Strategy Speakers

Dr. Daniel Kraft is a physician, inventor, and entrepreneur who is the Founder of NextMed Health and the Faculty Chair for Medicine at Singularity University. He is a leading expert on exponential technologies in biomedicine and healthcare. With over 25 years of experience and degrees from Stanford and Harvard Medical School, his insights are vital for predicting the future of health, medicine, and technology. His talks, including four TED appearances, provide a compelling vision for personalized, data-driven medicine, improved healthspan, and the democratization of health.

Erik Qualman is a 5x #1 Bestselling Author and a leading expert on Digital Leadership and Socialnomics. His work is taught in over 500 universities and has reached 50 million people worldwide, including major clients like Disney and NASA. As a dynamic keynote speaker, Qualman has performed in over 55 countries, sharing practical insights on the future of business and leadership. His presentations offer actionable strategies for thriving in the digital age, drawing on his expertise as a former MIT professor and the leader of an animation studio that works with brands like Chase and Cartier.

Deepinder Goyal is the founder and CEO of Zomato, one of the world's largest food aggregators, with over 70 million monthly users and operations in 23 countries. An alumnus of IIT Delhi and a former management consultant at Bain & Company, his talks focus on scaling startups, resilience, and product development in the food-tech industry. He inspires audiences with his vision of "better food for more people" and his commitment to tackling hunger and food wastage.

Dr. Yves Pigneur is the co-creator of the Business Model Canvas and a recognized Top Management Thinker by Thinkers50. He is an expert in business model innovation and strategy. The co-author of the global bestseller Business Model Generation, he helps businesses thrive by providing powerful strategic tools to reinvent old models. His keynotes focus on information systems, design, and innovation, empowering organizations to gain a competitive edge by creating strong value propositions.

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.

Dr. Pramod Varma is the visionary Chief Architect of Aadhaar and UPI. He is the CTO of the EkStep Foundation and a leading global expert on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). He is the co-creator of the Beckn Protocol, the open-source base for India's ONDC e-commerce initiative. His keynotes provide senior leaders and global policymakers with a strategic blueprint for designing and deploying scalable, inclusive, and equitable digital public infrastructure (DPI) systems.

Ryan Holiday is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of the world's most prominent modern thinkers on Stoicism, which he applies to leadership and strategy. His books have been translated into over 30 languages globally. As a keynote speaker, Holiday shares his unique methodology, combining the teachings of ancient philosophy with modern marketing and strategy. His talks provide audiences with actionable frameworks for mindset, resilience, and personal growth, essential for leaders and entrepreneurs navigating complex business challenges.

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.

Amitabh Kant is a top Indian policymaker, former G20 Sherpa, and former CEO of NITI Aayog. He is the architect of flagship national initiatives, including the Startup India and Make in India movements. His work accelerated India’s jump of 79 positions in the Ease of Doing Business rankings and positioned the country as the third-best ecosystem for startups globally. His keynotes offer unique insight into Digital Public Infrastructure, Financial Reform, and how emerging economies can successfully scale solutions and achieve responsible growth.

Scott D. Anthony is a globally recognized expert on disruptive change and a two-time Thinkers50 most influential thinker. He is the former CEO of Innosight and a Professor at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The author of eight books, including Dual Transformation and the bestseller Eat, Sleep, Innovate, his work provides a practical playbook for forward-thinking organizations. His keynotes are highly sought after for their actionable insights on building a culture of innovation and mastering the art of converting ambiguity into strategic opportunity.

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.

Narain Karthikeyan is a legendary Indian racing driver and the first Indian to compete in Formula One. He is the Founder and MD of DriveX, a rapidly growing digital-first used-mobility platform. He is an expert in sustainable technology, having co-founded Leap Green Energy, and drives the entire operational and strategic direction of DriveX. His presentations offer unique insights into entrepreneurship, innovation, and the transition from elite sports performance to corporate leadership.

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.

Bonin Bough is a marketing visionary and serial C-Suite executive, known for driving the rapid growth of billion-dollar brands like Oreo and Cadbury’s. He is currently the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Group Black. He successfully oversaw the growth and acquisition of Sundial Brands by Unilever. His keynotes, including the HACKONOMY framework, provide a catalyst for driving innovation, achieving culture transformation, and leveraging DE&I through his proprietary P.A.I.N.F.U.L. methodology for bottom-line growth.

Alan Rosling, CBE, is an experienced international business leader and former Executive Director of Tata Sons, where he drove the Group’s overseas business growth from $2.4 billion to $38 billion. An alumnus of Harvard (MBA), he co-founded Kiran Energy, one of India's leading solar power companies. His keynotes provide specialized advice on globalization, corporate strategy, and navigating the high-growth markets of Asia, particularly India.

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.