Business Speakers

Arundhati Bhattacharya is the first woman Chairman of SBI and the current CEO of Salesforce, India. She is the recipient of the Padma Shri and has been ranked by Fortune among the World's Greatest Leaders. An expert in banking and technology, she spearheaded the launch of Mobile Banking at SBI and introduced sabbatical leave for women employees. Her keynotes provide strategic, high-level insights on corporate leadership, digital transformation, and empowering the challenged and differently abled for societal integration.

Mike Coupe is a business leader and the former CEO of Sainsbury's. He is a leading voice on retail, leadership, and organizational culture. His career is a powerful testament to the power of a bold vision and a commitment to a future of unlimited potential. A compelling keynote speaker, Coupe provides a clear and practical guide to mastering leadership and business growth. He speaks on innovation, teamwork, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

Tom Bilyeu is a unicorn entrepreneur who co-founded Quest Nutrition and grew it into a billion-dollar business in just five years. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Impact Theory, a media studio dedicated to empowering people globally. Bilyeu's current mission is to solve the "poverty of poor mindset" by creating content that empowers people. As a keynote speaker, he draws on his extreme success to teach practical, science-backed strategies for mindset shifts, building discipline, and creating actionable plans to achieve seemingly impossible goals.

Dr. Babak Hodjat is a serial entrepreneur and the Co-founder and Chief Scientist of Sentient Technologies, architects of the world's largest distributed AI system. He is the principal inventor of the technology behind Apple's Siri. As the CTO of AI at Cognizant, he advises on the future of business dynamics, particularly the implications of natural language processing, machine learning, and genetic algorithms. His keynotes provide deep, high-level insights into distributed AI and the strategy required to successfully implement intelligent interfaces for mobile and enterprise computing.

Dr. Ajai Chowdhry is a co-founder of HCL, a Padma Bhushan recipient, and a pioneer who helped lay the foundation for the entire Indian IT industry. He led HCL Infosystems' growth from $89M to $2.6B in the 1990s. He is a strategic advisor focused on "IT for the masses" and is currently focusing on incubating entrepreneurship as a board member of Indian Angel Network. His keynotes draw on his experience to provide a strategic blueprint for entrepreneurship, global services capabilities, and digital transformation in India.

Greg Verdino is a top-ranked futurist, strategic advisor, and the founder of CognitivePath, an AI consultancy. He is a co-creator of The Adapt Manifesto, a movement focused on helping organizations navigate exponential change. The author of Never Normal and microMARKETING, his expertise is sought after by over 50 Fortune 500 companies, including GE, Citibank, and Nestlé. His keynotes provide proven methodologies for digital strategy, business transformation, and harnessing the power of generative AI to enhance productivity and create strategic advantage.

Dr. Ajit Ranade is the Chief Economist for the Aditya Birla Group and a leading voice on Indian economic and public policy. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Brown University. He is a frequent contributor to the business press and a co-founder of the Association for Democratic Reforms. His keynotes provide incisive, data-driven insights on Finance & Economy, Politics & Policy, and Management & Leadership strategies for navigating India's dynamic market.

Simon Cohen is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, faculty member at the Amani Institute, and a renowned speaker on purpose-driven leadership. He is celebrated for his work in social change communication. He is a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and sits on the boards of organizations like the Charter for Compassion International. His keynotes offer unique insights on Open Leadership, entrepreneurship, and the power of compelling communication to drive meaningful social change.

Subroto Bagchi is the co-founder of Mindtree (now LTIMindtree) and a bestselling author who spent eight years in public service as a Chief Advisor to the Government of Odisha. A highly decorated leader and entrepreneur, his bestsellers include Go Kiss the World and The High-Performance Entrepreneur. His core mission is to promote Institutional Capacity Building and to dedicate personal wealth to causes like cancer, mental health, and geriatric care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lord Alan Sugar is a celebrated entrepreneur, the founder of Amstrad, and a star of BBC’s The Apprentice for over 16 seasons. He was appointed to the House of Lords as Baron Sugar of Clapton for his services to business. As a keynote speaker, Lord Sugar provides sharp, candid insights on entrepreneurship, technology trends, and the practical application of business acumen. His talks offer valuable lessons on leadership, management, and the dedication required to achieve long-term commercial success in diverse industries.

Bob Chapman is the Chairman and CEO of the $2.5 billion global manufacturing firm Barry-Wehmiller and a pioneer of Truly Human Leadership. Inc. magazine recently named him the #3 CEO in the world. His philosophy is based on the Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters, which documents his company’s success through caring for people like family. His keynotes provide simple, thought-provoking ideas for building meaningful work environments and integrating multiple acquisitions while maintaining equal focus on People, Purpose, and Performance.

Abhijit Bhaduri is a former Global Partner and General Manager of Global Learning and Development for Microsoft and the first Chief Learning Officer for Wipro. Recognized as the foremost expert on talent and development, his six books, including Don’t Hire the Best, provide actionable strategies for hiring success and navigating the Future of Careers. His keynotes deliver insightful and humorous strategies for Leadership and Storytelling to drive organizational growth.

Dr. Raj Sisodia is the founding father of the Conscious Capitalism movement and a Distinguished University Professor at Tecnologico de Monterrey. He is the NYT bestselling co-author of Conscious Capitalism. His books, including Firms of Endearment and the Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters, detail how world-class companies profit from passion and purpose. His keynotes, delivered over 1,000 times globally, including at the White House and the Vatican, inspire leaders to awaken the conscience of business to achieve growth and healing.

Lulu Raghavan is the President of Asia Pacific & Managing Director of India at Landor, a global brand consultancy. She is a leading expert in brand transformation and design strategy. An industry luminary, she built Landor’s India operations and advised major clients including Tata, Mahindra, and Godrej. Her philosophy, “Play Every Day,” advocates for setting multi-dimensional goals and achieving personal and professional flow through mindfulness and disciplined time management.