Nasscom FutureWork Meet: Full Schedule

8:15am IST

Registration

Friday July 5, 2024 8:15am - 9:15am IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Friday July 5, 2024 8:15am - 9:15am IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

9:20am IST

Nasscom Perspective

Friday July 5, 2024 9:20am - 9:30am IST

Speakers

Rajesh Nambiar

Chairman & MD, Cognizant India, Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt Ltd

With over three decades of experience in enterprise technologies and delivery, Rajesh has worked with some of the largest IT services providers in the world in driving digital transformations and building thriving businesses.He is currently the Chairman and Managing Director of Cognizant... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 9:20am - 9:30am IST

9:30am IST

5 Trends and Priorities that will Impact the Future of Work

Friday July 5, 2024 9:30am - 9:55am IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

A deep dive into the priorities for C-Suites and HR and benchmark your function against your peers. We’ll discover the details of the five top initiatives that leaders are prioritizing in 2024 and beyond. What’s driving these priorities and why action is so imperative for leaders and recommended next steps for each priority.

Speakers

Anu Madgavkar

Partner, McKinsey and Company

Anu Madgavkar is a partner at the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI), the global business and economics research arm of McKinsey & Company. She has worked for over two decades with McKinsey in Asia and the United States, building deep insights on global labor markets, growth and inequality... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 9:30am - 9:55am IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Trend Spotting

9:55am IST

When Geopolitics Rises, Innovation and Talent Mobility Takes a Hit

Friday July 5, 2024 9:55am - 10:20am IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

When Geopolitics Rises, Innovation and Talent Mobility Takes a Hit
• Repercussions of geopolitical shifts on talent flow
• Potential hurdles to talent mobility and vulnerabilities to labour market
• Impact on indigenous innovation and growth
• Rising protectionism on India's talent and business landscape
• Adaptive strategies to navigate the evolving market dynamics and future-proofing India's talent ecosystem

Speakers

Pramit Pal Chaudhuri

South Asia Head, Eurasia Group

South Asia practice head, Eurasia Group; fellow, Ananta Aspen Centre; advisor, Shakti Foundation and Council for Energy Environment Water; editor of Quadplus magazine for USISPF. Previously foreign editor, Hindustan Times, for 20 years and member, National Security Advisory Board... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 9:55am - 10:20am IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Opening Keynote

10:20am IST

Navigating the Future of Work: Strategies for an Intelligent, Sustainable Workforce

Friday July 5, 2024 10:20am - 10:45am IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Focusing on the significance of creating intelligent, sustainable workforce strategies, organizations can thrive in an increasingly dynamic and technology-driven business environment.

Speakers

Balaji Nuthlapadi

Managing Director & Head – India Citi Solutions Centres, Citi

Balaji started his career with Citi in 1997 in Chennai and has since worked in several assignments across markets in APAC and EMEA. He has worked in various roles in wealth management in Asia, India & the UK for over 13 years. He became the Head of Core Operations for Citibank India’s... Read More →

Satya Chakravarthy

Founding Advisor, AgniKul and CEO, TheEplaneCompany, AgniKul & ePlane Company

Rajesh Nambiar

Chairman & MD, Cognizant India, Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt Ltd

Friday July 5, 2024 10:20am - 10:45am IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Fireside Chat, Subtype 2

10:45am IST

All Hands on Deck: Leaders Navigating the Future of Work Together

Friday July 5, 2024 10:45am - 11:15am IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

How are leaders making the balance between their mission-critical priorities, talent retention, and overall workforce empowerment? Leaders from various sectors and organizations are converging to collaboratively shape the future of work, uniting across diverse roles and perspectives. Together, they are fostering an inclusive environment where different minds and designations converge to innovate and address the evolving landscape of work. This discussion will highlight the collective effort that underscores a shared commitment to adaptability, creativity, and resilience in navigating the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Speakers

Sangeeta Gupta

Senior VP & Chief Strategy Officer, nasscom

Geetha Ramamoorthi

MD, KBR

Ramkumar Narayanan

Executive VP Technology & Services, FIS India & Philippines

Friday July 5, 2024 10:45am - 11:15am IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

CXO Talk

11:15am IST

Networking Break

Friday July 5, 2024 11:15am - 11:30am IST

11:45am IST

The Tactical People Leader: Elevate Talent, Ignite Innovation

Friday July 5, 2024 11:45am - 12:10pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

This conversation will delve into the various approaches leaders can take to strengthen talent management and nurture an innovation culture. We will learn about tried and tested practices for holistic talent development, upskilling for the future, and advanced people management, with an added focus on the roles of analytics, automation, and AI in HR processes.

