Neeti is a C-Suite Technology professional, having over 22 yrs experience in the Information Technology domain with a keen passion towards business partnering. She carries global experience in IT strategy, innovation, enterprise architecture and large platform implementations, driving operational excellence across B2B and B2C companies.

Neeti’s career spans across companies like GE Capital for 17 Years, followed by 3 years at Clix Capital (a fintech) as part of the founding team focussed on developing technology for digital lending. She then moved on to the Energy sector with Sterlite Power, a strong player in the power transmission domain. Here she is focussed on bringing the power of digital to an infrastructure company and reducing time and cost variations in asset construction and maintenance.

 Driven by her passion towards delivering business outcomes, she is also a promoter of the diversity agenda at the workplace and is working with associations like FICCI to promote women in the STEM domain.

Gaurav Duggal is a seasoned technology executive with nearly two decades of experience in driving security and IT initiatives across diverse sectors. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of IT and Security at Jio Platforms Limited, Gaurav combines visionary leadership with a deep commitment to innovative problem-solving. His expertise spans critical areas such as cybersecurity, generative AI, blockchain, and agile methodologies, enabling him to navigate complex technological landscapes and implement robust security frameworks.

Gaurav’s multidisciplinary skill set empowers him to address the intricacies of modern security threats, develop proactive strategies, and lead transformative initiatives that ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information. His forward-thinking approach positions him as a pivotal leader in the intersection of technology and security, driving innovation while maintaining a strong focus on risk management and compliance.

Gaurav is author of METAVERSE Simplified, and he also has 20+ patents with international coverage: An MIT alumni; he is currently pursuing a PhD from BITS, Pilani, to enhance his understanding of emerging security challenges and solutions in an increasingly digital world.

Mehjabeen is the Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) for Raychem RPG. In her current role, she is responsible for the overall IT and Digital strategy of the company, overseeing all aspects of Information Technology, Digital Transformation, and Information Security.

Prior to joining Raychem RPG, Mehjabeen was the CIO for Tata Capital Housing Finance Ltd., having worked with Tata Capital Financial Services, Muthoot Homefin, Fullerton India Credit Co. Ltd. and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. in the past. Academically, she is an MBA in systems from NMIMS Mumbai, and a MA in Economics. Apart from being a technology enthusiast, Mehjabeen likes to read, write and travel.

Sharath Srinivasamurthy is an associate vice president who heads the research group for IDC India. His research expertise cuts across the multiple facets of digital transformation (DX).

Sharath has around 20 years of experience in different leadership roles with leading IT services firms. Before IDC, he worked in different roles including solutioning, presales, project management, business analysis, and application support and development. Sharath has worked in various capacities in global markets, namely the United States, Asia, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

Sharath previously worked with DXC Technology as Asia Head-Solutioning for Application Services, Global Head-Solutioning and Business Unit head in the application services business of Xchanging and led application support and development services for Zensar Technologies. He also worked with Hewlett-Packard and Cognizant

He is a distinguished leader and a frequent keynote speaker. Sharath’s views on technology have been quoted in numerous publications such as CNBC, Forbes India, The Economic Times, and CIO.com.

Sharath holds a Global MBA from SP Jain, Singapore and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from VTU, Karnataka.