Arthur Carmazzi

WORLD'S #1 THOUGHT LEADER IN ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND #10 IN LEADERSHIP

Global Gurus

Arthur is ranked as the world’s #1 most influential thought leader in organizational culture for 2024 by Global Gurus. As a bestselling author and founder of the Directive Communication Psychology, Arthur’s methodologies have influenced the training, coaching, and leadership development industry through his unique game-based psychological approaches and tools to individual and corporate culture transformation. As author of 13 books including Amazon #1 New Release “Game On - Reinventing Organizational Culture with Gamification”, and bestsellers like "The 6 Dimensions of Top Achievers", “The Colored Brain Communication Field Manual”, "Identity Intelligence", "Architects of Extraordinary Team Culture" and “The Psychology of Selecting the RIGHT Employee”, his innovative instruments, tools, assessments, and games, (including a game that helps organizations gamify work processes) have a visible ROI on effective behavior modification, engagement, and productivity. His research on the genetic foundations of the brain's Ambiguity Relief clarity getting processes have been the inspiration of the Colored Brain model used across multinationals in 57 countries. With over 600 licensed Directive Communication (DC) Psychology leadership and culture coaches and trainers in 28 countries.

Dr. Lakshmi Nadkarni

Certified Life Coach & Ex-Director HR

South Asia BASF

Dr. Lakshmi Nadkarni brings close to 25 years of corporate experience to Human Resources Function. Lakshmi spent five years in academia at the University of Poona while pursuing a doctoral programme in Industrial Sociology soon after completing Master’s in Sociology and Social Welfare. Her corporate career began with Consumer industry at Reckitt Benckiser in India followed by the responsibility for Heading - Human Resources in Sri Lanka operations. She moved to manufacturing and specialty chemicals where she spent 10 years, first with the BASF Group in India and later with Dow Chemicals as the HR Leader for Dow India. Her last stint before she returned to BASF India as Head Human Resources – South Asia was with Pfizer Ltd, the Indian subsidiary of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical company where she also held the position of an Executive Director on the Board. She held an Executive Director position at the BASF India Board till March 2019. She has made valuable contributions to the organisations she served and to the Human Resources domain as part of the Industry Forum. She led significant change management initiatives and delivery of strategic HR solutions in the Organizations she worked with. Dr Lakshmi retired from active service in Feb 2020. Besides being appointed on the Board of NELCO, a Tata enterprise as an Independent Director, she is also an Independent Director on the Board of Ponni Sugars Ltd, All Time Plastics Ltd., and on the Advisory Board of Tagros Chemicals India Pvt Ltd. She is a Managing Partner at Gladwin International. Being an ICF certified Life Coach, she has had the opportunity to coach several Industry senior Managers and Leaders across sectors. She also contributes to the academic world and is associated with TISS, IGTC, Somaiah Institute of Management Studies among several others.

Raman Ramachandran Ph.D

Dean - Faculty of Management, Somaiya Vidyavihar University

Director, K J Somaiya Institute of Management

K J Somaiya Institute of Management believes in empowering the aspiring business leaders with the knowledge, skills and values needed to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. I look forward to translating my 30+ years of corporate experience to management education, and along with our faculty and staff, will strive to lead K J Somaiya Institute of Management to greater heights.

Dr. Vivek Trivedi

Global HR Mentor

Founder & CEO Shikshakji.com

Dr. Vivek Trivedi stands at the intersection of academia, entrepreneurship, and talent acquisition, embodying the essence of a distinguished professional with over two decades of experience. As an accomplished individual, Dr. Trivedi has established himself as a Popular HR Thought Leader, serial entrepreneur, author, and influential figure in the realm of human resources. With a remarkable track record, Dr. Trivedi has conducted an impressive 30,000-plus interviews and played a pivotal role in the selection process of over 10,000 candidates for various Fortune 500 conglomerates. His expertise in talent acquisition is underscored by certifications from prestigious institutions such as ASCB-UK, CAMI-USA, IIM-Bangalore, and Thomas International-USA. Recognized for his contributions, Dr. Vivek Trivedi has received numerous prestigious awards from esteemed institutions, including the Jawaharlal Nehru Science Congress, The All-India Radio, Government of India, and the World HRD Congress. These accolades speak to his commitment to excellence and innovation in the field. An advocate for continuous learning and development, Dr. Trivedi has shared his insights and expertise with over 3000 working professionals. He has been a key contributor to well-known HR forums such as NHRD, GWFM, CORHRIR, R&C Group, AIMA, UBS Forum, and many more. As the founder and CEO of Shikshakji.com, India's youngest ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 certified HR technology company, Dr. Trivedi is at the forefront of ushering in a new era of human resources solutions. Shikshakji.com proudly partners with industry leaders such as KEKA and Zoho to promote the 3PS philosophy of HR – Paperless, Productive, and Popular, catering to SME and MSME business owners globally. Dr. Trivedi's influence extends beyond the traditional realms of HR, as he has carved a niche for himself as a social media influencer. Recognized with esteemed awards such as the Top 50 – HR Tech Leader, HR Influencer Award 2023, HR Icon 2023, and Most Influential HR Leader Award by the World HRD Congress and Golden Aim Awards, he continues to shape and inspire the HR landscape. In summary, Dr. Vivek Trivedi brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and innovation to the forefront of discussions, making him an invaluable moderator and panellist for the World HRD Congress event. His journey is a testament to his commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in the dynamic field of human resources.

