Aarti Singh

Chief Information Officer
Mahindra Group

Aarti Singh is a seasoned CIO with extensive expertise in Digital Transformation, IT, Analytics, and Management across diverse industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Financial Services, Energy, and Shared Services. She brings strong global experience working across India, US, Europe, Asia, and Australia, driving technology initiatives in Digital, Data & Analytics, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Automation.

Certified Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt, Aarti excels in IT strategy, organizational transformation, and building global capability centers. Her core strengths include data governance, AI platforms, global IT infrastructure delivery, change management, cybersecurity, financial and vendor management, and navigating regulatory frameworks across multiple geographies.

Suresh Khadakbhavi

Chief Executive Officer
Digi Yatra Foundation

Suresh Khadakbhavi is driving the digital future of air travel in India as CEO of Digi Yatra Foundation. Under his leadership, Digi Yatra has pioneered a pan-India biometric passenger processing system powered by cutting-edge technologies like Self-Sovereign Identity and Distributed Ledger. The initiative sets new benchmarks for privacy, security, and seamless travel.

With a strong background in digital innovation, Suresh is leading the nationwide expansion of this contactless platform, transforming the airport experience into a frictionless, health-safe, and privacy-first journey.

Harsh Vardhan

Global Head - Digital Innovation
Apollo Tyres Ltd

Harsh Vardhan is a dynamic leader in AI and digital transformation, known for translating visionary ideas into tangible business impact. As Global Head of Digital Innovation at Apollo Tyres Ltd, he champions an AI-first strategy, driving innovation from boardroom to shop floor.

Harsh leads the adoption of advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, AR/VR, and digital twins to revolutionise operations, boost manufacturing efficiency, and accelerate sustainability outcomes, positioning Apollo Tyres at the forefront of digital excellence.

Nikhil Bhushan

Chief Technology Officer
Tata Starbucks Limited

A results-driven technology leader, Nikhil Bhushan excels in delivering differentiation and competitive advantage through transformative digital strategies. He brings rich experience in application and infrastructure modernisation, ERP rollouts, global program management, and digital workforce transformation across banking, insurance, and F&B sectors.

With a strong consulting and pre-sales background, Nikhil is known for solving complex challenges with agility and innovation. His commitment to quality and out-of-the-box thinking makes him a trusted strategic partner and go-to leader in high-stakes scenarios.

George Inasu

Managing Director and Country Head
Fidelity National Financial India

George Inasu leads Fidelity National Financial India, a wholly owned subsidiary of FNF Inc. (ranked 238 on the Fortune 500), overseeing operations of 5,000+ professionals. With nearly two decades at FNF, he has held key leadership roles globally, including COO of FNF India and VP – Global Operations, Projects & Strategy at the U.S. headquarters in Florida.

Prior to FNF, George worked with Hewlett Packard and Ocwen across consulting, investment banking, and financial services. He holds a postgraduate degree in Financial Management and is an alumnus of IIM Bangalore.

Vrijesh Nagathan

Chief Information & Digital Technology Officer
Marico Ltd.

Vrijesh Nagathan is a dynamic technology leader with over 20 years of experience across IT leadership, business transformation, project management, and shared services. His cross-functional expertise spans industries such as FMCG, IT consulting, automotive, and engineering.

Currently leading digital and technology strategy at Marico Ltd., Vrijesh brings deep insight into driving business value through technology. His global exposure—having worked across Asia and Europe with diverse, multicultural teams—has shaped his passion for innovation, team building, and value-driven transformation.

Arvind Heda

Chief Technology Officer - Naukri.com
Info Edge India

Arvind Heda is a seasoned technology leader with deep expertise in building scalable, data-driven platforms across enterprise services, SaaS products, and consumer-facing applications. Currently serving as the CTO of Naukri.com, India’s leading job platform under Info Edge, he is spearheading innovation at the intersection of engineering, data, and AI.

