Digital Transformation Speakers in India

Abhishek Gupta is the Global Head of Digital P&O Solutions at Sandoz and is responsible for leading HR data and digital function spanning across HCM implementation, HR technology landscape simplification, and setting up the people data and analytics foundation in a standalone Sandoz organization. He joined Novartis in 2015 and has since worked for several companies in the IT, Hitech, and Manufacturing industries in global, regional, and local roles, specializing in Total Rewards, Digital HR, and People Analytics. Abhishek holds an MBA in HR and Systems and graduated in Economics. In addition, he holds global Digital Practitioner certification from The Open Group, and Global Remuneration Professional certification from WorldatWork. He is also a member of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) and Data Management Association International (DAMA-I).

Jaspreet Bindra, the innovative founder and Independent Advisor at Digital Matters, is a leading figure in the world of Digital Transformation, Blockchain, and The Future of Work. With a remarkable career spanning diverse industries, including Agritech, Real Estate, Next-gen Social Networks, Hospitality, Auto, and Financial Services, Jaspreet is a trusted guide through the intricacies of digital evolution. Previously, he held the pivotal role of Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation at Mahindra Rise, showcasing his profound impact. As a sought-after speaker on various subjects, including Blockchain, Jaspreet's expertise is widely recognized. He received the inaugural 'Digitalist of the Year' award from Mint and SAP, underscoring his visionary contributions. Jaspreet Bindra's is on a mission to shape the future of Digital Transformation. His workshops empower organizations to harness the potential of digital innovation, demystifying the hype cycle and enabling them to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

Having spent nearly three decades in the IT industry, Manoj Mittal is one of today's most charismatic Business Leaders. A foundation's persistence is crucial to the performance of Digital Transformation and having a centered leader at the forefront is critical. Unquestionably, Manoj is steering a transition with a large-scale, corporate vision that embraces Digital Innovation. Manoj is an energetic, innovative and a charismatic leader with over 28 years in the IT industry. Throughout the career, he has been a catalyst in transforming the organizations. A member with several non-profit bodies and organizations like IEEE, TiE, WWRF, IFCCI, ITU-APT, Venture Catalyst, he also handholds a few startups on voluntary basis.

Samir is the Founder and CEO of Pritbor, an innovative company specializing in consulting, solutions, and services in digital transformation, data-driven marketing, and blockchain. With over 12 years of professional experience, Samir is a digital transformation practitioner with expertise at the intersection of marketing and technology. He is a forward-thinking leader who believes in the transformative power of AI and blockchain. Before fully committing to entrepreneurship in 2016, Samir honed his skills and knowledge, paving the way for Pritbor's success over the past eight years. His visionary approach continues to drive the company's growth and impact in the industry.

Kulmeet serves as the visionary force behind SAP's growth and innovation strategies tailored for the Indian Subcontinent, showcasing his exceptional leadership and unwavering customer-centric approach. His role is pivotal in driving remarkable transformations and delivering extraordinary SAP experiences to clients. In the context of digital transformation, Kulmeet stands as a versatile business and technology leader, leading organizations and teams on their journey towards digital reinvention. During his tenure as Managing Director at Adobe, he played a pivotal role in accelerating business growth across Enterprise, SMB, and Consumer sectors, expanding Adobe's digital footprint. Before Adobe, Kulmeet held influential positions at Microsoft Corporation and Sun Microsystems, amassing invaluable experience in the dynamic tech landscape.

Amit Agrawal is a Pragmatic, Customer-focused, Result Oriented, data-driven, and regulatory-driven transformation leader. Brings a well-rounded experience with business-minded strategic thinking complemented by strong technical acumen and excellent analytical skills. Hands-on with a strong sense of accountability and team spirit and always willing to roll up the sleeves and go the extra mile. Led by Investment banking over 20 years of investment banking corporate finance experience encompassing the financial services advisory spectrum Amit has been sharing his knowledge and experience with gen-next as guest faculty, entrepreneurship mentor, and panel judge to a few business schools and journal contributions (FMS, MDI, SRM, FORE, FIIB, IILM, Jaipuria, etc.) M&A advisory, Transaction structuring, Restructurings, Family Business Advisory Capital Raising (Angel/ Seed/ VC/ PE), Debt Syndication advisory (INR/ ECB), Business Plan Advisory, Strategic Advisory, and Valuations Funds and Value unlock advisory Advising across Indian, the US, Middle East, and Asian Markets.

A Transformational Leader with Overall 20+ years of experience in IT industry and a start-up mindset. Spear headed solution & strategy, business case derivation, deal phase negotiations and end to end outcome based implementation for multiple strategic large business, IT and digital transformations for Clients in Europe, USA and APAC. Distinction of interacting with and managing CXO level global stakeholders & framing outcome driven road map through strategic workshops at CxO level, showcasing relevant new ideas and technology, incubating ideas and offering cross industry solutions. A woman leader with a strong focus on building a green planet through Agritech and tech driven impact on larger societal changes, through women empowerment and financial independence.

