Rohit Pathak |  CEO of Copper business of Hindalco

Rohit Pathak is the CEO of Birla Copper, the largest Copper player in India and #3 globally for Copper Rods outside China. This is the Copper business of Hindalco Industries Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group.

Mr. Pathak is a Director on the National Executive Council of IEEMA since 2019 the industry association of the electrical equipment industry in India and the President of the Association for the year 2022-23. Mr. Pathak is also the President of the Indian Primary Copper Producers Association IPCPA since 2022 and a Director of the Fertiliser Association of India FAI since 2021.

Prior to moving to Birla Copper, Mr. Pathak was the President & CEO of Aditya Birla Insulators largest Insulator player in India and 3rd largest porcelain player globally, where he led its diversification into Composites and the growth of the international business. He was also appointed the first CEO of Aditya Birla Power Composites Limited, a JV of Grasim Industries Limited with Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen of Germany for Composite Hollow Core Insulators.

Mr. Pathak joined the Aditya Birla Group in 2011 as the Principal EA to the Chairman, Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla. In that role he advised Mr. Birla on key priorities such as M&A, organic growth, and special initiatives and strategic planning & monitoring across the Group Businesses, and helped the businesses on strategic issues. He is a recipient of the Chairmans’ Award for Exceptional Contribution in 2015.

Prior to joining the group, Mr. Pathak  was an Associate Principal at McKinsey & Company, where he worked on diverse issues such as new market entry, business turnaround, inorganic growth, large scale performance transformations, and business plan development and delivery. He also led the Procurement practice and co-led the Automotive & Assembly practice in India for the firm.

Mr. Pathak has done his PGDM from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad India and Electrical & Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani Pilani Campus, India. He is a recipient of the Prof L K Maheshwari Distinguished Alumnus Award 2023, awarded by the EEE Dept of BITS Pilani.

Ritesh Gauba | Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Epigamia

Ritesh brings over two decades of leadership experience across consumer goods, sales, marketing, P&L management, and business transformation. Most recently, he served as Country General Manager – India at pladis Global (McVitie’s, Godiva, Ulker), where he led overall India operations and business growth initiatives.

Prior to this, he spent over 8 years at Mars, holding multiple leadership roles including Sales Director – India (Mars Wrigley Confectionery), Interim General Manager, Sales Director – Mars Chocolates India, and Business Head – India Subcontinent Countries. During his tenure, he managed P&L responsibilities across India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Maldives, driving growth across confectionery and petcare businesses.

Earlier, Ritesh spent nearly 8 years at Britannia Industries Limited, where he held leadership roles across trade marketing, sales capability, and brand management, including leading the iconic Tiger brand’s marketing and innovation initiatives.

He began his career with Tata Motors, where he worked across international marketing and sales functions, including handling channel development and commercial vehicle marketing in South Africa.

With a strong track record in consumer business growth, brand leadership, and large-scale commercial operations, Ritesh is well-positioned to lead Epigamia’s next phase of expansion and category leadership.

Veenoo Sharma, a Scottish entrepreneur, investor and global advocate for female entrepreneurship. She is the founder of The Power Diaspora Forum, a global women’s wealth platform and think tank, and serves as Diaspora Entrepreneurship Advisor to the Commonwealth Businesswomen’s Network.

Born in Scotland, with Indian heritage and a global outlook, Veenoo has built and scaled multiple businesses, drawing on her experience from investment banking to entrepreneurship. Today, she champions greater access to capital and networks for underrepresented founders, particularly women from all backgrounds, and is a leading voice on the role diaspora entrepreneurs play in driving economic growth and helping women scale in all avenues such as business leadership, diplomacy and media. 

Bharath  is a dynamic leader with extensive experience across multiple industries, particularly in renewable energy. His journey began with a significant role in the family enterprise, United Telecoms Ltd., where he spearheaded its foray into renewable energy.

Bharath's early career was rooted in the evolving grid-connected renewable energy sector, a time when Independent Power Producers (IPPs) were pioneering renewable energy projects. As the industry matured, he identified a critical gap in the technology and large-scale manufacturing capabilities.

Recognizing this need, Bharath has dedicated his career to mastering the technologies essential for renewable energy adoption. His work spans energy storage systems, applications for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and solutions such as chargers and inverters. With a deep conviction that energy storage is vital to replacing fossil fuels with renewables, he has focused on building the technological expertise needed to drive this transformation.

Bharath's partnership with Dr. Sathya Prasad has been instrumental in Emobi’s development of advanced products in energy storage and battery technologies, establishing the company as a global competitor in the field. Their combined experience in renewable energy generation and lithium-ion battery manufacturing has laid a solid foundation for innovation and sustainability.

INTRODUCTION : 

Rajeev Sharma, Cluster Managing Director – India, Nepal & Bangladesh, G4S, An Allied Universal® Company, has had a long and successful journey with G4S. Prior to this role, he was the Country Managing Director, G4S India, and has contributed significantly to the growth of the overall business. Previously, Rajeev has also worked in the UK, where he was successful at integrating acquired assets for the company. He has over 30 years of cross-industry and offshore experience leading teams to deliver sustainable business, innovative solutions, and launch many industry firsts. 

As a stealth leader and strategist, he connects downward, upward, and across businesses, actualizing the value. Maximizing “management by walking around", he champions, energizes, and unifies all stakeholders. Prior to joining G4S, Rajeev worked as Head of Cargo Business with Kingfisher Airlines Ltd. Previously, he has worked in various roles as Vice President for D&J business with Brinks Inc., Director Guarding & International business with Tops Security Limited. The initial years of his career were with Gati and Elbee (UPS). Rajeev has tremendous exposure in the financial management of the business and is hands-on with M&A projects, has managed multiple acquisitions, including a cross-border acquisition in the security space. 

Rajeev is extremely well networked within the corporate space and enjoys a reputation of being a straight shooter and highly versatile. He is Chair of the FICCI PSI Committee and President of The Council of EU Chambers of Commerce in India (EU Chambers). 

He belongs to Mumbai and currently lives with his wife in Gurugram. Rajeev has a son who is a certified flight instructor from USA and is currently based in Mumbai. 

Amit Sircar built a reputation as a visionary leader — helping organizations scale borders,craft global delivery models, building and leading global teams and drive meaningful transformation. Having shaped digital landscapes, he turned his lens to a new horizon -where the world still breathes its original rhythm, to the primordial grace of a land unscripted,and where wilderness still whispers the language of creation.

Amit Sircar – Photojournalist, is on a mission to connect hearts with heritage, people, and the majesty of the great outdoors, through compelling imagery and storytelling. He is soon launching his brand - ‘The World is My Oyster’ which invites you to rediscover India’s soul,explore global cultures, bask in nature’s unspoiled poetry, and to help preserve and protect what should never be lost.This isn’t just photography. It’s a new beginning.

From mentoring top organizations to now tracing through time worn corridors and untamed lands, his journey reflects a shift from building digital futures to preserving timeless moments.

Now, Amit walks the wild, climbs through ruins, and traces stories etched in time. From ancient civilizations to untamed wilderness, his photography tells tales of silence, strength,and stillness — moments that move without saying a word. Capturing the world not in data,but in raw, untouched beauty.

Tom Pullen | Director, Innovinco , Author of INNOVATOR

Tom Pullen is an innovation expert, author of INNOVATOR, and founder of Innovinco®, a firm accelerating growth in global corporations. Formerly the Global Innovation Director at Danone, he helps companies build innovation culture, capability, and confidence. He is also a speaker and creator of the Innovinco® Way® framework. 

Key Expertise & Background

• Founder of Innovinco®: Founded in 2017, the firm specializes in driving growth through structured innovation for large enterprises, including Unilever, L'Oréal, Coca-Cola, and Danone.
• Corporate Innovation Leader: Spent 18 years in major corporations (Boots, Mars, Danone) before transitioning to advisory roles.
• Author & Speaker: Author of the book INNOVATOR and an award-winning keynote/TEDx speaker.
• Academic & Creator: Holds an Executive MBA with an Innovation major from HEC Paris, where he also teaches, and developed the INNOVATOR Way® framework. 

Core Philosophy

• Actionable Innovation: Focuses on moving from theory to practical application to boost innovation performance.
• Overcoming Corporate Barriers: Helps companies move beyond "safe" incrementalism to tackle the challenges of culture and execution in large organizations.
• Defining Innovation: Defines it as a combination of novelty, value creation, and real-world existence, rather than just ideas.

Tom Pullen is an innovation expert, author of INNOVATOR, and founder of Innovinco®, a firm accelerating growth in global corporations. Formerly the Global Innovation Director at Danone, he helps companies build innovation culture, capability, and confidence. He is also a speaker and creator of the Innovinco® Way® framework. 

Key Expertise & Background

• Founder of Innovinco®: Founded in 2017, the firm specializes in driving growth through structured innovation for large enterprises, including Unilever, L'Oréal, Coca-Cola, and Danone.
• Corporate Innovation Leader: Spent 18 years in major corporations (Boots, Mars, Danone) before transitioning to advisory roles.
• Author & Speaker: Author of the book INNOVATOR and an award-winning keynote/TEDx speaker.
• Academic & Creator: Holds an Executive MBA with an Innovation major from HEC Paris, where he also teaches, and developed the INNOVATOR Way® framework. 

Core Philosophy

• Actionable Innovation: Focuses on moving from theory to practical application to boost innovation performance.
• Overcoming Corporate Barriers: Helps companies move beyond "safe" incrementalism to tackle the challenges of culture and execution in large organizations.
• Defining Innovation: Defines it as a combination of novelty, value creation, and real-world existence, rather than just ideas.

Guneet is the Founder and Director of Eminence Group Ventures FZCO, a company that delivers conferences, training programs, workshops, and customized learning solutions across India, the Middle East, and the GCC region. With over 18 years of cross-industry experience, she brings a strong background in information technology, enabling her to leverage the latest tools and platforms to create engaging, interactive, and high-impact events.

As the leader of Eminence Group, Guneet oversees the company’s strategy and operations while managing and guiding a talented, dynamic team of professionals. She also leads key client relationships and business development, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored programs that meet the specific needs of diverse markets.

Guneet strongly values diversity and inclusion and is deeply committed to empowering women and youth through her work, training programs, and initiatives. Her passion lies in creating innovative, meaningful experiences that foster learning, networking, and sustainable business growth for clients and partners alike.

Pankaj Rai, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Aditya Birla Group, has been enabling the analytics maturity journey across group companies by solving problems leveraging Data Science, creating horizontal data platforms and developing people capabilities.

