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Thursday, November 21
 

08:45 IST

Plenary - Session I: Welcome Address | me+we: Driving Change in the Tech Industry
Thursday November 21, 2024 08:45 - 09:30 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
Discover how collective actions and individual efforts are shaping a tech landscape that champions inclusivity and innovation. Also, get an overview of the next two days — what to expect and how to make the most of your conference experience.
Speakers
avatar for Sowmya Reddy

Sowmya Reddy

Incharge – State Mahila Congress, All India Mahila Congress
In the heart of Bengaluru, in  vibrant South India, Sowmya represents a new era of reform and forward-thinking combined with culture and tradition.Her journey wasn’t just about gathering knowledge, but about making a real difference. All through her student days, she worked in... Read More →
avatar for Brenda Darden Wilkerson

Brenda Darden Wilkerson

Chief Executive Officer, AnitaB.org
avatar for Devajyoti Ray

Devajyoti Ray

IPS, Govt. of Karnataka
Devajyoti Ray is not only an esteemed artist but also an IPS officer, currently serving as the Additional Director General of Police (Grievances & Human Rights) in the Karnataka State Police . He is the Member Secretary of the State Human Rights Commission, Karnataka, and has had... Read More →
avatar for Shreya Krishnan

Shreya Krishnan

Managing Director, AnitaB.org India
Thursday November 21, 2024 08:45 - 09:30 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
  Plenary

09:40 IST

Plenary - Session II: Opening Address | Unmasking the Future of AI
Thursday November 21, 2024 09:40 - 10:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
Hear from two role models as they decode how AI will shape our future and explore what we can do to work towards a more inclusive world.
Speakers
avatar for Sindhu Gangadharan

Sindhu Gangadharan

Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP
Sindhu Gangadharan is among the leading voices in the world of technology today. Sindhu is widely regarded as the Technology Humanist – a title she earned for her deep-rooted belief in Technology and for leveraging Tech solutions for the benefit of the society at large.During her... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 09:40 - 10:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
  Plenary

10:15 IST

Plenary - Session III: Leaders' Discussion | Interplay of Diversity in all things Tech
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:15 - 11:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
Get inspired by tech leaders from diverse industries as they discuss crucial themes such as addressing systemic biases and barriers, incorporating diverse perspectives in product design, and bridging the diversity gap in STEM and career pathways.
Moderator
avatar for Kirti Seth

Kirti Seth

Former CEO, SSC NASSCOM
Speakers
avatar for Lalitha Ramani

Lalitha Ramani

General Manager, Google Maps Experiences, India
Lalitha is the General Manager for Google Maps Experiences for India, Japan, Brazil and other NBU markets. She has been in the industry for over two decades, working at companies like Myntra, Walmart, Intuit, across various domains like eCommerce, Supply Chain & Accounting, serving... Read More →
avatar for Vidhya Laxman

Vidhya Laxman

Technology Director, Tesco
avatar for Lalitha Indrakanti

Lalitha Indrakanti

Chief Executive Officer, Jaguar Land Rover Technology and Business Services India
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:15 - 11:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
  Plenary

11:00 IST

UnConference – Session I: Love Wins: Healing & Trancending Barriers
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 11:15 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Dimpy Fadhya Abousher

Dimpy Fadhya Abousher

Consultant
“If you had the freedom to go out there and live life to the fullest and do whatever you want, what would it be and what is stopping you from doing that ? Think !!” Dimpy Fadhya sees life from a different perspective. She believes in influencing the same to the collective consciousness... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 11:15 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

11:20 IST

UnConference – Session II: Book Reading of "Who Said She Can't"
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:20 - 11:35 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Rashmi Bansal

Rashmi Bansal

Writer & Motivational Speaker
Rashmi Bansal is a writer, entrepreneur, and a motivational speaker. She has authored 11 bestselling books on entrepreneurship which have sold more than 1.2 million copies and been translated in 12 languages, including Korean and Vietnamese.Rashmi’s first book was Stay Hungry Stay... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:20 - 11:35 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

11:30 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Opening: MotorQ
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 11:35 IST
Hall 2
Speakers
avatar for Kadirvel Vanniarajan

Kadirvel Vanniarajan

Vice President of Engineering, MotorQ
As the Vice President of Engineering at Motorq, I lead our engineering organization, driving innovation in the connected vehicles space. With over 20 years of experience, much of it as a technical leader, my journey includes more than a decade at Amazon and another decade at Microsoft... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 11:35 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

11:30 IST

Executive - Opening: Setting Context
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 11:35 IST
Hall 1
Speakers
avatar for Heena Raval

Heena Raval

Sr. Director, Product Engineering & ML, Google
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 11:35 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

11:30 IST

Tech for Social Good - Session I: AI Industry Use Case Lightning Talks
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:00 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  1. The Farmer's Time Machine: Navigating the Digital Twin Revolution - Explore digital twin technologies transforming agriculture sector operations significantly improving efficiencies & productivity levels achieved over timeframes previously established historically speaking.
  2. From Imagination to Reality: Tech-Driven Classrooms in a Global Context - Investigate tech-driven classroom innovations reshaping educational experiences globally ensuring equitable access opportunities available universally regardless ability levels experienced individually.

Speakers
avatar for Indumathy Thiagarajan

Indumathy Thiagarajan

Principle Engineer, Wells Fargo
Indumathy is an enthused technologist with more than a decade of experience across multiple technologies. By day, she wrangles the complexities of Cloud, building scalable and secure distributed systems. In the after-hours, she is all about exploring DeSoc, DIDs, Quantum resistant... Read More →
avatar for Priyanka Sebastian

Priyanka Sebastian

Doctoral Researcher, University of Oulu
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:00 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

11:30 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session I: Panel Discussion | Building Inclusion based Generative AI applications from ideation to deployment
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Hall 2
Learn about the journey of creating inclusion-focused Generative AI applications, covering best practices for embedding diversity and inclusivity at every stage of the AI development process.
Moderator
avatar for Neha Choudhury

Neha Choudhury

Director of Product Management, S&P Global
Neha Choudhury, a seasoned leader in Product and Program Management with over 18 years of experience, brings expertise in Identity and Access management, Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI and Agile methodologies to her role as Director of Product Management in S&P Global... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Shalini Kapoor

Shalini Kapoor

Chief Technologist for AWS APJ, Public Sector, Amazon
Shalini Kapoor is Chief Technologist for AWS APJ, Public Sector. She engages with key executive stakeholders at government agencies, public sector undertakings, education institutions, healthcare and non-profit organizations to shape policy, transform culture and implement change... Read More →
avatar for Sugandha Srikanteswaran

Sugandha Srikanteswaran

Managing Director, S&P Global
Sugandha is Managing Director for Digital Solutions India at S&P Global. In this role, she is responsible for delivering the Digital Solutions Technology roadmap by collaborating with business verticals, building critical skills, and fostering technical innovation. Sugandha is passionate... Read More →
avatar for Yashaswini Viswanath

Yashaswini Viswanath

Senior Specialist - Data sciences, LTIMindtree
With over twelve years of experience in data science and artificial intelligence, I am a Senior Specialist - Data Sciences at LTIMindtree, a leading global technology consulting and services company. I am a PhD Scholar in Machine Unlearning for Generative AI from REVA University... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

