Speakers

Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar

Pro Chancellor | Symbiosis International ( Deemed University )

Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar is the Pro Chancellor of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), a premier multi-disciplinary university with over 45,000 students from across India and 85 countries. She holds postgraduate degrees in Medicine and Law, along with a Ph.D. in the Internationalisation of Higher Education in India. A key contributor to India's National Education Policy 2020, Dr. Yeravdekar has served two terms on the University Grants Commission (UGC) and held roles in national bodies like CABE, ICCR, SEPC, and IBEF. As Chairperson of FICCI's Higher Education Committee, she continues to shape education policy and promote 'Brand India' globally.She also serves on the boards of several academic, industry, and nonprofit organisations, and remains committed to driving innovation and global engagement at Symbiosis.

Dr.Ramakrishnan Raman

Vice Chancellor | Symbiosis International ( Deemed University )

Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman is an academic leader with over two decades of experience spanning academia, research, and industry. With a Ph.D. in Management, an MBA, and a background in Computer Science, he has held key roles at Symbiosis, including Director of SCIT and SIBM Pune, and Dean of the Faculty of Management. As Vice Chancellor, he drives academic excellence and global collaboration, with research interests in IT Strategy, AI, Big Data, and Entrepreneurship.

Sandeep Chatterjee

Supply Chain & Sustainability | IBM Consulting

Sandeep is a Supply Chain and Sustainability Leader with IBM Consulting with responsibility for engagements in supply chain, sustainability leveraging technology. Prior to IBM Consulting, he has worked with Deloitte, KPMG, Tata Motors, Lafarge, Infosys and Oracle Consulting and his key strengths lie in the areas of supply chain management, business process reengineering, emerging countries enablement, network optimization, sustainability, ERP advisory across multiple industries and geographies. He holds an MBA from Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode and a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical), Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur (formerly Bengal Engineering College). Among his various accolades and awards, recently Sandeep became the recipient of the coveted 'Global Power Leader 2024', 'Global 200 Inspirational Leaders 2023' and 'Economic Times Inspiring Leader Award', 2022 . He has been conferred upon the "Supply Chain Evangelist", "MTC Global Awards for Excellence, 2017 as an outstanding Corporate Award: Consulting"; "50 Under 50 Professionals" by HR Association of India and "40 Under 40 Supply Chain Professionals" Awards and is among the top 100 Supply Chain Professionals in the country.

Harsha Durugadda

Sculptor

Harsha Durugadda is an Indian sculptor who received The Arts Family Emerging Artist Award in 2023 for South Asia and won the Rio Tinto Sculpture Award 2017 at Sculpture by the Sea, Australia. In 2021 he was part of a Sotheby’s New York contemporary auction in partnership with Burning Man. In 2014, the Courtauld Institute of Art invited him to present on Ancient Buddhist Sculpture at the British Museum, London. He received the Andrew Stretton Memorial invitation in 2016 Sydney. His sculptures have been exhibited internationally at Nord Art in Germany, Emergent Art Space in the United States, London, and Sculpture by the Sea in Australia. Durugadda’s artworks are part of major public and private collections including Busselton Jetty (Australia), Bangalore Airport and RMZ Foundation.

Saurabh Sharma

Managing Director | JSSB Legal

Mr. Saurabh Sharma is an Advocate with a stellar experience of two decades. Having learnt his craft from the stalwarts of the litigation field, Mr. Sharma is the torch-bearer who helms JSSB Legal. He frequently strolls across various courts across India and has membership of Supreme Court Bar Association, The Bar Association of India, Delhi Bar Association, Saket Bar Association, Gurgaon Bar Association and Nainital High Court Bar Association. His law firm has been awarded The Bharat Nyay Puraskar by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and it is just one of the many awards and accolades won by the Law Firm. He is often seen across various Podcasts educating us on various legal issues.