He completed his graduation from IIT Delhi and Post Graduate Programme in Management from IIM Ahmedabad. He went on to spearhead teams across diverse portfolios including consulting, credit, six-sigma, strategy, analytics and digital across financial services and offshoring.

During his career, he has been associated with companies like GE Capital, ICICI Bank, Standard Chartered Bank and Feedback Ventures. He has served as Director (Strategy) at Dell, Bangalore for their offshore business and built the internal Analytics team. He also led Wells Fargo’s Global Delivery Strategy as Senior Vice President. He is a speaker in various leading platforms including TEDx.  

Christopher is a Fortune 500 growth strategy leader, business transformation consultant, and board director whose career spans 14 cities across four continents. He has worked with iconic brands including adidas, VF Corporation, Gap, and Nike, helping unlock transformation and drive sustainable growth.

Working alongside high-performing teams, Christopher has led innovation, increased market share, managed complex organizational change, and developed the next generation of leaders across multiple markets.

He believes that meaningful business transformation happens at the intersection of curiosity, strategic thinking, human connection, and courage. Passionate about balancing commercial success with meaningful impact, Christopher specializes in building sustainable growth strategies for global consumer brands.

He has also been deeply committed to leadership development and education, most notably serving as the first President of African Leadership University, an innovative institution with campuses in Mauritius and Rwanda dedicated to developing ethical leaders and entrepreneurial managers.

Today, Christopher shares his expertise in several ways: as a New York Stock Exchange–screened and NACD-certified board executive, as President of Custament Partners supporting executive teams and boards through transformation, and as a speaker, panelist, and podcast guest on brand transformation and courageous leadership.

His first book, Courage: 7 Choices for Living a Life Without Regret, which explores courage in leadership as an underutilized superpower, was released in November 2025.

  Wing Commander Vandana(Retd) is a veteran with 15 years of cross-functional leadership in the Indian Air Force as a Meteorological Officer. She has earned a wealth of multifaceted experience where she championed key functions, mainly Public Relations, Administration, and Program Management, infusing each endeavor with unwavering passion and commitment.

Through her contributions in the social sector, she has strived for almost a decade to empower women, children with disabilities, and people below the poverty line, promoting overall well-being and stability in society.

She has been committed to inclusivity, empathy & empowerment long before they became trendy terms in the market. By enabling a culture of collaboration and mutual respect, she built cohesive cross-functional teams capable of navigating uncertainty with resilience and grace. 

Whether managing significant budgets or directing complex projects, she has always approached her responsibilities with a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on leadership.

Beyond work hours, she is an explorer who enjoys traveling and reading, deeply attuned to the tranquility of nature. With a penchant for observation, she explores the intricacies of human behavior, reflecting on life's purpose beyond mere existence. She also enjoys acquiring new skills that enrich her personal and professional life.

As she moves on to the next chapter of her career, she is excited to leverage her military experience to make a difference by steering organizational growth and driving transformative change wherever she works.

Gunjan Shah | MD & CEO at Bata India Limited

Gunjan is an accomplished leader with extensive experience across geographies and diverse industries, including paints, telecom, and food. Prior to joining Bata India Limited, he served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Britannia Industries.

Over the course of his professional journey, he has worked across multiple functions encompassing sales, marketing, and supply chain. He has played a key role in both turnaround and growth initiatives. At Britannia, he also led the International Business and was instrumental in architecting one of the company’s most impactful strategy and business transformation initiatives.

Gunjan holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering from VJTI, Mumbai, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kolkata.

Ramkumar Narayanan | EVP, Head of India and Philippines,AI technology Enablement,FIS 

Ramkumar Narayanan is a global leader focusing on data driven, digital product innovation spanning consumer and enterprise markets. He brings a vast experience in product development, product management and product marketing having led both new market entry and turnaround of existing business areas. He has been an advisor to Enterprises, large and small, in the arena of digital transformation, product strategy and product marketing. 

Ram is currently EVP Technology & Services at FIS India and Philippines. Prior to joining FIS, he served in global leadership positions at VMware, eBay, Yahoo! and Microsoft. He started his career in the auto industry in US developing software solutions for design and packaging of automotive suspension and powertrain systems. 

Ram formerly served on the Executive Council of NASSCOM and was Chairperson NASSCOM Product/Deep Tech Council.

Ramkumar Narayanan holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, M.S. in Mechanical Engineering & MBA from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Sarika Naik | Group Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer and Member of the Group Executive Committee at Capgemini Group

Sarika is the Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer and a member of the Executive Committee at Capgemini Group. She leads the company’s global strategy for diversity and inclusion, as well as social and environmental sustainability.

With more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Sarika brings deep expertise in strategic management, brand evolution, and client engagement. She previously served as Capgemini India’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chairperson for Diversity & Inclusion, roles in which she strengthened the company’s brand, built high-performing teams, and drove impactful, data-driven initiatives.

Sarika is passionate about using technology to create a more inclusive and sustainable future. She firmly believes that business success and societal well-being go hand-in-hand, and she is committed to advancing Capgemini’s agenda for people, the planet, and society.

Steven Puri | Founder & CEO,The Sukha Company

Steven Puri — a rare blend of Hollywood storyteller, tech entrepreneur, and remote work pioneer. From producing blockbusters like Independence Day and Star Trek to building platforms that help people focus and connect in the digital age, Steven’s journey spans visual effects, studio leadership, and startups like Centered and The Sukha Company. He’s spent his life at the intersection of creativity and productivity

Piya  is a seasoned compliance and governance leader with over 25 years of experience across banking, oil & gas, aerospace, and IT/OT automation. 

A recognized expert in anti-corruption, fraud detection, third-party risk, and high-risk market oversight, Piya has led enterprise-wide monitoring systems, complex investigations, and compliance integration during M&As.

Beyond her corporate role, Piya is committed to empowering women in leadership. She actively mentors emerging leaders on executive presence, personal branding, and career growth, and contributes to corporate boards and advisory committees shaping the future of compliance and governance.

Dr. Corinne Auman is a recognized gerontologist with over 20 years of experience working directly with older adults and their families and the author of Keenagers: Telling a New Story about Aging.

She is a Nationally Certified Guardian, Certified Senior Advisor, and an Advanced Professional member of the Aging LifeCare Association. She received her Ph.D. from NC State University, where she studied developmental psychology with a specialty in adulthood and aging.

Dr. Auman speaks to audiences about aging in America the real world impact of age bias.

As a gerontologist with a profound commitment to making a difference, Dr. Auman continues to champion the cause of older adults and their families. Her multifaceted approach, encompassing caregiving, education, activism, and authorship, positions her as a true advocate for a new narrative around aging.

Ambi is a  Brand Strategist and Founder Brand-Building.com a Brand Advisory. He has authored twelve books  with the latest one titled'All The World's A Stage - A Personal Branding Story' and 'Marketing Mixology' [June 2025].

Ambi served as the President of AAAI [2014-16] and President of Ad Club Bombay [2003–05]. He served on the Board of Governors of IIMC
 

Dr.Sabhyata Gupta | Chairperson, Gynae-Cology and Gynaec Oncology, Medanta-The Medicity, Gurgaon, ranked as the top private hospital in India  

• Dr. Sabhyata Gupta is the Chairperson of Gynaecology and Gynae-Oncology at Medanta, Gurugram, and a pioneering figure in her field.
• She is notably the first gynecologist in India to perform robotic gynaecological surgery for both cancerous and benign conditions.
• With extensive expertise in robotic surgery, gynaec oncology, colposcopy, advanced gynaec laparoscopy, and hysteroscopy, Dr. Gupta is a leader in providing cutting-edge treatments for women’s health.
• Her qualifications include an MD in Gynecology, specialized training in Robotic Gynaecological Surgery, a Diploma in Gynaecological Endoscopic Surgery, and advanced training in uro-gynaecological oncology.
• She has also completed the Indo-German Training Course in Advanced Endoscopic Surgery in Gynecology.
• Dr. Gupta has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious ‘Arch of Excellence Award (Medicare)’ at the All India Achievers’ Conference in 2009.
• She is an esteemed member of several renowned organizations, including the International Gynaecological Cancer Society, the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology, the Federation of Obstetrics & Gynaecological Societies of India, and the Indian Medical Association.

Specializing in Gynecologic Oncology, Dr. Gupta possesses profound expertise in a wide array of procedures such as:

• Robotic Gynecological Surgery
• Advanced Gynecological Laparoscopy
• Hysteroscopy
• Colposcopy

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Awards & Recognitions 

Dr. Sabhyata Gupta has received numerous awards for her work and contribution to Medical Science. The most remarkable awards are-

• She won the Bharat Jyoti Award from the “India International Friendship Society” in Delhi in 2009.
• In 2009, she was facilitated with the Bharat Excellence Award & Gold Medal by the “Friendship Forum of India”, in Delhi.
• In the same year itself, she was conferred with the Gold Medal for the Rising Personalities of India by “The International Penguin Publishing House” in Delhi.
• She also won the Gold Award in the category Pride of India from the house of “Friendship Forum Of India” in Delhi in 2009.
• Last but not the least, she won the Arch of Excellence Award (Medicare) at the All India Achievers conference in Delhi in 2009.

Anna Radulovski is an award-winning founder, investor, startup mentor, and author of Chief in Tech: How Women Are Breaking the Silicon Ceiling and Leading with Impact.

She is the Founder & Global CEO of WomenTech Network, a global community spanning over 150,000 members across 179 countries. Anna is also the visionary behind the Women in Tech Global Conference, the Chief in Tech Summit, and the Startup & Innovation Summit (SIS)—flagship platforms renowned for advancing diverse leadership and fostering inclusive innovation in tech.

Anna has spoken in Fortune 50 boardrooms and on global stages including TechEx North America in Silicon Valley and the Dublin Tech Summit. She has also led high-impact engagements alongside major events such as Web Summit, MWC Barcelona, and official United Nations gatherings—sparking bold conversations around inclusive leadership, ethical innovation, and the future of technology.

As a trusted startup mentor and angel investor, Anna has supported over 100 early-stage founders, guiding them in strategy, growth, and leadership development. She serves on the boards of Coding Girls and Executive Women in Tech (EWIT), and is a Director at the Founder Institute, where she actively mentors the next generation of global tech leaders.

Featured in Forbes, Bloomberg TV, and Fortune, Anna is recognized as a leading voice in technology, whose insights continue to empower professionals and reshape the landscape of leadership.

Amplifying the voices of 15 million women in tech worldwide.

