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Anuran Chaudhuri is a seasoned travel industry professional with over two decades of experience, specializing in business growth, travel operations, and client management. He has held senior roles at JTB Corp., including Deputy General Manager and Senior Manager for Account Management, responsible for revenue, team leadership, and travel operations in India. Throughout his career, Anuran has driven market expansion across Asia-Pacific, managed global programs, and led successful projects in process improvement and business analytics for organizations such as Mystifly, CWT, and Travix. He began his professional journey in hospitality with Taj Hotels and The Park Hotels, developing a strong foundation in customer service and hotel operations. Anuran holds an MBA in International Business and Marketing from Pondicherry University and is certified at the consultant level in travel operations by IATA. Based in Bengaluru, he is known for fostering professional relationships, leading teams, and welcoming new collaborations in the travel and hospitality sectors.

Ritu Sharma is a strategic Talent Acquisition leader with 20 years of global experience building high-impact talent acquisition functions across consulting, IT, ITES, product development, and engineering services. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, she specializes in end-to-end hiring strategies that drive business growth, covering sourcing excellence, employer branding, talent acquisition operations, candidate engagement, and data-driven reporting. Currently, Ritu holds the position of Senior Manager, Operational Excellence - University Relations at Brillio. She leads global dashboard and reporting implementation, LinkedIn branding initiatives, talent acquisition brand ambassador programs, and diversity hiring plans. She has driven extensive campus hiring efforts resulting in 500 hires annually from 30+ campuses and has launched innovative referral campaigns and onboarding enhancements. Previously, she has held leadership roles in campus hiring and university relations at AB InBev India, LT Technology Services, Cisco, PwC Service Delivery Center, and PwC India, managing large-scale recruitment, manpower planning, budget planning, and strategic campus engagement initiatives across India, UK, and Romania. Ritu holds an MBA in HR from Kakatiya University and a Bachelor of Science degree. Her career is marked by a blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, making her a respected leader in talent acquisition and workforce planning.

Ramana Kumar Musunuru is an accomplished professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in business excellence, lean manufacturing, quality management systems, change management, and continual improvement initiatives. He currently serves as the Consulting Editor at Dynamic Manufacturing India and is the Head of Operations at Phitons Bioengineering Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru. Previously, he held leadership roles at Indo Autotech Ltd as Management Representative and Quality Assurance Manager, and at TATA Marcopolo Motors as Program Coordinator and Production Incharge. Ramana is a certified quality management systems professional and an expert in strategy development, training, and skill development coaching. He holds a Diploma in Tool & Die Making from NTTF, an MBA in Human Resources Management from Osmania University, and has additional qualifications from Acharya Nagarjuna University. Known for his result-oriented approach and commitment to operational excellence, Ramana is dedicated to driving sustainable growth, team development, and continuous improvement in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Vaibhav R Chinchure is a qualified engineer and passionate health and fitness enthusiast based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Currently, he serves as a Customer Relationship Management Manager at Adarsh Group. Vaibhav has over 6 years of experience in marketing and customer experience roles, including significant tenure at Embassy Group as Assistant Manager in Marketing Pre-sales and CRM Specialist. Vaibhav is also a mindset coach and healer, driven by a mission to inspire and transform 10 million lives by imparting life skills rooted in the principles of the law of attraction and raising consciousness. Outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys reading inspirational true-life stories, watching documentaries, and exploring diverse cuisines, with a special fondness for Chinese food.

Anjan A is a seasoned HR professional with over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently serving as Vice President at Northern Trust in Bengaluru, Karnataka. He specializes in talent management, employee learning and development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Anjan is passionate about designing impactful learning solutions that boost workforce performance and engagement, empowering employees to realize their full potential. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management and Services from Symbiosis International University and possesses multiple certifications in leadership, DiSC training, and diversity champion programs. Recognized with the Chairman's Award for his contributions to the Disability Business Resource Council, Anjan is committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusive workplace practices.

Karthik V is a highly accomplished Strategic Project and Digital Transformation Leader based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with 14 years of extensive experience in orchestrating seamless team transitions from the UK and Ireland to India. He is an expert in change management, business process analysis, data migration, and reference data management initiatives. Currently, Karthik serves as Vice President at Northern Trust, where he leads production support and digital transformation efforts. He has demonstrated strong leadership in managing critical functions such as UK change management, client onboarding, and production support with a proven track record of reliable delivery and operational excellence. Karthik's expertise includes driving technology-driven business analysis, enabling cross-functional collaboration, and optimizing data integrity through innovative solutions like XML scripting. Karthik holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Surana College and professional certifications including Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO). His career began in business development, where he promoted innovative OCR technology solutions, showcasing his passion for technology and business process improvement.