Speakers

Sangeeta Gupta

Senior VP & Chief Strategy Officer, nasscom

Gopakumar Subramonian

Senior Vice President, Global Services, Fiserv

Gopakumar has 25 years of knowledge and experience span various domains, including banking, payments, risk management, and digital transformation.He possesses a deep understanding of emerging technologies and their potential impact on the financial services landscape. Gopakumar leverages... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 11:45am - 12:10pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Fireside Chat

12:10pm IST

Space Matters: Designing the Best of Productive Workspaces

Friday July 5, 2024 12:10pm - 12:30pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Join us for a discussion on crafting physical work environments optimized for the future of work, where creativity, collaboration, and well-being converge to inspire productivity and innovation in the modern workplace.

Speakers

Bhaskar Kumar Verma

Director – Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, nasscom

Thulci Aluwihare

Deputy Managing Director, CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd

Thulci Aluwihare is a reputed business strategist and financial advisor with international experience in corporate wealth creation through investment, divestiture, capital raising, and restructuring with over 20 years of work experience in London, Melbourne, and Colombo.Thulci is... Read More →

Shantanu Chakraborty

Chief Operating Officer, Brookfield Properties

Shantanu is the Chief Operating Officer of Brookfield Properties in India. He is a visionary real estate leaderwith over 20 years of experience, spearheading the company's office development and managementplatform. His decade-long tenure has seen him play a crucial role in diverse... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 12:10pm - 12:30pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In Conversation

12:30pm IST

Talent is Abundant in India: Are We Developing Them?

Friday July 5, 2024 12:30pm - 1:00pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Addressing brain drain and transforming it into brain gain is crucial for India's talent ecosystem. Bridging the skills gap and ensuring employability are imperative to match the evolving job market demands. Embracing innovative education approaches and fostering entrepreneurship can unlock India's full potential. Government policies must align with global competitiveness goals to drive sustainable talent development and economic growth.

Speakers

Priya Mathilakath Pillai

Head People Function - Corporate, Retail and Manufacturing, Titan Company Limited

Priya M Pillai is the Head HR – Corporate, Retail & ISCM for Titan Company Limited. She has over 25 years of varied experience with many global brands and has been a part of various Corporate roles from scaling FMCG businesses to creating brands to now crafting human capital strategy... Read More →

Guddeti Bharath Reddy

Senior Vice President, Flipkart Internet Pvt. Ltd.

Bharath Reddy serves as the senior vice president IT, Security and Onetech Operations for Flipkart Group. He is also holding an additional interim portfolio of Head of Infra for FK. His responsibilities encompass IT for Corp, CX n Supply chain facilities and workforce for across the... Read More →

Ramesh Alluri Reddy

Chief Executive Officer, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship

Ramesh Alluri Reddy is the Chief Executive Officer at TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship. With over 25 years of experience spearheading and developing large-scale technology-driven service businesses, he is renowned as an esteemed orator, writer, and results-driven business luminary... Read More →

Hema Mani

Regional Director- HR, Lennox India Technology Centre

Hema Mani has over 26 years of experience in Strategic Human Resources Capacity , with wide ranging Multinational experiences from Kelly Consultants, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Jain Group of Institutions, i2 Technologies and Honeywell .She is a Leadership Coach certified under Korn Ferry... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 12:30pm - 1:00pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In Conversation

1:00pm IST

Networking Lunch

Friday July 5, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Friday July 5, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

2:00pm IST

Stuck in the Middle: Time to Mobilize the “Frozen” Management

Friday July 5, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

We will delve into the critical role of organizational culture in fostering adaptability and innovation. Discuss strategies to empower mid-level managers, who often face the challenge of implementing top-down directives while also understanding the needs and concerns of frontline employees. Furthermore, explore the importance of leadership development programs tailored to middle management, emphasizing the cultivation of soft skills such as emotional intelligence and change management. Highlight the significance of fostering a culture of trust and open communication, enabling middle managers to navigate complex organizational dynamics with agility and resilience. Ultimately, the insights can inspire a paradigm shift, encouraging organizations to unlock the full potential of their "frozen" middle management layer as a catalyst for organizational transformation and growth.

