the Regional Sales at XSEED Education where he was responsible for hiring, inducting, training and leading the development of an aggressive and strong sales team across Northern and Eastern parts of the country. He also worked on key projects of data analytics, sales processes and pipeline management to help streamline business processes and maintained several accounts with high-profile customers. He is a passionate business driver from Education sector to Auto, tech and e-commerce.
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.
With over 25 years of expertise, Shailesh Singh, Director & Chief People Officer at Max Life Insurance, orchestrates top-tier HR strategies fostering organizational evolution. Spearheading Max Life's transformation into a ‘Great Place to Work’, he benchmarks cultural standards and implements pioneering practices. Introducing the Organisation & Talent Review process, he cultivates a robust talent pipeline and succession plans. Under his stewardship, emphasis on supervisory proficiency and accountability amplifies. Shailesh, a harbinger of future work trends, enriches the organization with foresight. His illustrious career encompasses pivotal HR roles at GE Energy, GE Supply-chain, GE Capital, SRF Finance, Eicher Tractors, and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB). Shailesh's dedication epitomizes a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a dynamic workplace culture.
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.
R Gopalakrishnan is a distinguished corporate leader, bestselling author, and global speaker with over five decades of experience in management and business leadership. He studied physics at Kolkata University, engineering at IIT Kharagpur, and completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. His illustrious career includes serving as Chairman of Unilever Arabia, Managing Director of Brooke Bond Lipton, Vice Chairman of Hindustan Lever, and Director at Tata Sons and several Tata companies. He has also held the role of Non-Executive Chairman at Castrol India and currently serves as an Independent Director at Press Trust of India (PTI). Gopalakrishnan has authored twenty bestselling books and is renowned for his engaging instructional and inspirational speaking, emphasizing practical insights and real-world examples. His approach empowers professionals and students worldwide to navigate complex business challenges and unlock their leadership potential.
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.
Priya Kumar is an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, bestselling author, and screenwriter with over 30 years of corporate training experience. With a global impact across 51 countries and 2,000+ multinational corporations, she has inspired over 3 million people through her workshops and transformational keynotes. Renowned for her high-energy, relatable style, Priya specializes in peak performance, leadership development, and personal breakthroughs. As a prolific writer, she has authored 17 inspirational books, earning 44 international awards and widespread acclaim, including praise from global thought leaders and celebrities. She is also known as “The Biography Specialist,” having penned the lives of iconic leaders like O.P. Munjal and A.M. Naik. Founder of Priya Kumar Training Systems, Books That Inspire, and Fire Light Films, she seamlessly blends storytelling, performance psychology, and purpose-driven strategies to elevate human potential. Her debut screen adaptation, The Final Call, is now streaming on ZEE5.
Jyoti is a seasoned business leader with extensive experience in the service industry, having navigated various functions, regions, and consumer segments. An effective strategist, she excels in identifying upcoming trends, introducing innovative concepts to the market, and ensuring optimal returns on investment. In her role as Chief Operating Officer at Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces India, and as a member of the management board, Jyoti garnered recognition as one of the most influential women in the global travel sector. Her dedication to promoting tourism spurred her involvement in co-creating the Incredible India campaign, marking the first private sector initiative to showcase India on a global scale. She founded the Indian chapter of Women Corporate Directors and is a speaker on corporate governance at international forums. Presently, Jyoti leverages her expertise as an independent director on numerous boards while also offering advisory services to startups across diverse industries.
Ram has over 37 years of experience in Strategic marketing, P&L management, Business strategy, and sales. Currently, a Senior advisor to Mckinsey's, he is an independent consultant advising companies across the world on growth, strategic marketing, new market entries and Strategic customer management. His last corporate role was as Global CMO and VP of Strategic Customers for Castrol. He has served in India, Asia Pacific region and UK and now divides his time between Singapore, India and the UK.
His key skills and areas of expertise are Strategic Marketing and Brand management, P&L leadership, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnerships and Sustainability leadership.
Ram has in depth experience in several geographies and has worked in national, regional, and global roles. He has a unique blend of B2C, B2B and B2B2C experience.
Ram has a degree in Chemical engineering, and an MBA from the Indian Institute of management, Bangalore.