Dr. Shishira Srinivasa is a PhD holder in Stress Management with specialized expertise in stress and anxiety management coaching, psychology, and hypnotherapy. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, she is a multi-award-winning author and public speaker passionate about advancing mental health awareness and wellness. She is also an enrolled agent certified by the IRS and holds several certifications including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (CCBT) and marketing psychology credentials. Dr. Shishira currently works at KPMG as an Assistant Manager and Senior Tax Analyst, bringing 7 years of professional experience in analytical and managerial roles. She holds a Master of Science degree in Psychology from Jain Deemed-to-be University and completed her PhD from Visvesvaraya Technological University. Her research contributions include papers on social media marketing, stress effects on employees, and theoretical studies on stress management. She is recognized for her expertise in child psychology, organizational psychology, PTSD counseling, and sports psychology. Dr. Shishira is dedicated to promoting productive meetings, critical thinking, and mental well-being through coaching and writing.

Ranie Jay Srinivas is a dynamic and experienced Human Resources professional with over 28 years of expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and strategic HR planning. She has a proven track record of enhancing organizational performance through innovative HR strategies and effective people management. Adept at fostering positive workplace culture and driving employee engagement, Ranie is skilled in talent acquisition and retention, performance management, HR policy development, conflict resolution, and compliance. She has extensive experience as a Head of Administration in the retail industry and has worked in various roles such as General Manager HR at Cafe Coffee Day, where she was the primary HR contact for regional offices, supporting employee lifecycle, benefits, and performance coaching. Ranie also worked with Tally Solutions managing global education and training. She holds an MBA focused on Human Resource Management from Symbiosis Pune and a Bachelor of Commerce from Jyoti Nivas College, Bangalore. She is also certified in NLP and recognized for her strong program and project management capabilities in HR.

Jyothsna Devi is a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader with over 17 years of progressive experience in recruitment strategy delivery and talent management. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, she currently serves as Director of Professional Services at Trigent Software Pvt. Ltd. Jyothsna has successfully transformed talent acquisition functions through innovation, digital transformation, and advanced talent partnering methodologies. She is skilled in building scalable talent plans, recruiting teams, and establishing infrastructure and processes to attract, retain, and develop key talent. Jyothsna is known for her people-centric approach, fostering collaborative and inclusive work cultures that empower individuals to reach their full potential. She excels at identifying top talent, developing innovative recruitment strategies, and implementing retention programs that create a strong and diverse talent pipeline. Her previous roles include leadership positions at Kasmo as Delivery Head of Staffing and at The Adecco Group where she handled end-to-end recruitment and mentored junior recruiters. Jyothsna's earlier experience includes HR executive and senior recruiter roles across reputed organizations. She holds an MBA in HR and Marketing from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University and an MCA from Osmania University, along with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Equipment Maintenance.

Anantha Lakshmanarao is a seasoned professional with over 22 years of experience leading clients across geographies. He is currently an Associate Director at KPMG, where he leads Global Rewards Services and has handled project assignments in the United States across Houston, Montvale, New York, Dallas, and Orlando. Anantha began his career with Toyota and has developed expertise in US and Australian individual tax. He is passionate about continuous learning, student skill development, coaching, mentoring, public speaking, and motivational speaking. Anantha is also an accomplished stand-up comedian who uses his platform to empower youth and community initiatives. He has conducted sessions for thousands of students in prominent colleges and business schools across cities like Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai. Anantha holds a Master of Commerce degree and has completed executive general management programs including one from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. He is a Certified Coach, a Competent Communicator certified by Toastmasters International with over 10 years of public speaking experience, and has cleared the Enrolled Agent examination conducted by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.

