Theme: Re-Imagining the Imagined

The theme encapsulates the essence of challenging conventional perspectives and exploring new horizons of thought. It encourages individuals to delve beyond surface-level understanding and embrace innovation as a means to reshape existing paradigms. At its core, the theme urges participants to defy societal norms, embrace creativity, and boldly pursue their visions, regardless of the obstacles they may encounter. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a contrarian mindset, where divergent thinking and unconventional approaches are celebrated as catalysts for problem-solving and progress. "Re-imagining the Imagined" invites participants to explore the intersection of imagination, creativity, and innovation, paving the way for transformative change and inspiring new ways of looking at the world.

Room 1001, Bharti Block, Plaksha University
Alpha, Sector 101, IT City Rd, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Mohali
Mohali, Punjab, 140306
India

Ishan Sharma

YouTuber | Founder MarkitUp

Ishan Sharma, a 22-year-old residing in Bengaluru, is the epitome of success in the digital era. With a staggering social media following exceeding 1.8 million, Ishan is a prominent figure in the realms of career, freelancing, and entrepreneurship. With his college roommate Saransh Anand, Ishan co-founded MarkitUp, a thriving remote marketing agency, assisting startups and individuals in achieving organic growth. Despite initially pursuing an electrical engineering degree at BITS Pilani Goa, Ishan's passion for entrepreneurship led him to embark on a full-time journey in content creation and business development. His book "Crush it on LinkedIn", garnered widespread acclaim and facilitated students in leveraging opportunities on the platform. Collaborating with Kushal Lodha, Ishan authored "Unicorn Secret," chronicling the journeys of 20 Indian unicorn founders. Published by Penguin India, the book quickly became an Amazon bestseller

Nitin Bajaj

Entrepreneur, Founder EasyLeadz

Nitin Bajaj is the founder & CEO of EasyLeadz, a pioneering software company revolutionizing B2B lead generation and sales intelligence. Transitioning from his role as country head at F6S, Nitin's journey to building EasyLeadz showcases his innovative skills. With over 4.5 lakh businesses benefiting from EasyLeadz and achieving a valuation of 150 crores without traditional marketing. Under his guidance, EasyLeadz has ascended to one of India's top 20 software firms, serving over 3 lakh businesses globally, including industry giants like Salesforce, Amazon, and Microsoft. Nitin's relentless focus on growth has propelled EasyLeadz to amass over 500 million views on Google in the past year alone, generating annual revenues surpassing 18 crores. Beyond his CEO role, Nitin hosts the “Mad Over Growth," podcast garnering with over 12 million listeners within just 5 months of launch.

Prashanth Suresh Kumar

Assistant Professor, Plaksha University

Dr. Prashanth Suresh Kumar is a faculty member at Plaksha University, where he contributes to the Centre for Water Security. Prior to joining Plaksha, he spent a decade in Europe. Dr. Kumar earned his PhD in water technology and wastewater treatment from Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. The innovative technology developed during his research was successfully piloted in Sweden and Canada to address harmful algae blooms. Following his PhD, he engaged in EU water technology projects and collaborated on science projects with high school students in the Netherlands, which he found immensely rewarding. At Plaksha, Dr. Kumar is passionate about reimagining education and constantly seeks innovative pedagogical approaches such as learning through activities, storytelling, and field trips. He has traveled to more than 50 countries and enjoys sharing and learning about different cultures. He is also a marathon runner, a pianist, and enjoys composing electronic music.

Sonam Kalra

Singer, Composer and Songwriter

Sonam Kalra is a globally acclaimed singer, and composer. With a diverse background spanning Hindustani classical, Western classical, Gospel, and Jazz, her captivating voice transcends cultural boundaries, resonating with audiences worldwide. As the founder of 'The Sufi Gospel Project,' Sonam intricately weaves together diverse faiths, delivering a powerful message of unity and inclusion through her music. Honoured with numerous prestigious awards, including the Global Music Awards and the Femina 'Woman of Worth' Award. Sonam has performed at esteemed venues across 30 countries, including The Sydney Opera House and MTV’s Coke Studio. A member of the Grammy Recording Academy, her accolades, including two Gold and one Silver medal at the 2023 Global Music Awards. Sonam has been honored with awards such as the Femina 'Woman of Worth' Award, the Indian Express Devi Award, the FICCI YFLO ‘Young Women Achiever’ award, and the esteemed Global WIN Award.

Tharun Naik

YouTube Content Creator

Tharun Naik, also known as Tharun Speaks, is a Mechanical Engineering graduate from IIT Kharagpur. His YouTube channel, "Tharun Speaks," showcases college life, business and freelancing, amassing over 500k+ subscribers. Alongside managing two channels, he oversees "Not Just a Video Editing Course" and "The Boring Edit," demonstrating entrepreneurial prowess. Tharun's diverse contributions to content creation and entrepreneurship underscore his commitment to excellence and innovation.