11:30 IST

Media - Session I: Keynote | The power of stories to promote action for a better world
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
Discover how impactful storytelling can inspire collective action, fostering a more compassionate and connected world. This session will explore how personal stories can ignite positive change and inspire communities toward meaningful goals.
Moderator
avatar for Shilpashree Muniswamappa

Shilpashree Muniswamappa

Director - ESG & Communications, Colgate-Palmolive India
An alumni of IIM Bangalore, she is a passionate networker, with ~20 years of proven abilities in driving sustainable change. She is a successful brand strategist with a strong track record in Brand Strategy, Marketing, Communications, ESG, CSR & Public Advocacy.She is currently the... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Sunitha Krishnan

Sunitha Krishnan

Social Activist, Prajwala
Sunitha Krishnan is an activist, author, and founder of Prajwala, Asia’s largest organization fighting sex trafficking. With over 28,900 rescues, Sunitha has pioneered survivor-led campaigns like “Swaraksha” and “#MenAgainstDemand.” A Padma Shri awardee and recognized by... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

11:30 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session I: Panel Discussion | Crafting Your Vision and Leveraging Inner Strengths for Sustainable Success
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Learn techniques for defining personal visions while leveraging individual strengths as a foundation for achieving sustainable success professionally.
Moderator
avatar for Lakshya Sivaramakrishnan

Lakshya Sivaramakrishnan

Technical Program Manager, Google
Lakshya Sivaramakrishnan is a Technical Program Manager at Google with the Payments Merchant team. She has managed the Women Techmakers Program in India for about five years, prior to this role. She has founded the Prayogshaala program which is a one week online bootcamp to nurture... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Neha Jain

Neha Jain

Engineering Manager, Google
Neha Jain is an engineering manager at Google. With a B. Tech in Computer Science from IIT Delhi, she started her career as a software engineer at Google 20 years ago. Her contributions span across Google Book Search, Google Search Infrastructure, Google Docs, Google Cloud Search... Read More →
avatar for Madhurya Prakash

Madhurya Prakash

Program Management Lead, Google Pay
Madhurya is a technophile with 15+ years of industry experience across engineering, strategy consulting & program leadership. She has a undergraduate degree in computer science from VTU, Karnataka and Masters in Business Administration from Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon... Read More →
avatar for Deepasri Krishnaraja

Deepasri Krishnaraja

Senior Development Manager, IBM
With two decades of varied professional experience, Deepasri Krishnaraja is currently a Senior Development Manager in the Compute Infrastructure squad for IBM Cloud. She began her career in testing and hassince transitioned through project management to her current role of leading... Read More →
avatar for Suma Mereti

Suma Mereti

Vice President - Corporate Sector (Technology Operations), JPMorgan & Chase Co.
With over 18 years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Suma is a strategic leader and innovator, driving high-performing teams across Consulting and Tech industries. She has built impactful  Talent strategies, launched transformative training initiatives, and enabled... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

11:30 IST

Classroom - Session I: What if Women Designed the World?
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 13:00 IST
Hall 3
When we look around, we find ourselves surrounded by objects, applications and experiences predominantly designed by men. What if we could question these experiences? What if we could reimagine these? The long term objective of this workshop is to start a dialogue around this topic and create an ecosystem/community that drives this mission. The GHCI workshop will be the genesis of this idea and will focus on finding problems worth solving, crowdsourced and led by women.
Speakers
avatar for Revati Thakur

Revati Thakur

Associate Partner, 3 Big Things.Studio
avatar for Shalini Raghunathan

Shalini Raghunathan

Co-founder, 3 Big Things.Studio
Shalini Raghunathan Behavioural Designer, Co-Founder, 3 Big Things 20+ years of experience as a design practitioner at Autodesk, Salesforce and Cisco. She blends People-Centered Research, Design Strategy and Storytelling to create meaningful business impact. Shalini is passionate... Read More →
avatar for Gurpreet Kaur

Gurpreet Kaur

Graphic Designer, Small Town Folk
avatar for Ashish Arora

Ashish Arora

Co-Founder | Brand and Design, Small Town Folk
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 13:00 IST
Hall 3
  Classroom

11:35 IST

Executive - Session I: Fireside Chat | The CEO Shop: The Importance of Community
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 11:55 IST
Hall 1
Learn about the role of community in business success and how community-building drives impact.
Speakers
avatar for Brenda Darden Wilkerson

Brenda Darden Wilkerson

Chief Executive Officer, AnitaB.org
avatar for Gloria Bell

Gloria Bell

Head of Pathways & Communities, AnitaB.org
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 11:55 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

11:35 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session I: Keynote | Opening Note - Why is Cloud security everyone’s business?
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 12:05 IST
Hall 2
Understand why cloud security is a shared responsibility and how it impacts everyone in today’s digital landscape. Learn how proactive approaches to cloud security can protect data, enhance trust, and support resilient business operations.
Speakers
avatar for Raagini Lalwani

Raagini Lalwani

MD, Global Head of Public Cloud Development and Migration, Goldman Sachs
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 12:05 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

11:35 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Session I: Fireside chat | Driving Tech Innovation: The Power of Different Perspectives
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 12:05 IST
Hall 3
Join thought leaders in a fireside chat about how diverse perspectives fuel innovation in technology. Learn how embracing different viewpoints leads to creative solutions and breakthroughs in the tech industry.
Speakers
avatar for Nidhi Sudhan

Nidhi Sudhan

Co-founder, Citizen Digital Foundation
Nidhi is co-founder of Citizen Digital Foundation (CDF) – a non-profit promoting safe, responsible and equitable technologies in India – and listed among 100 Brilliant Women in AI EthicsTM 2024 by Women in AI Ethics, New York. She has about 20 years of hands-on experience in content... Read More →
avatar for Jibu Elias

Jibu Elias

Country Lead for India, Responsible Computing Challenge / Fellow, Mozilla
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:35 - 12:05 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

11:40 IST

UnConference – Session III: Book Reading of "The Professional Woman's Handbook"
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:40 - 11:55 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Aparna Devagiri

Aparna Devagiri

Co-founder, Her Business Is Our Business
Aparna Devagiri brings with her more than thirty years of experience in the corporate world and as an entrepreneur. She has a depth of knowledge gained from her stints as a human resource professional, a people manager, running her own business venture, and as a coach (ICF-PCC) and... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:40 - 11:55 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

11:55 IST

Executive - Session II: Panel Discussion | Coaching, Mentoring and Sponsorship - Finding the Growth Collective
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:55 - 12:40 IST
Hall 1
Learn about the significance of coaching, mentoring, and sponsorship in professional growth while discovering ways to build supportive networks.
Moderator
avatar for Bhavna Toor

Bhavna Toor

Founder & CEO, Shenomics
Bhavna Toor is the Founder and CEO of Shenomics, a mindful leadership platform dedicated to supporting women in living and leading with courage, compassion and mindfulness. Under her leadership, Shenomics has positively transformed the lives of over 100,000 women globally. As a positive... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Soni Bhattacharya

Soni Bhattacharya

Founder, The Painted Sky
avatar for Dr. Vishal Shah

Dr. Vishal Shah

Vice President - Leadership & Organisation Development, Indegene
Dr Vishal Shah is with  Indegene as VP, Leadership & Organization Development. Dr Vishal brings with him a judicious mix of corporate and academic backgrounds. A passion for people and people development is the common thread that runs through his career. Over a span of 22 years he... Read More →
avatar for Sreedevi Raghavan

