Theme: The Power of Persistence

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E Block Auditorium
Vidya Jyothi Institute of Technology, Aziznagar Gate, Chilkur Balaji Road
Hyderabad, Telangana, 500075
India

Dasaraj Centhimul Tarun

Content Creator, DCT EATS

Dasaraj Centhamil Tarun is the creator of DCT Eats, a rapidly growing food channel with over 1 million subscribers. He holds a B.Com (H) from SRCC and an MBA from IIM Calcutta. DCT initially worked at leading companies like Zomato, Oyo, and Bain. After a brief return to Zomato, he decided to leave corporate life to pursue his passion for food content creation. His channel experienced explosive growth during IPL 2023, gaining 110,000 subscribers in just one month. Today, DCT Eats is celebrated for its engaging and flavorful culinary content, attracting food lovers from around the globe.

Debabrata Sarkar

Vice President - APAC, AlgaEnergy

Mr. Debabrata Sarkar, an accomplished C-level executive, boasts over 26 years of experience in the International Agriculture sector. He is an IIM Kolkata alumnus, he has held leadership roles at Monsanto, Chemtura, and Syngenta. Currently, he serves as CMD of MicroAlgae Solutions India Pvt Ltd, Director of AGMA Energy, and Vice President - APAC for AE Biologicals. Featured in top publications like Forbes and Fortune, Mr. Sarkar won back-to-back Best Bio Ag CEO Awards in 2022 and 2023, presented by Central Agriculture Minister Mr. Narendra Singh Tomar, recognizing his contributions to sustainable agriculture.

Hasvi Muriki

Mountaineer

Hasvi, a passionate cyclist, runner, national skater, and badminton player, holds four world records in mountaineering, including climbing Mt. UT Kangri, Mt. Kang Yatse, and Mt. Dzo Jongo within 70 hours, as well as Island Peak and Mt. Elbrus (both East and West) within 24 hours. A TEDx speaker and Yale Young Global Scholar, she also founded an NGO advocating for the development of rural children and women.

Kraveenthar Kamal

Founder & Director, Maker Global

Kraveenthar Kamal is the Founder and Director of MAKER GLOBAL, an 8-year-old bootstrapped startup that has become one of India's rapidly growing companies in 3D printing technology. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the renowned Loyola College, Chennai, and completed an exchange program at ICAM University in Toulouse, France, where he first encountered 3D printing technology. Inspired by a vision to make this technology accessible to the masses in India, he began his entrepreneurial journey at just 21 years old. Through determination and perseverance, he has grown MAKER GLOBAL into Hyderabad’s leading 3D printing company. The company’s notable clients include Tata Aerospace, Boeing, the Indian Army, and Procter & Gamble. Additionally, MAKER GLOBAL is a key provider of high-tech, intricately detailed props for the art and costumes departments of Telugu cinema through 3D printing.

Krithivasan S

Vice President - HR, YourTribe

Krithivasan's impressive background highlights his extensive 17+ years of HR experience and leadership in team building and growth initiatives. His roles at Virtusa and Pickyourtrail demonstrate his global reach and strategic acumen in campus strategy and partnerships. As Vice President of HR at YourTribe, he effectively combines his expertise in talent acquisition and HR services with a passion for advising startups. His educational background with an Executive MBA from XLRI Jamshedpur further complements his professional experience. Additionally, his love for travel and commitment to advising academic institutions reflect a well-rounded individual dedicated to fostering innovation and a people-centric HR approach.

Lakshminarayana VV

Former CBI Joint Director

VV ( popularly known as) JD Lakshminarayana, a former Joint Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the current president of the Jai Bharat National Party (JBNP), is a prominent figure in Indian law enforcement and politics. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Rural Development. A retired Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from Andhra Pradesh, he has served in key positions, including as the Additional Director General of Police in Mumbai. Lakshminarayana gained recognition for leading high-profile investigations into major corruption cases in the fields of mining, infrastructure development, Corporate account fudging and disproportionate asset cases involving high level politicians. Beyond his law enforcement career, he is deeply committed to community service. He has donated blood 61 times, planted 15,000 saplings, and adopted several villages and schools, focusing on rural development through his Join for Development foundation.

Likhitha Yalamanchili

Miss India Andhra Pradesh 2022

Likhita Yalamanchili is Miss India Andhra Pradesh 2022 and has earned the prestigious titles of Times Miss Beauty with a Purpose and Moj Miss Rising Star. She is an MBBS graduate and a successful model who is now set to make her acting debut in the Telugu film industry with her upcoming movie, Euphoria, slated for release in early 2025.

Naveen Samala

Founder, The Guiding Voice

Mr. Naveen Samala is a remarkable individual whose journey is a powerful testament to perseverance and the relentless pursuit of dreams. Rising from a modest background, he has become a first-generation post-graduate, showcasing his ambition and dedication. Now a Global Portfolio Manager for Business Transformation, Naveen is also an Udemy instructor, author, career coach, CXO resume writer, guest faculty at BITS Pilani, and podcast visionary. His podcast, The Guiding Voice, ranked in the Global Top 2.5%, is the world’s only Quadrilingual podcast, inspiring millions. With expertise in leadership, productivity, and public speaking, his podcast recently won the Asia Podcast Award for Education, further amplifying his impact globally.

Nikhil Desai

Director of The Centre For Excellence

Nikhil Desai is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their true potential. Known for his energetic speaking style, he inspires and motivates participants to create lasting change in their lives and work environments. With over 33 years of experience, Nikhil has positively impacted more than a quarter-million participants across 42 countries, including India, the USA, Canada, Sweden, the UAE, and Singapore. His programs are designed to foster personal growth and organizational development. Nikhil has been featured in the media across multiple countries and has appeared on television and radio in India, the USA, the Philippines, South Africa, and Oman, making a global impact with his work.

Prof Dr S Bakhtiar Choudhary

Director, Hyderabad Spine Clinics

Prof. Major Dr. S. Bakhtiar Choudhary (Retd.) is a renowned war veteran and sports medicine specialist with over 40 years of experience, having served both the Indian Army and Apollo Hospitals for a decade each. He has been a visiting faculty member at top institutions, training IPS, IAS, and IRS officers, and advising MNCs and universities. A pioneer in occupational health, he identified and described conditions such as Straight Spine Syndrome and Urban Neck Syndrome. His groundbreaking research has saved thousands from undergoing spinal surgeries. Dr. Choudhary has made significant contributions to sports medicine, advising international athletes, and has been an active promoter of environmental conservation. Additionally, he is a martial artist, an award-winning researcher, an author, and a passionate advocate for ecological education.

Vanitha Datla

Vice Chairperson, Elico Ltd.

Vanitha Datla is a highly accomplished professional with nearly three decades of experience in diverse sectors, including financial services, insurance, cement, power, security printing, instrumentation, BPO services, and healthcare in the USA and India. She serves as the Vice Chairperson of Elico and the Managing Director of Elico Healthcare Services Ltd, a Hyderabad-based company. She is a Chartered Financial Analyst and is pursuing a doctoral program at ISB on the Role of Women in Family Businesses. A strong advocate for diversity and women's empowerment, Vanitha has worked to improve women's corporate representation through policy development and mentoring. She also serves as treasurer of Women in Network, mentoring children from urban slums to enhance their education and quality of life.