Our Speakers

Carl Pei is a Chinese-Swedish entrepreneur and co-founder of OnePlus. He is the Founder and CEO of the London-based consumer electronics company Nothing, which emphasizes innovative design and a seamless digital future. An expert in global brand scaling, he led the launch of the disruptive OnePlus and has since scaled Nothing to over 2 million product sales worldwide. His keynotes provide firsthand insights on digital transformation, innovative product design, and the strategy required to build a cult-like following in the competitive consumer electronics space.

Sonam Wangchuk is a celebrated engineer and educator who founded SECMOL, a movement that transformed school pass percentages in Ladakh from 5% to 75%. He is the inventor of the "Ice Stupa" artificial glacier, a low-cost, innovative solution to the water crisis caused by climate change. As a speaker, he provides audiences with a whole new perspective on innovation and entrepreneurship that effectively embraces social change.

Mithali Raj is a pioneer of female leadership and the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket. She is the only female player to captain India in multiple ICC ODI World Cup finals. A recipient of the Padma Shri and Arjuna Award, her talks are powerful, impactful, and packed with practical, real-world takeaways that inspire peak performance and exceptional leadership. She advocates for gender representation in sport and the power of endurance and discipline.

Nabil Malouli is the VP of Global E-commerce for DHL and a leading expert on disruptive innovation, e-commerce, and the future of commerce. He advises high-growth startups and Fortune 500 companies globally. His presentations provide a strategic look at how technology—including drones, autonomous vehicles, and AI—will impact commerce and transportation. He teaches a framework for becoming a customer-centric organization and emphasizes that sustainability is a non-negotiable part of innovation.

Sharon Gai is a former executive at Alibaba and a General Manager at a billion-dollar e-commerce unicorn. She is a leading international speaker on AI and innovation, and the author of the successful book Ecommerce Reimagined. As a Global Shaper for the World Economic Forum, she advises global brands and heads of state on programmatic marketing and AI strategy. Her keynotes, including the most requested topic "How to do more with less," offer practical, unique, and actionable advice to thrive during turbulent economic times.

Neil Patel is a renowned serial entrepreneur and a global authority on digital marketing and SEO. He is the co-founder of the analytics tool Crazy Egg and the acquired software company KISSmetrics. Today, he leads a rapidly expanding global digital marketing agency with over 400 employees and is growing his SEO software, Ubersuggest, which boasts 300,000 daily users for its Chrome plugin. His keynotes provide honest, actionable advice on entrepreneurship, online marketing strategies, and leveraging recurring revenue for sustainable business growth.

Dr. Jacques Attali is a pioneering French economist, author of 65 books, and a former Special Adviser to the President of the Republic. He is an expert in international economics, strategy, and global finance. He is the founder of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and currently serves as CEO of A&A, a strategy consulting firm. His talks provide deep insights into micro-finance, global economic growth, and the strategic policy decisions that drive national competitiveness.

Sachin Tendulkar is a former Indian cricketer, widely regarded as the greatest batsman in the history of the sport. A national icon, he holds numerous records and is celebrated for his unparalleled skill and dedication. As a keynote speaker, Tendulkar shares his insights on what it takes to achieve and sustain peak performance. His talks are a powerful blend of personal narrative and universal principles on leadership, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Hema Ravichandar is a former Group Head and SVP of HR Development at Infosys, and a leading expert in global talent and people management strategy. She is an alumna of IIM Ahmedabad. Recognized as one of India's top 25 young executives (Business Today) and an IT Superwoman (Dataquest), she brings decades of experience from major Indian and multinational corporations. Her keynotes focus on global HR strategy, leadership in people management, and co-anchoring programs for top institutions.

Richard Williams, or Prince Ea, is a spoken word artist and filmmaker who has garnered over two billion YouTube views for his motivational content. He is a leading voice on self-development, environmentalism, and spirituality. With a degree in Anthropology, Prince Ea founded the "Make S.M.A.R.T. Cool" movement to promote intelligence and creativity in hip-hop culture. His keynotes inspire audiences with practical wisdom on self-development, finding passion, and the vital importance of motivation and engagement in the classroom and workplace.

Naina Lal Kidwai is a prominent Indian investment banker, former Chairman of HSBC India, and a former Non-Executive Director on the global board of Nestlé. She is an alumna of Harvard Business School. Awarded the Padma Shri and the HBS Alumni Achievement Award, her influence is vast. She founded and chairs the India Sanitation Coalition, and her books, such as Survive or Sink, focus on water, pollution, and green finance as critical elements of India's economic growth.

Dr. Duvvuri Subbarao is the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), a retired IAS officer, and a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the National University of Singapore. He is the author of Who Moved My Interest Rate, a book detailing the policy dilemmas of an emerging economy's central bank during a globalized crisis. His talks provide deep insights into macroeconomic policy, global finance, and inclusive economic strategies for developing nations.

D. Shivakumar is a global business leader, Operating Partner at Advent International, and a former CEO of PepsiCo India. He is renowned for his work in driving digital transformation and brand turnaround in emerging markets. His success at Nokia—where he drove the brand from No. 71 to No. 1 in India—is a Harvard Business case study. His keynotes provide high-level insights on corporate strategy, portfolio transformation, and emerging market expansion for global organizations.

Jaspreet Bindra is a top global expert and the author of the bestsellers The Tech Whisperer and Winning With AI. He formerly led Digital Transformation for the Mahindra Group and was a Regional Director at Microsoft. A Cambridge University graduate in AI, Ethics, and Society, he is recognized as the inaugural “Digitalist of the Year” by Mint and SAP. His keynotes provide leaders with the strategic insights and methodologies to leverage Generative AI and other frontier technologies for accelerated economic growth and societal impact.

Dr. Susmita Mohanty is a global space entrepreneur, spaceship designer, and space diplomat who co-founded companies on three continents. She is the founder of India’s first space think tank, Spaceport SARABHAI. Her career includes working at Boeing and NASA Johnson and she is a global advocate for “technology diplomacy” and international cooperation in critical tech. Her keynotes, recognized by Fortune Magazine and the BBC 100 Women list, offer deep insights into the emerging NewSpace economy and the future of human spaceflight.

Subir Chowdhury is a renowned global expert on the Quality movement and the Chairman and CEO of ASI Consulting Group, which has helped hundreds of clients save billions of dollars. He is recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the world's most influential management thinkers. The author of 15 books, including the bestsellers The Ice Cream Maker and The Difference, his ideas are translated into over 20 languages. His keynotes provide leaders with the expertise, knowledge, and passion needed to implement the concept of “Quality is Everyone’s Business” (QIEB) and drive organizational excellence across the critical People, Planet, and Process (PPP) dimensions.

Boman Irani is an acclaimed film and theatre actor, famous for his roles in Bollywood blockbusters like 3 Idiots. Despite struggling with dyslexia, he began his career as a waiter, transitioning to a successful professional photographer before starting his acting career at age 44. A charismatic and charming speaker, Irani's talks are cultured, entertaining, and provocative. He draws on his life story to inspire audiences on perseverance, creative reinvention, and embracing opportunity, exuding warmth and spontaneous good humor on stage.

Junaid Kamal Ahmad is the Vice President of Operations at MIGA (World Bank Group), responsible for mobilizing private finance for development projects in emerging markets. The former Country Director for the World Bank in India and Chief of Staff to the WBG President, he holds degrees from Brown, Harvard, and Stanford (PhD in Applied Economics). His keynotes offer strategic insights on mobilizing private finance, infrastructure reform, and delivering development impact at scale in emerging markets.