Sreedevi Raghavan

Founder, Tattvamassi
Sreedevi, a dynamic and influential leader, holds pivotal roles as the Founder & CEO of Tattvamassi and a member of the Board of Governors at IIM Kozhikode, showcasing her strategic prowess in both business and academia.With over 25 years of corporate experience, she has excelled... Read More →
avatar for Namita Kutty

Namita Kutty

Executive Coach, Partner, Growth Collective
Namita Kutty is a Executive Coach and Senior HR Leader with over 20+ years of experience with a successful track record of playing international roles across HR Business Partnering, Talent Management, Performance Management, Employee Engagement and Diversity in Banking & Finance... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:55 - 12:40 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

12:00 IST

UnConference – Session IV: The Life of a Woman in Tech
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:00 - 12:25 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Vaneela Khatri

Vaneela Khatri

Software Developer, BNY Mellon
I am an experienced Software Developer and mentor, have mentored over 400 students across so many platforms including AnitaB.org. As a mentor, I am passionate about making coding fun and accessible to all.
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:00 - 12:25 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

12:00 IST

Tech for Social Good - Session II: Keynote | Insight To Impact: Shaping Solutions That Drive Meaningful Social Impact
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:00 - 12:30 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Explore innovative solutions designed specifically around driving meaningful social impact locally & globally through collaborative efforts undertaken collectively.
Speakers
avatar for Vidhya Muralidharan

Vidhya Muralidharan

Strategic Projects & Operations Leader, SAP Labs India
Vidhya Muralidharan is a seasoned leader with over 21 years of experience in the IT industry. Her experience spans across areas of engineering, quality assurance, strategy, and business operations. She held responsibilities of driving business operations across global teams of over... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:00 - 12:30 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

12:05 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session II: Panel Discussion | Future-Proofing Cybersecurity: Proactive Strategies and Continuous Threat Management
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:05 - 12:50 IST
Hall 2
Explore proactive measures necessary for enhancing cybersecurity resilience against increasingly sophisticated attacks powered by generative AI.
Moderator
avatar for Shreya Krishnan

Shreya Krishnan

Engineering Manager, Google
I am Shreya Krishnan. I am currently the Engineering Manager of the AlloyDB Platform team in Google, Bangalore, enabling customers to perform major version upgrades, support compliance, free trials among others. Prior to this, I used to lead the Data Platform team in Google Cloud... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Theyjeswini Ramachandran

Theyjeswini Ramachandran

Principal Engineer, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Principal Engineer at F5, with over a decade of experience in product security and compliance. She leads security incident response for product vulnerabilities, conducts in-depth security design and Threat Modeling Assessment reviews, and drives secure software development practices... Read More →
avatar for Sarika Jain

Sarika Jain

Senior Principal Software Engineer, RSA Security
I am Sarika Jain. I am Senior Principal Software Engineer at RSA and working on the SecurID Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution, which provides a comprehensive, secure identity platform. My areas of expertise are advance multi-factor authentication (MFA), Passwordless, SAML... Read More →
avatar for Neha Gupta

Neha Gupta

Senior Principal Engineer, RSA Security
I am Neha Gupta, currently working as Senior Principal Engineer at RSA. With over 19 years of experience in the software industry, including more than 16 years in the security domain, I have extensive expertise in developing On-prem IAM, Federated Identity Management, and Cloud IAM... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:05 - 12:50 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

12:10 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge – Session II: Leading Through Crisis: Lessons in Leadership During Critical Incidents
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:10 - 12:25 IST
Hall 3
Speakers
avatar for Shanti Kurupati

Shanti Kurupati

Director Product Development, Intuit
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:10 - 12:25 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

12:15 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session II: Fireside Chat | Will AI eat the world? : Revolution or Evolution
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 12:45 IST
Hall 2
Explore the impact of AI on industries and society, focusing on its benefits alongside concerns about job displacement.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Shivani Rai Gupta

Dr. Shivani Rai Gupta

Chief Data Scientist, Jio
avatar for Jibu Elias

Jibu Elias

Country Lead for India, Responsible Computing Challenge / Fellow, Mozilla
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 12:45 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

12:15 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session II: Expert Talk Keynote | From Idea to Patent: Starting Your Patenting Adventure
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 12:45 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Gain insights into the patenting process from conceptualization to application submission while understanding key considerations along the way.
Speakers
avatar for Sarika Sinha

Sarika Sinha

Engineering Manager, IBM
Sarika Sinha is a highly accomplished and experienced professional with close to 25 years of experience in the field of software development. She has a Computer Science Engineering degree from BIT Mesra and has been working with IBM for more than 15 years, driving new features, architecting... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 12:45 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

12:15 IST

Media - Session II: Keynote | How to make your emotions work for, instead of against you
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 13:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
Learn strategies to channel emotions constructively in high-stress situations. This keynote will explore how self-awareness can empower individuals to transform emotional responses into effective actions, improving workplace outcomes.
Moderator
avatar for Sunita Venugopal

Sunita Venugopal

Senior Director, Corporate Affairs and CSR, Walmart Global Tech
As Senior Director, Communications and CSR, Sunita spearheads a 360-degree communications strategy, leveraging both traditional and digital channels to enhance the reach, reputation and credibility of Walmart Global Tech in India. She also leads a robust Corporate Social Responsibility... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Raja Jamalamadaka 

Raja Jamalamadaka 

Mental Wellness Expert & Neuroscientist
Raja Jamalamadaka is a Harvard Business School-educated neuroscientist and LinkedIn Global Influencer with over 25 years in corporate CXO and board roles. Renowned as a top mentor, Raja received the Marshall Goldsmith Award for Coaching Excellence in 2017. A sought-after speaker... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:15 - 13:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

12:25 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Explore the showcase
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:25 - 13:10 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:25 - 13:10 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

12:30 IST

Tech for Social Good - Session III: Lightning Talk | Bio Hacking Demystified
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:30 - 12:45 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Demystify biohacking concepts aimed at empowering individuals seeking enhanced physical performance alongside mental clarity through various techniques explored thoroughly here today.
Speakers
avatar for Muthu Karpagam Rajamani

Muthu Karpagam Rajamani

Senior Principal Software Engineer, NortonLifeLock from Gen
Muthu Karpagam Rajamani, Senior solution architect from Gen Digital (Norton LifeLock) has 15+years of technical experience in varied domains and platforms. Technology enthusiast and a problem solver.  Graduated with a gold medal from Guindy College of Engineering Anna University... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:30 - 12:45 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

12:30 IST

UnConference – Session V: Mind Matters: Cultivating Mental Health and Wellbeing
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:30 - 12:45 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Dr Ushy Mohandas

Dr Ushy Mohandas

CEO and Chief Coach, Dr Ushy's Wisdom Works
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:30 - 12:45 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

12:35 IST

Workshop and Masterclass - Session II: The Future of Coding: Automation with AI Generative Models
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:35 - 13:35 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
Explore how AI generative models are reshaping the coding landscape. Learn how automation is transforming software development, making it faster, more efficient, and accessible for developers of all levels.
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:35 - 13:35 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
  Workshop and Masterclass