Mohan Devnani brings over 39 years of invaluable experience in the Banking Sector, spanning various critical areas such as Branch Operations, IT project implementation, and Fraud Risk Management (FRM) solutions. Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while heading bank branches, consistently delivering outstanding results. Mohan has been instrumental in spearheading the implementation of digital channels like ATMs and internet banking (INB), significantly enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. As the head of the IT services department for the Bhopal Circle of SBI, covering Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, he played a pivotal role in customizing and implementing FRM solutions, contributing to enhanced security and risk mitigation. With over a decade of expertise in Fraud Risk management, Mohan has been proactive in preventing cyber frauds and ensuring the integrity of digital banking transactions.

Sagar is a seasoned Management Consulting and Sales professional in Technology space. He has vast experience in BFSI and Telecom sectors and has dealt with Application, Cloud, BSS/OSS, IT Infrastructure, Analytics & AI/ML, IOT, Cyber Security and Digital Platforms amongst other focus areas.15 years of experience in Technology & Telecom industries as a Consulting and Sales leader for large global enterprises. He has managed BFSI vertical for a long time and therefore his domain knowledge in BFSI space is exceptional.Currently, he is the Senior Business Manager at SAS Institute Inc. He has highly detailed understanding of Digital Transformation, Big Data & Analytics, IOT, Cloud and AI/ML. He has executed many large and complex projects spanning Data Governance & pipelines, Lakehouse Strategy, Analytics approach, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning models.Prior to this, he was the Head BFSI at Bharti Airtel, where he led the Enterprise, Digital, Financial Services & IOT business.

With over 18 years of robust expertise in IT service management, advisory consulting, service integration, and automation, Mohit is a seasoned professional known for designing and implementing strategic solutions for global clients spanning diverse industries, including Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, Retail, BFSI, Telecommunications, and Midstream Petroleum services. His leadership skills are underscored by a profound understanding of technology evolution, enabling him to integrate cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to deliver impactful business outcomes. Mohit's career is marked by a knack for establishing strategic relationships with customers, fostering collaboration, and spearheading the execution of business-aligned technology roadmaps. He brings a wealth of experience to the table, driving innovation and excellence in every endeavor.

Raghuvesh has 30 years of executive experience in technology and consumer products. He is the Co-founder at Search Value, a leading firm for talent acquisition. He holds the AZ900 Azure certification and has skills in both B2B and B2C marketing and sales, including demand gen, customer engagement, partner management, and digital transformation. Previously, he held various leadership positions at Microsoft, where he led the modern marketing transformation, GTM and Marketing strategy and customer engagement. He also championed the mission of Inclusion & Diversity, within and outside the Microsoft. Before Microsoft, he was the first CMO and head of categories at Ola, where he launched new and consolidated existing businesses. He also spent 10+ years at Nokia in India and Finland.

19+ years of diverse experience in HR with deep passion & expertise in Talent Acquisition & Management. Led and managed the full spectrum of HR & Recruitment functions. Majid has worked with well-known brands such as; Mphasis Limited, Aditya Birla Group (Minacs Ltd.), Religare, CAPITA, Hewlett-Packard/ formerly EDS, Tata BSSL, InfoCepts and Alorica.

Passionate about Talent Branding, Industry connect, Diversity, Technology, Equity and Inclusion.He is a public speaker. He has played a pivotal role in the field of DE&I by setting up strong processes and practices to bring in the LGBTQ community in the mainstream of workforce. Recently he was recognized and rewarded by Mphasis for leading a program called LeadHer to promote women leadership in the world of business. During his tenure at Mphasis he led the team to employ 50% of  workforce with women professionals and received the Annual CEO award for the same.

Damayanti has 17+ years of experience in the management consulting industry working across – Business Strategy, Technology Strategy, M&A Advisory, Supply Chain Consulting and Digital led value creation. She is currently heading Digital Transformation for Mahindra Group. Previously she was leading Operations Transformation service line for PwC (Acceleration Center) Management Consulting team. Her core domains are supply chain & operations in life science, pharma, and healthcare industries. 

Damayanti is passionate about impact of digitalization and business value creation through technology. She has built global delivery practices and CoE’s in her prior roles with EY and IBM which involved building capability, assets, accelerators to drive business growth.
Damayanti takes deep interest in emerging technologies and leverages her digital transformation practice leadership experience to drive client value.