Ms. Manjari Jaruhar is one of the first five women police officers in India and the first from the state of Bihar. She has recently published her memoirs, 'Madam Sir'. It has been well received and has become a best seller. 
Ms. Manjari Jaruhar was a former Advisor to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), based in New Delhi. She was the Chief Coordinator with the Indian Music Industry (IMI) and is a Senior Advisor to 9.9 Media. Recently she became Advisor to the Committee on Private Security Industry at FICCI. 
Ms. Manjari Jaruhar retired as Special Director General of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). She was selected for the Indian Police Service (IPS), the elite crime prevention and law enforcement cadre of the Indian Civil Service, in 1976 and has held positions in the State Governments of Bihar and Jharkhand, the National Police Academy (NPA), the CISF and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). She has led teams in a wide range of complex and challenging assignments that have prepared her for a career in the private and social sector. From fighting crime to administering a massive organisation, Ms. Jaruhar has shown exemplary leadership in a domain traditionally dominated by men. She is the recipient of the Government of India’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service and the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service. She was awarded the Director General’s Commendation Disc for outstanding service twice in the CISF and once when she was with the CRPF.
Specialties: Security and protection of large undertakings, recruitment and personnel management, management of training and all gender related issues
After the enactment of the law on Sexual Harassment at the Work Place she has been invited frequently to share her experiences by several organizations. She also addresses on gender sensitization, safety & security and legal awareness of women.
She visited Afghanistan on the invitation of OXFAM and Research Institute of Women Peace and Security, to help them understand changes and improvements required for raising an effective women police force.

SRI KAZA is a seasoned business leader and small business advocate with a background in corporate strategy and entrepreneurship. After earning degrees from the University of Michigan and Northwestern, he began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Blue Martini Software before advising Fortune 500 companies at McKinsey & Co.

He later transitioned to executive roles, including a leadership position at Viking Cruises, before shifting his focus to small business support. Sri founded Talytica, a data analytics startup that helped small businesses assess job applicants, and led the employment tax credit division at Tax Credit Co. (now part of Experian), supporting thousands of businesses in securing government incentives. Most recently, as CEO of ForwardLine Financial, he scaled the private equity-owned company and guided its sale to new investors.

His book, Unconvention, draws on this extensive experience, challenging conventional corporate thinking and empowering small businesses to succeed by staying true to their unique strengths.

Hanna D. Bauer ignites an evolution of organizational excellence! She teaches how to improve your organization's positive impact and how to fulfill human potential and maximize profits, CAN coexist—the result: Resilience for your workforce and competitive market positioning.

Her speaking, and consulting objectives will bring awareness of your organization's systems for results-driven learning that speaks to the HEART of your organization.

Her Entrepreneurial and Non-profit endeavors have taken her to the local, state, and national levels of leadership. Her passion for innovation, impact, and transformation drew her to serve and be elected Chair of various Boards of Directors. 

As the CEO of HEARTnomics Enterprises, she serves in bridging the gap from where you are to where you want to be amid turbulence. Re-discover your passion, accelerate your learning and maximize your effectiveness!

ANGELA FOSTER | Award-winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach

Angela Foster is an award-winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker, and Host of the top-rated global podcast, High Performance Health. She is also the creator of BioSyncing® a unique program designed specifically for women who want to optimise every aspect of their physical, mental and spiritual health for high performance in business and life. 

As a former partner at a large law firm, Angela is no stranger to long working hours and a high-pressure environment. Angela left the world of corporate law after a serious illness in 2014 and used integrative health practices and biohacking to rebuild her physical, mental, and spiritual health. After working with thousands of women, Angela has found that optimal health is the foundation of high performance. 

When she went on her own health journey, Angela struggled to find all the information she needed in one place. With so much information, it felt confusing and overwhelming. So in 2022, Angela launched her women’s biohacking membership, High Performance Health Collective, to give you the Health Coach in your pocket. 

The High Performance Health Collective is an exclusive community of women that provides you with the latest science, biohacks, and expert tools you need to step into your most empowered future self by embracing and syncing with your female physiology.

39 years of experience in academia, research, Defence, VC in universities, Mentor of startups and contributing to cutting-edge technology development. Currently serving as the Group Vice Chancellor of RB University, Former VC of Amity,Symbiosis

Academic & Research Excellence:-

Double PhDs (Engineering - IIT Delhi, Management)
M.Tech & PhD (Engineering) - IIT Delhi | MBA & Multiple PG Diplomas in Management
B.Tech - Electronics & Communications, Aeronautical Engineering, Satellite Communications
MS in Counselling & Psychotherapy | Distinction Holder & Batch Topper

An author of 7 books, widely-referenced 2 popular titles Concepts and Applications of Microwave Engineering and Wave Propagation and Antenna Engineering, my book extensively used in IITs, NITs, and competitive exams across India. Additionally, Contributed numerous research papers to national and international journals.
Military  & Strategic Leardership:-

A proud veteran of the Indian Air Force (IAF), I have served in prestigious roles, including:
Commanding Officer | Station Commander | Air Officer Commanding as Air Commodore 
Led multi-crore projects at DRDO, Amity, ISRO, NIC, Space Applications Centre, DEAL & DARE, 
Spearheaded satellite communication, radar technology, and electronic warfare innovations
Projects handled by the World Bank, DST, ICSSR,DBT, ICAR, and Indo-German Science & 
Technology Centre, JSPS, etc

Awards & Recognitions:- 
Vishisht Seva Medal - Awarded by Former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee on Republic Day 2016
Commendation Medal by the Chief of the Air Staff
Commendation Medal by Air Officer Commanding in Chief
Bihar Gaurav Samman - Awarded by Shri Ram Nath Kovind (Former President Governorof Bihar)
Bharat Vidya Shiromani Award | Lifetime Achievement Award
No.1 Ranking - Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 2018 (Received from Shri Prakash Javadekar)
Recognized for drone technology innovation by Former CM Dr. Raman Singh and Youth Icon Virender Sehwag

 Dedicated to helping high-achieving women and conscious leaders rewire their minds, overcome imposter syndrome, and lead with grounded confidence and purpose.

Core Focus: Mind Mastery • Whole-Being Leadership • Organizational Transformation • Self-Empowerment & Spiritual Growth

Her forthcoming book, From Mastering Your Mind to Mastering Your Life, and her signature keynote, The Mind Mastery Solution™, integrate neuroscience, practical psychology, and metaphysics to teach individuals and organizations how to identify limiting beliefs, reprogram thought patterns, and align daily actions with their highest potential.

As the creator of the Self-Empowerment Breakthrough (SEB) Process™, Dr. Sue guides clients through a powerful five-phase framework—Reflect, Reimagine, Release, Reprogram, and Recreate—to create lasting personal and professional transformation. Originally designed for personal mastery, this process now drives leadership and culture development, helping organizations rewire imposter culture and embody Whole-Being Leadership.

Dr. Sue brings a rigorous professional background as an attorney (Florida Bar) and as Emeritus Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at Georgia State University, where she taught leadership, organizational management, and change to leaders in high-performance fields. Her work as a police legal trainer and consultant to law enforcement organizations further shaped her evidence-based approach, emphasizing integrity, decision-making, and accountability.

In addition to her professional and academic accomplishments, Dr. Sue is an Ordained Metaphysical Minister, Reiki Master Teacher, energy healer, and certified mindfulness meditation instructor. Her unique integration of science, strategy, and spirit empowers clients and audiences to achieve sustainable transformation in every dimension of their lives.

Chip is a globally recognized keynote speaker and event partner known for creating transformative, high-impact experiences. With nearly three decades of proven success and more than 1,000 presentations delivered across eight countries, every Canadian province, and every U.S. state, he brings unparalleled energy, engagement, and expertise to the stage.

For six years, Chip served as the international point man for Tony Robbins in the USA, Australia, and the UK—an experience that shaped his dynamic, results-driven approach. His impressive client portfolio includes world-class organizations such as Apple Inc., L'Oréal, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Dow Inc., General Motors, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Bank of Montreal, and more than 100 leading associations.

Specializing in high-energy, interactive, and customized keynotes, Chip is known for opening and closing events with exceptional impact. His programs are designed to inspire participants to elevate their mindset, reignite their vision, and prioritize their most valuable asset—their energy. His signature “Bookending” Experience and Breaking Barriers Board Break session are widely praised for creating powerful momentum that carries beyond the event itself.

More than a speaker, Chip is a strategic partner who invests in understanding each client’s goals, ensuring every presentation is aligned with their vision and business objectives. His commitment to excellence consistently makes him a trusted choice for organizations seeking lasting transformation and extraordinary event outcomes.

A biochemist turned citizen leader has spent over a decade transforming Bengaluru’s waste systems from the ground up. Her work embodies a hopeful vision for climate action and sustainability, showing how knowledge, determination, and leadership can tackle the global climate challenge.

A TEDx speaker, and  continues to advocate for strong policy implementation and behavioral change. Her resilience, adaptability, and hands-on leadership have made her a recognized force in environmental sustainability—one who tirelessly inspires others to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future

Dr Rima Ghose Chowdhury | President & CHRO, CSR Leader, Datamatics

 Dr. Rima holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology and a Ph.D. in Leadership from DY Patil University. Trained in Gallup Strengths Coaching in the UK, she has received numerous HR Excellence Awards, including ‘India's Greatest CHRO 2023-24 by Asia One and '50 Most Influential HR Tech Leaders' at the World HRD Congress.

 As President & Global CHRO, CSR Leader, Dr Rima Ghose Chowdhury leads Datamatics People agenda globally, with operations in the US, India, the Middle East, Europe, and the Philippines. A firm believer in the balance of Hi-Tech and Hi-Touch culture, Dr Rima is an active proponent of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the workplace, and is also a workplace social systems designer focusing on holistic Wellbeing of her staff.

Dr Rima leads various Transformational Leadership Programs at Datamatics, bringing breakthrough performance amongst senior leaders and high performers in the organization. She is also the creator of the Datamatics Diversity Charter (DDC), with initiatives like (Wo)Mentoring, ‘Coffee Cake Candid Chats’, and ‘Welcome Back' to promote dialogue for an inclusive workplace that nurtures differences. 

A seasoned HR leader and Practitioner with over twenty-five years of experience in Corporate and Academia, Dr. Rima has been instrumental in building Technology and Leadership capabilities in enterprises like IBM, Sony Pictures, and Quinnox. In the past, she held the position of Professor and Head of Department – HR, at a reputed B-school in Mumbai, with an additional responsibility of leading and facilitating Management course delivery for the Indian Defence forces. 

Dr. Rima has been an International Mentor for Middlesex University London, and is also a trained Trainer by Sony Pictures, UK on Energy Project, a flagship intervention of Sony Group to promote wellbeing for staff. As a Trainer and Facilitator, she has delivered over 5,000 person-hours of training in Leadership masterclass, HR Analytics, Enhancing Personal Effectiveness & Mentoring.