12:40 IST

Executive - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:40 - 13:40 IST
Hall 1
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:40 - 13:40 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

12:45 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session III: Fireside Chat | Gen AI for the Future of Work
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:05 IST
Hall 2
Discover how generative AI is reshaping workplaces by augmenting human potential and transforming roles across various sectors.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Nimrita Koul

Dr. Nimrita Koul

Associate Professor, REVA University
Nimrita is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering in Bangalore, India.She holds a PhD in machine learning, with gold medals in Bachelor of Engineering and Masters of Technology.She has an academic experience of 19 years with 8 years in research and 35 peer reviewed... Read More →
avatar for Sapna Nair

Sapna Nair

General Manager, Saviynt
Sapna Nair is a seasoned technology leader with over 27 years of experience in steering innovation, driving growth, and leading diverse, high-performing teams in top global product organizations such as Intuit, ThoughtWorks, Groupon, Eventbrite, Epsilon, Honeywell and Philips.Currently... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:05 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

12:45 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session III: Lightning Talk | Setting up Large Scale Sustainable ERG/WIT Programs - A Case Study of LinkedIn CoachIn
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:05 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Examine LinkedIn's approach to establishing sustainable employee resource groups (ERGs) focused on women in technology through practical case studies.
Speakers
avatar for Ankit Babbar

Ankit Babbar

Staff Software Engineer, LinkedIn
avatar for Ramitha Chitloor

Ramitha Chitloor

Staff UI Engineer, LinkedIn
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:05 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

12:45 IST

Tech for Social Good - Networking Lunch A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:45 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45 - 13:45 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

12:50 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session III: Lightning Talk | Identification of unutilized and underutilized Cloud Resources with Optimization
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:50 - 13:05 IST
Hall 2
Learn methods to identify underutilized cloud resources while implementing optimization strategies that enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Speakers
avatar for Sravani Nukareddy

Sravani Nukareddy

Senior Software Developer 3, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Sravani Nukareddy is a tech professional with a unique journey of resilience and dedication. Starting from a non-technical background, she transitioned into technology, driven by a belief in the power of hard work, continuous learning, and adaptability. Beginning her career as a Java... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:50 - 13:05 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

13:00 IST

Classroom - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:00 - 14:00 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:00 - 14:00 IST
Hall 3
  Classroom

13:00 IST

Media - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:00 - 14:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:00 - 14:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

13:05 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Hall 2
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

13:05 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Hall 2
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

13:05 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:05 - 14:05 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

13:10 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:10 - 14:10 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:10 - 14:10 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

13:15 IST

Workshop and Masterclass - Networking Lunch | A great chance to connect and interact with your peers across industries/companies
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:15 - 14:15 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:15 - 14:15 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
  Workshop and Masterclass

13:40 IST

Executive - Session III: In-conversation | Driving Continuous Innovation Through Gen AI
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:40 - 14:10 IST
Hall 1
Discover how generative AI drives continuous innovation across industries by enabling rapid prototyping and enhancing product development processes.
Speakers
avatar for Madhusmita Prakash Patil

Madhusmita Prakash Patil

Distinguished Engineer, IBM
Madhusmita Patil is an innovator working on cutting edge technologies to solve client problems. She is recognized as an IBM Partner, IBM Distinguished Engineer, an IBM Master Inventor, an open group certified Distinguished IT Architect. As the Chief Technical officer of a few elite... Read More →
avatar for Anuradha Amudalapalli

Anuradha Amudalapalli

Executive Partner & Hyderabad Location Leader, IBM
Anu is currently the Global Solutioning Leader, building large innovative end-to-end technical solutions for clients. Prior to this she was the client Services Leader, driving superior Client Delivery & Excellence for India Center and before that as Global Practice Leader at IBM... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:40 - 14:10 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

13:45 IST

Tech for Social Good - Session IV: Keynote | Sustainable DevSecOps: Building ESG friendly software
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:45 - 14:15 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Discover how integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into DevSecOps can drive sustainable software development while ensuring security and compliance.
Speakers
avatar for Kavitha Suresh Kumar

Kavitha Suresh Kumar

Principal Software Engineer and Director of Software Architecture, Kyndryl
Kavitha Suresh Kumar serves as the Principal Software Engineer and Director of Software Architecture at Kyndryl, where she has a focus on DevSecOps Foundation. A strong proponent of Sustainability, Kavitha and her team triumphed in the Green Spark Hackathon, claiming the top spot... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 13:45 - 14:15 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

14:00 IST

Media - Session III: Panel Discussion: Influencers Panel | Stories That Connect: The Power of 'me+we'
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 14:40 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
This panel will discuss how individual voices and unique stories contribute to a broader conversation. Panelists from diverse backgrounds will explore how their experiences foster trust, inclusivity, and a stronger community bond.
Moderator
avatar for Ruth Dsouza Prabhu

Ruth Dsouza Prabhu

Journalist, Independent
Ruth Dsouza Prabhu is an independent journalist and author based in Bangalore with over 22 years of experience. Her work appears in global publications like The New York Times and Al Jazeera, and she authored India's Most Legendary Restaurants. Ruth also conducts journalism workshops... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Priyanka Pathak

Priyanka Pathak

Mumma with Wings
Meet Priyanka, aka @mumma_with_wings – a mom-influencer who juggles parenting, humor, and a sprinkle of chaos like a pro! Known for her candid takes on motherhood and her knack for finding the funny side of every toddler tantrum, Priyanka brings relatable, real-life mom moments... Read More →
avatar for Linda Fernandes

Linda Fernandes

Comedy & Lifestyle Content Creator, That Quirky Mumma
I am Linda Fernandes also known as thatquirkymamma on instagram. A comedy and lifestyle content creator known for my humorous take on family relationships and everyday life. An engineer by profession and a content creator by passion and an audience of over 361k followers, I love... Read More →
avatar for Viji Venkatesh

Viji Venkatesh

Region Head , India & South Asia, The Max Foundation
Viji Venkatesh brings with her 36 years of professional experience in cancer patient care and support in her role as Region Head, India & South Asia at The Max Foundation.Viji began with The Max Foundation in 2002 by leading the administration of the Glivec International Patient Assistance... Read More →
avatar for Nita Menezes

Nita Menezes

Author, Founder & CEO, Financially Smart
Nita Menezes is a Certified Financial Planner (CFPCM) and the Founding Member and National President of WICCI’s Financial Literacy & Management Council. With over 27 years of experience, she has guided professionals across industries in making smart financial decisions. Passionate... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 14:40 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

14:00 IST

UnConference – Session VI: Designing for All: Building Inclusive Experiences That Empower
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 14:45 IST
Book Nook
Moderator
avatar for Ashish Arora

Ashish Arora

Co-Founder | Brand and Design, Small Town Folk
Speakers
avatar for Anthony Lopez

Anthony Lopez

Founder & Chief Creative Director, LOPEZ
Anthony Lopez, founder, chief designer, and design thought leader at LOPEZ, is a NID Ahmedabad alumnus celebrated for his innovative and inclusive design solutions. His award-winning firm has partnered with leading organisations such as Murugappa Group, VIP, UNICEF, Accel, and the... Read More →
avatar for Shalini Raghunathan