With a distinguished career that includes leadership roles at Adobe and Info Edge, Arvind has led the architecture and delivery of several flagship products, including Adobe Enterprise Suite, Adobe Marketing Cloud - Data Platform, Adobe Analytics, advanced e-commerce decision engines, and Naukri.com’s tech ecosystem.

Praveen Shrikhande

Chief Digital and Information Officer
Aditya Birla Group

Praveen Shrikhande is a seasoned technology leader with over 30 years of experience in steering IT and digital functions across global enterprises. Since December 2019, he has been serving as the Chief Digital & Information Officer at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd, where he leads the company’s digital transformation journey and oversees enterprise-wide IT strategy and execution.

An alumnus of IIT Mumbai and IIM Bangalore, Praveen combines deep technical acumen with strategic vision. His leadership has been instrumental in driving innovation, enhancing customer experience, and integrating advanced technologies across retail operations.

Debashish Roy

Chief Digital Transformation Officer
CEAT

Growth-driven digital transformation leader with nearly 16 years of experience enabling organizations to embrace change with speed, agility, and sustainable impact. Expert in leveraging cutting-edge digital solutions to optimize processes, enhance customer experience, and drive revenue growth.

Proven track record in leading large-scale business transformations, designing operating models, managing complex programs, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in launching innovative business models, expanding market reach, and delivering customer-centric strategies that result in sustainable growth, improved retention, and scalable new business acquisition.

Experienced in guiding multicultural teams across North America, Europe, and Asia, driving innovation and scalable digital disruption within Fortune 500 companies.

Anand Thakur

Chief Product and Technology Officer
Reliance Retail

Anand Thakur is a seasoned entrepreneur and techno-business leader with over two decades of experience driving digital transformation across e-commerce, retail, and omni-channel ecosystems.

With CXO roles at Reliance Retail, Housing.com, Domino’s (Jubilant), Koovs, and Lenskart, he has led large-scale product innovation, architecture design, and tech-marketing integration for both startups and large enterprises.

He holds a US patent, has published multiple papers, and is recognized for scaling technology and business operations across global markets.

Dr. Shailesh Kumar

Chief Data Scientist
Center of Excellence in AI/ML, Reliance Jio

Dr. Shailesh Kumar is the Chief Data Scientist at Reliance Jio’s Centre of Excellence in AI/ML, with over 20 international publications and 20+ patents in AI/ML. Recognized among India’s top 10 data scientists (Analytics India Magazine, 2015), he brings vast expertise across AI domains.

Previously, he served as VP at Ola Cabs, tackling AI and optimization challenges in fleet management, and was Chief Scientist & Co-Founder of Third Leap, an AI-driven personalized EdTech startup. At Google, he contributed to cutting-edge AI research in Information Retrieval, Natural Language Understanding, Computer Vision, Knowledge Graphs, and Deep Learning.

Dr. Kumar’s AI innovations span finance, retail, remote sensing, conversational computing, and more, driving transformative solutions across industries.

Arif Khan

Chief Innovation Officer
Razorpay

A seasoned leader with over 17 years of experience in the payments industry and digital channels, Arif Khan brings a strong track record of driving innovation and delivering impactful technology solutions. Prior to Razorpay, he played pivotal roles at HDFC Bank, Mastercard, and PwC, leading the development of transformative financial products and services.

With deep expertise in large-scale digital transformation, Arif is known for his ability to align diverse teams, deliver disruptive solutions, and spearhead strategic initiatives that shape the future of fintech.

Binit Jha

Chief Data Officer
IDBI Bank

Binit Jha brings over 22 years of experience, with 16+ years dedicated to data engineering, analytics, automation, and process re-engineering. As Chief Data Officer at IDBI Bank, he leads data-driven transformation, combining deep technical expertise with strong operational and human capital strategies.

Previously, Binit played a key role in building niche data and automation teams for global capability centers (GCCs), while also scaling large functions like front office operations and SRE. His leadership spans across setting up and expanding departments, driving innovation, and implementing specialized hiring programs for firms like Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Bank of America.