She has received numerous HR Excellence Awards, including ‘Global Women in Leadership’ Awards by the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT), Confederation of Indian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (CIMSME), India's Greatest CHRO 2023-24 list by Asia One, '50 Most Influential HR Tech Leaders', at World HRD Congress.

& Managing Partner,Good Protein Fund

Jayesh was a Co-Founder of Sony Entertainment Television, a major multibillion-dollar television network of Sony Pictures Entertainment.

He was a Managing Partner for Jungle Ventures Fund, a pan-Asian venture capital technology fund in Singapore.

Jayesh is a Managing Partner of Good Protein Fund, a VC fund in Singapore that invests worldwide in Alternative Protein deep-technology startups.He is on the Advisory Board of a nonprofit Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital in India which performs over 140,000 cataract eye surgeries every year, 80% of which

are free of charge to the patients. Jayesh spent over 12 years in IBM and was part of the team in Singapore thatbrought IBM back to India.He holds a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from MS University of Baroda and a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He completed The University of Texas at Austin’s Tower Fellows program.Jayesh is a published author of a book: ‘What Shall We Do With All This Money? Inspiring Perspectives on Wealth’.

Nidhi Dhanju holds a 2004 - 2007 PhD in Human Resource and Organization Development at University of Minnesota.

Mr. Sanghavi - a Polymer Engineer with a Leadership course from IIM-A took the reins of the company at the mere age of 24 yrs. With his vision, dedication, focus and sharp strategies, he along with his team, led the company from Rs.8 Cr to more than Rs.450 Cr within a decade and a half.

Under his guidance, Nilon’s has built itself from a pickle company to a food solution company and is presently placed between Number 1 to 3 on a national scale in almost 8 categories. His passion for food has made him deliver the finest recipes to the consumers not just in India but across the global diaspora. The company now boasts of three large state-of-the-art manufacturing plants on a global scale.

Today, Nilon’s has become a professionally driven, data-centric, global scale business, yet carefully bound by the spirit of entrepreneurship along with its spirit to deliver love and passion along with its products.

He strongly believes that “Don’t enter the business with the thought that you own it. Learn from those around you. You can turn your ambitions into reality only if you take people along. The most important ingredient for a successful business is to put the right people on top. Once you have that, the rest falls into place.”

Sanjay Tripathy | Co-Founder & CEO,BRISKPE- 

Sanjay Tripathy, a distinguished Stanford GSB alumnus, is the Co-Founder and CEO of BRISKPE, a pioneering cross-border payment startup specializing in serving MSMEs. As a seasoned fintech entrepreneur, his core mission revolves around revolutionizing B2B cross-border payments through the strategic deployment of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, and innovative payment pathways. His vision encompasses the delivery of cost-efficient, rapid payment solutions coupled with seamless accessibility, comprehensive payment tracking, and robust compliance mechanisms.

With over 30 years of illustrious experience spanning six diverse industries, Sanjay stands as one of India's most decorated marketers. His expertise spans the realms of Marketing, Sales, E-commerce, Digital, Partnerships, and Strategy, making him a versatile leader. His influence extends across various industry verticals, including FMCG, Consumer goods, Telecom, and financial services, across multiple regions including India, South Asia, and North America.

Sanjay is a renowned thought leader, particularly in the Digital, Marketing, E-commerce, FinTech, and Insurtech domains. He is a frequent keynote speaker at industry gatherings and startup events. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, he has also thrived as a successful Angel Investor, with investments in over 20 startups.

His contributions extend to nurturing more than 30 startups, aiding them in scaling up and establishing sustainable business models. During his tenure at Agilio, his previous company, he executed disruptive strategies, collaborated with government entities, and ensured 100% regulatory compliance across diverse domains. Moreover, Sanjay has lent his expertise as an InsurTech and FinTech consultant to prominent firms such as McKinsey, BCG, and various analyst and venture capital funds.

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Shailendra Pratap Jain is Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing and International Business at the Foster School of Business, University of Washington, Seattle. He has held faculty positions at Indiana University’s Kelley School, University of Rochester’s Simon School, Cornell University’s Johnson School, University of Western Ontario’s Ivey School, Cambridge University’s Judge School, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and BITS School of Management, Mumbai. Well-known for his widely published scholarship in consumer psychology, Dr. Jain has extensive publishing and editorial experience in top marketing journals and has won many executive and graduate (MBA) teaching awards. Prior to his academic career, he worked in corporate sales, brand management, and advertising and is associated with several noted marketing campaigns.

Shalini Sarin Jain is an Associate Professor of Management and the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Milgard School of Business, University of Washington, Tacoma. Her research on social issues in management examines business’s social, ethical, and stakeholder equity strategies and their implications on financial and social performance. She has published articles on gender representation and compensation parity in top management, corporate response to mandatory CSR regulation, and how system justification beliefs predict observer expectations of transparency, response to and sanction of allegations of sexual misconduct, and choice between sustaining livelihoods or saving lives during COVID. Dr. Jain teaches courses in business and society, ethics, and CSR at the undergraduate and MBA levels and has extensive industry, government, and non-profit experience.

Harjeet Joshi is the former Chairperson and Managing Director of the Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., the largest national shipping company in India. As a motivational and creative leader, Harjeet played a crucial role in empowering every individual in the organization to enable them to deliver efficiently and creatively towards organizational goals. In addition, Harjeet also held the charge of Director (Finance) at the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI). 

She has also held the additional charge of Managing Director, India Ports Global Limited, and Chairperson, India Ports Global Chabahar Free Zone. 

Prior to her association with the Maritime Industry, Harjeet was working in Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) where she was leading the finance division responsible for all financial activities and decisions in the largest gas producing asset, an Exploration Business group and in engineering services which handled the largest capex and investment plans of offshore construction projects. Harjeet also has intense overseas project experience in the acquisition of overseas acreages in ONGC Videsh Ltd, the 2nd largest Indian E&P Company.

After completing her M.Com from Delhi University, Harjeet earned an MBA in Financial Management and HR Management from IGNOU. She is a Fellow Cost and Management Accountant from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India.

Chinmay is an HR leader with 22 years of diverse experience in organizations like Procter & Gamble (2003-2012), Philip Morris International (2012-2020) and Glaxo Smithkline (Dec 2020 – till date)

Chinmay has done roles across HR domains (Factory HR, Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Business Partnering) at Country, Region and Global level. He is very passionate about driving change and has a successful track record in shaping inclusive, diverse and performance driven work cultures by developing people and helping them identify their purpose in alignment with the company vision. He is also an accomplished coach focusing on enhancing personal leadership and performance effectiveness. He was recognized by HRD Asia magazine as “Top 20 Asia HR Directors in 2020” and “India’s Most Impactful CXOs” by ET Now in 2023.

Chinmay is currently transitioning to a new role as HR Business Leader for Performance Emerging Markets for GSK and is in process of relocating to London. Prior to this, he was the CHRO for GSK India where he successfully led the cultural transformation of a 100 years legacy company to become an agile, innovative and technology driven organization with thriving talents and leaders.

Chinmay has lived and worked in India, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Switzerland. He got educated at Rajasthan University, Jaipur; SCMHRD (Symbiosis, Pune) and Cornell University, New York. He enjoys playing Tennis, listening to Indian semi-classical music & loves reading autobiographies.

Mr. R. S. Subramanian is currently the SVP for South Asia and Managing Director of DHL Express India. He is also a member of the DHL Express Asia Pacific Management Board. With over 30 years of experience in both product-led and service industries, Mr. Subramanian possesses extensive expertise in business strategy, marketing, team development and customer management. 

He joined DHL Express India as the Head of Sales, subsequently moving up to the position of Vice President, South Asia Cluster (RoSA), where he managed operations in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Maldives and Bhutan. He played a key role in restructuring and developing DHL’s operations in these markets.

 In 2010, he was appointed Managing Director of DHL Express India. Under his direction, the business experienced significant growth and established itself as a market leader. His emphasis on major investments in best-in-class infrastructure, state-of-the-art technology and strong people processes has been instrumental in driving this success.

Under his leadership, DHL Express India has won many accolades and is today recognized and respected as a best practices organization. The company has consistently featured in India’s Best Companies to Work For list by GPTW (Great Places to Work) since 2012.

Prior to DHL, Subramanian spent 14 years at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., where he held various roles in sales, marketing and export management. 

Subramanian is a graduate in Industrial Engineering and holds a Master’s in Management from IIM Bangalore. He is also Gold Certified in First Choice, DHL Group's internal quality program based on the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology. Furthermore, Subramanian is the Vice Chairman of the Express Industry Council of India (EICI) and is part of the Advisory Council of Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC).

Bhavana Mittal | Co-Founder,  Executive Director, Chief Growth Officer 

Bert labs

Awarded Marketing, Media, Digital professional, Speaker, Advisory Board Member and Jury member for various industry associations, Yoga teacher (YT200) with 25+ years of experience. At Bert Labs, Bhavana plays a crucial role with intertwined functions. She serves as the visionary leader, setting the strategic direction for the company and ensuring that its mission aligns with the rapidly evolving tech landscape. She provides overall guidance, supervises the executive team, and maintain a strong connection with the board of directors to secure support for innovative ventures.
On the other hand, at Bert Labs Bhavana fuels growth in the dynamic environment. She identifies opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue through the introduction of Bert Platform Solution and products in the market. She keeps a keen eye on market trends, harnessing data analytics to inform product development and marketing strategies, and fostering customer engagement to ensure the company's offerings are precisely tailored to meet emerging requirements. Bhavana drives the leadership team that balances visionary direction with actionable growth initiatives, propelling Bert Labs to success in the competitive tech landscape.
Her career trajectory prior to Bert Labs has been:
VP (Head) – Media and Digital at RPSG Group where Bhavana worked across all the Group businesses, including Saregama Caravan, Too Yumm!, Naturali, Spencer’s, Nature’s Basket, Fortune India, Open, Hello! Magazine, RPSG Sports (including Lucknow SuperGiants)
Regional Head – Media, Digital and Communication, South Asia at Reckitt Benckiser, working across Digital and Media for all brands including Dettol, Durex, Harpic, Lizol, Vanish, Veet etc. Was a part of the integration team for Mead Johnson into RB. India represenative for Digital CoE
Head – Media and CSR, India Sub-continent for GSK Consumer Healthcare, working across all brands including Horlicks, Boost, Eno, Crocin, Iodex, etc. Launched Sensodyne in India successfully. Headed Indirect Procurement for the initial 2 years. Was a part of the integration team for Novartisinto GSKCH. Led Global taskforce for strategic initiatives Manager and Head, Media Audit as part of Accenture Consulting. Set up the practice for Indian and International Clients
Media Director/Head of Media at Cheil Communications, for Samsung and Hyundai business. Launched Samsung Mobile phones and LEDs, Samsung Side-by-side refrigerators, Hyundai Tuscon and Hyundai Sonata during her stint Media Director at Initiative Media for LG, Revlon and Nestle business Manager at Maximize (GroupM) for NIIT, Electrolux, JK Tyres business Media Supervisor at Universal McCann for Reckitt Benckiser, Indiatimes Media Executive at Saatchi & Saatchi, launched Hyundai, Santro and Accent in India Industry

With a strong foundation in strategic financial planning, operational management, and risk mitigation, bringing over 23 years of experience in the financial services.

