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The Defining Themes
Unlocking AI for enterprise growth: Discover how enterprises can catch
the AI wave to fortify their competitive advantage.
Securing the cyber frontiers with AI: Delving deep into tactics to
secure your organisation with the power of AI and against the might of AI
Shaping the Future of India: Explore how AI is shaping governance and
driving the nation's digital transformation
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Who are the key speakers or presenters at the conclave?
A host of eminent personalities are speaking at the conclave include:
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Electronics, &
Information Technology
Andrew NG, leading AI expert & Co-Founder, Google Brain, Sam Altman’s Stanford
professor
Sridhar Vembu, Founder & CEO, Zoho
Manu Chopra, Founder & CEO, Karya.ai
Sriram Raghavan, Vice President, IBM Research AI
Sharad Sharma, Co-Founder, iSPIRT and Member, UN's advisory body on Artificial
Intelligence
Umakant Soni, Founding Partner, ART Venture Fund & Co-Founder, ARTPARK, Robotics
Incubator
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Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Hon’ble MoS, Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Jal
Shakti
A dynamic and visionary leader with a strong technical background and commitment to
innovation, he brings a wealth of experience to the global AI conference. As a key
figure in the Government of India, he plays a pivotal role in developing policies and
initiatives for AI technology, contributing immensely to this important initiative Join
him at the Global AI Summit and enjoy an in-depth moment of insight exploring the future
together of AI innovation.
Bridging Technology and Policy for Holistic Development in Urban and
Rural India
Priyank Kharge
Hon'ble Minister, IT, BT and Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, Govt of
Karnataka
Priyank Kharge, the Karnataka Minister for Information Technology and Biotechnology,
Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, has been pivotal in fostering a favourable ecosystem
for startups and ventures. Serving as the IT-BT Minister, he implemented impactful
policies like the i4 and AVGC-XR and initiatives such as Elevate Karnataka and Startup
Cell, creating a robust platform for the thriving startup ecosystem. Kharge combines a
deep understanding of technology and policy-making with a comprehensive grasp of rural
and urban needs.
Shereen Bhan
Managing Editor, CNBC-TV18
Shereen Bhan, is the Managing Editor, CNBC-TV18, India’s most respected, most watched
business News channel.
With over two decades in business journalism, she's been instrumental in breaking news
stories that have shaped India's economic and tech landscape. She is the Editor, anchor
and author of Young Turks, India’s longest running show on startups &
entrepreneurship.
She is also the Editor & Anchor of one of India’s largest campaigns to address gender
parity, Future Female Forward.
The recipient of many awards over the years, she has been recognised as a Young Global
Leader by the World Economic Forum. She was recently named Impact Magazines the Most
Influential woman in Media & Marketing.
Chandra R Srikanth
Deputy Executive Editor, Moneycontrol
With a career spanning 15 years across India's leading media houses, Chandra R Srikanth
is part of the leadership team at Moneycontrol, India's preeminent business news
platform. She leads a team of over 10 reporters who cover technology, start-ups and the
new economy. Apart from tracking the new economy closely, Chandra and the team also
curated and executed standout events such as Fintech Conclave, Startup Conclave and the
Creator economy summit. She has interviewed global business icons such as Jeff Bezos,
Steve Wozniak, Vinod Khosla, apart from Indian titans such as NR Narayana Murthy, Nandan
Nilekani and the founders of multiple unicorns.
Driving India's Digital Evolution
Abhishek Singh
CEO, Digital India Corporation & National E-Governance Division, MEITY
Abhishek Singh, is the dynamic CEO of Digital India Corporation and the National
E-Governance Division within the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
(MEITY). With a track record of leading India's digital transformation and fostering
e-governance initiatives, his leadership has been instrumental in harnessing the power
of technology to empower citizens and enhance government services.
Leading Digital India's Language Translation Mission
Amitabh Nag
Chief Executive Officer, Bhashini, Ministry of Electronics & Information
Technology
Amitabh Nag, CEO of Digital India's Bhashini Division and Director of Digital India
Corporation, directs the National Language Translation Mission. With a 30+ year IT
career, he excels in business strategy and has successfully managed transformation
programs. Having extensively worked with the government, contributing at a policy level
and shaping markets, he has built sustainable businesses and executed digital programs
for social good.