Sourav Singh is an accomplished management professional with over 15 years of senior leadership experience across South Asia, Africa, East West, and the USA. Currently, he serves as CEO of FunCity Tanzania, the largest family water theme park in East Africa, where he oversees all operational, financial, marketing, sales, and human resource functions to deliver excellent guest satisfaction and business growth. Prior to his CEO role, Sourav held leadership positions in resource mobilization and fund development with organizations such as Pallium India, Rotary International South Asia Office, NEPPERHAN Community Center, and SOS Children's Villages International in Benin, West Africa. He has extensive experience in fundraising, donor relations, corporate partnerships, and communication strategy. Earlier in his career, Sourav managed marketing and communication activities for notable organizations including Pantaloon Retail India Limited, Satguru Travels, Greenpeace, and Rainbow Homes Foundation. He holds an MBA in Marketing, Communication & Advertising from ICFAI Business School and a degree in Hotel Management and Tourism from the Institute of Advanced Management, Kolkata. Sourav is noted for his strong leadership, strategic vision, and ability to foster sustainable growth through effective fundraising and operational excellence.

Rony Antony is a Partner at BDO in India, based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with over 17 years of experience in management, international tax consulting, and direct tax. He has been with BDO since February 2021. Prior to this, he was a Partner at PwC India from December 2018 to September 2020. He also served as Director at BSR Co, LLP for nearly six years and held various leadership roles at KPMG India, including Senior Manager and Manager, over a span of about six years. Early in his career, he worked as a Manager at Ernst & Young for two years. Rony Antony's expertise lies in tax consulting and management in top-tier firms in India.

Lalit Suresh is a seasoned Learning and Development (L&D) professional based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with 20 years of experience in driving scalable talent strategies across diverse industries. Currently, he serves as the Global Head of Learning and Development at Torry Harris Integration Solutions since June 2021. His expertise lies in transforming L&D into a strategic business partner that impacts retention, leadership readiness, and performance. Lalit specializes in designing leadership academies, career architectures, and leveraging AI-driven learning tools to foster continuous learning cultures. His previous roles include Program Manager at IBM, Head of Training Operations at HCL Technologies, and Training Manager at Myntra. Lalit is a certified AI specialist, LD Leader, and holds certifications such as Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Train the Trainer, CPLP, TESOL Practitioner, and Agile Expert. He is also recognized as the Learning Professional of the Year 2025 and is the principal founder member of the Toastmasters Club CSC Chapter. Lalit is passionate about creating future-ready career paths, upskilling leaders, and driving culture change to promote sustainable and high-impact learning aligned with business goals.

Roydon Gonsalvez is a global HR and talent leader based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, specializing in people development, organizational culture, leadership consulting, and talent strategy. Currently, he is Senior Vice President and Head of Talent Management and Development for the APAC region at Northern Trust, overseeing talent initiatives impacting over 10,000 employees across 8 countries. His expertise spans talent planning, leadership development, cultural integration, competency frameworks, and performance management. Roydon combines a scholar-practitioner approach as a Doctorate in Business Administration candidate with extensive hands-on experience in instructional design, digital learning, and HR consulting. He has held senior roles in digital learning and talent management at Northern Trust since 2015 and has also worked in learning design and operations at Accenture and other companies. Roydon is passionate about leveraging emerging technologies like AI to craft sustainable talent strategies aligned to business goals.

Martina Veena Thomas is an experienced Human Resource Business Partner based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with over fifteen years in the IT industry. She currently works as a Group Leader at Concentrix. Prior to this, she served as Senior Manager HR Business Partner at Prime Focus Technologies. Martina has extensive experience in HR functions including business partnering, performance management, HR operations and analytics, talent engagement and development, career management, culture and diversity, rewards and recognition, and talent acquisition. Her career includes significant roles at Wipro Technologies and IBM, specializing in leadership development, employee engagement, succession planning, competency mapping, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Martina is recognized for strong communication, social, and analytical skills, and her ability to work effectively in fast-paced, matrixed organizations. Outside work, she enjoys traveling, Ikebana, dancing, and cooking. She holds an MBA in HR and Finance from St. Joseph's College of Business Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Travel and Tourism Management from Mount Carmel College.