She brings with her two decades of core financial management experience. 

Maheen believes that Faurecia India is contributing to the overall growth of the #automotiveindustry in the country as it employs more than 4,000 employees and plays an important role in both, the #Manufacturing as well as the Engineering sectors. Faurecia Interior Technologies, Seating and Exhaust Systems work on solutions to increase passenger safety, comfort, lower emissions and improve air quality. All the entities of Faurecia, work towards sustainabledevelopment and are leading #innovations that would shape the future of mobility. Maheen is committed to leveraging her knowledge and experience and is also keen to develop future leaders.

Maheen looks forward to becoming an important contributor to Faurecia’s progress in India and across the world.

Sulajja is an Indian entrepreneur. She recently formed a JV with Tonino Lamborghini, SpA, to bring global design and technology for electric and solar golf carts and tourism vehicles, which will be manufactured in India and marketed globally.

She is also the Vice Chairperson of Kinetic Engineering Ltd. She is responsible for Kinetic Group's overall business strategy and development. Kinetic Group's business interests include Automobile Manufacturing, auto components (including Powertrain Systems), Green Energy, Multilevel parking solutions, and elevators and escalators. Kinetic's partners include companies like Hyundai, Lamborghini, Taigene Electrical, Magna etc.

Before joining Kinetic Motor Company, she worked for a period of four years with an investment analytics company, BARRA International, based in California. She played a significant role in setting up the operations of the Kinetic Motor Company in India. Sulajja played a significant role in designing and implementing new strategies for the company. She is also performing the role of the Director of Kinetic Motor Company and Kinetic Green Energy Limited. She is in charge of the Group's overall business development activities.

Sulajja is an Indian entrepreneur. She recently formed a JV with Tonino Lamborghini, SpA, to bring global design and technology for electric and solar golf carts and tourism vehicles, which will be manufactured in India and marketed globally.

She is also the Vice Chairperson of Kinetic Engineering Ltd. She is responsible for Kinetic Group's overall business strategy and development. Kinetic Group's business interests include Automobile Manufacturing, auto components (including Powertrain Systems), Green Energy, Multilevel parking solutions, and elevators and escalators. Kinetic's partners include companies like Hyundai, Lamborghini, Taigene Electrical, Magna etc.

Before joining Kinetic Motor Company, she worked for a period of four years with an investment analytics company, BARRA International, based in California. She played a significant role in setting up the operations of the Kinetic Motor Company in India. Sulajja played a significant role in designing and implementing new strategies for the company. She is also performing the role of the Director of Kinetic Motor Company and Kinetic Green Energy Limited. She is in charge of the Group's overall business development activities.

Bill Benjamin | Founder Institute for Health & Human Potential

Bill Benjamin is a top Emotional Intelligence keynote speaker and a thought leader on the subjects of leadership and peak performance. He is a regular contributor to CEO magazine, Training Magazine as well as other leadership publications.

Bill has an authentic approach that resonates with the audience and especially with those that might be typically resistant to the important relationship between ‘soft-skills’ and exceptional leadership. A natural storyteller, he balances anecdotes with science and research to engage all types of participants. When he is not speaking, Bill spends time working with senior leaders and their teams at Fortune 500 companies helping them overcome the barriers that often hold them back from reaching their full potential.

Some of Bill’s engagements include Fortune 1000 and strategic clients such as ExxonMobil, United Airlines, Home Depot, Procter & Gamble and Northwestern Mutual.

As a math and computer science guy, Bill discovered the power of managing emotions while he was working in the technology industry. Bill is very honest and vulnerable when it comes to the struggles he had early in his career as a leader. He was so impressed by the Institute for Health and Human Potential [IHHP]’s brain science-based approach to Emotional Intelligence, and even more so by its practical applications, that he became a partner in the company. Now that’s commitment!

A disruptor, thought leader and catalyst for transformational behavioural change, his expertise is sought by organisations worldwide.

Trusted by clients for three decades, Jim’s focus and deep expertise lies in the symbiosis of productivity and sustainability, particularly for business leaders, executives and high potential next generation teams. Through high impact, highly engaging events, he helps organisations cultivate thriving, resilient workforces that consistently deliver exceptional results.

HP Lab is Jim’s research and experimentation resource, on a perpetual quest for innovative solutions to address the dynamic challenges of today’s fast-paced business landscape. It allows him to lean into the cutting edge of performance psychology and neuroscience to experiment and build ever more incisive and bespoke services.

Through speaking events, workshops and education programmes Jim translates data and science backed insights into actionable leadership development and high performance team building.

Whether developing high potentials or high performing teams, Jim inspires his audiences to incorporate holistic performance strategies that connect to the future of work into their everyday practices. This creates tangible business results that endure long after the mood of the conference has passed.

He’s a regular speaker at the prestigious London Business School and works with the University of British Columbia developing digital learning programmes.

Sonal joined EPL in June, 2023 as the Global CHRO. She has more than 19 years of diverse experience in FMCG, Health Care, Information services and EdTech sector. 

Prior to this role, Sonal was Head of People, Asia Pacific at Coursera. Sonal has also worked in various capacities for Johnson & Johnson, Unilever and Wipro Technologies.

A well-known name in the HR community, Sonal has been recognized as one of the “10 Best CPOs in India 2023” by TradeFlock and was honoured as a “Top 100 HR Leader for 40under40” by Bombay in 2018. She was facilitated as “Inspirational Women Leader 2024 by Transformance Forum”. 

She was featured as Top 10 Best Women CHRO by Women Entrepreneur Magazine 2024" along with Most Iconic HR Leaders 2024 by World HRD Congress" She is a core member of CII National Committee for Leadership and HR and Forbes Council 2024. Her expertise extends beyond borders, as she has held roles and engaged teams across markets such as the Americas, Japan, Europe, Middle East, South East Asia, Africa, Australia and South Asia. Sonal holds a graduate degree in Civil Engineering for Jamia Millia Islamia and MBA in Human Resources from University Business School, Panjab University.She hold certifications and accreditations such as ICF ACC Certified Coach, Hogan Assessor, Hays Assessor, and Chartered MCIPD

TJ grew up in Westchester, NY and played soccer and tennis. He was also in the Junior Olympics for fencing. TJ attended college at the University of Virginia where he continued fencing, becoming the State Foil Fencing Collegiate Champion. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with concentrations in Marketing and Finance from UVa's McIntire School of Commerce. TJ had successful careers in high tech, banking, and pharmaceutical financial management, before transitioning full time to community service and being a stay at home dad. TJ was elected to Morrisville Town Council where he served from 2013-2017, and was elected Mayor in 2017 and re-elected in 2021.

Mayor TJ enjoys coaching youth sports, supporting volunteer efforts of all types, serving on both national and local boards/advisory committees and spending time with his wife, three children and two dogs

Manish Makhijani steps in as the Chief Executive Officer of the Hygiene Care Division at RSPL Group, bringing a wealth of expertise in business strategy, consumer insights, and marketing. A seasoned leader with global exposure, he has also shared his knowledge as a guest lecturer at esteemed institutions across India.

With nearly two decades at Unilever, Manish has played a key role in driving strategic growth, alongside experience at Starcom and Blue Star Limited. His appointment marks a pivotal step in RSPL Group’s expansion in the hygiene care sector.

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they assist married entrepreneurs  create better work/life balance by structuring the business to scale while giving precious time back to the owner to invest into their marriage and family.

Robert received his marketing degree from San Jose State University and experienced 25 successful years in sales/marketing with companies such as Coca-Cola, Novartis Pharmaceutical and Bristol-Myers Squibb. He played instrumental roles in the launch of six major brands and a recipient of national sales and leadership awards. His business acumen allows him to help family businesses build a more profitable, efficient and sustainable company.

Kay Lee Fukui earned her business degree from the University of La Verne. She worked in the banking industry for many years and in her family business as operations manager for over 10 years before meeting the love of her life, Robert. She understands the highs and lows of running a family business and the sacrifices the owners make; often at the expense of marriage and family. Her passion is to see marriages flourish in the midst of building a profitable business and to help the entrepreneur couple understand that you don’t have to sacrifice the marriage and family for the business.

Together, they have developed an innovative consulting program, Power Couples by DesignTM, which equips the married entrepreneur to build a Thriving Marriage AND Prosperous Business. They have also authored the book, Tandem: The married entrepreneurs’ guide for greater work-life balance.

Venkataramana is a conglomerate with diverse interests in areas like iron, steel, and secondary manufacturing. He is a management graduate from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, and has a career spanning high-profile organizations like Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T). He is known for his leadership in driving business performance and his frequent speaking engagements on topics ranging from motivational and leadership skills to technological innovation and manufacturing practices. 

Tentu Venkataramana has a track record of developing innovative technologies, inspiring teams, and driving significant business growth, as seen in his previous roles at BHEL and L&T. 

He is a sought-after speaker on topics related to leadership, management, and technology, with over 10,000 hours of speaking experience. He has spoken at prestigious events and platforms like the Economic Times (India), Manufacturing Today (India), and the International Forge Master Meet. 

Tentu Venkataramana has received two awards from the President of India for his innovative energy conservation technologies in 2015 and 2017. He has also been recognized as an "Inspirational Icon for Young Generation". 

He is actively involved in industry events and conferences, including Fabex25 in Pune, where he discussed the synergy between Operational Excellence, ESG, and Industry 4.0. 

He is actively involved in transforming JR Group into a world-class conglomerate, driving improvements in business performance, departmentalization, turnover, and net worth. 

He is the author of the upcoming book "Rewrite Your Future," shared on LinkedIn. 