Shalini Raghunathan

Co-founder, 3 Big Things.Studio
Shalini Raghunathan Behavioural Designer, Co-Founder, 3 Big Things 20+ years of experience as a design practitioner at Autodesk, Salesforce and Cisco. She blends People-Centered Research, Design Strategy and Storytelling to create meaningful business impact. Shalini is passionate... Read More →
avatar for Gaurav Sharma

Gaurav Sharma

Principal UX Designer, Salesforce
avatar for Poornima Sukumar

Poornima Sukumar

Founder, Aravani Art Project
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 14:45 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

14:00 IST

Classroom - Session II: Reimagine software development using Generative AI (Part 1)
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 IST
Hall 3
Explore the fundamentals of generative AI in software development and its potential to revolutionize processes, enhance creativity, and boost productivity.
Speakers
avatar for Anupam Mishra

Anupam Mishra

Director for Solution Architecture, AWS India
Anupam is Director for Solution Architecture at AWS India. He works with AWS customers, partners and students to  achieve great business outcomes using technology. He has been with Amazon for over 16 years, building software for Kindle, Prime and Amazon.com, spending his career... Read More →
avatar for Madhuri Susarla

Madhuri Susarla

Head of Solutions Architecture, Partners, AWS India
Madhuri Susarla heads the AWS Partner Technology team for India. She is a technical leader with expertise on large-scale cloud transformations, technology incubation and cloud architectures. She is passionate about transforming software engineering for cloud using generative AI. Madhuri... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 IST
Hall 3
  Classroom

14:05 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session IV: Lightning Talk | Intelligent Realities: Where Emerging Tech Meets AI
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:20 IST
Hall 2
Discover how AI converges with emerging technologies like mixed reality and IoT to create smarter environments across various sectors.
Speakers
avatar for Amritha Sathiadevan

Amritha Sathiadevan

Executive Director, JP Morgan Chase & Co,
Amritha Sathiadevan, I am an Executive Director in Software Engineering at JP Morgan Chase & Co., where I lead multiple engineering teams and drive strategy, architecture, and execution in Asset and Wealth Management. IIM-B Alumni and with over 22 years of experience in banking technology... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:20 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

14:05 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session IV: Fireside Chat | Urban Living, Urban Challenges: Prioritizing Family and Well-Being
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:25 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Address urban living challenges through discussions focused on prioritizing family needs alongside well-being initiatives within community frameworks.
Speakers
avatar for Jamuna Vignesh

Jamuna Vignesh

Senior AVP- Cybersecurity, Wells Fargo
Dr. Jamuna Vignesh has a PhD and over 10 years of experience in software testing, research, data engineering, and cybersecurity. Her current field of work is data analytics, where she develops robust software solutions, conducting cutting-edge research and implementing advanced data... Read More →
avatar for Dinesh Chand

Dinesh Chand

Global Lead - Content Service Platform, HSBC
avatar for Anand K Jha

Anand K Jha

Vice President - Lead Systems Architect - IAM, Wells Fargo
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:25 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

14:05 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session IV: Panel Discussion | The Future of Data Security: Confidential Computing
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:50 IST
Hall 2
Investigate confidential computing as a cutting-edge approach to safeguarding sensitive data during processing within cloud environments.
Moderator
avatar for Laxmi Gunupudi

Laxmi Gunupudi

Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore
With nearly 25 years of diverse experience spanning industry, academia, and research, Laxmi has spent the first 11 years honing my expertise in various industry roles at GE, Geometric, IBM, followed by 14 years in research, consulting, and teaching at various IIMs and IIIT Bangalore... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Sowmya R

Sowmya R

Advisory Software Engineer, IBM
With over 9 years of experience in the field of IBM zServers, my career began as an intern with IBM Systems. Since then, I have gained extensive expertise across various domains, including platform management, appliance management, and the confidential computing. My journey in confidential... Read More →
avatar for Priyanka Mehta

Priyanka Mehta

Security Engineer, Google
Priyanka Mehta brings over a decade of experience to her role as a Cloud Security Development Engineer at Google. She's passionate about building secure and scalable solutions in the cloud, with expertise spanning DevSecOps, full-stack development, and infrastructure management. Priyanka... Read More →
avatar for Carol Trincia Dsouza

Carol Trincia Dsouza

Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Systems
Carol is a Technical Marketing Engineer at Cisco, for Cisco Firewalls. She has over 10 years of experience in Network Security. Carol started her career in 2013 as a TAC Engineer. She has worked for a reseller firm as well as a telecom industry handling network security devices. She... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:05 - 14:50 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

14:10 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Session III: AI Coding Tools: Democratizing Development
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:10 - 14:25 IST
Hall 3
Discover how Wells Fargo Technology achieves consistent success through innovation, resilience, and strategic vision, creating a lasting impact and driving excellence every day.
Speakers
avatar for Bindu Priya

Bindu Priya

Vice President - Digital strategy and Innovation, Wells Fargo
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:10 - 14:25 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

14:10 IST

Executive - Session IV: Expert Talk Panel Discussion | Leadership is ACTion – Act, Change, Transform
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:10 - 14:55 IST
Hall 1
Lead transformative change through action. This session will ignite your leadership potential, empowering you to take action and create lasting transformation.
Moderator
avatar for Sailaja Manacha

Sailaja Manacha

Leadership Coach and Founder, Physis.co.in
Sailaja Manacha is a renowned coach and transformation expert, celebrated for her unique programs that blend psychology, leadership practices, NLP, and spiritual frameworks. With 24 years of experience, she is a Master Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation (ICF... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Nithya Venugopal

Nithya Venugopal

Senior Technical Program Manager, Google
Nithya Venugopal is a Senior Technical Program Manager at Google India with 17 years of diverse experience leading global teams across various domains. Known for her expertise in program management and strategic execution, Nithya brings a wealth of knowledge in driving complex, cross-functional... Read More →
avatar for Poonam Singhal

Poonam Singhal

Senior Computer Scientist, Adobe
Poonam Singhal is a Senior Computer Scientist at Adobe, where she spearheads the stability team for Adobe Illustrator. With nearly two decades of expertise in software engineering, she has delivered high-performance, low-latency solutions across cutting-edge domains, including electronic... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:10 - 14:55 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

14:15 IST

Tech for Social Good - Session VI: Panel Discussion | Tech Enablers – Founding an Inclusive and Intentional World
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:15 - 15:00 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Explore technological enablers driving inclusivity efforts aimed at creating intentional worlds where diversity thrives across various sectors globally.
Moderator
avatar for Poorvi Shah

Poorvi Shah

CEO, Katalyst India
Poorvi has been in the development sector for almost 20 years and is passionate about Woman Empowerment, Equity and Education. Poorvi is the CEO of Katalyst India since 2015. Katalyst is an award winning NGO which started in 2007 and prepares young women for leadership roles, thereby... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Anirban Bhattacharya

Anirban Bhattacharya

Founder, The Painted Sky
Anirban Bhattacharya runs India’s first and most exciting Design Thinking capability development firms. Anirban is India’s first Hasso Plattner Institute (Germany) certified Design Thinking Coach, an ICF certified Executive Coach, and a Marketing PGDM from IIM Calcutta.Anirban... Read More →
avatar for Akashdeep Bansal

