Speakers
Here is the lineup of speakers for the 2024 edition
Namita Tiwari
Namita Tiwari, a seasoned marketing leader with 21 years of global experience, recently joined the Forbes Communication Council. As the former Marketing Director at Wipro FullStride Cloud, she played a key role in driving growth. A TEDx Speaker and advocate for marketing, change, and women empowerment, Namita shares insights on LinkedIn and Instagram. With leadership roles at Wipro, Accenture, and HCL Tech, she established successful digital and content marketing teams targeting North America and Europe. Namita, an alumna of Symbiosis International University, completed the "Accelerated Marketing Leadership Program" at Kellogg School of Management in 2021
Shradhanjali Samantaray
Sradhanjali Samantaray, a former captain of the Indian Senior National Women's Team and current Assistant Coach of the U-19 team, is a distinguished figure in Indian women's football. With a career marked by numerous scoring achievements, accolades in both playing and coaching roles, and an AFC 'B' Coaching Certificate, Sradhanjali is committed to advancing the sport. Her leadership and continuous education in coaching techniques have led her teams to championship victories and significant tournament qualifications. Sradhanjali is dedicated to elevating Indian women's football to greater success.
Mrinal Chakraborty
Mrinal Chakraborty, a distinguished mental toughness trainer, is a Master Trainer of NLP and Hypnotherapy under Richard Bandler in the USA. With a Master's in Human Resource Management from ARU, U.K., he holds CIPD accreditation. He's the first Indian to receive the 10th Trimo International Award from Slovenia. As a member of the American Psychology Association, he has been a keynote speaker for Microsoft, India. Mrinal's diverse achievements include contributions to the Junior India Men's Hockey Team, participation in Commonwealth Games 2014 and Asian Games 2014, and representing India in table tennis and archery at international competitions, including the Olympics.
Anmol Ankita
Anmol Ankita, a resident of Kalahandi district in Odisha, is a student who has actively participated in the literary field for many years. Her journey began with debates, extemporaneous speaking, and panel discussions, and has blossomed into representing her district and state at various regional and national competitions. Anmol's dedication has been rewarded with numerous accolades, including first place in all Odisha inter-university competitions, where she received the trophy directly from the Chancellor.
Her most recent achievement, however, truly shone a spotlight on her talents. Anmol delivered a powerful parliamentary speech on Shastriji in the Sansad Bhavan, competing against representatives from 28 other states. She secured a coveted position as a speaker on behalf of her home state, Odisha, an accomplishment that has garnered her immense appreciation and respect.
Beyond academics, Anmol is an active member of the NSS and NYKS, organizations dedicated to community service. Her passion lies in helping others and empowering them to pursue their dreams through encouragement and support.
Ankur Chaturvedi
Ankur Chaturvedi is an ESG expert with 25+ years in operations and SCM, currently AVP at Emami Ltd. With an MBA from ICFAI and an MDP from IIM Ahmedabad, he's also certified in ESG and Sustainability, and trained in TBEM and IMEA. He excels in leading diverse teams, innovating business strategies, stakeholder negotiation, and resource optimization, with a strong focus on sustainability and excellence. A former soldier and National Defence Academy alumnus, he embodies resilience and adaptability, speaks six languages, and has shared his insights as a TEDx speaker and author on leadership and sustainability. He holds honorary roles in industry and government, mentoring the next generation.
Dr. Surakshith Battina
Dr. Surakshith Battina, M.D., is the founder of Indigo Women's Center. He made history by performing the world's first documented "Laparoscopic management of uterine rupture." In 2019, he received the prestigious ICON Award for his outstanding contributions. Dr. Battina is a FICRS Scholar with a fellowship in MIS from the USA, and he further honed his skills with fellowships in Reproductive Medicine in the UK and Cosmetic Gynecology in both the UK and India. His excellence has been recognized with the IAGE Young Skill & Excellence Star Award. Remarkably, he was offered the opportunity to showcase one of his surgeries in the Good Doctor Season 6.
Devan Bhalla
Devan Bhalla, a trailblazing marketer known for elevating brands through innovative strategies in media, e-commerce, and ed-tech. At the upcoming TEDx event, he'll share insights from his dynamic journey, highlighting his expertise in brand management, digital marketing, and product development. Devan has made significant impacts in B2B and B2C sectors, leveraging consumer psychology and digital tools to achieve success in diverse markets, including partnerships with Fortune India and notable growth in Asian and African regions. Beyond marketing, Devan enjoys air pistol shooting, painting, and leading a healthy lifestyle. Don't miss his inspiring talk at TEDx, where he'll explore the future of integrated marketing and inspire both industry veterans and newcomers.
Nikhil Chandwani
Nikhil Chandwani stands at the helm of NYK Daily, delivering global news 24/7 with a dedicated team. He gained wealth and recognition through his Ed-tech initiative, The Walnut School of Ideas, between 2013-2016. As an acclaimed author, Nikhil has penned 14 books and earned accolades like the ‘Times Writer of the Year 2022,’ reflecting his storytelling prowess. His entrepreneurial spirit is matched by his engagement with influential brands and a substantial Instagram following, where he showcases innovative long-form content to 1.5 million followers.
His commitment extends beyond the digital realm; Nikhil has represented the online community at cultural events and been recognized by the Indian Government for his promising talent. Beyond business, he imparts knowledge as a corporate trainer, dreams of launching a bio pellet factory, and supports emerging writers through his Writers’ Rescue Center. His humanitarian efforts include facilitating the safe migration of over 50 Hindus from Pakistan to India, supporting their legal and travel needs for the last four years.
Cmdr. Ranjan Bhattacharya
Commander Ranjan Bhattacharya grew up in Odisha. He did his primary schooling from ARC Higher Secondary School, Charbatia and then moved to Sainik School Bhubaneswar for his subsequent education. Thereafter, he joined the National Defence Academy at Khadakwasla, Pune for his graduation
Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1994, he joined the submariner arm, he is a weapons specialist and has served on numerous ships and submarines. After his last stint at the Naval Headquarters, he decided to swallow "the anchor" in 2016. His interests include traveling, sports, reading and Contract Bridge.