Emmanuel Gosula

Senior Manager - People Partner | EPAM Systems

Emmanuel Gosula is a Senior Manager, People Partner at EPAM Systems, based in Hyderabad. With nearly 20 years of experience across HR business partnering, talent development, L&D, coaching, and HR analytics, he is known for his emotionally intelligent leadership . An XLRI alumni, Emmanuel has shaped programs like EPAM’s Campus Education Programs for Students and Teaching Professors, and scholarship programs for underrepresented women & children in tech. He was a board member of professional bodies like NHRDN & ISTD, and core HR committee member of CII, Hysea and ISF in the past. He frequently speaks at forums like HR Shappers, SymbiTalks and ISTD, sharing insights on adversity, AI-driven preparedness, and leadership. Passionate about nurturing talent, he transforms his own journey of support into a mission to empower others.

Mr. Kumar Rajagopalan

Vice President & Country Head | Dexian India

Kumar Rajagopalan, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Country Head at Dexian, is a transformative leader with over 30 years of industry experience. He has steered Dexian into a global growth powerhouse, redefining the role of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) across international markets through visionary strategy and pragmatic execution. A Chartered Accountant by training, Kumar transitioned seamlessly into technology leadership, streamlining enterprise solutions and ERP systems, driving mergers, and enhancing Dexian’s financial modeling. His commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, especially in partnership with the Head Held High Foundation, reflects his human-centric approach, fostering inclusive growth, social impact, and a workplace culture rooted in purpose and well-being.

Mr. Anjaneyulu Pillalamarri

CEO | Giosun Healthcare

Anjaneyulu Pillalamarri, known as Anjan, is a visionary entrepreneur and the Co-founder and CEO of Giosun Healthcare, a company dedicated to modernizing Ayurvedic wellness. With over 27 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical sector, he seamlessly transitioned to championing plant-based health solutions, blending ancient wisdom with advanced scientific research. Under his guidance, Giosun has grown into a symbol of excellence in holistic wellness, with a focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing. Anjan is also known for his commitment to community service, reflecting his belief in creating positive change beyond business.

Ms. Galla Madhavi

Director | Vikaas Hospitals

Galla Madhavi hails from Mulukuduru village in Ponnur and comes from a family dedicated to service. After moving to Guntur in 2013, she pursued her passion for social upliftment through teaching and philanthropy.Her aspiration towards the society lead her to purse civil services till the preliminary stage and turned her passion for nobel profession teaching.Currently, she is the Director of Vikaas Hospitals, focusing on affordable healthcare and community welfare. She co-founded the Sri Bhramara Trust to promote education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. Madhavi actively engages in social initiatives like health camps and livelihood programs, driven by a strong commitment to community development striving to bring positive change and empower underserved populations. This commitment towards society lead her into politics in 2024 and now she is also serving to the society as an MLA.

Dr. Sudeendra Koushik

Chief Innovator & Founder | Innovation by Design

A highly experienced professional in technology management, innovation, and consulting, with nearly 50 patents at various stages. Consults and advises organizations to enhance innovation capacity, foster innovators, and cultivate an innovation-driven culture. Has worked internationally with Philips in Singapore, the Philips Innovation Campus in the Netherlands and India, and Volvo, among others. Has many awards like India Design Mark, IEEE MGA Innovation, Volvo Innovation and more. Serves as a visiting faculty member at numerous national and international universities, such as NID, Reva, IIT, and the University of Arkansas, and more. Currently the President Elect of the IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society. An engaging TEDx speaker and international keynote presenter, also recognized as a cartoonist and TV & cinema actor.

Mr. Ansuman Pattanayak

Founder and Chairman | Almonzo Group

Ansuman Pattnayak is a renowned educator, and passionate mentor at QED Classes, where he trains Class 11, 12, NEET, and IIT-JEE aspirants to excel in some of India’s toughest exams. With his unique teaching style, he has guided countless students into IITs, AIIMS, and other top institutions across the country. An alumnus of IIT Roorkee (CEH), Ansuman blends academic brilliance with real-world vision. He is also the Founder & Chairman of Almonzo Group, a dynamic conglomerate with ventures in Technology, Gaming, Entertainment, Real Estate, Construction, and Sports. Driven by innovation, leadership, and a mission to empower youth, he continues to shape both future students and future industries.