Ravi, a seasoned Entrepreneurship Evangelist, Startup Expert, and Govt. Advisor, curated and advised for Shark Tank India's launch. As a 2x TEDx Speaker and an alumnus of the prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), he's a beacon in the entrepreneurial landscape. Ravi champions Indian entrepreneurship globally, sharing insights at top startup events and academic institutions like IITs and IIMs. With over a decade of experience, he's trained over 2,00,000 aspiring entrepreneurs and influenced policies through his expertise in sectors like Angel Investment, Venture Capital, and Government Relations. Ravi's journey from a Jharkhand village to entrepreneurship embodies resilience, fostering innovation and change in society and business.
Jagdish Mitra is an entrepreneur and business leader, currently Founder & CEO of Humanize, a next-generation IT services company at the intersection of AI, industry, and SaaS. With over three decades of experience, Jagdish has been instrumental in driving growth, strategy, and large-scale transformation in the technology sector. At Tech Mahindra, he served in pivotal roles including President – India and Head of Corporate Affairs, Chief Strategy Officer, and CEO of CanvasM, leading global expansion, large deals, digital transformation, and growth businesses across industries. His leadership has helped Tech Mahindra establish strong footprints in North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
Beyond corporate leadership, Jagdish is deeply engaged with the startup ecosystem, mentoring B2B tech ventures and serving as an advisor to MedTech startups. He is on the boards of NSDC and Comviva, contributes to NASSCOM’s Executive Council, and actively promotes skills development and sports for underprivileged youth.
Aman is a thought leader and speaker on key domains at the intersection of government policy, emerging technology, Innovation, cognitive intelligence, ethics and impact. He convenes and contributes to the working groups of (1) The Democracy Dialogues Roundtable and (2) AI - The Nested Wolf, roundtable on ethics, purpose and responsible tech. He is an experienced professional advisor for growth strategies, building brands, perception management, and public affairs. He advises organisations to unlock value from innovation and emerging technology to solve grand challenges. He adds value to companies - both national and international - in maintaining impeccable relations with their key audiences; In advocating policy issues, in understanding existing policy nuances nationally; in advising on government affairs; in ensuring a high level of trust among the business ecosystems; in maintaining a positive trust index and in designing purpose-driven initiatives that conform to the broad vision of the board.
Rajasekhar Jamalamadaka is a well-known neuroscience-leadership coach and widely regarded as one of industry’s best mentors. Harvard Business School educated Raja is a respected industry voice whose views on leadership have helped focus the attention of the entrepreneurial ecosystem on organization culture and founding team’s leadership skills. For his mentorship work with several startups culminating in several successful exits, Raja was felicitated with the prestigious “Marshall Goldmsith award for coaching excellence” for being one of the world’s top 100 coaches for the year 2017. Raja is also a corporate/Ted speaker and his influential talks and articles analyze leadership on various dimensions – product, personal, organizational and industry ecosystem. LinkedIn ranks him as India No 5 and one of the worlds top 200 influencers out of the 500 million people that use LinkedIn worldwide.
An author & mentor affiliated with prominent organizations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN), Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), and Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSINS). Since 2010, Umesh has leveraged his extensive experience in the tech industry to guide and empower 4.5 lacs aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals. He plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, promoting entrepreneurship, and driving sustainable growth initiatives within these esteemed institutions. Umesh's dedication to nurturing talent and fostering a culture of innovation underscores his commitment to shaping the future of the tech landscape in India and beyond.
Sonal Dabral is a creative consultant, film director, and advertising veteran with over 30 years of experience shaping iconic campaigns across Asia. A graduate of the prestigious National Institute of Design, he combines a strong foundation in visual communication with an innate storytelling instinct, delivering work that resonates globally.
Sonal has held senior creative leadership roles, including Chief Creative Officer and Vice Chairman at Ogilvy South East & South Asia, Chairman and CCO at DDB Mudra Group, and Regional Executive Creative Director at Bates141 Asia. His work has earned international acclaim, and he has guided agencies to creative excellence across multiple markets.
In addition to consulting and directing films—including adaptations of literary works—Sonal is a sought-after keynote speaker and writer, sharing insights on advertising, creativity, and culture. His journey from a small town in India to the global advertising stage exemplifies innovation, vision, and a relentless pursuit of creative excellence.