Unraveling the Secrets of Semiconductor Dominance in 'Chip War'
Chris Miller
Author - Chip War & Associate Professor - The Fletcher School at Tufts
University
Professor Chris Miller is a renowned expert in international politics, economics, and
technology analysis. His acclaimed book, "Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most
Critical Technology, which is about semiconductor manufacturing, reveals that three
firms are responsible for the computing power that shapes the modern world. “Chip War”
won the Financial Times’ award for the best business book last year and was described by
The New York Times as a “nonfiction thriller”. Apart from being a visiting fellow at the
American Enterprise Institute and a Director at Greenmantle, a major macroeconomic and
geopolitical consulting firm, currently, Professor Miller is an associate professor of
international history at The Fletcher School at Tufts University and co-director of the
Russia and Eurasia Program. His earlier works, including "Putinomics: The two articles
“Power and Money in Resurgent Russia” and “We Shall Be Masters,” touch on several
political and economic trends. Professor Miller, a prolific writer, writes for the
best-known journals in the field of international politics and economics. He has a PhD
and a MA from Yale University and a B.A. in history from Harvard, and gained experience
in a variety of respected roles worldwide.
AI Innovations and the Path Forward
Dr. Andrew Ng
AI Pioneer, Founder, DeepLearning.AI and Co-Founder, Coursera
With an illustrious career spanning both academia and industry, Dr. Ng has made
ground-breaking contributions to the field of AI, shaping its trajectory and
accelerating its progress. As the founder of DeepLearning.AI, Managing General Partner
at AI Fund, Founder & CEO of Landing AI, Chairman and Co-Founder of Coursera, and an
Adjunct Professor at Stanford University, Dr. Ng's impact on the AI landscape is
undeniable. He was named to the Time100 AI list of the most influential AI persons in
the world in 2023. Today, Dr Ng continues to focus on his entrepreneurial ventures,
tirelessly seeking the most effective ways to accelerate responsible AI practices in the
global economy. His unwavering commitment to responsible AI development ensures that the
technology's potential is harnessed for the betterment of society.
Navigating success in Tech, Consumer & Finance
Shailendra Singh
Managing Director, Peak XV
Shailendra Singh, Managing Director, Peak XV Shailendra is a Managing Director at Peak XV
which has partnered with over 400 companies in the technology, consumer, and financial
space over the last 17 years. He joined the firm in 2006 and spearheads all activities
in India and the ASEAN region. Shailendra has advised on several successful investments
including Carousell, CRED, Druva, Gojek, Pine Labs, Tokopedia and Unacademy. He was
included on the Forbes Midas List of top global VCs in 2018, 2019 and 2020. He has
received an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and an undergraduate
degree in chemical engineering from IIT Bombay.
Revolutionising Healthcare with AI
Dr. Geetha Manjunath
Founder, CEO & CTO, NIRAMAI Health Analytix
Dr. Geetha Manjunath, the Founder, CEO, and CTO of NIRAMAI Health Analytix, is a
pioneering force in the field of healthcare technology. With a profound commitment to
revolutionizing breast cancer detection, Dr. Geetha has led the development of an
extraordinary AI solution that detects early-stage breast cancer without the need for
invasive procedures or radiation. Armed with a PhD from the esteemed Indian Institute of
Science (IISc) and a solid foundation in management from Kellogg's Chicago, she brings
over 25 years of invaluable experience in IT innovation to her role. Prior to her
remarkable achievements at NIRAMAI, she played a pivotal role in leading and proposing
multiple AI projects at Xerox Research and Hewlett Packard India. Driven by a passion
for making a difference, her unwavering dedication to improving healthcare outcomes has
positioned her as a trailblazer in the industry.
Empowering Communities to Pioneering AI Solution
Manu Chopra
Founder & CEO, Karya.ai
Manu Chopra, the visionary founder and CEO of Karya.ai, whose remarkable journey ranges
from managing the Chopra Foundation which touched 1,000 villages in India to his
academic achievement with a degree in computer science with his' focused on artificial
intelligence including from Stanford University. His relentless interest in using
technology to enhance human lives culminated in a growing number of anti-bullying
solutions to security concerns role in the development of its landmark patent in India.