Iqbal Singh is a seasoned Learning and Development professional with over 20 years of experience, currently leading LD at Cafe Coffee Day, India's largest coffee chain. He specializes in instructional design, leadership development, and organizational growth, creating transformative learning experiences that drive business success. Throughout his career, Iqbal has worked with prominent global brands such as Realme, Huawei, Reliance, Mary Kay Cosmetics, and IBM Daksh, leading initiatives to boost employee engagement and leadership capabilities. Iqbal blends traditional learning methods with innovative technologies, including LMS/LXP platforms and AI-driven tools, to create personalized, scalable learning solutions that foster a future-ready environment. He is recognized as a Top 20 LD Influencer at the LD Vision Innovation Summit Awards 2023 and has received the Star Employee Award at Huawei. He is actively involved in keynote speeches, panel discussions, and podcasts, including Spotify's Gigonomics Unplugged. Apart from his corporate role, Iqbal serves on the Board of Advisors at Muthoot Business School, Kochi, mentoring and contributing to future management education. He is dedicated to fostering inclusive, high-performing workplaces by equipping teams with skills and confidence for success. Iqbal also explores AI-driven learning solutions and digital innovations to help organizations adapt to the future of work. Outside work, he enjoys community engagement, culinary exploration, photography, public speaking, and immersive travel.

Nav Kishlay is a visionary strategist and thought leader in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030 with over 18 years of dynamic experience spanning corporate, social, and policy ecosystems. He currently serves as Director of CSR Consulting at Ripples Learning Research, where he drives strategy, impact assessment, stakeholder engagement, and transformative program design for corporates, foundations, NGOs, and multilateral agencies. Nav's expertise includes BRSR reporting, GRI framework implementation, and outcome-driven CSR strategies. He is also an international master trainer with Change the Game Academy and MDF Netherlands, having trained over 8,000 professionals and delivered more than 14,000 hours of impactful facilitation across India and abroad. In addition to his CSR leadership, Nav is a unique Expressionpreneur coach and storyteller, empowering individuals and institutions to communicate authentically and effectively through verbal and non-verbal communication, including performing and visual arts. He is a core member of the ASSOCHAM Karnataka State Development Council and HR Committee, contributing to national dialogues on CSR, ESG, POSH, and inclusive HR practices. Nav has previously founded and led initiatives in theater production and corporate events, authored plays based on philosophical themes, and coached SME founders to scale and sustain their businesses. He is known for fostering compelling narratives that inspire stakeholders and amplify social impact.

Dinesh Mishra is the Joint Managing Director at Meshmix Media Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with over 14 years of specialized experience in media sales and marketing. He has extensively worked across verticals including Gems & Jewellery, Supply Chain Logistics, Process Industry, and has spent the last eight years focusing on the Manufacturing Industry, particularly in the machine tools sector. Dinesh leads international advertisement sales, media collaborations, and strategic sales marketing efforts. He currently heads Dynamic Manufacturing India (DMI), a leading magazine catering to the manufacturing sector with readership spanning automotive, aviation, defense, and other industries. He has initiated landmark events like the Industry Samurai Awards Conference to celebrate excellence in manufacturing and supply chain. His previous roles include senior leadership positions at Vogel Business Media and Hamburg Media, driving Pan India advertisement sales and international media partnerships. Dinesh holds an MBA in Sales and Marketing and a BA in Political Science. His expertise spans strategic sales leadership, digital content development, event innovation, and managing large sales teams. This profile reflects his strong leadership in media strategy for manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Binny Immanuel Dawson is a distinguished Talent Management and Learning & Development leader with over 20 years of global experience across industries including BFSI, ITES, Agri, Trading, and IT. Currently serving as the Global Head of People Development at ETG (Export Trading Group), Binny has driven large-scale organizational transformation, people development initiatives, and talent strategies impacting thousands across 49 countries. His expertise spans leadership development, change management, organizational culture, competency framework design, and digital learning enablement. Over the course of his career, Binny has held key leadership roles at ETG, Envoy Mortgage, Altisource, and Hinduja Global Solutions, developing training and engagement frameworks, grooming future leaders, and steering cultural and performance interventions. He is recognized for innovative approaches in L&D, is a frequent keynote speaker at international HR forums, and has been acknowledged among the Top 20 L&D Transformation Leaders in India. Binny holds a Master's degree in Project Management from Sikkim Manipal University and Bachelor's degrees in Journalism and Commerce from Sikkim Manipal University and Baldwin Methodist College, respectively. Certified in Transactional Analysis, HR Analytics, Organizational Culture, and as a Prosci Change Practitioner, he is also active in professional bodies including the Association for Talent Development and Rotary Club. A passionate mentor and coach, Binny continues to leverage global trends—such as AI-driven workforce strategies, green hiring, and future-ready skills development—to guide organizations toward sustainable growth and high performance.