Sanjib Das

Managing Director

Maschio Gaspardo India

With 30 years of result-oriented experience in electric vehicles, industrial and farm equipment, auto tires, auto electronics, auto aftermarket, mechanical and electrical engineering, integrated mechatronics, and consumer goods, I currently serve as the Managing Director India with Maschio Gaspardo, driving the India business. I have a decade-long experience as a country P&L head (CEO designate), consistently delivering exceptional revenue and profit growth. My 5 years of exclusive international experience in Spain involved managing teams across multiple continents and numerous international customers, global ventures, and technology transfers. I possess hands-on experience in greenfield startups, installation, commissioning, and consolidation of manufacturing footprints, as well as mergers of business verticals. With decades of experience managing under a matrix reporting structure, I have recognized capabilities in managing multi-location businesses with large teams, including trade unions. I am effective in competency and talent development, essential for ensuring the vision, values, goals, and direction of the organization. **MAJOR HONOURS AND ACHIEVEMENTS** - Spearheaded multi-layered initiatives across business functions to deliver 21-22% YoY business growth and doubled sales revenues in 4 years. - Enhanced EBITDA from 10% to 28% and 12.7% to 26% within spans of 2 and 3 years respectively, driven through several Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in a 30% workforce consolidation. - Mentored and successfully led numerous greenfield projects and business diversifications, including a business startup (1st employee), enhancing multifold sales revenues and net profit. - Designed and led cultural transformation and organization development initiatives through the launch of Vision, Mission, Goals, Values, and strategic initiatives to promote a customer-focused business culture, resulting in successful launches of new business verticals, improved efficiencies, teamwork, and 100% SOB in the majority of strategic accounts. - Established brand positioning strategies to achieve higher business share at existing customers and greater market share by winning new customer businesses, recognized and introduced as a global marketing initiative.

Dr. Sriharsha A Achar

Founder

Sriharsha A Achar HR Advisory Services

Dr. Sriharsha A Achar is an experienced People Management professional with a passionate desire to assist employees in developing & expanding their careers. His purpose, passion and panache – is to make a difference to people’s lives and spread happiness and good vibes. He continues to look for opportunities to do so. His HR advisory firm SAAHAS (Sriharsha A Achar HR Advisory Services) became a reality in August 2024. The mission - Help build the personality of young professionals - in order to equip them to face the challenges of a competitive world in the throes of transition and change. He coaches today’s young professionals to become tomorrow’s Leaders. He is very active on Social media platforms. He is a motivational speaker and storyteller – and blogs under the hashtag #acharkevichar and #acharisms – where he brings life lessons to the fore. Through his storytelling, he serves as a culture catalyst and focuses on enhancing the sense of Belongingness, Connect and Engagement at the workplace, thereby leading to enhancement in Productivity. Dr. Sriharsha A Achar brings close to 4 decades of experience in several industries including Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Electronics, IT/ITES, Health Insurance, and Health care, where he has led the ongoing development of Human Resources Strategy, Systems, Frameworks and Service Delivery capabilities that are required to support the overall business goals. Dr. Achar is an Engineer (M Tech), MBA, and a PhD in Human Resources Management. He has held senior HR Leadership positions at FirstRing, AOL, Xchanging Technologies, Apollo Munich, HDFC ERGO, Apollo Hospitals, and Star Health Insurance in his 38+ years of Corporate HR journey. He retired from his corporate career in July 2024 and since then has been spearheading SAAHAS.

Rajesh Sharma

Chief Executive Officer

Kaynes Technology

He is a seasoned CXO with a proven track record of visionary leadership, strategic direction, and transformative growth across diverse industries. With over 27 years of experience, he has successfully spearheaded global operations, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, and consistently optimized organizational performance. ✪ Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his ability to foster innovation and cultivate high-performance cultures within organizations. His expertise lies in delivering sustainable revenue gains, expanding market reach, and enhancing shareholder value. ✪ He thrives in dynamic environments and excels at leveraging his potent blend of decisiveness, agile problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration to guide companies through complexity and disruption. In addition to his executive roles, he has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of several companies, where he contributes his strategic insights to drive growth and success. ✪ He is passionate about driving business through operational & financial excellence. His educational background as a Chartered Accountant has equipped him with a strong foundation in finance & fiscal domain. This enables him to map the impact of financial & fiscal framework on business and at the same time impact of business decisions on the financial & fiscal requirements. He is committed to creating value and achieving outstanding results for the organizations he works with.

Piyush Singh Chauhan

Vice Chairman

SR Group of Institutions

This young man of 31 years hailing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh needs no introduction, time itself stands out for people of strong character and firm determination who devote themselves for the upliftment of people and society at large. These people tend to leave behind a legacy for others. Mr. Piyush Singh Chauhan, a man of iron will, is one of the youngest entrepreneurs and so far one of the most successful ones who wishes to change the face of society by uplifting it. Most people think that being an entrepreneur is about having a big idea. To start something new, one needs an idea that works. The life of an entrepreneur is tough and often hit by roadblocks. Like it or not, building your own empire takes every bit of your heart, soul, blood, and sweat. He is much inspired by the saying, 'Ideas always win; age has nothing to do with it, because hard work is the harbinger of success.' His humble nature and kind-heartedness have made him very popular and respectable amongst all, as well as gained trust amongst his employees. The prime quality of Piyush's nature is his soft-speaking and sweet behavior towards all. Without being concerned about his post and cadre, he treats everyone equally. He always stands like a guardian in every requirement and problem of his companions and employees. Due to his preparation for administrative services, Piyush knows well which mode of conduct to adopt with everyone. It is his humility that makes him different from others. Piyush is accomplishing his goals by bearing many responsibilities. He is now holding many important posts in his empire, such as CEO of Round O' Clock Retail Pvt. Ltd., Vice Chairman of SR Group of Institutions, Member of the Board of Governors of SR Institute of Management & Technology, Member of the Governing Council of SR Global School, SR International School, Member of the Board of Governors of SR University (approved in 2023), Board Member at IPSUM Medicare, and Chief Advisor of VAGA Superspeciality Hospital.