Recognised and awarded by notables such as Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam, his commitment extends
to co-founding CS+Social Good at Stanford and launching impactful initiatives around the
world.
Shaping Global AI Governance
Sharad Sharma
Co-Founder, iSPIRT & Member, UN’s Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence
Sharad Sharma, co-founder of iSPIRT and a distinguished member of the UN Advisory Body on
Artificial Intelligence, is a visionary leader, who contributed significantly to the
concept of India Stack, Health Stack, and other digital citizen products. His work on
Data Empowerment Protection Architecture (DEPA) reflects a unique approach that differs
from Chinese and American models, so that India's approach has greater global relevance.
With an impressive career including co-founding Teltier Technologies and holding senior
positions at tech giants, he is a driving force in shaping the future of AI and
technology.
Pioneering Ethical Innovation in Business
Sridhar Vembu
Founder & CEO, Zoho
Sridhar Vembu, a trailblazing Indian billionaire business magnate and the Founder & CEO
of Zoho Corporation, has a remarkable journey that places him as the 55th richest person
in India according to Forbes, as of 2021. Recognized for his outstanding contributions,
he was honoured with India's Padma Shri award in 2021. Sridhar's professional odyssey
began as a wireless engineer with Qualcomm in San Diego, eventually bringing him to the
San Francisco Bay Area. Under his visionary leadership, Zoho has grown into a SaaS
juggernaut, offering customer relationship management services. He has also championed
the decentralization of software and product development, establishing offices in rural
Indian villages, thus exemplifying a commitment to both technological innovation and
rural empowerment.
Pioneering the Future as the Technology Humanist
Sindhu Gangadharan
SVP & MD, SAP Labs India; Head, SAP User Enablement
Sindhu Gangadharan, also known as the Technology Humanist, is a famous figure in the
global world. A 24-year career at SAP has seen her rise through the ranks and become the
first female leader of SAP Labs India. Serving as the Managing Director & Sr. Vice
President, she heads the product development and innovate of SAP’s R&D facilities in
India. Furthermore, as the Head of SAP User Enablement, Sindhu leads a global team that
provides uniform, intelligent, and personalised user enablement for SAP’s products
portfolio. Her technical skills and leadership made this vision of Intelligent
Enterprise come alive for SAP. Sindhu sits on the Board of SAP, Siemens India and Titan
Company Limited beyond the role of the SAP. She became Vice Chairperson for NASSCOM in
2023, and chaired the NASSCOM GCC council that year. Sindhu also actively participates
in promoting Indo–German economic ties serving as a member of the Steering Committee at
the Indo–German Chamber of Commerce. She is referred to as the Most Influential AI
Leader, Fortune’s Top 50 Most Powerful Women, and Asia’s Most Promising Business Leader.
Based in Bengaluru, Sindhu and her family includes herself, her husband, two daughters,
and Dexter.
The Architect of AI Innovation
Sriram Raghavan
Vice President, IBM Research AI
Sriram Raghavan, the distinguished Vice President of IBM Research AI, is a leading figure
in the world of artificial intelligence and innovation. With an impressive track record
of pioneering AI research technology, he has been pushing the boundaries of what is
possible in AI. His expertise and leadership not only advanced artificial intelligence
but also influenced its application in the real world. Join him at the Global AI
Conclave to gain insights on shaping the future of AI.
Pioneering Research and Innovation
Dr. Manish Gupta
Director - Research, Google
Dr. Manish Gupta serves as the Director of Research at Google, leading teams in India,
Australia, and the US. His extensive background includes leadership roles at video
technology startup VideoKen and Xerox. At IBM, he played a crucial role in developing
system software for the Blue Gene/L supercomputer, earning recognition from the then-US
President. Manish, a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois, has co-authored many papers,
holds 19 US patents, and received multiple awards, including the Distinguished Alumnus
Award from IIT Delhi. Recognised as a Fellow of ACM and the Indian National Academy of
Engineering, he has contributed to India's research community for over two decades.