Arnab Banerjee is the Chief Operating Officer at CEAT Limited. He has a total of over 30 years of experience, during which he has worked at CEAT, Marico, and Berger Paints. Arnab is an alumnus of the Harvard Business School, IIM Kolkata, and IIT Kharagpur. He joined CEAT in the year 2005 as Vice President, Sales and Marketing. Under his leadership, CEAT has seen innovations in marketing initiatives, Sales and distribution strategies, manufacturing flexibility, and seamless Supply Chain processes over the last 15 years. Everything about customers is his passion. He also takes an interest in numismatics, photography, high-altitude trekking, and long-distance running.

Bobby Dutton, an entrepreneur and philanthropist who has pioneered innovative event design and operational strategies in the live events industry. His concept of "pilot thinking" offers a unique approach to achieving happiness and efficiency.

Bobby, being a licensed commercial pilot, brings a fresh perspective that could intrigue your audience. He can provide actionable insights on leadership and success by drawing parallels from both the aviation and event management sectors.

His work has impacted 2.5M+ people across 47 states and counting. He love helping organizations, colleges, and businesses create experiences that energize, inspire, and drive results.He  also help teams and leaders work smarter, move faster, and thrive under pressure. Whether it’s time management, team efficiency, or building a culture of creativity, He bring insights from event production, engineering, music, and even aviation.

Rohit Maini is the Managing Director of Apex Accountancy and Business Clan. Across both companies, we proudly serve over 1,200 clients in a variety of industries.

Awards:
Young Business Person of the Year Nominee 2023 (SME National Business Awards)
Apex Accountancy - Most Trusted Accountancy Practice 2023 - London (Southern Enterprise Awards)
Business Clan - Best in Digital Communications 2024 - Kingston Borough Business Awards

The Ageless Aging Wellness coach, Claire Cavalieri, works with individuals who desire to keep their body young, their mind sharp and flourish as they age. Claire offers her health, fitness, and nutrition expertise to those people committed to the health and well-being of their future selves. 

Claire’s popular Breakthrough Wellness program imparts empowered science-based positive mindset beliefs that can influence one’s future health and longevity results. 

Another of the top principles presented is how choices made today directly impact one's health and well-being in the years to come.​

Certified in Wellness from Harvard Medical School, Claire is a prime example of avoiding disease, staying fit, and living her healthy years vibrantly. But she wasn’t always this way.​

Armed with a BA from Michigan State University, Claire brings both a strategic mindset and a holistic approach to her coaching practice, guiding clients to make informed, sustainable choices for their future health. Whether it's through tailored fitness routines, nutrition counseling, or mindset shifts, her focus is on helping people embrace their full potential at every stage of life.

Claire Cavalieri's authority in the fields of health, fitness, and nutrition has propelled her to be one of a few Wellness coaches in the nation specializing in slowing down aging and lengthening life expectancy.​

Some of Claire's favorite things are: Italy, photography, the color orange, and creating floral arrangements.

Angeline Constantinou | Founder of Let’s Break the Silence

She is a passionate advocate for domestic abuse survivors. Through her own journey of breaking free from an abusive marriage, Angeline has transformed her pain into purpose, helping women heal, reclaim their power, and step boldly into the life they were meant to live.

Angeline’s story is one of resilience, faith, and empowerment. She has shared her story on platforms such as Inspired News Radio, Women 4 Women Radio Network, and The Pink Panther Podcast. Her mission is to equip women with the tools to heal, rebuild, and embrace their full potential.

Anuj Gandhi is a seasoned media and entertainment professional with expertise in Digital Media, TV Broadcasting, International Media, and the OTT ecosystem. As the Founder of Streambox Media, backed by Micromax Informatics, he is transforming India’s Connected Screens landscape with Dor OS, an advanced platform integrating smart TV technology with an extensive OTT content library. Previously, Anuj was a Group Resource at Reliance Jio Media, overseeing media partnerships, Jio’s ISP & cable businesses (Den, Hathway, GTPL), and leading IndiaCast (TV18-Viacom JV). He was the Founder CEO of Den Networks, building India’s largest cable TV company, and played a key role in Set Discovery (Sony-Discovery JV). He has served on key MIB & TRAI committees for India’s digital media transformation. Recognized among India’s Media Heavyweights (2020) by Indiatelevision.com, Anuj is also a board member at Antarang, supporting skill development for underprivileged youth. An SPJIMR postgraduate, he is passionate about sports, cinema, travel, and reading.

                                Independent Director,Singer India Limited

                                Global Senior AdvisorGlobal Senior Advisor,dss+

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Dr.Sunil Duggal is a  seasoned leader with a proven track record of success in the mining,metal and cement sector with over 40 years of global experience .He has honed leadership skills specializing in leading high performance teams and driving efficiency and productivity ,Ability to navigate through challenging times ,evaluate risks,drive innovative solutions has been instrumental in his success.

Amitesh is a  business leader and marketing professional with 24 years’ experience  and a firm belief that winning strategies in today’s markets are predicated on stretching the boundaries of orthodox marketing and strategic thinking. 

Tell us about your career journey: An alumnus of IIM Bangalore, 

What are some of the things you’ve learned through your career transitions

You believe that the mind is younger than the body- lets talk more on this.

What are some of the stereotypes you’ve heard on your way to success?

How can one overcome these stereotypes in a world of constant information?

What would be your 1 big advice to people who want to grow in their career

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Ms.Chitra is a board member at public companies Infosys (INFY) in digital services, formerly Invitae (NVTA) in life-sciences, ForwardAir (FWRD) in transportation, Lifeworks (LWRK) in tech-enabled HR services. Also board member at private companies GetInsured/VIMO in AI-enabled health insurance SaaS, UrbanFootprint, a sustainability insights platform, and formerly Intercom, an AI messaging platform. Advise startups on Go-To-Market and scaling initiatives for technology companies & those looking for digital transformation. 

Senior executive with a proven track record in leading transformational change and global business growth. Experienced general manager with expertise in Go-To-Market strategies, including operations, new business/product launches, sales, marketing, and strategy for both industry leaders and startups. Board and advisory experience in SaaS, life sciences, fintech, and proptech.

Extensive experience in both Enterprise and SMB SaaS. Results-oriented executive with proven strategic and problem solving skills and exceptional team-building record. Demonstrated leadership in change management and innovation. 

Specialties: General management, P&L management, sales & sales development, new product launch, product management, operational effectiveness, strategy, marketing, and customer service

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Sanchayan is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer at Network18 Media & Investments Limited.

He is a veteran HR professional with more than 25 years of experience. He brings a rare blend of experiences of someone who has traversed many industries and roles.

Prior to joining Network18, he was CHRO at Modenik Lifestyle, an Advent International PE- owned enterprise. There he lead the merger & integration of two of the portfolio companies and the subsequent cultural transformation. Besides Human Resources, he was also responsible for Administration, CSR, Corporate Communication &  PR.  

Before that, he had a stab at entrepreneurship, founding KaryaMitr, a tech-enabled job-search and skilling platform for the blue-collar workforce. His experiences at Reliance Industries, Reuters South Asia, Eicher Consulting Services and Vodafone India, enables him to advise & partner with business leaders through phases of starting-up, exponential growth, complex integrations & turnarounds. He is passionate about building employer brands, driving organizational effectiveness, and crafting a value-based, performance-driven culture.

A post-graduate in management from XLRI - Jamshedpur, Sanchayan graduated from Hindu College, Delhi University. He has also completed his Digital Business Leadership Programme from Cornell University.

Scott Ramey | Founder , The Scott Ramey Group

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Scott Ramey, Former Fortune 500 C-Suite Executive with more than $100 Billion of Successful Sales experience and Founder of The Ramey Group, is a seasoned leader, speaker and mentor with over three decades of experience in corporate America. Having served as Executive Vice President of Workplace Solutions at Transamerica, Senior Vice President at Nationwide and EVP Corebridge Financial, Scott has raised hundreds of billions of dollars and led large-scale teams of up to 1,200 people, managing $235 billion in assets under administration. His expertise in business development, team building, and leadership has empowered countless individuals and organizations to break through barriers and achieve exceptional results.

Scott drives performance and engagement by focusing on his proprietary methodology, teaching his clients how to unlearn everything they’ve been told about how to sell and instead focusing on the Four pillars of Authentic Sales. Scott attributes his unprecedented sales success to his ability to integrate authenticity, empathy, presence in the moment and clarity into every stage of the sales process. His clients walk away with stronger relationships, higher levels of trust,  increased revenue, enhanced confidence and a renewed sense of purpose. 

He has received numerous professional accolades such as the Corebridge Catalyst Senior Leadership Award and is a proud member of the National Speakers Association.

Raju Anthony | Chief Operating Officer, Abrao Group 

INTRODUCTION :

Mr. Raju Anthony is a distinguished leader with over 20 years of experience in the shipping and logistics industry, renowned for his commitment to operational excellence and transformative leadership. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer of the Abrao Group, he plays a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, operational integration, and innovation across the organization. Mr. Anthony’s vision for excellence is complemented by his proficiency in logistics and supply chain management, customer excellence, and Scrum methodologies. His results-driven approach and dedication to fostering collaboration have positioned him as a transformative force in the shipping industry. A dynamic professional with a deep understanding of global logistics, Mr. Anthony’s contributions to the field are a testament to his leadership acumen, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

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Naren is the founder and director at Thellion Ventures that specializes in incubating and accelerating innovative start ups. Previously Naren was the CEO & MD of Rakuten Symphony India responsible for building state-of-the-art telco products that is revolutionizing the way we connect. Naren has also built & delivered products and services in the areas of FinTech,E-Commerce, Media, and Mobile as the COO & SVP at Rakuten India. Naren has been an engineer most of his career – Distinguished Engineer at Nokia Siemens & Senior Software Engineer at OpenPeak being his favorite engineering roles.

With over 25+ years of industry experience spanning across multiple technologies, Naren believes that technology for the well-being of society & people is the future.

Jeff Wenninger is a retired LAPD Lieutenant and Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement-consultants, LLC, brings over 33 years of experience to his work in improving police practices and public trust. As a nationally recognized expert in use of force, crowd management, and school safety, Jeff has testified in numerous criminal and civil cases. His distinguished career includes high-profile dignitary protection with the Secret Service, elite LAPD units, and awards such as the LAPD Medal of Valor. Overcoming dyslexia and a speech impediment, Jeff excelled academically and athletically, earning degrees in sociology, psychology, and criminal justice. He remains committed to community service and is currently working on a book proposing actionable solutions for law enforcement.
Jeff Wenninger is a nationally recognized expert in law enforcement as a retired Lieutenant with over 33 years of experience primarily with the LAPD. As the Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, Jeff draws from his vast experience in the investigation and adjudication of police use of force incidents, crowd management and control, school and campus safety, and the development of police management best practices. His work focuses on aligning police methods with societal expectations and improving public trust by administering comprehensive evaluations and recommendations to police departments, municipalities, and universities aimed at enhancing police training, reducing liability, improving safety, and fostering better community efficacy. Jeff is a recognized court use of force expert with experience testifying in criminal and civil cases as well as administrative hearings.