Pankaj Gupta

Chief Digital & Marketing Officer
Karnataka Bank

With over 30 years of experience, Pankaj Gupta brings a unique blend of strategic leadership and digital innovation. Since 2019, he has been driving the digital transformation of Karnataka Bank as CD&MO, spearheading initiatives like Cloud@Core and leading the charge towards a tech-forward future.

Previously, he shaped Sify 3.0 over four impactful years, following a 16-year tenure at Wipro where he held key business leadership roles across IT products and services. His early career at Godrej Pacific and Acer laid the foundation in channels and distribution.

Known for building enduring CXO relationships, he combines deep techno-commercial acumen with a forward-looking, entrepreneurial mindset.

Prasanna N

Head AI and Digital
Federal Bank

Prasanna N brings over 20 years of expertise in driving digital transformation across the IT and financial services landscape. As Head of AI and Digital at Federal Bank, he leads cutting-edge initiatives in AI, ML, RPA, NLP, and cloud-based cognitive services.

Known for his strategic leadership and strong execution across project management, vendor relations, and P&L ownership, Prasanna is a seasoned expert in building scalable digital ecosystems and managing large technology portfolios.

Shiv Kumar

Chief Data & Analytics Officer
L’Oréal India

Shiv is a strategic technology and analytics leader with nearly two decades of experience driving digital transformation and building high-impact data-driven businesses. At L’Oréal India, he leads the enterprise-wide adoption of Data, Analytics, and AI, partnering across divisions and global teams to accelerate growth and innovation.

He brings deep expertise in AI/ML, digital platforms, and business strategy, with a proven track record of incubating and scaling Data & Analytics Centers of Excellence across startups, global corporations, and GCCs—delivering measurable P&L impact.

Rakesh Sharma

Chief Information Security Officer – CISO
IndiGo

Rakesh Sharma is a seasoned cybersecurity, risk, and governance leader with over 22 years of experience safeguarding digital and operational assets across industries. As the Chief Information Security Officer at IndiGo, he leads the vision and execution of the airline’s enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, ensuring resilience, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder trust in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

His expertise spans enterprise risk management, data protection, threat intelligence, and incident response. He is also an active mentor and educator, contributing to professional development programs like the IIM Indore CISO initiative.

Debdoot Mukherjee

Chief Data Scientist – Head of AI and Demand Engineering
Meesho

Debdoot Mukherjee is a passionate data science leader with over 14 years of experience spanning research, technical architecture, and engineering management.

As Chief Data Scientist at Meesho, he leads the AI and Demand Engineering teams, driving innovations that turn data into scalable, intelligent products. His work focuses on applying cutting-edge science to solve real-world problems in e-commerce and beyond.

Jyothirlatha B

Chief Technology Officer
Godrej Capital

Jyothirlatha B is a visionary technology leader driven by curiosity and a passion for leveraging technology to solve real-world challenges. As CTO of Godrej Capital, she shapes the company’s tech vision by driving transformational initiatives and building empowered, innovative teams.

Under her leadership, Godrej Capital is evolving into a TechFin company, adopting a data-driven approach powered by a centralized Snowflake platform and AI/ML-driven analytics. This has enhanced operational efficiency, reduced issue resolution time significantly, and boosted customer satisfaction with personalized solutions and a best-in-class Net Promoter Score.

Suman Guha

Chief Product Technology Officer
Tata CLiQ

With two decades of experience spanning B2C, D2C, retail, fashion, beauty, marketplaces, and B2B SaaS, Suman operates as a hybrid CTO and CPO, leading strategy, product, engineering, design, data, marketing tech, and digital business outcomes.

He specializes in building AI-native platforms that blend technology, brand, growth, and transformation, driving tech innovation, product strategy, revenue, customer experience, and digital transformation.

Beyond his operational roles, Suman is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, angel investor, and mentor to emerging digital leaders, actively collaborating on AI tools, growth architecture, and experience-led commerce strategies.

Manikandan Thangarathnam

Senior Director – Engineering
Uber

Manikandan Thangarathnam is a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience driving innovation at scale. As Senior Director of Engineering at Uber, he heads the Bangalore tech center, leading teams that power global advancements in Mobility and Marketplace experiences.