Akashdeep Bansal

Founder & CEO, SaralX
Akashdeep Bansal pursued his PhD from IIT Delhi, specializing in digital accessibility. Leveraging his personal experiences, he founded SaralX to address the challenges in this domain. In addition to his entrepreneurial efforts, Akashdeep is a member of the statutory monitoring committee... Read More →
avatar for Prasanth Shankaran

Prasanth Shankaran

Executive Director, Interweave
Prashant Sankaran is an industry veteran of about four decades of experience across multiple industries, including tech companies like Motorola, Digital and Hewlett-Packard. He has played many roles, including heading the HR function, leading businesses, mentoring start-ups and working... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:15 - 15:00 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

14:15 IST

Workshop and Masterclass - Session III: Importance of Networking
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:15 - 15:00 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
Uncover the power of networking in personal and professional growth. Learn key strategies for expanding your network and leveraging connections to unlock new opportunities and insights.
Speakers
avatar for Neeraja Ganesh

Neeraja Ganesh

Leadership Trainer and Coach
Neeraja Ganesh, a TEDx speaker and a keynote speaker at prestigious conferences, has also been invited by various other prestigious forums like Lean in, IEEE, PMI, TIE, NASSCOM, CII, RISE World Summit, Society of Women Engineers, WomenTech Network, VMware Nirmaan across the globe... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:15 - 15:00 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
  Workshop and Masterclass

14:20 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session V: Application Use-Case Lightning Talks
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:20 - 15:00 IST
Hall 2
  1. Content Moderation in LinkedIn's Dynamic Ecosystem - Understand how platforms like LinkedIn use intelligent systems to prioritize relevant information for effective content moderation amidst a diverse user base.
  2. Revolutionizing Document Processing at Uber with Gen AI - Explore how Uber leverages GenAI to automate document processing, enhancing efficiency and scalability while addressing challenges associated with manual processing.
  3. Message categorization using AI/ML - Discover how a message categorization system identifies and filters out fraudulent messages, protecting businesses and customers from potential threats.

Speakers
avatar for Indrani Bose

Indrani Bose

Senior Engineering Manager, Uber
Senior Engineering Manager with 20 years of experience in the Fintech, eCommerce, and Banking sectors. Skilled in program delivery, people management, and machine learning. Proven track record of building teams from the ground up, implementing strategic roadmaps, and driving agile... Read More →
avatar for Anu Ravi

Anu Ravi

Vice President, ANZ Operations and Technology
As a strategic leader with over two decades of experience, I have consistently driven transformative change across multiple geographies and industries, specializing in large scale transformations and delivering operational efficiencies. I am passionate about diversity and inclusion... Read More →
avatar for Aditya Patra

Aditya Patra

Associate Vice President, ANZ Operations and Technology
An Automation and DevOps evangelist with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision. With 14 years of enterprise-scale experience, I have developed comprehensive Test Automation... Read More →
avatar for Nikita Goyal

Nikita Goyal

Senior Software Developer, Uber
Nikita Goyal is a Senior Software Engineer at Uber, driving Fintech innovation through scalable, compliant solutions essential to Uber’s global financial resilience. She leads a critical Tier 1 service, seamlessly managing complex financial operations and aligning with international... Read More →
avatar for Shambhavi Sahay

Shambhavi Sahay

Senior Software Development Engineer, LinkedIn
Shambhavi is a Senior Software Engineer at LinkedIn, where she has been contributing to the Trust & Safety of the platform for the past 2.5 years. As a full stack engineer, Shambhavi has worked on various layers of content moderation, from developing tools and assistance for human... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:20 - 15:00 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

14:25 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Session IV: Transforming Manufacturing: Harnessing Mixed Reality for Advanced Industrial Applications
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:25 - 14:55 IST
Hall 3
Explore how mixed reality is transforming manufacturing, allowing industries to streamline production, enhance training, and improve operational efficiency through immersive technologies.
Speakers
avatar for Manorama Jha

Manorama Jha

Senior Software Engineer, GridRaster
Manorama Jha is a Senior Software Engineer at GridRaster, driven by a deep interest in computer vision for Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality. Her research background includes exploring non-rigid point cloud registration for objects with moving parts, the focus of her Masters thesis... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:25 - 14:55 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

14:25 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session V: Tech Lightning Talks
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:25 - 14:55 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  1. Revolutionizing Financial Data with Digital Twins: The future of Synthetic Data Generation - Discover how digital twins are transforming financial data management through synthetic data generation techniques that enhance accuracy without compromising privacy.
  2. Beyond the Buzz: Turning Big Data into Business Impact in the Cloud - Learn practical strategies for translating big data insights into tangible business impacts within cloud environments while overcoming common obstacles.


Speakers
avatar for Divya Singh

Divya Singh

Engineering Director, American Express
A seasoned technologist with over 14 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in the BFSI and technology sectors. Driven by a deep passion for data engineering , architecture, micro services, system integration , she has successfully led digital transformation initiatives... Read More →
avatar for Gangotri Bhat

Gangotri Bhat

Senior Engineer II, American Express
Gangotri is a senior data engineer with over 10 years of experience in data architecture, big data technologies, and advanced data management systems.Her expertise lies in transforming raw data into actionable insights through scalable frameworks. She has led initiatives and implemented... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:25 - 14:55 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

14:40 IST

Media - Session IV: Panel Discussion - Panel of Corporate Communication Leaders | Crafting Impactful Narratives: How Women in Tech Can Use Storytelling to Lead and Inspire
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:40 - 15:15 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
A discussion on the role of storytelling in shaping women’s careers in tech. This session will highlight how narratives can drive personal growth, influence organizational culture, and inspire other women in the industry.
Moderator
avatar for Seema Ahuja

Seema Ahuja

Senior Vice President & Global Head of Communications & Corporate Brand, Biocon Biologics
Seema Ahuja is SVP & Global Head of Communications & Corporate Brand at Biocon Group.  A multifaceted expert in Reputation Management, and Corporate Brand & Communications, with over 30 years of experience in publicly listed leading pharma biotech & life-sciences companies, she has... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Arulappan

Melissa Arulappan

Director Communications, Target
avatar for Minari Shah 

Minari Shah 

Director - International (APAC, EU, LATAM), Owned Content & Channels, Amazon
Minari Shah is the Director of International Owned Content Strategy at Amazon, overseeing content across APAC, EU, and LATAM. With over 20 years in corporate communication, Minari’s career spans journalism, corporate communications, and film writing. Holding a Master’s in International... Read More →
avatar for Rachana Panda

Rachana Panda

VP & Country Group Head Comms, PA , Sustainability & CSE (South Asia), Bayer
Rachana Panda is the Vice President and Country Group Head for Bayer South Asia, overseeing Corporate Communication, Public Affairs, Sustainability, and CSR. With 25 years of experience across leading organizations like GE, Alstom, and Apollo Tyres, she is a recognized thought leader... Read More →
avatar for Nivedeeta Moirangthem 

Nivedeeta Moirangthem 

Country Communication Manager, Ikea India
In a career spanning 23+ years in corporate communications , Nivedeeta has worked across functions including PR, Advertising, Employer Branding & Internal Communication, Public Affairs & Advocacy in the South Asia regionCurrently heading communication for IKEA India , she has strong... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:40 - 15:15 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