Rohit stands as a prominent thought leader and a revolutionary force in AI and digital realms. With a notable tenure as the former Chief Digital Information Officer at Wipro Limited and Business Head at HOLMES™, Wipro's AI platform, he has left an indelible mark on the frontiers of digital innovation. Rohit's expertise extends to CXO as a Service, where he offers invaluable insights to Vector Center, harnessing AI for real-time water intelligence. His influential role at Data Neuron, an AI learning platform, and Vaasara, the UAE's premier Beauty Marketplace, demonstrates his versatile leadership. Rohit has impressive credentials, including certifications from IEEE and World Economic Forum. Rohit is immersed in the exploration of the transformative potential of Generative AI and the growth of emerging technologies, making contributions to the ever-evolving landscape of AI. With his extensive knowledge he empowers organizations to navigate the digital age with confidence and innovates digital transformation initiatives.

Gladson Joshua is also an International Certified Career Coach (via Career Development Alliance) and holds several certifications across the IT, Services, and Non-Profit sectors.Gladson's public-spirited endeavours helped him co-found Cross Global, a non-profit organization that strives to protect the most vulnerable from contemporary slavery in India. The NGO works closely with the State and Central governments to rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking. Cross Global has multiple ongoing humanitarian projects that span vital areas such as building awareness, facilitating education and development of skills, promoting fruitful policies, and more.

Rrahul Sethi is the Co-founder and Head of Delivery at Expoodle. Rrahul Sethi started his career in the early 90s as a project manager and then proceeded to gain experience in multiple facets of the industry. At the turn of the millennium, he took a plunge into the world of technology. He successfully founded two product development startups before co-founding Expoodle in 2020, a MarTech company that focuses on democratizing the XR space with experiential marketing solutions. Currently, he is engaged in conceptualizing digital brand solutions, focusing on Virtual and Augmented reality. Rrahul enjoys public speaking and has been a Keynote speaker and panelist at various prominent international conferences. His area of interest is technology, metaverse, people, project, leadership, mentorship, business, etc. He has also mentored more than 250+ faculties and students in the development programs of educational institutions.

Rajnish Kumar, the former Chairman of India's largest bank, the State Bank of India, has been a pivotal figure in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. His illustrious career commenced as a Probationary Officer in a small Uttar Pradesh town in 1980, where he confronted local mafias and formidable trade unions, setting the stage for his unwavering dedication.

An advocate for technological innovation, Rajnish Kumar spearheaded the ascent of SBI YONO, propelling it into the upper echelons of top fintech and lifestyle apps. His visionary leadership redefined processes, facilitating the provision of pre-approved loans through astute data analytics, while significantly enhancing the bank's digital lending portfolio.

Rajnish Kumar's indomitable spirit and technological acumen have left an enduring impact on the BFSI sector, driving its digital transformation and guiding it towards a dynamic, technology-driven future.

Anees leads the Digital and Insights business and brings over 22 years of experience to C5i. He has worked with numerous global Fortune 500 clients across various industries, including Retail, Travel and Hospitality, Telecommunications and Technology, Media and eCommerce. Recently he was recognized as 40 under 40 by a premium India publication house to honor his digital initiatives. He co-authored a book with 17 other esteemed Industry Leaders in Partnership with Wiley – Black Book on Exponential Technology. In his tenure, he has worked with clients to drive impact on their business by enabling them with innovative AI led solutions and practices. At Course5 and in his previous organizations he has launched award-winning and industry-recognized practices and solutions. He is currently focusing on leveraging artificial intelligence to disrupt the space of digital and insights. Anees is also certified on Lean Six Sigma with an MBA from NMIMS, Mumbai.

Rajyeshwari Ghosh, a soulful explorer, embraces life's spectrum with openness and authenticity. With over 18 years of global Industry and Consulting experience spanning the USA, India, Bangladesh, and Singapore, she embodies a profound understanding of diversity and self-evolution. Transitioning from corporate life to her practice, Rajyeshwari infuses her work with multidisciplinary research and the Quantum paradigm, integrating ancient wisdom into modern contexts. Living holistically, she advocates mindfulness towards people and the planet, fostering relationships built on trust and transparency. Rajyeshwari's innovative ideas, including a top 10 recognition in the PwC India Consulting Innovation Challenge, underscore her commitment to fresh thinking. Her expertise encompasses Quantum Paradigm, Systems Thinking, Leadership Development, Applied Spiritual & Emotional Wisdom, Entrepreneurship, Blockchain, and Business Intelligence, shaping her role as a speaker and consultant globally.

Transformation is the law of nature.With the objective to automate the learning and development industry so that it saves time, energy, and costs for the organisation, Ms Saakshi Choithani started her first venture,"Mindynamics" in the year 2019,when she was at the peak of her corporate career. With a rich professional experience of 12 years, she could identify the need for customization of training programs and automating the same. Currently being a Coach for Solopreneurs, she helps people grow their business being a solo person.