Friday July 5, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Masterclass

2:05pm IST

Redefining Employee Experience Beyond Perks and Policies

Friday July 5, 2024 2:05pm - 2:25pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

This chat explores the essence of employee experience, moving beyond surface-level perks to uncover its deeper dimensions. From fostering genuine connections to embracing authenticity and empathy, we delve into the pivotal factors shaping employee satisfaction and well-being. Through open dialogue, we advocate for cultivating environments that empower individuals to thrive and contribute meaningfully.

Speakers

Sameer Raje

General Manager & Head of Business - India & SAARC, Zoom Video Communications

Sameer is General Manager and Head Of Business - India & SAARC , -responsible for Leading Strategic Initiatives, GTM,Operations, Sales, Implementation, Support and General Management functions for Zoom in the country.Associated with the world of collaboration since its inception in... Read More →

Gautam Duggal

Director, People and Capability, Mastercard Inc

Gautam is currently serving as Director, People & Capability at Mastercard, he is responsible for driving performance management, career development, talent assessment, high potential programs, learning and development across leadership development, management and professional development... Read More →

Soumitra Das

Global Chief Human Resources Officer, Redington Limited

Soumitra Das is a senior global HR leader with extensive experience of leading and driving strategic and innovative HR solutions in diverse organizations across Manufacturing, Engineering, Automobile, IT, Professional Services, Healthcare and distribution domains. With his vast experience... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 2:05pm - 2:25pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In Conversation

2:25pm IST

Engineer Your Dream Team: Hire, Skill, and Retain

Friday July 5, 2024 2:25pm - 2:45pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Speakers

Holly Kriendler

Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Oceaneering International, Inc. (NYSE:OII), Houston, Texas, USA

Holly Kriendler serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at OceaneeringInternational, a global technology company delivering engineered services and productsand robotic solutions to the offshore energy, defense, aerospace, manufacturing, andentertainment industries.Ms. Kriendler... Read More →

Sangeeta Gupta

Senior VP & Chief Strategy Officer, nasscom

Friday July 5, 2024 2:25pm - 2:45pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Fireside Chat

2:45pm IST

Skills vs Degrees – Will Higher Education Matter?

Friday July 5, 2024 2:45pm - 3:05pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and evolving job requirements, the panel will delve into whether traditional higher education degrees still hold the same weight they once did. It will examine the increasing demand for practical skills and certifications in various industries, questioning whether these alternatives are becoming more relevant than conventional degrees. Additionally, the discussion will explore the potential impact of this shift on both individual career trajectories and broader societal perspectives on education and professional development.

Speakers

Amod Vijayvargiya

Director, Amity Global Business School, Bangalore

Amod Vijayvargiya is a recognized academic and corporate leader, highly regarded in the world of management consulting, technology and the new evolving fields of AI, Digital, and Future of Work. He has played various business leadership roles at organizations like Capgemini, Ernst... Read More →

Jairam Varadaraj

Managing Director, ELGi Equipments Ltd

Jairam (Jay) is the Managing Director of Elgi Equipments Ltd, a globally present manufacturer of air compressors, based in Coimbatore, India. ELGi is a $400 Million enterprise with 2000 employees with half of its revenues from outside India. ; He believes that the purpose of an enterprise... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 2:45pm - 3:05pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In Conversation

3:00pm IST

Networking Break

Friday July 5, 2024 3:00pm - 3:20pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Friday July 5, 2024 3:00pm - 3:20pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

3:30pm IST

Talent Alchemy: Unveiling How Organizations and Academia Forge Future Skills

Friday July 5, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Discover how innovative collaborations between organizations and academia are reshaping the talent landscape, from tailored curriculum design and immersive bootcamps to cutting-edge research initiatives. Explore success stories, challenges, and future directions in this dynamic partnership driving the evolution of tomorrow's workforce.