Pioneering Healthcare Transformation with AI
Tathagato Rai Dastidar
CEO & Chairperson, SigTuple
Tathagato Rai Dastidar, popularly known as Tatha, is an accomplished and respected
individual in the tech industry with an impressive 23-year track record. Holding a BTech
and PhD in Computer Science from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology,
Kharagpur, Tatha has established himself as a seasoned professional in semiconductor
design automation. His career began in 2000 at National Semiconductor, where he
specialized in software for semiconductor design automation, making significant
contributions to the company. In 2007-08, he embarked on a brief entrepreneurial venture
within the same domain, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability.
Throughout his career, he has achieved numerous accomplishments and milestones, earning
him recognition as a notable figure in the field. With his extensive knowledge and
expertise, he continues to make significant contributions to the tech industry,
consistently propelling innovation and problem-solving.
Pioneering India's AI and Robotics
Umakant Soni
Chairman AI foundry, Co-founder ARTPARK
Umakant Soni, the Founding Partner of ART Venture Fund and Co-Founder of ARTPARK, a
Robotics Incubator, is a visionary leader at the forefront of India's AI and robotics
landscape. He has been spearheading the development of an AI mothership designed to
cater to billions of users in India, and he serves as a nominated expert representing
India in the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI). His extensive experience includes chairing
AI Foundry, co-founding India's pioneering AI fund, pi Ventures, and supporting top-tier
AI companies like Sigtuple and Niramai. With a rich background in technology and
innovation strategy, including roles at Wipro and LUNAR, he is a trailblazer in the
world of AI and robotics.
Visionary Architect of India's Innovation Landscape
Ashok Jhunjhunwala
Institute Professor, IIT Madras & President, IITM Research Park, IITM Incubation
Cell & RTBI
A trailblazer in fostering Industry-Academia collaboration in India, Prof. Ashok
Jhunjhunwala comes with a stellar academic background from IIT Kanpur and the University
of Maine, USA. Recognized with prestigious awards like Padmashri and Shanti-Swarup
Bhatnagar, he is a Dronacharya in entrepreneurship, incubating over 280 companies at IIT
Madras. As the driving force behind innovative products in telecom, banking, energy, and
electric vehicles, he continues to shape the landscape of research, development, and
innovation in India. Currently serving as the Chairman of the CSIR Advisory Board and
IIIT Hyderabad, his legacy of leadership and achievement is unparalleled.
Navigating Language and AI Frontiers
Pandu Nayak Vice President, Google
Pandu Nayak is a Vice President at Google, where he focuses on various aspects of Search
Quality. Having worked at Google for over 18 years, he has led our algorithmic and
ranking teams and is particularly interested in language understanding as it applies to
Search.
Prior to joining Google, he was the Chief Architect and then CTO of Stratify, Inc. where
he helped develop the very successful Stratify Legal Discovery service. Before Stratify,
he was a Research Scientist at the NASA Ames Research Center. While at NASA he served as
the Deputy Lead of the Remote Agent project. The Remote Agent was the first Artificial
Intelligence system to be given primary command of a spacecraft.
Leading the Innovation, Investment & Transformation Trajectory
Prashanth Prakash Founding Partner Accel, Chairman Vision Group
for Startup's, Govt of Karnataka
Prashanth Prakash, Founding Partner at Accel and Chairman of Vision Group for Startups,
Government of Karnataka, is a pioneering figure in India's startup ecosystem. With a
profound impact on ventures like Flipkart and Ola, Prakash is not only a venture
capitalist but also a catalyst for social change. As Chairman of Sikshana Foundation and
United Way Bengaluru, he blends corporate governance with social transformation.
Co-founder of ACT Grants, he played a pivotal role in addressing the challenges of the
COVID-19 pandemic. Prashanth is also a critical force behind The Young Indian
Philanthropic Pledge and actively contributes to environmental initiatives, including
lake rejuvenation and afforestation.