Amit Prabhu is an AI transformation consultant, founder of Digiculum (an AI EdTech platform), and author of books on Digital Strategy, Digital Leadership, and Scaling Generative AI. He advises organizations globally on AI, data, cloud, and digital transformation, and is a regular speaker at business forums. Amit has served as an Independent Advisor to the European Union AI Office and to the Government of Maharashtra on AI policy under the IndiaAI initiative. Through his AI Career Readiness Program, he works with universities and corporates to build future-ready skills.
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Dr. Shreyas Srivatsan is a distinguished professional dedicated to advancing business excellence within the Tata Group, one of the most prestigious and globally recognized conglomerates. With a robust academic background and extensive industry experience, Dr. Shreyas plays a pivotal role in driving organizational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the Tata Group’s diverse portfolio. Dr. Shreyas brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. His career is marked by a deep commitment to Business Management, Business Excellence, Business Strategy, Business Analytics. At Tata Group Dr. Shreyas is instrumental in designing and implementing frameworks that enhance operational efficiency, drive performance, and ensure sustainable growth. An active participant in global forums and conferences, where he shares his expertise and perspectives on business excellence and organizational transformation. His thought leadership and innovative approaches continue to inspire business leaders and professionals around the world.
Kapil is President & Global Head – Group Strategy and M&A at Jindal Steel & Power Ltd., leading corporate strategy, business planning, acquisitions, divestments, equity raises, policy advocacy, and strategic legal affairs across metals, mining, and energy businesses in India and abroad. With over 18 years at the JSPL Group, Kapil has played a pivotal role in several high-impact initiatives, including India’s largest QIP in the steel sector (~₹1200 crores), the ₹1121 crore divestment of oxygen plants with leasebacks to support operations, and the monetization of non-core assets to strengthen financial health. He is also developing a strategic restructuring plan to unlock shareholder value and reduce risk. Kapil is passionate about deal-making, regulatory engagement, and fostering partnerships. He has also served as Executive Assistant to Chairman Mr. Naveen Jindal and frequently speaks at industry forums on steel, power, coal, and policy matters.
Manoj Agarwal is a board-facing Internal Audit and Risk Management leader with over 24 years of experience driving governance, risk, and compliance functions across high-growth industries such as Retail and Services. Currently serving as Senior Risk Management and Audit Professional at Metro Brands, he has successfully transformed audit into a strategic value-adding function aligned with global standards and business objectives. Manoj is known for his “No Surprises” approach, fostering transparency, trust, and board-level confidence. He has led cross-functional risk programs, championed digital assurance, and implemented frameworks like COSO-ICF, ERM, FCPA, and ESG risk governance. As a board member of IIA India and contributor to the IIA Global Guidance Development Committee, he actively shapes internal audit practices worldwide. Manoj also mentors emerging audit leaders, helping them evolve into strategic advisors. His work supports IPO readiness, digital transformation, and operational resilience in rapidly evolving markets.
Shalini Vijayagopalan is a shopper engagement and category growth leader with over 15 years of experience translating business initiatives and marketing strategies into measurable commercial results. She has a strong track record of driving category growth by monetizing consumer engagement investments across modern trade and sales channels. Known for her consumer-first mindset, Shalini has successfully led cross-functional collaborations to unlock channel performance and deliver sustained growth. Her expertise spans shopper insights, category strategy, sales effectiveness, and execution excellence, enabling organizations to align brand, trade, and retail priorities. Shalini’s leadership style combines analytical rigor with practical execution, making her a trusted driver of bottom-line impact in competitive markets. She is deeply passionate about building scalable growth models rooted in real consumer behavior.
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Krishna Kumar is a leadership and executive coaching practitioner in Asia with a career spanning 30 years. A Master Coach and Trainer, he has coached executives, entrepreneurs, and CEOs across organisations in India and international markets. He has been a keynote speaker at international forums including the World Business and Executive Coaching Summit and Desafío Coaching, and serves as visiting faculty at IIM Bangalore. His work focuses on leadership development, executive effectiveness, and coaching-led organisational transformation.
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Arindam Mukhopadhyay leads the Consulting India Centre of Excellence at Gartner and is a member of the Gartner India Executive Council. He advises senior technology and business leaders on enterprise technology strategy, operating models, and transformation priorities. Arindam is an industry forum speaker and a pro bono mentor to technology startups, contributing to ecosystem development through leadership advisory and founder mentorship. His work focuses on translating research-driven insights into practical executive decision-making for large enterprises and growth-stage organisations.
