Innovation Stage Agenda

Shahjehan Ballroom

Feb, Sat 15


Fireside Chat: Brimming with Conviction: Aman Gupta on Belief & Hustle behind
building an iconic brand

In the world of startups, success isn’t just about having a great product – it’s about relentless execution, brand obsession, and creating a culture that refuses to settle. This fireside chat with Aman Gupta, Co-founder of boAt, dives deep into the art of scaling without limits and what it takes to build a brand that defines an era.

Key Talking Points:

  • From Passion to Powerhouse:
  • Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies
  • The ‘boAt Way’ of Disruption
  • No Rules, Just Results

Speakers : Aman Gupta, Co-Founder & CMO, boat
Moderator : Sumiit Lakhutia, Senior News Editor, Times Network

10:00 – 10:20

To the Brim: Building Without Boundaries, Scaling Without Limits

Entrepreneurship isn’t about playing it safe it’s about pouring everything you have into an idea, a vision, and a mission. This session is for those who refuse to hold back, who push beyond limits, and who are ready to build something bigger than themselves.

❖ Ankur Warikoo, Entrepreneur |Teacher |Content Creator |Author
❖ Sahiba Bali, Marketeer, Sports Presenter, Content Creator
❖ CA Sarthak Ahuja, Investment Banker | Author | Business Educator
❖ Yashraj Mukhate, Music Composer & Content Creator
❖ Barkha Singh, Actress

Moderator : Sumiit Lakhutia, Senior News Editor, Times Network

10:20 – 11:00

Innovation Session

Special Address: The Engagement Code: What’s your Grej of the Day?

Key Lessons:

  • The psychology behind effective engagement in learning and work
  • Practical strategies for implementing curiosity-driven approaches
  • Understanding the idea of “Grej of the Day” in various organizational settings
❖ Micke Hermansson, Global Educator and Creator of "Grej of the Day"
11:00 – 11:10

Special Address: From Labs to Impact: From Smog-Based Inks to Shoes That Guide

Key Lessons:

  • Transforming environmental challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities
  • Embrace sustainability as a core strategy for business
  • Collaborate to scale innovation
  • Collaborate to scale innovation
  • Foster the willingness to experiment and iterate
❖ Anirudh Sharma, Co-founder & CTO, Graviky Labs
11:10 – 11:20

Fermenting Innovation: SBOOCH – Brewing the Future of Sustainable Next-Gen Beverages with a Fusion of Indian Culture

Key Lessons: 

  • How to build a brand that goes beyond profit
  • How to balance tradition with innovation
  • How to access what the market truly wants- not just what you want to sell
  • Focus on consistency and credibility rather than short term wins
❖ Nirraj Satish Manek, Founder and CEO, SBOOCH
11:20 – 11:30

Special Address: The Urban Paradox: Growth, Livability, and Cooperation in the Global South – topic change

Key Lessons:

  • Prioritize equitable strategies to ensure access to services and infrastructure for all stakeholders
  • Foster cross-sector collaborations and community engagement for scalable, sustainable outcomes
  • How urban planning can address the unique challenges faced by cities
  • Designing for resilience: Sustainable solutions for rapidly growing urban populations
❖ Dikshu Kukreja, Honorary Consul General of the Republic of Albania and Managing Principal, C P Kukreja Architects
11:30 – 11:40

Special Address: Nurturing India’s MSMEs and Startups: Strategies for the Next Decade

Key Lessons:

  • Adopt a Digital-First Mindset
  • Innovate or Stagnate
  • People Power: Skill, Upskill, and Reskill
❖ Sukant Mishra, Managing Director, Octagon International
11:40 – 11:50

In Conversation: Cross-Border Trade and Economic Empowerment

❖ Kami Viswanathan, President, Middle East, Indian subcontinent, and Africa, FedEx
Moderator : Sumiit Lakhutia, Senior News Editor, Times Network

11:50 – 12:00

Special Address: Purpose + Passion + Perseverance = Impact

Key Lessons: 

  • How does one translate passion and energy into impactful initiatives that change life
  • Think outside the box to solve complex problems that need urgent and immediate attention
  • How small initiatives by an individual can drive collective success
  • Foster an ownership mindset for greater common good
❖ Luigi Cani – Skydiving Legend & Environmental Advocate, 11-time World Record Holder, Creator of the 100 Seeds Project
12:00 – 12:15

Global Economy

The Collaboration Code: Uniting Economies, Shaping Futures

The session aims to provide a forward-looking analysis of the global economy, focusing on how nations, industries, and institutions can adapt to unprecedented challenges and opportunities in an interconnected world. As globalization evolves, there is a critical need to rethink traditional economic models and foster frameworks that are inclusive, resilient, and innovation-driven.