Entrepreneurial Vision for Computational AI
Andrew Feldman Co-Founder & CEO, Cerebras Systems
Andrew Feldman is co-founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems, the pioneer in wafer scale
technology for the world’s fastest AI compute. He is an entrepreneur dedicated to
pushing boundaries in the compute space. Prior to Cerebras, he co-founded and was CEO of
SeaMicro, a pioneer of energy-efficient, high-bandwidth microservers. SeaMicro was
acquired by AMD in 2012 for $357M. Before SeaMicro, Andrew was the Vice President of
Product Management, Marketing and BD at Force10 Networks which was later sold to Dell
Computing for $800M. Prior to Force10 Networks, Andrew was the Vice President of
Marketing and Corporate Development at RiverStone Networks from the company’s inception
through IPO in 2001. Andrew holds a BA and an MBA from Stanford University.
A Leader's Legacy in Tech and Philanthropy
Mary Snapp Vice President, Strategic AI Initiatives
Microsoft
Mary Snapp is a distinguished professional with over 35 years at Microsoft. She is the
guiding force behind strategic AI initiatives. Her dynamic career includes pivotal roles
in legal counsel for Microsoft's engineering and leadership of Global Philanthropies. As
we stand at the crossroads where technology and philanthropy are on different paths, her
experience will shed light on the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence and show
how and where these paths converge.
Can Multilingual AI Nurture Inclusivity?
Kalika Bali Principal Researcher, Microsoft Research Labs
India
Kalika Bali is a Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research Labs India. Her work in
speech and language technologies focuses on using language models for building
technology that offers natural human-computer interactions. She has been working on
technology for low-resource languages and that of marginalised communities for over two
decades, building with speech and natural language processing. She believes that local
language technology, especially with speech interfaces, can help millions of people
enter an almost inaccessible world. Applauded for her work in breaking language barriers
in technology, she is championing inclusivity in AI.
Reshaping Work Dynamics with Cutting-Edge AI and Innovation
Rohan Narayana Murty Founder & CTO, Soroco
Rohan Narayana Murty is the founder and CTO of Soroco, an AI company pioneering new
enterprise software that reshapes how organizations get work done. The visionary behind
Soroco has contributed extensively to Harvard Business Review, unveiling profound
insights extracted from the work graph. Presently, empowers some of the world's largest
companies with its cutting-edge AI and work graph technology. Meet him, and together,
delve into the future of work dynamics.
Pioneering Healthcare Access and Digital Transformation
Viren Shetty Vice Chairman, Narayana Health
Viren Shetty is the Vice Chairman of Narayana Health, a world-renowned healthcare group
dedicated towards making healthcare accessible to all. In his prior role as Chief
Operating Officer, Viren was responsible for hospital operations, investor relations,
business planning, technology transformation, and healthcare policy. He is currently
leading a program to transform NH into a fully integrated digital-first healthcare
provider. Viren has an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and an
undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from RV College.
Nurturing Positive AI Impact and Shaping Digital Public Infrastructure
Tanuj Bhojwani
Head, people + ai
Tanuj Bhojwani is currently the head of people+ai, a not-for-profit working on ai for
good. Since 2016, he has been working on various technical, legal and policy aspects of
digital public infrastructure with Nandan Nilekani. Tanuj has also co-authored a book
“The Art of Bitfulness” with Nandan. Tanuj is currently on the Board of the Digital
Public Goods Alliance. Tanuj was previously a Fellow at iSPIRT Foundation, where he
worked on policy issues related to digital identity, payments, data protection and
drones. He holds a chemical engineering degree from IIT Bombay, and attended Ashoka
University to study liberal arts at the Young India Fellowship.Prior to iSPIRT, Tanuj
has been a VC and an entrepreneur.
A Strategic Guide for Seamless Digital Transformation
Mahesh Makhija
India Technology Consulting Leader, EY
Mahesh is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in IT consulting and
collaborates closely with technology experts and innovation leaders. He focuses on
helping businesses embrace new capabilities, seamlessly integrate emerging technologies,
and leverage innovation for unique competitive advantages—Mahesh advocates for adopting
emerging technologies and understands them as enablers that drive innovation. With an
extensive background in leading major business transformation and IT strategy projects,
he is adept at guiding clients through the complexities of their digital transformation
journey.