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Namrita Mahindro is a senior strategy leader at Mahindra & Mahindra with 20+ years of experience in digital transformation and innovation-led growth. She has led award-winning initiatives across organisations including Aditya Birla Chemicals, Mahindra Auto, and Taj Hotels, delivering revenue growth and operational excellence. Her work spans business model transformation, capability building, and customer experience design, with hands-on leadership across global, cross-functional teams. Namrita also serves as an Independent Director in the automotive e-commerce space and is an angel investor and mentor supporting startups across technology, fintech, education, health, and sustainability.
Invite Namrita Mahindro to speak at leadership conferences, innovation summits, board-level strategy forums, and corporate transformation offsites.
Satyendra Pandey is an accomplished aviation strategist and finance expert with over two decades of global experience. As Co-Founder and Managing Partner at AT-TV, an aviation services and finance advisory, he leads commercial and technical projects for airlines, airports, MROs, and investors. He is also a columnist at CNBC-TV18, where his “Midair Musings” and other features provide incisive analysis on aviation, design, strategy, and policy. Previously, he served as Head of Strategy & Planning at Go Air, one of India’s fastest-growing low-cost carriers, and with the Centre for Aviation (CAPA), where he consulted across airports and airlines worldwide. A proven C-suite strategist, he specializes in scaling businesses, optimizing operations, driving engagement, and enhancing financial performance, with experience advising Fortune 500 companies and historic Indian conglomerates. Author of Dissonant Dispatches: Indian Aviation’s Emergent Flightpath, he is also a certified pilot and alumnus of London Business School.
Nitin Khindria is a strategic HR and business leader with 25+ years of experience driving transformation, organizational excellence, and people-centric growth across diverse industries including Automobile, EV, Manufacturing, Textile, FMCG, Healthcare, and Education. An XLRI alumnus and award-winning CHRO, he is known for aligning HR strategy with business outcomes, enabling EBITDA impact through scalable HR frameworks, digital HR interventions, and high-performance culture development.
Nitin has led HR transformation for leading organizations such as Omega Seiki Group, Dalmia Biz Group, Nahar Industries, International Tractors Ltd., and Mahindra & Mahindra. His core expertise spans strategic HR leadership, organizational design, HR tech, talent development, change management, and leadership capability building.
Widely recognized as a national HR influencer, he has received top CHRO and HR leadership awards and frequently contributes as a speaker and faculty with XLRI, IITs, IIMs, and NMIMS.
Kshitij Kaul is Director at Outlook Media India with 15+ years of experience in advertising, brand strategy, and digital transformation. He has led data-driven marketing initiatives to build audience engagement and brand growth across media platforms. A two-time Excellency Iconic Awards winner, he was named Best Leader of the Year, and led Outlook Media to be recognised as Emerging Company of the Year. Kshitij’s work focuses on storytelling, leadership development, and scaling marketing operations in a digital-first media environment.
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Soumya Dabriwal is a passionate social entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Project Baala, a mission-driven initiative addressing menstrual hygiene challenges across India, Ghana, and South Africa. Inspired by her development work abroad, she founded the organization after witnessing how inadequate menstrual protection disrupted girls’ education in underserved communities.
Through Project Baala, Soumya delivers sustainable menstrual solutions, drives awareness, and empowers adolescent girls and women with dignity and choice. Her vision is to positively impact 2 million girls and create 5,000 women-led jobs by 2026.
Soumya’s efforts have earned her several prestigious recognitions, including the Yash Entrepreneurs Award, Acumen Fellowship, and Youth Co:Lab Winner title. She is also a Swedish Institute Gender Advocate and a TEDx speaker, frequently sharing insights on gender equality, menstrual equity, and women’s empowerment. Soumya’s work exemplifies purpose-driven leadership and innovative problem-solving at the intersection of health, education, and gender rights.
Abhijith Preman is a Chartered Accountant and financial strategist with over a decade of experience supporting growth-stage startups and MSMEs. As Founder and Designated Partner at Abhijith Preman & Co. LLP, and Partner at The Syndicate Advisors and Consultants LLC, he works closely with founders to strengthen financial foundations and enable sustainable scale. Abhijith specializes in financial structuring, investment readiness, fundraising support, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation. His work includes financial modelling, data room preparation, governance frameworks, and decision-support systems that help business owners navigate complexity with clarity. Known for his disciplined, data-driven approach, Abhijith helps organizations improve financial visibility, streamline operations, and prepare confidently for investor and lender engagement. His advisory style combines technical rigor with practical business understanding.
