The Payal Nanjiani Leadership Podcast

Dipak Sanghavi | CMD, Nilon's Enterprises Private LimitedMr. 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. 

 Shailendra  Jain  | Bret Wheat Endowed Professor at Michael G. Foster School of Business,  Mrs.Shalini  Jain  Associate Professor of Management,Director MBA Program Milgard School of Business, University of WashingtonINTRODUCTION :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 | Former Chairperson & Managing Director, Shipping Corporation of India Ltd, Inland Managing Director,India Ports Global Ltd , Director (Finance)Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.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 Sharma | HR Business Leader, Performance Emerging Markets ,GSKChinmay 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. 

Subramanian R S | Managing Director  DHL Express IndiaMr. 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 CoEHead – 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 ClientsMedia 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  

 Maheen Lampwala | Country CFO & Head of GBS India (SSC), Faurecia Group 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 Firodia Motwani | Founder & CEO, Kinetic Green 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 | Entrepreneur Institute for Health and 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!  

 Jim Steele | Founder , Holistic Performance Lab 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 Jain 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

 T J Cawley | Mayor of Morrisville, USA 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 | CEO at RSPL GroupManish 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.

ROBERT KAY Lee  | Co-founders of i61, inc.,INTRODUCTION :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.

Tentu Venkataramana |  Group CEO-JR Group of IndustriesVenkataramana 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 | Managing Director & CEO,CEAT Mr. 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 | Founder ,GBM 6  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 | Managing Director,Business Clan Apex AccountancyRohit 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

Claire Cavalieri | Founder of Ageless AgingThe 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 | Founder & CEO, StreamBox Media 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. 

Dr.Sunil Duggal | Independent Director, Godawari Power and Ispat Ltd (GPIL)                                Independent Director,Singer India Limited                                Global Senior AdvisorGlobal Senior Advisor,dss+INTRODUCTION :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 Rao | CEO, Leo Burnett,South AsiaAmitesh 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 transitionsYou 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

Chitra Nayak | Independent Board Member (Infosys, VIMO, UrbanFootprint),BCG Executive Advisor, 2023 NACD Directorship 100 HonoreeINTRODUCTION :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

Sanchayan Paul | Chief Human Resources Officer - Network18INTRODUCTION :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. 

NAME :Mr.Scott RameyScott Ramey | Founder , The Scott Ramey GroupINTRODUCTION :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.

NAME :Mr.Raju AnthonyRaju 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.

Naren Narayana| Former CEO & MD of Rakuten Symphony India  Founder and Director at Thellion VenturesINTRODUCTION :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.