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

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

Kashyap is an award-winning industry analyst, best-selling author, educator, and AI advisor to leading companies and start-ups in US, Europe and Asia-Pac. Currently, Kashyap is the CEO of the global technology industry analyst firm RPA2AI Research. RPA2AI advises global corporations, venture capital / private equity firms and government agencies on AI Investments, Enterprise AI, AI Governance, AI Audits and AI Ethics. Kashyap is also the founder of AI Profs, whose mission is to democratize AI education and equip public and private sector workforce with the right skills for the future. He is the Author of the bestseller “Practical Artificial Intelligence” and has spoken at Stanford, AI World Government (Washington DC), Digital Leadership (Denmark), AI World (Boston), AIIM (San Antonio), TEDx, b-schools, colleges, IEEE, and other corporate events.

Mr. D'Lima is a globally renowned IT Transformation expert, proficient in the newest technologies and development as well as deployment and adoption methods, He is an advocate of ‘Continuous Enablement', at an enterprise ecosystem level, to scale up organization ability to deal with competitive challenges and corporate constraints. With decades of providing full life-cycle advisory and implementation leadership to Fortune 500 clients globally, he remains “hands on” and a remarkably capable individual contributor. Familiar with global, Indian and multinational organizations and having consulted for clients across industries, the solutions he has designed and delivered are flexible, sustainable and future-proof. Having lived and worked in North and Latin America, UKI and Europe, India, Middle East and South Africa as well as Australia, ASEAN, China and Japan, he brings global learnings, inclusiveness, consumer insights and market perspectives to his assignments.
 

Muralidharan Sridharan has several years of Director/CEO global work experience in Different industries: Automotive, Power tools, car multimedia, engineering in different markets across India, SAARC ,Germany, Europe (MEA, ASEAN). He has led different functions like general management,sales/ marketing, distribution, Supply chain,business units. He is acknowledged as an expert in distribution and marketing of engineering products,particularly automotive aftermarket. He has a strong track record of turning business around, recording high profitable growth and setting start ups by cost reduction,vendor development and market expansion measures. He has experience of handling the full range of auto components from fuel injection to spark plugs to electricals across all channels from two wheelers to cars to HCV to earth moving. Direct involvement with almost all OEMs in India and Europe

Krishna Prasad boasts 25 years of CGI-focused expertise, excelling in leading high-performance teams and ensuring delivery excellence. With a strong background in data and digital programs within the financial services domain, he provides thought leadership for innovative solutions in big data and cloud. As a mentor for Nasscom W2RT and a certified Google Cloud professional, Krishna is recognized for driving pre-sales as a solution architect and leading substantial deals. His extensive experience spans data and analytics solutions, cloud platforms, AI, ML, datalake architecture, and more. A skilled professional in project management and operational efficiency, Krishna is committed to driving digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives in the BFSI domain.

Ganesh is a Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant with over 25 years of experience, having led KFin Technologies Pvt Ltd (formerly Karvy Fintech) as MD & CEO. Under his leadership, KFin became the largest multi-asset, multi-region platform in India and Asia, offering comprehensive solutions across asset classes. Ganesh has championed digital transformation, expanding services in Mutual Funds, Pension Funds, and more. He grew businesses from inception to achieve a 4x valuation in 10 years, managing 100 million investor accounts with $100 billion AUM and processing nearly 500,000 transactions daily. Recognized as a thought leader and strategic thinker, he excels in client engagement and talent development while driving growth and innovation in the industry.

Prasanna is an Award Winning CXO Banker, Digital Architect, Industry Innovator, Board Member , Fintech Influencer, Startup Mentor, Leadership Coach and Advisor
He has 24+ Yrs of experience at all levels, Engineering, Management, and Innovation as CXO. He has worked Globally for Banks, Fintech, Micro-Finance, Engineering, and Multi-National companies for Digital & Architecture Transformation. He is closely associated with cutting-edge technology adoption Strategy, Assimilation, Experimentation, Innovative Customer Servicing & Engagement, Robust Architecture Implementation, Fintech & Start-up Alignment, Open Innovation practices, Ecosystem Collaboration with Govt, BigTech , Fintech , banks , Academia.

Amit is a seasoned VP of Product Management with over 13 years of experience in banking, payments, and real estate. Currently at Paytm Payments Bank, he leads product strategy and execution, focusing on digital transformation to drive business growth and enhance customer experiences. Amit’s expertise includes NeoBanks, digital banking, and fintech, with a proven record in agile development and user experience design. He has successfully managed product launches and digital strategies at Magicbricks, IDFC FIRST Bank, and IIFL, emphasizing digital transformation across product offerings. Amit’s skills in strategic planning, team development, and business development contribute to his role in advancing innovative solutions and optimizing product portfolios.