Pioneering Digital Public Infrastructure and AI for Good
Dr. Vivek Raghavan
Founder, Sarvam AI
Dr Vivek Raghavan, founder of Sarvam AI, is an entrepreneur, technologist and builder of
digital public infrastructure. Dr Vivek has been part of many population-scale
initiatives and believes that AI can positively impact people's lives. He played a
crucial role in designing, implementing and scaling the technology platform for Aadhaar,
the world's most extensive identity program. As an advisor to GSTN, UPI and the Supreme
Court has helped them leverage AI in population scale systems. More recently, Vivek was
Chief Mentor to AI4Bharat and Bhashini- a tech-enabled platform that will empower
vernacular India to access the internet and digital services in Indian languages.
Guiding Digital Transformation and Leading in the Indian IT Landscape
Anil Valluri MD & VP, Palo Alto Networks
With over 35 years of experience in prime technology MNCs, Anil Valluri currently serves
as the MD & RVP for Palo Alto Networks, overseeing India & SAARC operations. Previously,
he facilitated digital transformation for enterprise accounts through strategic
partnerships. An industry influencer, Anil has held key positions in Nasscom, MAIT, and
the CII National Committee on IT and ITeS, showcasing his leadership and collaborative
skills in the Indian IT sector.
A Visionary Leader in Network Security Product Management
Swapna, a seasoned professional with over 24 years in the IT industry, holds the position
of Vice President of Product Management for Network Security. Her extensive experience
spans leadership and versatile expertise. Throughout her career, Swapna has played a
pivotal role in conceptualizing products, leading global teams, and navigating diverse
technologies, including Optical Networking, Cellular Networks, Data Analytics, and AI.
Her journey includes contributions to renowned companies she now serves as the leader of
the Network Security Product Management team at Palo Alto Networks in Bangalore.
Leading Cybersecurity Excellence
Huzefa Motiwala Director, Systems Engineering, India & SAARC,
Palo Alto Networks
Huzefa Motiwala, with over 25 years of experience in technical presales and systems
engineering, currently serves as the Director of Systems Engineering for India and SAARC
at Palo Alto Networks. In this role, he leads the strategy and execution of technical
sales engagement, ensuring heightened customer satisfaction. Known for his dynamic
leadership, Huzefa excels in building high-performance teams, achieving revenue
objectives, and fostering channel development. As a Director at Palo Alto Networks,
Huzefa Motiwala focuses on leading technical sales growth and driving excellence in
cybersecurity solutions.
Shaping the Future of India's Data Centers and Cloud Innovation
Sunil Gupta Co-Founder, Managing Director & CEO, Yotta Data
Services
Sunil Gupta, Co-Founder, Managing Director & CEO of Yotta Data Services, is a driving
force in India's data centre industry, recognised as the 'Data Center Man of India.'
With over 30 years of experience and a distinguished education, Sunil has been pivotal
in Yotta's transformative journey. His visionary leadership earned him a place in Data
Economy's APAC 50 list. Under Sunil's guidance, Yotta introduced 'Yntraa Cloud,' India's
first open-source hyperscale Public Cloud platform, emphasising a sovereign digital
ecosystem. Sunil collaborates to democratise AI and contributes to shaping India's IT
landscape as an active angel investor and industry influencer.
Revolutionizing Education through AI Literacy
Monika S Garg Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar
Pradesh
Smt. Monika S Garg, a distinguished IAS officer of the 1989 batch in the Uttar Pradesh
cadre, has been a driving force in the education sector for over 14 years. She
successfully implemented the National Education Policy 2020 in Uttar Pradesh, setting a
model for other states. As the architect of Team UPAI, she launched the "AI Literacy for
All" campaign, revolutionising AI education through impactful video lectures. Her vision
and commitment shape a more inclusive and technologically advanced future for education.
Driving Excellence in Healthcare
Mr. Dilip JoseMD & CEO, Manipal Health Enterprises Pvt.
Ltd
Dilip Jose serves as the Managing Director and CEO of Manipal Health Enterprises Pvt.
