Strategy Speakers

Arun Maira is a respected leader and former Member of the Planning Commission of India. He is a best-selling author and a globally experienced expert in management, leadership, and public policy in India. With a career spanning leadership roles in the Tata Group, ADL, BCG, and the Planning Commission, he provides a unique perspective on Politics & Policy and Finance & Economy. His keynotes offer strategic blueprints for Management & Leadership and for achieving India's ambitious growth goals.

Jack Shaw is a leading strategist with 30 years of experience in Innovation and Change Management. He was voted one of the World's Top 25 Speakers and a Top Five Technology Futurist. With over 1,000 keynote presentations in 26 countries, he advises Fortune 500 companies like Mercedes Benz, GE, and IBM. His talks provide a deep, practical understanding of AI, Blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT), offering leaders a blueprint for Transformational Leadership and innovation.

Ajay Bijli is the pioneering founder of PVR Cinemas, which he grew into India’s largest multiplex chain. He is a Harvard Business School alumnus and a recipient of the E&Y Entrepreneurial Award. Recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum, he is an expert in business strategy, innovation, and retail transformation. His keynotes share the story of PVR's explosive growth and how to successfully disrupt an established industry.

Vinita Bali is a top global business leader, former CEO of Britannia Industries Ltd., and a former Corporate Officer at The Coca-Cola Company. She is an expert in global strategy and brand transformation. She led the transformation of Britannia Industries, quadrupling its revenue and steering the company toward a health and nutrition course. Her keynotes provide a global and pragmatic perspective on marketing, brand strategy, and leadership, with a specific focus on corporate responsibility and addressing global malnutrition issues.

Shawn Callahan is the Founder of Anecdote, the world’s largest business storytelling enterprise, and an award-winning author. Leveraging decades of experience in technology at firms like Oracle and IBM, he is a leading expert on the human factors that accelerate organizational success and leadership effectiveness. The author of Putting Stories to Work, Callahan provides actionable methodologies for leaders and sellers to connect, inspire action, and drive growth. His work helps major global companies streamline communication and achieve business goals by making narrative a core component of their strategy.

Ireena Vittal is among India's most recognized consultants, a former Partner at McKinsey & Co., and a leading advisor on sustainable growth and digital transformation. She serves on the boards of major global companies, including Diageo PLC and Godrej Consumer. Her keynotes focus on defining dynamic growth portfolios, digital transformation, and empathetic leadership, drawing on her expertise in both developed and emerging markets.

Amy Wilkinson is a globally recognized innovation expert and the CEO of Ingenuity, which advises Fortune 500 companies on growth strategy. She is a Faculty Member at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. The global bestselling author of The Creator's Code, she is a former White House trade advisor and a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company. Her expertise is critical for leaders navigating the turbulent impact of policymaking on global supply chains and corporate competitiveness.

Eika Chaturvedi Banerjee is a CEO, international thought leader, and Chevening Gurukul Fellow from Oxford University. She integrates Indian mythology and yoga into corporate leadership and business strategy. She is the founder-curator of Aakhyaan, India's first annual mythology festival, and runs the bespoke “Goddess In the Boardroom” retreats for senior corporate women. Her keynotes focus on Diversity, Women's Issues, and applying ancient wisdom to achieve modern business and leadership goals.

T. N. Ninan is the Chairman and Editorial Director of Business Standard Ltd., and one of India’s most respected economic editors. He is a recipient of the B.D. Goenka award for excellence in journalism. He successfully edited Business Standard, The Economic Times, and Business World, driving rapid growth. His weekly column, “Weekend Ruminations,” is highly influential. He is a sought-after commentator on economic and business issues and was a recipient of the Nehru Fellowship.