An IIM Ahmedabad alumni, Amit Dhawan is the CEO of ArtE Mediatec, a service marketing and advertising agency. He was previously with Schbang as the founding partner and business head for their Delhi office, where he was responsible for setting up the business in the North as well as leading the company’s media business. He led the digital line of business at Sociowash along with consulting a varied set of brands like Casio, Panasonic, realme, Whirlpool, and more, trying to scale their digital strategies across both creative and media functions. Having worked with diverse teams from across the globe during his stints at Samsung (Seoul, South Korea) and Sociowash, he has always been a strong believer in the importance of teamwork and focus to add value to the brands and people he works with. 

Sreedhar Prasad is a towering figure in the Consumer Internet arena, renowned for his ability to propel local tech products into global markets starved for innovation. His expertise spans E-commerce, FinTech, Internet Technologies, Media, and Scalable businesses. With an impressive consulting portfolio featuring major players like PayTM, Flipkart, Google, Facebook, and others, Sreedhar's two decades of global consulting experience have made an indelible mark in the technology and Digital Transformation domains.

As a luminary in the field, Sreedhar excels at introducing cutting-edge tech innovations to markets keen for product advancements. His global outlook breathes life into diverse revenue streams and strategic investments for major corporations and government entities across India and the Middle East. As a workshop facilitator specializing in Digital Transformation, Sreedhar brings transformative strategies and forward-thinking approaches, enabling organizations to thrive in the dynamic digital era.

Rishi Jagmohan Singh is a talent development professional & Executive Coach (ACC ICF) with 20+ years' global experience of Organizational & Leadership Development aligned to strategic corporate goals across diverse industries. He is the author of the bestseller book- "Are YOU a Digital Dinosaur". Rishi is a rare breed who specializes in Leadership Development and Digital Transformation in the Corporates and SME's. He focusses on building digital talent so that they help in digital transformation. He is a Global speaker and conducted workshops and Seminars in various South Asian Countries.

Aqil Ashique is the CEO of Driver logistics, a leading 3PL services company in India that offers turn-key cloud-based delivery solutions to their customers. In a matter of just 4 years, Driver Logistics is the 3PL partner for some of the biggest brands in India across 7 different states and is expanding its Partial Truck Load services across more states in South India.  In 2019, Aqil Ashique started Driver Logistics with his father and poured in everything he had learned over the years. He bootstrapped his way up to building an LTL (Less-than-truckload) shipping model suitable to Indian business conditions, for transporting goods that do not need a complete truck or trailer. In the past 3 years, Driver logistics has scaled its operations to serve over 8000 pin codes across India with warehouses in 44 locations, shipping over 1 million packages each month for its customers.

Ashish Sharma is an e-commerce and digital marketing strategist who is adept at developing proven approaches to digital marketing, driving businesses to reach a wider customer base. Ashish has been awarded as one of the 50 Most Influential e-Commerce Professionals in APAC at the eCommerce Summit & Awards by CMO Asia. He capitalizes his 14yrs of Ecommerce and ITES industry experience to build a multi-dimensional customer-centric strategy, thus enabling organizations to scale up their growth. Ashish's rich and diverse exposure in E-commerce management coupled with a strong track record of delivering results in leadership roles across, has been instrumental in leading a successful e-commerce global startup GOLD24. In his current assignment as a Business Head (E-commerce) at a Retail Jewellery giant Vaibhav Jewellers, he oversees all aspects of the e-commerce wing which includes business planning, content strategy& development, promotional campaigns, digital marketing, website design, customer service, and web analytics.

Avnish is an innovator, disruptor, strategist and a technology evangelist with more than 25 years extensive experience and track record around Innovation, Digital Transformation, Corporate Strategy, and Leadership Development for Top 500 Fortune clients in both mature and emerging markets. In his current role at Accenture India, Avnish is responsible for designing and leading the Innovation agenda for Accenture in India including partnering with Start-up ecosystem and is considered as the 'poster boy' for B2B Indian startups looking to scale and globalise.

Tannistha Ganguly is an accomplished Senior Manager with 18+ years of experience in global FMCG, CPG, EPC, Aerospace, and Manufacturing industries. Her expertise lies in Enterprise Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Analytics, and IT & Business Process Consulting. Recognized as an innovative leader by leading industry publications, she holds certifications as a SCM Professional. Tannistha is a sought-after speaker on topics related to Enterprise Digital Transformation and Supply Chain Analytics. She has a strong track record of delivering strategic projects in Digital, Analytics & New Technologies, with proficiency in planning and executing large-scale initiatives. Skilled in CXO-level communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership, she has managed cross-functional, multi-location teams and collaborated with top service providers. Tannistha excels in project management, ensuring time-bound delivery of large-scale projects/programs while overseeing scope, quality, budget, and risk mitigation.