Speakers

Kirti Seth

CEO, SSC nasscom, nasscom

Kirti Seth has rich experience in entrepreneurship, management and driving change. She is the CEO of the IT-ITES Sector Skills Council at nasscom. SSC nasscom has the honour of building and implementing FutureSkills Prime, India’s Technology Skilling Hub, in partnership with Government... Read More →

Ashok Balasubramanian

CEO, Open Weaver Inc

Ashok Balasubramanian is co-founder and CEO of Open Weaver and focuses on leveraging emerging technologies to further Digital Transformation. He is passionate about the countless possibilities of technology enriching people's lives and businesses. He is a member of the Forbes Technology... Read More →

Shambhavi Srivastava

Co-founder & CEO, Intect

Doing precise communication with an individual or group of people at an apt point in time is what I am a master of and sweat every day to make it finer. I adore taking lessons from the adventurous experience of my personal life to my professional life.To what limited experience I... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

In Conversation

4:00pm IST

The Great Retirement Dilemma – When Should We Hit the Brake?

Friday July 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:20pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Growing inflation, uneven economic conditions and shifting global landscape is rendering people to work longer in their lives and retiring later than the usual age. Where does India stand in this situation? How long should India’s workforce continue working? And moreover, how should organizations equip their retirement and overall employee lifecycle management strategies to facilitate this shift? This conversation will highlight workforce lifecycle in a more nuanced manner to prepare for the future.

Speakers

Shubhada Rao

Founder/Economist, QuantEco Research

Dr. Shubhada M. Rao is the Founder of QuantEco Research, an independent economic advisory firm. She brings with her over 34 years of experience in academia and industry. She currently holds Board positions in three Indian companies as an independent director. A gold medallist and... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:20pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Keynote

4:20pm IST

From Dorm Room to Boardroom: Dreaming Big, Building Bigger

Friday July 5, 2024 4:20pm - 4:40pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Young entrepreneurs will discuss the challenges and opportunities of starting a venture from humble beginnings, leveraging technology, innovation and ideas to scale businesses, and evolving into entities that effectively understand the future of work. Through their experiences, they'll inspire others to dream big, embrace risk, and turn their entrepreneurial visions into reality.

Speakers

Kalpana Sudharsan

Vice President - Quality Assurance, Zuci Systems Private Limited

An industry leader boasting over 25 years of experience in the IT sector across various disciplines. Solution oriented Process strategist, evangelist and assertive leader. Possesses a diverse profile encompassing programming, IT retail, corporate training, and IT process quality assurance... Read More →

Dinesh Arjun

CEO & Co-Founder, Raptee Energy Private Limited

Dinesh Arjun, the CEO of Raptee, is a visionary leader with an insatiable curiosity and an unwavering commitment to innovation. His academic journey began at Madras Institute of Technology, a renowned institution known for producing top-tier engineers. Here, he laid the groundwork... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 4:20pm - 4:40pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

4:40pm IST

Never Grow Up!

Friday July 5, 2024 4:40pm - 5:00pm IST

Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Leading a business mostly requires a long string of serious tasks and heavy responsibilities. But every business must also keep its human essence intact to grow. And for that, you must keep a part of the juvenile in you alive – one that from time to time saves you from the constant reminder of heavy official duties and reminds you why are you doing it in the first place. This conversation will remind us exactly that – to not always grow up!

Speakers

Vishal Gondal

Founder & CEO, GOQii

Vishal Gondal, celebrated not only as the trailblazer of the Indian gaming industry but also as a stalwart in the realm of Web3 and cutting-edge digital innovation, has made his mark across multiple domains. With strategic foresight, he founded India Games, a venture that captured... Read More →

Friday July 5, 2024 4:40pm - 5:00pm IST
Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai

Keynote