Jeff's contributions to law enforcement have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the LAPD Medal of Valor, Police Star, and Meritorious Unit Citation. His dedication to excellence is also reflected in his athletic achievements, having served as the captain of the LAPD hockey team and winning multiple medals in police sports competitions at national and international levels. Jeff’s insights and experiences have informed his forthcoming book, which proposes actionable solutions for improving law enforcement practices.

INTRODUCTION :

Bryan May is a highly sought-after Breakthrough Consultant who blends business acumen with spirituality to help individuals break through personal and professional barriers. With a background in real estate, Bryan has sold over 300 homes and facilitated more than $250 million in business transactions, and yet his expertise extends far beyond the world of property.  

Drawing from his personal experiences, Bryan now helps others overcome limiting beliefs, self-doubt, and life's inevitable plateaus. His unique style combines coaching with metaphysical practices to assist clients in becoming the most authentic versions of themselves. He specializes in helping everyday individuals unlock extraordinary potential without relying on extreme and unrealistic habits or rigid "alpha bro" mindsets. Instead, Bryan promotes sustainable, realistic change, guiding his clients through mindset transformations, accountability practices, and practical strategies for personal growth.  

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Manika Awasthi is a seasoned Human Resources professional with a remarkable career spanning

over two decades. Her wealth of experience has traversed various industries and domains, both on a global and local context. Manika has held pivotal leadership roles in HR across diverse businesses, including a prominent stint as the head of HR for a substantial blue-collar enterprise. Her expertise is grounded in recruitment strategies, sourcing methodologies, and retention best practices.

Manika is adept advocate for gender diversity and is experienced in Leading Women Leadership

Networks for a geography with the agenda of driving gender diversity and for ensuring organizations continue to grow and invest in their women workforce.

In addition to her HR accomplishments, Manika is deeply passionate about driving the Mental

Wellbeing agenda within organizations, recognizing the paramount importance of a healthy and supportive workplace environment.

Her achievements include Women’s Leadership Achievement Award, 2016 from the World Women’s

Leadership Congress, as well as the Leadership award for HR at the HR Intellect Conference organized by CE Worldwide.

She is an avid reader, a curious explorer of historic cities, and a dedicated practitioner of Buddhism. She seeks to inspire and guide individuals in their quest to transform their life states for the better.

Kappu Jaykumar is a strategic thinker with a sharp focus on execution, leading large-scale global enterprise agile projects, managing distributed teams across the globe. Result-oriented with a global perspective, have defined strategy, product roadmap, operating plans, business architecture and success metrics for global projects. Excel at executive and stakeholder communications including creating and providing multi-tier dashboard of scorecard metrics and YOY budget presentations. A passionate technologist and an expert in service oriented architecture (SOA), cloud technologies and agile product development methodologies.Highly versatile with a good blend of business, product, technical, management and process engineering skills. 

Sanjay started his career as a science writer with India today group magazine “Computers Today” in 1994. He then shifted to Television medium and produced & directed special news features on science, art and culture for Doordarshn prime time news.

He has produced and directed the India’s most celebrated science show “Turning Point” for the National Television

Later he made a switch over to International Tv channels and created top rated shows for 

Discovery Channel , National Geographic channel & various other shows for other International channel like Al-Jazira (English), Network 10 Australia etc.

He has Produced and directed various docu-drama films for some of the biggest corporate and government agencies of India, 

Has created many award winning shows for international channels like Discovery National geographic and  BBC Latest movies which Sanjay Tripathy has directed are Mann Bairagi and Club 60.

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As CHRO for some large size organizations over the years, Seema has acquired new capabilities in managing strategic initiatives from designing organization behavior, development, culture, ethics, compliances, just to name some. 
She  successfully aligned the people and business agendas, enabling growth, innovation, and excellence across the sector.
She is a human behavior specialist, with a passion for developing and empowering people at all levels.

Dr. Suresh is a leading academic expert on consumer emotions and motivations. His research focuses on the role of changing emotions and goals in different domains, such as social consumption of experiences, self-control and impulsive behavior, health-related marketing and sales promotion effectiveness.

Suresh’s work is highly cited in the academic literature and has also received extensive mention in the popular press, including New York Times, CBS News, Times of India, Los Angeles Times, and Science Daily. He was till recently on the Editorial Review Boards of the Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Consumer Psychology, and Journal of Retailing, and also serves as an ad hoc reviewer for several other journals in marketing. 

Vasant has diverse experience and understanding of businesses and business Leaders, having worked in different industries / sectors in the Human Resources functions for 35 years.He work was shaped by his commitment to help the business grow by enabling people growth and support them in finding their sweet spot for delivering business results. 

He selectively consults with companies on strategic as well as short-term assignments. He is passionate about the development of professionals (both current Leaders as well as potential Leaders) who he believes can steer the company and consequently our nation to greater heights. 

Former MD at Diageo  India and President Asia at Cadbury

Anand is an Independent Director and Chairperson on the Board of Swiggy. He also serves as an Independent Director and Chairperson on the Board of United Breweries Limited. Earlier, Anand chaired the CII National FMCG Committee and CIABC (Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies), and has been a member of the Managing Committee of the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He also served on the board of Marico Ltd for 10 years.

Anand was recently honoured with the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award” at the 8 th edition of the Indian Marketing Awards (IMA) by exchange4media.

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Richard leverage his 25+ years of senior executive experience in retail and consumer markets to provide strategic and operational advisory services to C-Level and Senior Executives, Boards of Directors, and Investment Groups. He has have successfully delivered transformative changes, significant revenue growth, and profitable outcomes for my clients across various channels and segments. 

 Jason is a Private fund manager of over $245 million dollars of Multifamily real estate. He is an avid ultra runner and workout enthusiast. Hosts The Multifamily Live Podcast and runs 7 Figure Multifamily Mastermind. He Wakes up daily at 4:32 am. And most importantly a father to three amazing kids and a husband.

Kendra is the CEO of Kendra Nicole™️ & The Finance Femme®,and the creator of Scalable Firms™️ and Peace & Profits™️. 
She is an experienced Business Finance Professional with a demonstrated history of working in multiple industries.
After graduating from Clemson University (Corporate Finance and Accounting), Kendra quickly moved up the corporate ladder while working for corporations such as GE. This work led her to pursue her love for small business strategy by founding The Finance Femme®, an accounting and fractional CFO firm.
Kendra also hosts an exclusive 6-month mentor ship/coaching and retreat program called Peace & Profits™️. And her Scalable Firms™️ program where she coaches other accounting and finance professionals on brand and business building.
Kendra is a wife, mom, speaker, podcast host, and Texas resident.

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Peter joined Jemena and Zinfra in April 2019 following an established career spanning many decades in leading project management, construction, maintenance and operation of gas and electricity infrastructure assets and major facilities for major businesses.

Prior to joining Zinfra, Peter held the role of founder and MD of his own company, along with senior roles of Group Chief Executive Officer of a major Western Australian contractor, and General Manager of WestNet Energy, Alinta Asset Management West - 

He also has extensive Board experience in defence, utilities, ports, oil and gas contracting and Indigenous corporations 

Peter holds a Masters of Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical) and a post-graduate Degree in Robotics and Automation. He is a Fellow Member of Engineers Australia.

He is a seasoned healthcare professional with a diverse background encompassing roles at both national and regional levels. His expertise lies in health administration, strategic coordination of healthcare initiatives, and diplomatic engagement. With a focus on delivering effective and efficient healthcare solutions, He bring a wealth of experience in leading initiatives related to COVID-19 response, donor activities, and medical technological services.

 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 founding Take-5, Paul was CEO and chairman of Randstad Japan, where he led one of Randstad’s largest operating companies with 100 branches and 35,000 employees, helping it to achieve record profitability and exceptional revenue growth. 

Paul has authored the book , The E5 Movement. The Japanese version, The 5 Golden Rules of Leadership, 

During a 30-year career in product innovation in Boston and Silicon Valley prior to assuming his role at SPJIMR, he held various product leadership roles, including that of CEO at venture-funded start-ups and public companies. He was also a partner at PRTM Management Consulting now part of PWC. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, an MS in computer engineering from North Carolina State University, an MBA from Boston University, and a PhD from Case Western Reserve University.

As an Integrative Medicine physician, She use 5000 years of science, the best of cutting edge Western medicine with the wisdom of Eastern medicine. She focus on a holistic approach to care that addresses not only physical but also psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental influences on health. Her training in integrative medicine, functional medicine, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine allows her to create a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. 

Her book Intentional Health is about transforming our health by setting an intention and putting it into action by using 5000 years of science.

Darshana Bhalla is an innovative and thoroughbred entrepreneur and leader for over 20 years in the media and entertainment industry. She has the ability and vision to envisage future trends and innovations, a creative entrepreneur with an acute sense of business. Darshana’s experience varies from starting her own company at the age of 28 and partnering with India’s largest homegrown communication conglomerate Madison Communications  (advertising veteran Sam Balsara’s company) to forming a company called Madison and  Teamwork’s Entertainment Solutions (MATES).

She started the Entertainment vertical and was a pioneer in branded content, celebrity management, and solutions for over 18 years. Her work has won her several accolades at prestigious Advertising Events like Abby’s and EMVIES  for Creative and Media innovations. She successfully ran MATES for 13 + years. In 2018, she decided to move on from MATES and look at the media, entertainment, and sports industry through the lens of a new media landscape of deeper associations with Creators, Digital Platforms,  Intellectual Properties, Branded Content, Celebrity Solutions, and Sponsorships.

Her revenue-focused, stoic, and creative vision-led business plan, along with an extremely high network in the media and entertainment industry led to investments from TTS: IO (Rana Kapoor’s Family office) to form DO IT Talent Ventures. 

In 2020, as an entrepreneur, Darshana faced and rose above an extremely difficult phase of entrepreneurship which is the sudden truncation of the association with TTS: IO, along with the global crises of the pandemic. However, as a leader, she withheld the business and social exigencies and came out even stronger within a year to bring back the business to normalcy.  During this phase, with a lot of difficulty, she exited the partnership with TTS: IO and started her own venture D’Artist Talent Ventures. Not only did she retain the team, but also brought back the business to normalcy within a year, despite the ongoing pandemic. 

D’Artist Talent  Ventures continues to grow at a healthy rate and expand its horizon to the ambitious objectives set out in the space of Entertainment and Sports. Darshana with her experience of managing the business, and being on both sides of IP ownership has an in-depth understanding of Media Properties and their P&L.