Saurabh is a Global Talent Acquisition Leader experienced in building best in class Talent Acquisition function to meet business outcomes. He has led Talent Acquisition transformation programs elevating teams from meeting hiring delivery targets to create in-addition data-driven insights for business and partner as a talent advisor. As a global leader, Saurabh has led recruiting teams across 4 continents: Asia, Australia, North America and South America. He has also built a Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence and rolled out an end to end RPO program across 11 countries with multiple business units. He has partnered with co-founders and experienced CEOs to design talent acquisition programs to meet accelerated business goals. He has experience in transforming a Talent Acquisition program in a 100+ years matured organisation and also building it from scratch in a fast growth environment across multiple countries / regions. 

Vishal is an accomplished AI Solutions Specialist with a rich background as a senior consultant in cutting-edge platforms such as IoT, Digital Commerce, and Technology. As a Co-founding member of startups like CellStrat and Etruevalue.com, he's demonstrated his entrepreneurial acumen. He founded Disrupt 4.0, a community initiative propelling the 4th Industrial Revolution through emerging technologies. Vishal is on a mission to make Generative AI accessible and affordable for businesses of all sizes, helping them harness the power of this cutting-edge technology without breaking the bank. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, sales, and operations, he has seen firsthand the challenges businesses face. That's why he co-founded CellStrat.ai, a company dedicated to developing Generative AI tools. With an MBA from Western Sydney University, Vishal has conducted numerous workshops and seminars on AI and Machine Learning, further cementing his status as an expert speaker in deep-tech domains.

Dr. Virendra is a result-driven leader with extensive experience in the financial, telecom, and oil and gas services sectors. Holding a master’s from IIT Bombay and management education from MIT Sloan, he excels in IT strategy, big data, and digital transformation. His expertise encompasses developing data strategies and roadmaps, managing data migration to cloud and on-premise, and leveraging AIML workbench and BI tools for data analytics. Dr. Virendra has a proven track record in digital transformation, data governance, and compliance with regulations like PCI-DSS and GDPR. He has held key roles such as Vice President at Standard Chartered Bank, Global Data Platform Delivery Partner at Barclays, and Delivery Lead at Tech Mahindra. Recognized for his innovation and mentoring, he drives cost optimization, scale-up of enterprise data and processes, and revenue generation.

In a career spanning 25 years, Samiran has held leadership roles as a product leader at prominent organizations like McKinsey, Korn Ferry, Microsoft, IBM, Dun & Bradstreet, and TCS. As Chief Digital Advisor at Microsoft, he played a pivotal role in launching groundbreaking platforms such as Connected Vehicle, Digital Agriculture, and Smart Cities. One of his most successful achievements was the launch of a first-of-its-kind SMAC-based offering, which significantly influenced wins exceeding $500 million in services. Samiran's expertise in digital transformation and product leadership has consistently driven impactful results across industries.

Jaspal is a speaker on various emerging tech and industry areas in both internal & external tech events, a strong advocate of diversity & inclusion in the tech industry, angel investor & mentor and also a Charter member of TiE. In 20+ years of professional career, he has worked extensively in Business Development & Strategy, GTM, Pre-sales, B2B+B2C Sales, Consumer products, Technology operations and Services delivery. For last 9 years, he has played a key role in Microsoft winning many strategic partnerships in India across key select industries. Jaspal holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics & Communications from National Institute of Technology, Durgapur and an MBA from FMS, University of Delhi in Marketing. 

With over 35 years of experience in the construction industry, they are a senior business leader and head special initiatives at Larsen & Toubro, a leading engineering and construction company in India. Leading corporate strategy and thought leadership, he focuses on sustainability, innovation, and digital technology. His track record includes executing high-value projects in residential, commercial, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. He excels in leadership development, marketing, tendering, execution, contracts, and claim management. Additionally, he successfully divested a Larsen & Toubro subsidiary, showcasing strategic acumen and financial management skills. His passion lies in creating value for stakeholders and contributing to the growth and transformation of the construction industry.

From Housewife to Homemaker-turned-Beauty-Queen, Binita Shrivastava is an Accidental Entrepreneur, India’s leading Transformation Coach, Amazon Best Seller Author, TEDx Speaker & Philanthropist. Her Transformation Workshop and Pageantry Training Model has gifted thousands of women, the opportunity to become Confident Divas. At the helm of Visionara Global, overseeing Pageants, Education, E-Learning, Events, PR, Media and Productions, Binita has founded Visionara Academy to empower women and help them become self-reliant. Binita has hosted 3 Seasons of VG MISS & MRS INDIA – India’s Premier Beauty Pageant, and conducted Live Workshops across India, along with 300+ Webinars on Women's Transformation on various topics – training 40,000+ Virtual Attendees, and nurturing 30,000+ followers and community members! On a mission to help 10,00,000 women earn and achieve financial independence becoming unstoppable, successful and confident Divas – to achieve their goals and soar higher!

