Theme: Unsettle - Break the Status quo

The human mind can be like an impermeable black box. There are times when we are overwhelmed with too many things happening around us, and our mind is unable to fathom them. The result is a desperate grasping for words, overthinking, and at times, thought blaming. This is the tipping point when we must create a space where we don’t think out of the box but inherently believe that no box exists. This is just the perfect time to unsettle by creating new hashtags, ideas, thoughts, and notions that can disrupt the settled narrative and break the status quo.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University)
Lavale, Mulshi
Pune, Maharashtra, 412115
India

Faiz Fazal

Indian Cricketer

Faiz Fazal is an Indian Cricketer who has made a significant impact in the sport both domestically and internationally. With over a decade of experience, he has established himself as one of the top batsmen in the country. Faiz has represented India in multiple international tournaments and has been a consistent performer for his state team in the Indian domestic circuit.He has been awarded multiple Man of the Match awards and has been a top scorer in several tournaments. He was also part of the Indian team that won the 2016-2017 Vijay Hazare Trophy, one of the premier limited-overs tournaments in India.With his exceptional technique and calm demeanor, Faiz continues to make his mark on the sport and is widely regarded as a player with a bright future.

Kishore Bhargava

Technology Consultant

Kishore Bhargava is a highly experienced Technology Consultant with over 40 years of expertise in Network Architecture, Security, Unified Messaging, Project Management, and IT Planning & Strategy. As an early adopter of technology, Kishore has a deep understanding of the latest gadgets and trends in the industry. He has been an active member in several open source communities in India and has contributed to various technology magazines and media outlets. Away from the tech world, Kishore is a wildlife enthusiast and enjoys capturing the beauty of animals and birds through photography. He is also a self-proclaimed geek, lifelong learner, and aspiring coffee connoisseur, based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Richa S. Mukherjee

Author & Poet

Richa S. Mukherjee is an award-winning writer, ex-journalist and ex-advertising professional. She is the author of I Didn’t Expect To Be Expecting, Kanpur Khoofiya Pvt Ltd, Excess Baggage and The Curse of Kuldhara, three of which are headed for screen adaptations. She is a blogger and travel writer and contributes to several platforms such as Womensweb, Momspresson and SheThePeopleTv. She is a Sheroes Champ and Blogchatter and Kool Kanya mentor. She has authored e-singles, anthologies and audio books.

Rupali Ambegaonkar

Tea Sommelier

Rupali Ambegaonkar is the founder of Tea Culture of the World, a company dedicated to promoting the art and culture of tea. With a passion for tea and a deep appreciation for its rich history and traditions, Rupali has established herself as a leading expert in the tea industry. Through her company, she offers a unique and immersive tea experience, showcasing the finest teas from around the world and sharing the stories behind each blend. With her extensive knowledge and innovative approach, Rupali is helping to bring the joy and wonder of tea to a wider audience.

Sambit Mohanty

Advertising Professional

Sambit Mohanty is a highly acclaimed creative professional with over 15 years of experience in the advertising industry. He is currently serving as the Creative Head at McCann Worldgroup, one of the largest and most renowned advertising agencies in the world. With a passion for storytelling and a talent for capturing the essence of a brand, he is widely respected for his ability to translate complex brand strategies into memorable and effective creative concepts. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his work, including multiple Cannes Lions, One Show Pencils, D&AD Pencils, and Effies.

Sangram Khopade

Radio Jockey

RJ Sangram is one of India's top Radio Jockeys. He has won 14 IRF and RAPA and ACEF awards for Best Radio Jockey and Radio Show over a 21 year media career. He has been a successful Columnist, Magazine Editor, Public Speaker, Political Consultant & failed horse breeder. He has appeared on MTV, NDTV, CNN IBN and BBC and international radio stations like BBC London, Triple M Australia. He has acted as himself in 2 Marathi films and in the Mark Tully documentary 'India at 60'. He wrote, directed and Hosted Marathi Television's No 1 Political Satire ' The Foknad Show'. You can catch him every morning on Big FM in Pune, Ahmednagar, Aurangabad, Kolhapur and Solapur.

Viral Thakkar

Creative Director, VFX Supervisor

Viral Thakkar is the creative director and VFX Supervisor at Redefine India. He is an experienced and creative animator, visual effects coordinator, and CG supervisor. After leading big studios like Pixion and Riva, Mr. Thakkar established Fluiidmask Studio and worked on a wide range of feature films like Brahmastra, Kesari, Sanju, Toilet- Ek Prem Katha, ABCD 2, Rustom, Airlift, Krishh, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, PK to name a few. His passion for film, animation, and visual effects is evident in the quality of his work, and his dedication to perfection. He keeps coming up with new and creative ways to solve problems that push the limits of visual effects technology.

Zinal Doshi

Travel Entrepreneur

Zinal Doshi is a visionary entrepreneur with a diverse background in both consumer banking and tourism. With over 18 years of experience, she excels in people management, relationship building, and retail marketing. She is the founder of "The Flapper Life," a sustainable travel and lifestyle firm exclusively for women. Zinal is also the co-founder of "She in Tourism," Asia’s first platform for women in the tourism industry, which mentors women-led businesses, upskills women for leadership roles, and creates a voice for gender diversity. Her entrepreneurial journey has been featured by various media outlets and she is a sought-after speaker on topics related to women travel and women in the travel industry, having led conversations at leading international tourism events like OTM India and ITB India.