Chairman at V Citizens Action Network (VCAN), an organisation with the overarching objective to establish effective linkages between Government and Citizens and work in partnership with several Government Authorities.

Formerly from a corporate background Indrani is now associated in voluntary work with various Government Authorities and also the Election Commission of India in Maharashtra. She also conducts Live Interactive Talk Shows titled “TogetherVCAN’s Social Sanchar with the motto, ‘Interact with your Government from wherever you are’. 

She is also a Member of the Internal Complaints Committees.

Krishna  is a Seasoned leader with over two decades of experience working in product companies across the US and India. 

He is know to have built high performance teams from ground up, through long term strategic visioning and staffing, backed by intuitive people management and sound organisation design.

A High Energy Individual, he comes with proven track record to handle multiple responsibilities and work in dynamic and fast paced environments.

Krishna has Specialized experiences in scaling startups on a hyper growth trajectory i.e. Flipkart, and Yahoo etc. 

Passionate business builder leading Good Glamm Brand and a Purpose Driven Business leader with a passion for consumer marketing, Sukhleen has an extensive experience managing diverse businesses across FTSE Top 10 and Fortune 100 companies - Unilever, L'Oreal and RB 

Sh has a Strong track record of performance by creating category growth platforms, brand campaigns focused on driving behavior change, building high performance teams and creating Innovation funnels both upstream and downstream on iconic Global Power brands like Dettol, Garnier, Durex and Lakme. 

 She has been the Economic Times ‘40 Under 40’ Top Professionals list in India   and Impact Top 50 most influential women in businessAmongst many others. 

Manisha head the Advertising Standards Council of India. a self regulatory body that is committed to the cause of fairness and honesty in advertising. She also a part of the leadership team of International Council of Advertising Self-regulation (ICAS).

Over the past 25 years, She helped companies establish and nurture brands through brand building, new product development, marketing strategy development as well as media strategies.
She has worked with Corporates, NGOs, Foundations and International development organisations develop programs that work effectively for business while simultaneously creating social impact.
Specialties: Self-regulation, Brand definition and strategy, CSR, Cause Marketing, Public Policy

Rajesh has varied experience across sectors (Pharma, IT, Healthcare , Banking & Telecom) 

public sector, civil services, MNCs and start-up in a variety of roles. 

He completed his  Post Graduation from National University of Singapore …..PGPEX from IIM 

Calcutta & GPHR,

He has he abili o design and execut interventions to develop organisation resilience & 

capability aligned with existing and emerging trends. 

He also had a brief entrepreneurial stint as Cofounder of OLITO before joining KPIT. 

Vishal has worked with Ecolab Inc. in the water, hygiene, and process chemistry space for a decade, in various roles across India, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific. He has been instrumental in building a world-class teams.

Vishal has lived and operated across five continents, in both developed and developing markets, in operational as well as strategic roles over the last two decades. 

He has led start-up businesses during his career and is credited with multiple transformational and scale up initiatives.

Vishal earned a post-graduate diploma in Management from the Institute of Management Development and Research in Pune, India, and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from MIT Manipal in Mangalore, India.

A nominated Kerala State Women’s Development Corporation member, she was also the Founder and Chairperson of the Ladies Forum of Kerala Chamber of Commerce and Industry. 

Ms Parveen Hafeez was selected for best women entrepreneur in 2013 by

Kerala's Leading Business Magazine - Dhanam Publications c Ms Parveen has been awarded Business Icon of the Year 2015 by the School of Business Studies, Calicut University.

She was awarded the Business Excellence Award 2020 by Media One.

Shikhar began on a mission to disrupt the food business and started Samosa Singh. Shikhar has an extensive experience in food technology and has completed his master’s degree from the premier Institute of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad. Shikhar joined Biocon in 2009 as a scientist, but his talks at home kept returning to Samosas, or rather the business of Samosas. Slowly, the
seed of a samosa business sprouted roots and shoots. 

The business concept was fine-tuned towards making a hygienic product and a distinctive one. Samosa Singh was founded in 2016 with
the goal of reinventing the king of Indian snacks, the samosa. The company has expanded at an exponential rate under Shikhar’s leadership. Samosa Singh now functions from a big, largely automated facility with proprietary automation that is capable of handling good order volumes. Aside from his
active participation in the business, he enjoys traveling. He also works out rigorously to stay fit because he is a great believer that being healthy equals being wealthy.

Nidhi Singh is the Co-Founder of Samosa Singh. Nidhi was heading the Business development
vertical for a US-based healthcare company, BioXcel Corporation. She worked a decade before quitting
her satisfying job to start Samosa Singh. She decided to invest in a hygienic startup after garnering over 10 years of experience in marketing. She aspires to offer nostalgic and Indian delicacies both online and
offline. She believes that the goal is to recreate and dominate the Indian snack category.

Sumitha is passionate about traditional yoga and its impact on the human mind. She is a former Guinness world record holder in yoga.  She loves traveling to get to know people, places, and cultures. She has visited over 40 countries. 

Sirisha holds a Master’s  Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering and also holds patents in Cloud-Based Versatile Systems for Radiological Images. She also did an Executive Management Program at Harvard Business School. 

Tricia is an executive, who is a first-generation Latina board director, venture investor, speaker, and author. She rose through the ranks of Silicon Valley, advising high-tech companies big and small, culminating in selling data analytics software company Looker to Google for $2.6 billion.

Deepak is the President & Chief Digital Officer, at Kotak Mahindra Bank. He heads Kotak Mahindra Bank’s digital initiatives, where he drives digital transformation, business model innovation, and future-ready initiatives of the bank.

He is a member of the Airtel Customer Advisory Board, Member of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Digital Transformation Committee, the FICCI National Committee on Fintech & a number of Startup-Industry Forums, in addition to participating in various trade & Government initiatives on the Digital India Roadmap.

Rebecca Henderson is one of 25 University Professors at Harvard, a research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research, and a fellow of both the British Academy and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She also has more than twenty-five years of major public board experience. Rebecca’s research explores the degree to which the private sector can play a major role in building a more sustainable economy. Her publications include Accelerating Energy Innovation: Insights from Multiple Sectors (University of Chicago Press), Leading Sustainable Change: An Organizational Perspective (Oxford University Press), and Political Economy and Justice (University of Chicago Press). She is also the author of Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire, which was shortlisted for the FT/McKinsey 2020 Business Book of the Year Award.

Debbie’s career spans over 20 years in human resources, including senior-level roles at Colgate-Palmolive, Honeywell, Bayer, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Syngenta. As a global voice on culture, leadership, and organizational development, her change experience spans various industries, including consumer products, pharmaceuticals, crop science, and biotechnology.

 She was appointed to the board of the Triangle Society for Human Resources Management as Certification Chair, serving from 2018-2021. She also serves her community through Dress for Success as a Career Coach to underserved women re-entering the workforce. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta, a non-profit organization that provides community service throughout the world.

Kumar holds an M.Com from the University of Kolkata and a B.Com (Hons) from St. Xavier's College in Kolkata. He is a certified Chartered accountant (ACA), Cost accountant (FCMA), and Company secretary (ACS)

He has also written two leading books on business strategy, Compete Smarter, Not Harder, and The Carrot and the Stick: Leveraging Strategic Control for Growth. 

Kristi K. created the first PBS TV segment of its kind in the ’90s as host and executive producer. Today she hosts and produces her business and lifestyle TV show “Business | Life 360 with Kristi K.” where she interviews success-driven people at their intersections of business and life. A corporate businesswoman and entrepreneur
herself, Kristi K. incorporates her ever-curious, smart, fun, savvy style into each interview she produces.

Powered by her life experiences, Kristi K. is devoted to developing a leadership, esteem, and confidence mindset for life in body, brain, and spirit for girls and women across the globe.

Dr. Amy Killen is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine with 10+ years of direct patient care; she has been practicing Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine for more than five years. She is fellowship trained in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and has done extensive additional training in aesthetics, platelet-rich plasma, and stem cells, hair restoration, bio-identical hormones, nutrition, fitness, and sexual health.

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Aparna is a customer-focused visionary and highly experienced Information 

He received the Distinguished Alumni Award of IIM Bangalore in 2009. He was the Gold Medalist of his batch of 1980 at IIM Bangalore.A keen sportsman he has represented his state at the National level in Badminton. Ramesh is the author of The Happiness Trail – A Road Map to Success, 

 As the CEO of Rakuten India, the global product and innovation center of Rakuten Group, Inc., Sunil spearheads the scaling of product and technology footprint across a wide range of Rakuten's global businesses. Sunil is also responsible for driving the rapid adoption of data sciences and AI across Rakuten’s global products and ecosystem. He is also an advisor to many startups and a global leadership coach. Sunil has been nominated as a member of NASSCOM's prestigious GCC Council for 2021-23.

He also leads Rakuten’s Enterprise SaaS Business in APAC. In 2022, Sunil Gopinath joined Twid’s board of directors. 

Sunil has an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MS from Virginia Tech.

Before Rakuten, as Head of Flipkart's Marketplace Division, Sunil helped build & scale their Marketplace business to a $2B+ business with over 100,000 merchants.

Sunil has held senior leadership roles globally in companies like Intel and Qualcomm driving innovation in mobile, wearable devices, and location-based services.

Sandeep Singh joined as Managing Director of Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company Private Limited in August 2015, where he guided the company through its next phase of growth. He is also the Executive Officer- of Hitachi Construction Machinery, Japan. He is the current Chairman of the Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council (IESC) and the past Chairman of ICEMA and CII, Karnataka.

Amit is a Dynamic executive and Board leader with the singularity of vision and intellectual agility to challenge the status quo.

With over 23 years of experience, Amit is well known as a Mindful leader, passionate about building high-caliber teams, coaching and empowering them to deliver to their highest potential. 

Shefali is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Lloyd’s India, a branch of Lloyd’s UK. She is a Chartered Accountant by profession and holds the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). Shefali has worked extensively in Corporate Finance, Taxation, and Accounting in the insurance sector for the last 19 years.

Khair is Presently working as the Executive Director of World Trade Center India Services She is the Vice Chair of the WTCA Business Club & the Vice Chair for the Agriculture Committee. She is also an active representative of the Executive Committee, Real Estate Committee, APAC Trade Services Committee & the Digital Committee.

Khair has been conferred with various awards and accolades in recognition of her commitment and achievements from various Real Estate Industry Associations, Prestigious Trade Organizations; Global Women Leader in Trade and Investment 2022; Economic Times Inspiring Woman 2022; India Achievers Award for Building Nation 2021 and the Women ICON Awards of 2021