14:50 IST

UnConference – Session XVI: Poetry and Perspective
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:50 - 15:15 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Ronit Ranjan

Ronit Ranjan

Life Coach
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:50 - 15:15 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

14:50 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session V: Keynote | Cloud Resilience: Crafting Systems That Thrive in Uncertainty
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:50 - 15:20 IST
Hall 2
Explore best practices for building resilient cloud systems that can withstand failures while maintaining high availability and rapid recovery capabilities.
Speakers
avatar for Parna Mehta

Parna Mehta

Cloud Support Engineer, AWS
Parna Mehta is an accomplished AWS Cloud Specialist with over 11 years of experience in the IT industry, holding an impressive 6x AWS certifications and several badges to her credit including the most recent AWS AI Practitioner. With hands-on expertise across a wide array of AWS services... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:50 - 15:20 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

14:55 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Session III: AI Coding Tools: Democratizing Development
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:10 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:10 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

14:55 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session VI: In-conversation | Agile Leadership: Cultivating Managerial Excellence for High-Velocity Decision-Making
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Discover principles behind agile leadership aimed at fostering managerial excellence necessary during high-velocity decision-making scenarios encountered regularly today.
Speakers
avatar for Sandhya Prabhakar

Sandhya Prabhakar

Senior Information Technology Manager, Boeing India
Sandhya Prabhakar is an accomplished leader with over 19 years of expertise in building and managing high-performing operations teams, driving service delivery excellence, and leading transformative B2B integration projects. Throughout her career, Sandhya has earned a reputation for... Read More →
avatar for Remya Nair

Remya Nair

Senior Product Manager, Siemens EDA
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

14:55 IST

Executive - Session V: Panel Discussion | #MindsetMatters - How Emotional Intelligence Can Supercharge your Career
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:40 IST
Hall 1
Explore how emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in career advancement by enhancing interpersonal skills, decision-making abilities, and leadership effectiveness.
Moderator
avatar for Anil Thomas

Anil Thomas

NLP Trainer & Gestalt Practitioner
Speakers
avatar for Jyotsnaa Rrajivv

Jyotsnaa Rrajivv

Engineering Manager, Skyhigh Security (Formerly as McAfee Enterprise)
Jyotsnaa Rrajivv is a cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of IT experience, specializing in cloud security. She advocates for the power of communication in fostering collaboration and security. A passionate saree connoisseur, she also champions handloom traditions. As a social... Read More →
avatar for Priti Anukampa

Priti Anukampa

Director Business AI, SAP Labs India
Priti Anukampa is a visionary leader with expertise in program management, large-scale IT implementations, and AI product development.With over 23 years of experience. Her career began on the shop floor engineer at Tata Motors and then moved to Consulting with firms like Deloitte... Read More →
avatar for Neha Sharma

Neha Sharma

Software Development Manager, Amazon Development Center India
Neha is a Software Development Manager at Amazon, with an impressive 20-year journey in the tech industry. Throughout her career, Neha has been a champion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, working tirelessly to create more equitable and inclusive workplaces... Read More →
avatar for Sakshi Chaturvedi

Sakshi Chaturvedi

Senior Software Engineer, Amazon Development Center
Sakshi is an accomplished Senior Software Development Engineer with over 10 years at a global technology company, including more than 6 years in a specialized finance organization. She is in the top 4% of employees worldwide in terms of tenure and has made significant contributions... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 14:55 - 15:40 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

15:00 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session VI: Panel Discussion | Employing LLMs: From Research to Reality
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 15:45 IST
Hall 2
Understand key considerations for deploying LLMs effectively, including customization strategies, infrastructure needs, and maintaining output consistency.
Moderator
avatar for Kaustubha V

Kaustubha V

Solutions Architect, Microsoft
Kaustubha V is a Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in cloud computing and AI technologies. With over a decade of experience, she has made significant contributions to organizations such as Dell International Services and IBM. Kaustubha holds 46 certifications across major... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Lekha Priyadarshini

Lekha Priyadarshini

Technical Lead, Kyndryl
Generative AI Lead at Kyndryl with over 13 years of experience in AI and Data Science. Specializes in driving transformative AI projects, architecting advanced AI infrastructures, and leading high-impact AI initiatives. Recognized for expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, and Data Science... Read More →
avatar for Jinal Parikh

Jinal Parikh

Software Engineer III, Google
Jinal Parikh is a Software Engineer at Google and a speaker. She has been working on Fraud Detection for Maps, currently leading multiple LLM projects for content moderation and optimising processes. She has 3 years of ML engineering & Data Science experience in feature engineering... Read More →
avatar for Ruchi Awasthi

Ruchi Awasthi

Member of Technical Staff, GenAI R&D, Pure Storage
Ruchi Awasthi is a seasoned Machine Learning Scientist currently working at Pure Storage in the GenAI R&D team, where she focuses on building scalable Generative AI-based products. With a Bachelor’s degree from IIT Roorkee, she graduated as the 2nd rank holder in her department... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 15:45 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

15:00 IST

Workshop and Masterclass - Session IV: Supporting New Mothers
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 15:45 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
Discuss the unique challenges faced by new mothers in balancing career and personal life. This session focuses on creating supportive environments that help new moms thrive in the workplace.







Speakers
avatar for Gaurav Gupta

Gaurav Gupta

Cofounder & CEO, Blockverse
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 15:45 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
  Workshop and Masterclass

15:10 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Explore the showcase
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:10 - 16:10 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:10 - 16:10 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

15:15 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Session VII: Keynote | Multigenerational work forces: Inclusion and the new workplace dynamic
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:15 - 15:45 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Discuss strategies aimed at fostering inclusion within multigenerational workforces as organizations adapt their cultures to meet diverse needs effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Carolyn Stebbings

Carolyn Stebbings

Chief Operating & Inclusion Officer, RAPP UK, OPMG
Carolyn oversees the Operational Excellence team at RAPP UK, in tandem with her role leading the charge to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion remains a business imperative across EMEA & APAC for OPMG. An experienced practitioner with a proven track within most industry sectors... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:15 - 15:45 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

15:15 IST

Media Session V: Panel Discussion - Panel of Citizen Activists | Role of media in taking social impact causes to newer horizons
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:15 - 16:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
Delving into the evolving role of media in promoting social causes, this panel will discuss how media platforms amplify participation in social impact and the transformation of media’s role in advocacy.
Moderator
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Manjunath Padiki

CEO & Cofounder, Verbly
Manjunath Padiki is the CEO and Co-founder of Verbly Integrated Communications, with over two decades of experience in strategic communications across industries such as IT, FMCG, hospitality, retail, and startups. Known for his expertise in communications planning, key message development... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Jacintha Jayachandran

Jacintha Jayachandran

Advisor People, Culture, Employee Experience, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Calfus Inc.
Jacintha Jayachandran is a social entrepreneur, leadership coach, and founder of HopeWorks Foundation and Skills Café, with 30 years of experience in HR, entrepreneurship, and social impact. A specialist in DE&I, sustainability, and ethics, she has worked with leading organizations... Read More →
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Zibi Jamal

Consultant, Independent
Change happens when we believe it and know it to have meaning for us. A word spoken, or not, a fleeting image or a long form podcast are what moves the world. The stories we hear and tell, explicit or implicit, make us. Communication is at the heart of it all.Through her volunteer... Read More →
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Malini Parmar