Nasreen Dawood ( Nasreen ) is an IT Executive with successful track record of cloud transformation , XLA's IT Outsourcing , building offshore delivery centres , solutioning and delivery of large and complex outsourcing Engagements. She excels in building strategic narratives around cloud adoption , cloud migration and steering Businesses to "Move to Cloud " and unlockin further cloud potential building resilient infrastructure and applications, leveraging Data analytics , Machine language use cases. Use Customer Journey Maps to design " Agile Product based Target Operating Model " unlocking Innovation and Automation potential addressing Tech debt challenges. She is experienced in design and delivery of Experience level agreements.

Deepthi, a certified product manager and Professional Scrum Product Owner, discovered her passion for product management through agile methodologies. Fueled by this interest, she embarked on a journey to cultivate an influential career in AGTECH and FINTECH products. With a focus on product management and ownership, Deepthi combines her expertise in agile methodologies with a keen understanding of industry trends. Her dedication to driving innovation and delivering exceptional products underscores her commitment to shaping the future of AGTECH and FINTECH sectors. Deepthi's journey epitomizes resilience and determination as she navigates the dynamic landscape of product development with precision and insight.

Bikash Barai is the Co-founder of FireCompass, a SaaS platform specializing in Continuous Automated Red Teaming (CART) and Attack Surface Management (ASM). With expertise in nation-state grade reconnaissance techniques, Bikash leads the development of FireCompass, enabling organizations to automatically discover and safeguard their digital attack surfaces. The platform, adopted by top telecom, IT, and financial services companies, combines Attack Surface Management with multiple security testing technologies to provide comprehensive security solutions. Additionally, Bikash is the Co-founder of CISO Platform, a community-driven initiative fostering collaboration among Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and senior security executives. With a background in cloud-based security solutions, Bikash co-founded iViZ Security, a pioneer in cloud-based network and application security testing, later acquired by Cigital Inc. He is truly passionate about demystifying emerging tech through different frameworks and holds a B.Tech in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.

Rohit, the visionary Founder and CEO of Zedsoftpoint, is a prominent figure in the global tech landscape. With a distinguished role as a speaker at the G20 Summit in India, he contributes to shaping digital transformation policies as a member of G20 Brazil's task force and action council. Partnered with industry giants like AWS, Google, Microsoft, and SAP, Rohit's firm leads the charge in innovative solutions, he also brings a lot of knowledge from the cybersecurity space. His expertise extends to speaking engagements at prestigious events such as Convergence India Expo 2024 and Mint Hindustan Times Technology Policy forum. Rohit's influence spans across diverse platforms, including his role as a speaker at the World Paperex Expo.

Garima is a passionate technologist with over 10 years of expertise in digital transformation and multi-cloud solutions. She specializes in helping organizations harness the power of the cloud to enhance agility, scalability, and operational efficiency. With a strong background in designing, implementing, and managing complex cloud architectures across multiple providers, Garima has a proven track record in driving successful cloud initiatives for large enterprises. 

Her certifications in AWS, Google Cloud, Salesforce, and her skills in career coaching, customer success, product demos, and design thinking make her a versatile leader in the tech space. Additionally, she is well-versed in ITIL concepts and adept at guiding organizations through the digital transformation journey.

I have an Masters of Science (MS) from Michigan Technological University and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Indian Institute of Management Lucknow. I have 8 years of work experience in varied industries and I currently work in the consulting business as I have specialized in Engineering and Business applications. I wish to bring my knowledge, experience and other adjacent skillset to the world for knowledge exchange and increasing skill trade's know-how.

Puneet is a results-driven leader with over 18 years of experience in Operations Management, Digital Transformation, Automation, AI/NLP, Analytics, and Lean Six Sigma. With a deep expertise of over 17 years in Insurance Property & Casualty and Life & Annuities, he has driven transformation, delivery, and business growth. Puneet has successfully developed and executed plans for expanding offshore delivery operations for a large Insurance digital platform services business, managing 500+ FTEs. He has spearheaded operational excellence, leading teams in Digital Transformation, Automation, Lean Six Sigma, and AI/Analytics, resulting in improved efficiency and significant cost savings.