Previously, he played a key role at Amazon, leading the global AppStore team and helping establish the Amazon Chennai development office. A passionate innovator, Manikandan holds 12+ patents.

Tridib Mukherjee

Chief Data Science & AI Officer
Games24x7

Tridib Mukherjee leads the AI and Data Science strategy at Games24x7, a data-driven technology company focused on online gaming. He drives innovative AI/ML solutions across products and business verticals, powering business intelligence, automation, user behavior analysis, hyper-personalization, and gamification.

Under his leadership, AI is deeply integrated into the product journey and decision-making processes, enabling cutting-edge, end-to-end technological advancements.

Dr. Anuradha Bhatia

Head of Technology
Standard Chartered India

Dr. Anuradha Bhatia is a data strategy and transformation leader with a strong focus on building client-centric, sustainable, and secure tech solutions. She brings deep expertise in model explainability, bias-free AI/ML development, and fraud detection across the full data lifecycle.

Passionate about rapid innovation and responsible AI, she drives cutting-edge capabilities in Data Architecture, Cloud, DevSecOps, MLOps, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity—enabling future-ready, resilient ecosystems.

Rahul Pandey

Chief Information Officer
Indian Clearing Corporation Limited

Rahul Pandey is a dynamic technology leader with a proven track record in product management, digital transformation, and M&A strategy across diverse organizations. He has successfully built high-performance teams, driven innovation at scale, and led the establishment of Global Capability Centers (GCCs).

With a deep passion for aligning enterprise tech with strategic business goals, Rahul fosters strong collaboration with stakeholders and board members. His leadership has consistently delivered impactful outcomes, transforming operations and touching millions of lives.

Chandan Vijay

Global Chief Data Officer
ABB

Chandan Vijay serves as the Global Chief Data Officer for ABB’s Energy Industries division, where he leads data and analytics strategy to drive business value, operational excellence, and improved customer outcomes. With over 20 years of global experience, he brings a strong blend of technical depth and strategic vision.

He specialises in enterprise-wide digital transformation, leveraging data-driven innovation across cloud architecture, data lakes, product and program management, and large-scale IT delivery.

Kapil Madaan

CISO & Data Protection Officer
Max Healthcare

Kapil Madaan is a seasoned cybersecurity and data protection leader with over two decades of global experience across India, the US, and Europe. As the CISO at Max Healthcare, he drives enterprise-wide digital trust by securing platforms, products, and operations with a proactive, compliance-driven approach.

With deep expertise in cybersecurity, data privacy, IT governance, and risk management, Kapil champions a holistic vision of “Digital Trust”—where security, transparency, and resilience form the backbone of modern healthcare ecosystems.

Nitin Gupta

Vice President and Head - Data, Analytics & AI
Mastercard

Nitin Gupta is a seasoned AI, Analytics, and Engineering leader with 20+ years of experience driving innovation across fintech, finance, retail, and more. Expert in AI and Generative AI, he delivers scalable solutions that fuel growth and optimize operations.

An IIT Dhanbad and IIM Bangalore alumnus, Nitin blends technical depth with strategic vision to lead teams, foster innovation, and create impact globally. He is also a sought-after speaker and guest lecturer at top AI forums and institutes.

Arpan Mukherjee

Chief Technology & Product Officer
JioMart Digital | Reliance Retail

Arpan leads engineering and product strategy for multiple Reliance Retail verticals, pioneering the B2B2C business line including JioMart Digital’s endless aisle and franchise management. He built a digitized paper finance marketplace and is developing one of the world’s largest distribution platforms across Reliance brands and B2B channels.

He also created an ML-driven omnichannel inventory management system for real-time stock availability, procurement automation, and supply chain optimization. Previously, Arpan launched multiple business lines at Quikr, focusing on C2C and SMB marketplaces and driving them to sustainable profitability.

Expertise: Startup advisory, mentorship, board governance, digital transformation, product strategy, big data analytics, and data engineering.