Chief Executive Officer, Stone Soup
Alumini of IIM Kolkatta and Delhi College of Engineering she had a brief stint as a Banker before global IT work experience spanning 25 countries and 17 years. She now runs a social enterprise called Stonesoup.in which aims to make sustainable living easy while creating employment for women. She has been volunteering for responsible waste management since 2011. She is part of SWMRT , 2bin1bag campaign (segregation at source) and Bangalore Eco Team - citizen plastic ban campaign across the city, Swachagraha... Read More →
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Tara Krishnaswamy 

Political Consultant, Poltical Shakti
Tara Krishnaswamy is Sr Advisor, Government Relations at Indus Action, working on public policy. She is also a political consultant, gender and civic activist and a Cannes Gold winner for campaigns. She has run civil society & election campaigns, for over a decade nationally, and... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:15 - 16:00 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

15:20 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session VI: Lightning Talk: Tuning in Tandem: Control, Security and Scalability; Financial Data Pipelines
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:20 - 15:35 IST
Hall 2
Explore best practices for balancing control, security, and scalability within financial data pipelines to ensure robust performance under varying loads.
Speakers
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Shruti Rao

Director of Engineering, American Express
Shruti Rao is a seasoned technology leader with over 18 years of experience, currently serving as Tech Director for the Finance Data Management and Analytics program at American Express. In her role, Shruti oversees key portfolios in Corporate Account Receivables, Non-Card Loans... Read More →
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Yoshita Gupta

Senior Engineer, American Express
Yoshita Gupta is a seasoned Senior Engineer at American Express with over 18 years of expertise in data warehousing and analytics. Known for her leadership in driving data-centric projects, Yoshita leads a diverse team in developing solutions that enhance data management and deliver... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:20 - 15:35 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

15:20 IST

UnConference – Session VII: Sustainability in Action: Lessons from The Ibnii Journey
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:20 - 15:35 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Priyanka Shenoy

Priyanka Shenoy

Chief Concept Officer, The Ibnii Coorg
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:20 - 15:35 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

15:35 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Session VII: Keynote | A Quick Insight into Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) in Cloud
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:35 - 16:05 IST
Hall 2
Gain an overview of virtual network functions (VNFs) packaged as virtual machines on commodity hardware within cloud environments.
Speakers
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Malarvizhi Kandasamy

Senior Software Engineer, IBM India Private Limited
Malarvizhi Kandasamy is a Senior Software Engineer working in IBM Cloud. For the past 5 years, she has worked on various services in IBM Cloud VPC Network like Direct Link, Private Domain Name Service (PDNS), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), etc... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:35 - 16:05 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

15:40 IST

Executive - Closing Keynote
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:40 - 15:45 IST
Hall 1
Speakers
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Heena Raval

Sr. Director, Product Engineering & ML, Google
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:40 - 15:45 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

15:40 IST

UnConference – Session VIII: Book Reading of "I Am What I Am"
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:40 - 15:55 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
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Sunitha Krishnan

Social Activist, Prajwala
Sunitha Krishnan is an activist, author, and founder of Prajwala, Asia’s largest organization fighting sex trafficking. With over 28,900 rescues, Sunitha has pioneered survivor-led campaigns like “Swaraksha” and “#MenAgainstDemand.” A Padma Shri awardee and recognized by... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:40 - 15:55 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

15:45 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Session VII: Closing: In-Conversation | AI/ML Transforming Digital Accessibility in Banking
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:05 IST
Hall 2
Discover how AI and ML are reshaping digital accessibility in banking, making financial services easier to navigate and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards for all users, regardless of ability.
Speakers
avatar for Priyanka Malisetti

Priyanka Malisetti

Lead Software Engineer, Wells Fargo
Priyanka is a Lead Software Engineer with overall 13 years of experience in the IT industry. Specialized in digital accessibility, PEGA, Java, and automation, she has worked across diverse domains such as banking and insurance. Known for her resourcefulness in managing business relationships... Read More →
avatar for Rini Sarkar

Rini Sarkar

Principal Engineer, Wells Fargo
Rini is a Principal Engineer at Wells Fargo. She has over 20 years of experience in the software industry, largely in the financial domain. She is skilled in a diverse set of technologies, spanning web applications, Data Engineering and Machine Learning. She is experienced in architecting... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:05 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

15:45 IST

Executive - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Hall 1
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Hall 1
  Executive

15:45 IST

Poster and Scholarships Track - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Gulmohar, Conference Centre
  Poster and Scholarships Track

15:45 IST

Workshop and Masterclass - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 15:45 - 16:15 IST
Hibiscus, Conference Centre
  Workshop and Masterclass

16:00 IST

Classroom - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Hall 3
  Classroom

16:00 IST

Media - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Jacaranda, Conference Centre
  Media

16:00 IST

Tech for Social Good - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Cassia, Conference Centre
  Tech for Social Good

16:00 IST

UnConference – Session X: Gender Monologues with Interweave
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Book Nook
Speakers
avatar for Gayathri Gopalakrishnan

Gayathri Gopalakrishnan

Head of Marketing, Interweave Consulting
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 16:30 IST
Book Nook
  Unconference

16:05 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Closing: MotorQ
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:05 - 16:10 IST
Hall 2
Speakers
avatar for Kadirvel Vanniarajan

Kadirvel Vanniarajan

Vice President of Engineering, MotorQ
As the Vice President of Engineering at Motorq, I lead our engineering organization, driving innovation in the connected vehicles space. With over 20 years of experience, much of it as a technical leader, my journey includes more than a decade at Amazon and another decade at Microsoft... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:05 - 16:10 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

16:05 IST

AI ML and Open-Source - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:05 - 16:35 IST
Hall 2
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:05 - 16:35 IST
Hall 2
  AI ML and Open-Source

16:10 IST

Cloud IoT and Cyber Security - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:10 - 16:40 IST
Hall 2
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:10 - 16:40 IST
Hall 2
  Cloud IoT and Cyber Security

16:10 IST

Innovation Showcase Lounge - Networking Tea/Coffee
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:10 - 16:40 IST
Hall 3
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:10 - 16:40 IST
Hall 3
  Innovation Showcase Lounge

16:30 IST

Plenary - Session IV: Panel Discussion | Beyond the Binary: Building Tomorrow's Workplaces
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:15 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
Explore practical strategies for designing workplaces that embrace every identity, fostering a stronger, more creative workforce.
Moderator
avatar for Amruta Choudhury

Amruta Choudhury

Co-Founder, Breath Beings
Speakers
avatar for Amita Karadkhedkar

Amita Karadkhedkar

SVP - Technology, Captive of a Global Bank
avatar for Veena Kulkarni

Veena Kulkarni

Founder, Road to Utopia
Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:15 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
  Plenary

17:15 IST

Plenary - Session V: Closing Act | Aansplaining
Thursday November 21, 2024 17:15 - 18:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
End the day with an insightful, entertaining take on society’s evolving dynamics, offering fresh perspectives on tech and culture.
Speakers
avatar for Karthik Kumar
Thursday November 21, 2024 17:15 - 18:00 IST
Main Stage, Hall 1
  Plenary
 
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