Limited, overseeing India's second-largest hospital network, Manipal Hospitals. With a
wealth of experience spanning over 33 years across diverse sectors, Dilip has dedicated
the last 19 years to healthcare leadership. As Group CEO at CARE Hospitals, he managed a
network of tertiary care facilities. Dilip's journey in healthcare leadership follows a
foundation built in corporate finance and strategy. Before transitioning to the
healthcare sector, he held significant positions in Medical and Para-Medical education
and tertiary healthcare delivery. Dilip Jose's multifaceted expertise is advancing
integrated healthcare delivery in India.
Leading State Street India with Vision and Impact
Arindam BanerrjiExecutive Vice President & Country Head, India,
State Street India
Arindam serves as the Executive Vice President and Country Head for State Street India,
overseeing operations in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Mumbai, along with the joint
venture with HCL. With a rich background spanning three decades in the financial
services sector, Arindam holds diverse global experience. He manages compliance within
the country's regulatory framework, chairs the State Street India Management Committee,
and leads the India Risk and Compliance Committee. Arindam is a proponent of cultivating
employee engagement, fostering collaboration, and championing diversity and inclusivity.
Beyond his corporate role, he actively engages in philanthropy, supporting education for
girls and working with street children in India.
Navigating Excellence in IT Leadership and Transformation
Ashu KakkarChief Information Officer, LTTS
Ashu Kakkar, the Chief Information Officer at LTTS, brings over 30 years of industry
experience and a wealth of expertise in IT leadership. Having served as CIO and SVP Ashu
is a seasoned leader in IT, Blueprinting, Strategy, Digital Transformation, Budgeting,
and Large-Scale Delivery Execution. He is recognised for his substantial expertise in
enterprise-wide change management, business processes, and technology transformation.
Ashu prioritises building long-term relationships with key stakeholders, adopting a
consultative approach, and actively engaging teams to maximise their potential. With a
master's degree in information technology, Ashu is dedicated to professional excellence,
actively participates in CSR initiatives, and seeks continuous learning opportunities.
E-Grocery: Leading Tech Innovation Leader
Kaivalya VohraCo-Founder & CTO, Zepto
Kaivalya Vohra, Co-Founder and CTO of Zepto, India’s premier e-grocery platform, is
driving tech innovation to revolutionise the online grocery shopping experience. As a
Computer Science drop-out from Stanford University, USA, and a Y Combinator alumnus,
Kaivalya is committed to solving real-world problems. His leadership role involves
shaping business strategy, overseeing app design and development, system architecture,
and ensuring operational integrity. Kaivalya's efforts are instrumental in Zepto's
success in addressing business challenges and leveraging opportunities through
cutting-edge technology solutions.
Pioneering Information Security And Technology Leadership
Kavitha KadambiVP & Chief Information Security Officer Infosys
Ltd
Kavitha Kadambi, the VP and Chief Information Security Officer at Infosys Limited,
spearheads information security strategy. With over two-and-a-half decades of global
technology leadership experience, Kavitha drives thought leadership, cultivates a robust
security culture, and successfully leads large-scale enterprise transformation programs.
Renowned as a leader and mentor for Women in Technology and Women in Business, she is
also a speaker at industry forums and global symposiums. Kavitha's strategic expertise
extends to innovation and digital service offerings, particularly cloud-led
modernisation.
Insights from the Healthcare and AI
Tushar VashishtCo-founder & CEO, Healthify
Tushar Vashisht, the Co-founder and CEO of Healthify, is a University of Pennsylvania
graduate with a diverse career background, including roles as an investment banker and
contributor to Nandan Nilekani's Unique ID project. Motivated by concerns about
poverty-driven malnutrition in India, Tushar conducted a 'Rs.100 a day' experiment,
creating an exhaustive nutritional information database with the National Institute of
Nutrition. This initiative laid the foundation for Healthify in 2012, a platform
empowering users to track their daily food and workout routines for a healthy lifestyle.
As a Healthcare and AI panel speaker, Tushar shares entrepreneurial insights and a
passion for addressing nutritional challenges.