  • How can global trade dynamics evolve to balance regional priorities with inclusivity?
  • What scalable models can align environmental sustainability with economic growth?
  • How should international financial systems and safety nets adapt to mitigate systemic risks?
  • How can nations navigate the complexities of geopolitical tensions through economic diplomacy?
  • What role will technology and multilateral innovation play in shaping future economic landscapes?

Confirmed Speakers:
❖ Anton Panayotov, Deputy Chairman, Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum
❖ RG Manalac, Senior Vice President – Financial Technology, Nasdaq
❖ Shantanu Mukerji, Partner, Gulf Capital
❖ Bingumal Thewarathanthri, CEO, Standard Chartered Bank Sri Lanka
❖ Amit Goenka, Chairman & Managing Director, Nisus Finance
❖ Sriram Krishnan, Chief Business Development Officer, National Stock Exchange of India (NSE)
❖ Vivek Anand Oberoi, Partner, Nisus Finance, UAE

Session Chair : :Rtn. Manpreet Singh, President, International Chamber of Investment and Business

12:15- 13:05


Keynote Session: The Future of Global Economy: Industrial Growth, Sustainability, and Resilience

As the world navigates economic shifts driven by technology, sustainability, and geopolitics, industries must adapt to new challenges and opportunities. This keynote by the India Representative of UNIDO will explore the role of industrial development, sustainability-driven growth, and the impact of global policies on emerging markets like India.

❖ Cristiano Pasini, Director and Representative Sub-Regional Office in India, UNIDO
13:05 – 13:15

The ESG Advantage: Leveraging Green Mobility to Build a Sustainable Supply Chain

As businesses worldwide embrace Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, green mobility is emerging as a key driver of sustainable supply chains. This session will explore how organizations can integrate ecofriendly transportation solutions to reduce carbon footprints, enhance operational efficiency, and align with global sustainability goals.

Key Points: 

  • The Economic and Operational Benefits of Green Mobility Expanding Green Mobility Across India.
  • Technology and Innovation in Green Mobility.
  • Environmental Impact, Sustainability and Aligning with ESG Standards

❖ Amit Mohan, President– Logistics, Infrastructure Finance, Kotak Mahindra Bank
❖ BC Tripathi, Vice Chairman, Essar Exploration & Production and
Board Member, Essar Green Mobility
❖ Bharat Bhushan Rathi, Head Distribution and Logistics, Mankind Pharma
❖ Natasha Chopra, Director – Supply Chain, Mondelez India
❖ Naveen Ahlawat, Head – Power & CCSU, Jindal Steel & Power

Moderator : : Anish Mandal, Partner, Deloitte

13:15- 14:15

Innovation Session

Special Address: Traveller of Tomorrow

❖ Dimitris Manikis, President of EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
14:15 – 14:25

Special Address: Building for Bharat

Key Lessons:

  • Solving for the Next Half a Billion Indians
  • Engines of change driving consumption in Bharat
  • High-potential sectors in Bharat and rise of homegrown companies
  • Supportive policies and financial inclusion to Unlock Bharat’s Potential
❖ Rahul Taneja, Partner, Lightspeed
14:25 – 14:35

Special Address: Innovation by Design: Fintech and the Future Formula

Key Lessons

  • Lead with a concrete vision not just goals
  • Adaptability – the currency of growth
  • How to build a resilient team
  • How to focus on outcomes and not just activities
❖ Sheenam Ohrie, MD, Broadridge India
14:35 – 14:45

Special Address: Promise of AI in Transforming Healthcare

❖ Aparna Taneja, Software Engineer, Google DeepMind
14:45 – 15:00

Special Address: Real-Time AI

Key Lessons: 

  • What is Real-Time AI and why it matters
  • Overcoming adoption challenges with data-driven leadership
  • AI and automation as enablers, not threats
  • Real-time AI’s impact on India’s digital growth
❖ Siddharth Bhatia, Co-Founder and CEO, TurboML
15:00 – 15:10