Nitin is an innovative Design Thinker and Lead UX Designer with 14 years of expertise, specializing in crafting exceptional digital products across diverse platforms, particularly in Enterprise Solution Design. He has a proven track record of consistently delivering cutting-edge, user-centric solutions. Renowned for seamlessly integrating strategic thinking with design principles, Nitin brings creativity to every project. His skills extend beyond design execution to articulating the strategic significance of superior UX through compelling presentations, highlighting the transformative value of investing in user experience. Nitin is eager to play a pivotal role in the next groundbreaking venture, driven by his passion for creating unparalleled user experiences.

Monika is a dynamic IT professional with 11 years of experience as a Software Engineering Test Lead and Technical Lead. She has led digital transformation programs across the banking, digital, and telecom domains. Monika has a proven track record of delivering business value through strong customer collaboration, excellent communication, and servant-leadership. Known for her interpersonal skills, she excels in guiding teams on new innovations and is a creative thinker. Monika’s expertise in fostering collaboration and driving success makes her a valuable asset in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Deepak Mahurkar is a Mechanical Engineer, and post graduate in Finance and Marine Engineering. He started his career with Armed Forces as a Naval Officer. Later, he worked with the Power Generation sector to move into the Oil & Gas Sector. During his 31 years of professional career, Deepak gained diverse consulting, marketing, commercial, sales and operations experience. In consulting, his experience spans investment advisory, policy & regulations advisory, operational efficiency improvement, and business strategy related consulting.

Mr. Srikanth is a leadership veteran having worked for 27 years of experience in the industry in Senior IT Leadership roles. Previously, he was associated with Amdocs as Cloud Program Director. Srikanth is passionate in mentoring and developing leadership skills through his talks that range topics from Digital transformation, Cloud transformation Leadership Development. He has conducted several impactful workshops & interventions since 2020.

Umadevi has over 22 years of rich professional experience in driving large-scale transformation, change management, and DevOps initiatives for major IT programs in the finance and IT services sectors. She is an expert in digital transformation and implementation strategies, known for her ability to embed differential thinking into projects. Umadevi has spoken on international platforms, sharing her insights and expertise in her field. She holds numerous certifications, including Digital Transformation and Design Thinking from Purdue University, Program Management from Axelos (MSP), Lean-Six Sigma Green Belt from KPMG, and PRINCE2 Practitioner from Axelos. Academically, she holds a B.Tech in Civil Engineering (Honors) and an MBA in Operations and Finance.

Kshitij Kaul is a seasoned marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in advertising, brand strategy, and digital transformation. As the Director of Outlook Media India, he has driven innovative, data-driven marketing strategies that have led to significant brand growth and audience engagement. Kshitij is known for his creative storytelling, leadership development, and ability to spearhead successful campaigns that set industry standards. A two-time award winner at the Excellency Iconic Awards, he was named "Best Leader of the Year" and led Outlook Media to be recognized as the "Emerging Company of the Year." Outside of his professional work, Kshitij is a passionate orator, motivational speaker, and mentor, dedicated to inspiring future leaders in the marketing field. With his visionary approach and commitment to excellence, Kshitij continues to shape the marketing landscape and empower businesses to thrive.

Manish is a Senior Software Engineer with 17+ years of expertise in SWIFT, cross-border payments, and low-value payments, with deep proficiency in ISO 20022, SEPA, and digital transformation. He has excelled in roles such as Solution Designer, Business Analyst, and Subject Matter Expert, driving impactful projects like Lloyds Banking Group's migration to a strategic payment engine and UniCredit's Global Payments System rollout. Manish has partnered with leading financial institutions, including Lloyds, UniCredit, Swedbank, Citibank, and Barclays, delivering cutting-edge payment solutions that optimize efficiency and reduce costs. His accomplishments include leading SEPA Credit Transfer implementations across Central Eastern Europe and HVPS+ migrations at Mizuho Bank. With a Lean Six Sigma-driven approach to process improvement, Manish has achieved significant gains in workflow efficiency and cost reduction. Passionate about fintech innovation, he seeks to connect with peers to drive transformative change.

Veera Reddy is an Air Force veteran and accomplished HR leader with over 22 years of extensive experience across diverse sectors. Beginning his career as a Short Service Commissioned Officer in the Indian Air Force, Veera transitioned to the IT industry, contributing his expertise to leading organizations like Wipro, Genpact, and Cigniti. Renowned for his strategic leadership, Veera specializes in HR digital transformation, organizational design and development, employee experience, and leadership development. A passionate advocate for Diversity and Inclusion, he emphasizes empathy and compassion as the cornerstone of effective leadership. Veera's unique blend of military precision and corporate acumen enables him to drive impactful initiatives that foster organizational growth, cultural transformation, and enhanced employee engagement. His leadership philosophy inspires teams to thrive in dynamic, ever-evolving business environments.