Screening of a Commemorative Film on CII-Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership

Welcome Address by Summit Chair:

Mr. R Mukundan
President Designate, CII
Chairman, CII Leadership Summit and
Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Limited

Leadership Address by:

Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia
Chairman, CII-Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership and
Chairman, Ambuja Neotia Group

Release of Coffee Table Book on “The Leadership Reset”

Special Presentation by Summit Co-Chair:

Dr. Janmejaya Sinha
Co-Chairman, CII Economic Affairs Council Chairman, India, Boston Consulting Group

Expert Keynote Address:

Dr. Amit Joshi
Professor of AI, Analytics, Marketing Strategy IMD Business School, Switzerland

As global tensions reshape trade routes, regulations, and market dynamics, leaders must operate with sharper foresight and greater adaptability. The need to read weak signals, recalibrate swiftly, and lead through ambiguity is more urgent than ever. This session will delve into how senior leaders navigate geopolitical volatility - turning risk into resilience and uncertainty into strategic advantage. Participants will understand models for agility in decision-making and learn how to future- proof global operations in a rapidly shifting landscape.

Moderated by:

Dr. Janmejaya Sinha
Co-Chairman, CII Economic Affairs Council Chairman, India, Boston Consulting Group

Keynote Address:

Mr. Shekhar Gupta
Founder and Editor-in-Chief, ThePrint

Speakers:

Mr. Kulin Lalbhai
Vice Chairman, Arvind Limited

Mr. Jayant Acharya
Jt. Managing Director & CEO, JSW Steel

Mrs. Anjali Singh
Chairperson, CII Northern Region and Executive Chairperson, Anand Group

Transformational leadership requires far more than setting bold goals - it demands clarity of vision, alignment across functions, and the discipline to sustain momentum over time. It also calls for the courage to challenge status quo, inspire collective ownership, and embed change deep into the organization’s DNA. This session will examine how successful leaders architect and execute large-scale change, particularly when navigating entrenched structures, cultural inertia, and external disruption. Participants will gain insights into steering transformation with precision and purpose - balancing speed with sustainability and vision with operational rigor.

Moderated by:

Dr (Ms). Suchitra Ella
Vice President - CII and Co-founder and Managing Director, Bharat Biotech

Speakers:

Mr. R Mukundan
President Designate, CII, Chairman, CII Leadership Summit and Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Limited

Mr. Sanjiv Mehta
Executive Chairman – India, L Catterton

Mr. Navneet Munot
Managing Director & CEO, HDFC Mutual Fund

Mr. P Venkatesalu
Managing Director, Trent Limited

Mr. Shankar Prasad
Founder, Plum Goodness

Indian companies are no longer content with being local champions - they are aiming to stand tall on the global stage. With a rich legacy of entrepreneurship, innovation, and cultural depth, India has the potential to shape brands that resonate worldwide. Yet, creating a truly global brand requires more than just quality products; it calls for vision, consistency, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences across geographies. The session will explore the journeys of Indian brands that have successfully expanded beyond borders, the challenges they faced, and the strategies that helped them scale globally. Leaders will discuss how Indian enterprises can leverage heritage, innovation, and adaptability to create enduring global brands while staying rooted in Indian values.

Moderated by:

Mr. Mangalam Maloo
Deputy Editor & Anchor, CNBCTV18

Speakers:

Mr. Ambi Parameswaran
Brand Coach, Brand Strategist and Founder, Brand-Building.com

Mr. Rudra Chatterjee
Managing Director, Luxmi Tea

With AI, automation, and digital convergence redefining business as usual, leaders must now take an active role in shaping their organization’s technology narrative. It’s not just about adoption - it’s about integration, governance, and value creation. This session will focus on how leaders can embed technology into core strategy, manage the risks of digital acceleration, and build adaptable, innovative-driven enterprises. Participants will leave with frameworks to scale digital maturity and drive sustained competitive advantage.

Moderation by and Keynote Address:

Mr. Pramod Bhasin
Chairman of the CII Services Council, Operating Partner, Founder Genpact and Chairman, ICRIER

Context Setting Presentation:

Dr. Amit Joshi
Professor of AI, Analytics, Marketing Strategy IMD Business School, Switzerland

Keynote Address by:

Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan
Past President, CII; Chairman, Axilor Ventures & Co-Founder, Infosys

Mr. Ashish Chauhan
Managing Director and CEO, National Stock Exchange

Book Launch - The AI-Centered Enterprise: Reshaping Organizations with Context Aware AI

Fireside Chat

Dr. Amit Joshi
Professor of AI, Analytics, Marketing Strategy, IMD Business School

Mr. Gopi Koteeswaran
Co-founder, Dzruptiv AI

Mr. Rajat Bhargava
CEO-Speciality Sector & Head-Group Transformation at RPG Group

Attracting and retaining high-quality talent remains one of the biggest hurdles for family businesses today. While they offer stability, legacy, and strong values, family enterprises often face perceptions of limited growth, lack of professional governance, or family favouritism. At the same time, next-generation leaders and professionals expect transparency, merit- based growth, and global exposure. Balancing these dynamics is key to ensuring family businesses not only survive but thrive in a competitive talent market. The session will explore strategies to strengthen the employer brand of family businesses, create transparent and merit- driven cultures, and design compelling career paths for both family and non-family professionals. It will also address governance models that build trust, reward frameworks that retain top talent, and practices that blend tradition with modernity.

Moderated by:

Dr. Janmejaya Sinha
Co-Chairman, CII Economic Affairs Council Chairman, India, Boston Consulting Group

Speakers:

Mr. Shashwat Goenka
Vice Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group

Mr. Shashwat Goenka
Vice Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group

Mr Kulin Lalbhai
Vice Chairman, Arvind Limited

Mr. Ravi Shroff
Managing Director, Excel Industries

Boardroom Insights:

“Structural shifts shaping India’s growth and Investment landscape”

Mr. Neelkanth Mishra
Chief Economist, Axis Bank

“The Great Reset: Consumers, Mega Trends and the New Leadership Playbook”

Mr. Sudhanshu Vats
Managing Director, Pidilite Industries

Moderated by:

Mr. R Mukundan
President Designate, CII; Chairman, CII Leadership Summit and Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Limited