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Milind Gadagkar is a seasoned creative leader and content strategist with extensive experience across broadcast media, feature films, television, digital platforms, and the telecom industry. A storyteller at heart, he has a proven track record in conceptualizing, executing, and managing high-impact creative projects that drive audience engagement and business growth.
With expertise in OTT and digital leadership, original content commissioning, and film direction, Milind has led teams in developing compelling narratives and strategic content rollouts. His ability to craft engaging stories, oversee end-to-end execution, and drive profitability makes him a key player in the entertainment industry.
As a director and screenwriter of multiple feature films, Milind combines artistic vision with strategic execution, ensuring content resonates with diverse audiences. His passion for storytelling continues to shape the evolving landscape of digital entertainment.
Vijay Bijlani is the Founder Director of SAO Foods®, bringing over 22 years of entrepreneurial and corporate leadership from roles at Coca-Cola India, Shoppers Stop, and Asian Paints. A seasoned expert in FMCG and retail strategy, he excels in consumer trends, supply chain innovation, and scaling food businesses—vital for spice exporters navigating global markets. Vijay is also a mentor at IIM E-Cells and a Doctorate candidate in Entrepreneurship, combining academic insight with practical industry experience. At SAO Foods®, he champions storytelling-led branding, sustainable sourcing, and disruptive food-tech solutions to meet the evolving demands of the food and spice sectors. His prior experience with retail giants like Metro Cash & Carry and Tata Starbucks, as well as strategic exposure through McKinsey, positions him as a thought leader in premiumization, export strategy, and digital transformation in the food industry. His insights are both visionary and deeply rooted in market realities.
Rajesh Ramakrishnan is a business advisor, ICF-certified leadership coach, and former Managing Director of Perfetti Van Melle India (2018–2023), with over 30 years of experience building brands, scaling organizations, and nurturing leadership capability. During his corporate career, he led high-performing teams across geographies, delivering sustained growth through a people-centric and purpose-driven approach.
Today, Rajesh partners with CXOs, founders, and senior leaders through two focused offerings: strategic advisory—covering business transformation, marketing strategy, and organizational effectiveness—and leadership coaching, with over 500 hours of coaching delivered across sectors globally. He is the recipient of the ET Inspiring CEO Award (2022) and CEO of the Year Award (2023), and is co-authoring The Nurturing Quotient (Penguin, 2025). He also co-founded My Daughter Is Precious, supporting girls’ education.
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Priya Venkatesan, MCC, is a Global Executive Coach with over 25 years of experience specializing in career growth, strategic thinking, influence, executive presence, authentic brand building, and wellness. With a strong foundation in the technology services industry, she previously led multimillion-dollar programs with global teams of 100+ professionals, driving large-scale initiatives across telecom, semiconductor, healthcare, and networking sectors. Her expertise in program management and technology execution now informs her coaching approach, blending analytical rigor with human-centered leadership. As an executive coach, Priya partners with CXOs, Vice Presidents, Country Heads, Managing Directors, and senior leaders to help them expand strategic perspectives, enhance presence, and elevate personal brands. Through individual and group coaching, she empowers leaders to align purpose with performance, drive organizational growth, and lead with authenticity and impact.
Dr. Shrut Jain is a seasoned leadership coach and organisational development expert with over two decades of experience enabling leaders and organisations to elevate performance, collaboration, and culture. She specialises in designing and delivering research-backed leadership and coaching interventions that drive measurable impact. Dr. Jain has led leadership development and executive coaching programs across finance, manufacturing, technology, and energy sectors, working with leaders across India, the USA, China, Israel, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, and New Zealand. Her coaching philosophy blends strategic awareness with deep behavioural transformation, grounded in the belief that sustainable leadership growth emerges when inner clarity translates into consistent outer impact. Recognised among Growthspace’s Top 7 Global Leadership Experts (2024), she integrates behavioural science, experiential learning, and coaching to enable leaders at senior levels. Her Ph.D. in Applied Business Economics and experience with ASSOCHAM and CII strengthen her sharp business and industry perspective.
