Our Speakers

Jason Schenker is a globally top-ranked economist, a leading futurist, and the author of 37 books and 16 #1 bestsellers, including Jobs for Robots. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Wargaming. Bloomberg News has ranked him the #1 forecaster in the world in 31 categories since 2011. His keynotes, delivered to organizations like the CIA, DOD, and NATO, provide deep insights into AI, Quantum Computing, Supply Chain resilience, and geopolitical risks like Cold War Two.

Evan Solomon is a Member of Parliament for Toronto Centre and one of Canada's preeminent political journalists. He is the author of the best-selling books Fueling the Future and Feeding the Future. His career includes roles as a political television host (CTV, CBC) and former Publisher of GZERO Media. His keynotes offer expert analysis on geopolitics, energy security, and the future of global food systems, providing audiences with a deep, strategic understanding of major international crises.

Roman Krznaric is a social philosopher, author of the internationally bestselling book The Good Ancestor, and a Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University. He explores the power of long-term thinking and empathy to drive societal change. The founder of the world’s first Empathy Museum, Krznaric’s talks and workshops, including appearances at TED Global, inspire audiences to question short-termism and leverage historical wisdom. His presentations offer a powerful toolkit for social entrepreneurs and leaders seeking to create fundamental, positive shifts in their organizations and communities.

Dr. Mallika Sarabhai is a renowned Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi dancer, actor, and activist. She is the Co-Director of the Darpana Academy of Performing Arts and holds a Ph.D. in Organisational Behaviour. Her work, which includes playing Draupadi in Peter Brook’s Mahabharata, blends Indian classical arts with contemporary social issues. Her keynotes leverage creativity and mythology to provide fresh perspectives on leadership, cultural change, and the artist’s role in promoting social justice and non-violence.

Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry is a leading expert in the science of high performance and the co-author of the New York Times bestseller Performing Under Pressure. He provides organizations with research-based tools to overcome barriers to success. He consults with a "who's who" of Fortune 100 companies, including Goldman Sachs, Google, and Johnson & Johnson, and high-pressure groups like the US Marines and NBA/NFL teams. His keynotes, grounded in research, challenge audiences to manage the pressure that is overtaking many organizations and to master The Last 8% of critical decisions and conversations.

Gro Harlem Brundtland is the former Prime Minister of Norway (three terms), a champion of sustainable development, and a recognized expert in global public health. She is celebrated for her leadership and co-chairs the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board. As the head of the UN's Brundtland Commission, she coined the modern definition of sustainable development. She also served as Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), where she led the response to the SARS pandemic. Her keynotes offer profound insights on climate action, global preparedness, and the necessity of linking economic policy with health and environmental goals.

Rujuta Diwekar is an authoritative sports scientist redefining India's nutritional landscape. Her unique approach emphasizes traditional wisdom and scientific research to foster holistic well-being, influencing both athletes and the wider public in their pursuit of health.

Paddy Upton is a world-renowned high-performance coach and mental conditioning expert who helped guide the Indian Cricket Team to a 2011 World Cup victory. He is the author of The Barefoot Coach, which details his unique, human-centered approach to coaching and leadership. As a keynote speaker, Upton shares powerful insights on how to build a winning team culture and a resilient mindset. He provides a compelling framework for high performance, applicable to both sports and business.

Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani is the founder of Thyrocare Technologies Ltd., the world’s largest thyroid testing laboratory. He is a scientist and entrepreneur who successfully took his company public in a heavily oversubscribed IPO. Born to a landless farmer, his journey from working in agricultural fields to the national stock exchange is deeply inspiring. His talks emphasize that “focus gives success,” and provide a powerful catalyst for the youth, mentoring them to become wealth creators and move from being graduates to successful entrepreneurs.

Alondra de la Parra is a world-renowned conductor who has led top orchestras globally, including the London Philharmonic. She is the first Mexican conductor to perform at the Royal Opera House and serves as Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano. She is the founder of the international PAAX GNP Festival and co-creator of The Silence of Sound, a multidisciplinary performance piece. Her work is a bridge between classical tradition and new audiences, and her pioneering digital formats, including the Deutsche Welle series Musica Maestra, demonstrate her commitment to the future of music.

Grant Williams is a highly sought-after financier, investor, and the Co-founder of Real Vision, an on-demand financial media platform. His expertise is grounded in 35+ years across seven major global financial centers. He is the author of the widely-read financial newsletter Things That Make You Go Hmmm… His presentations, which are highly-rated globally, cover a wide range of subjects, from macro-focused issues like central bank policy (Snakes & Ladders) to specific investment themes in precious metals.

P. V. Sindhu is a legendary Indian badminton player, the first Indian woman to win two Olympic medals (Silver and Bronze), and the first and only Indian to become the Badminton World Champion (2019). A recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Khel Ratna Award, her career exemplifies dedication and resilience, earning her a spot on Forbes’ list of Highest-Paid Female Athletes. Her story of perseverance and performance under pressure is invaluable for audiences in sports, business, and leadership.

Bettina Warburg is a leading investor, researcher, and speaker on Web3 and blockchain, holding degrees from Georgetown and Oxford. Her distillations of these complex topics are widely used as foundational explanations. She is the co-author of Asset Chains and The Basics of Blockchain. As a speaker, she advises global organizations on onboarding Web3 tooling and works with Layer 1 teams, providing critical insights into the future of our technology stack and the transformative potential of decentralized systems.

Leander Paes is a globally recognized tennis icon, an 18-time Grand Slam Champion (doubles and mixed doubles), and the only Indian to have competed in six consecutive Olympic Games. He is a recipient of the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan. His keynotes, delivered with great oration skills and humor, share candid insights on focus, discipline, and mental strength to inspire a wide multitude of audiences for personal and professional success.

Dr. Montek Singh Ahluwalia is a former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India and a distinguished economist who architected key national economic reforms.

Brian McBride is a highly accomplished executive and the former CEO of Amazon.co.uk (2006–2011). He currently serves as Chairman of Trainline PLC and is the Lead Non-Executive Director on the Board of the UK Ministry of Defence. His executive background at Amazon, IBM, and Dell provides unparalleled insights into the European Online and Digital Space, particularly the New Digital Context for Retail. His keynotes focus on leadership, social and mobile trends, and the strategic integration of AI in Business for future growth.

William Dalrymple is an eminent historian, best-selling author, and co-founder of the Jaipur Literature Festival. His historical and travel books have been translated into over 40 languages and have won multiple literary prizes. His acclaimed books, including The Anarchy and Nine Lives, explore the history and art of India, Pakistan, and the Muslim world. His keynotes offer profound, cross-cultural insights into history, art, and religion, informed by his work as an advisor to Princeton and Brown University and his decades of journalism.

Abhinav Bindra is the Indian rifle shooter who made history by winning India’s first individual Olympic gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. He is a World Champion and recipient of the Padma Bhushan. The author of A Shot at History, his career is defined by elite performance and resilience. Today, he is a dedicated entrepreneur and philanthropist, running a physiotherapy center (ABTP) and the Abhinav Bindra Foundation, focused on giving back to the sporting community.