Rod McGeoch has had and continues to enjoy a remarkable career at the forefront of business, sports administration and the legal profession. He unites exemplary senior level management experience with an unparalleled commitment to achievement. Perhaps best known as the leader of Sydney’s successful Olympics 2000 bid, he is Chairman or Director of a wide range of major corporations and past Chairman of Corrs Chambers Westgarth, one of Australia’s largest law firms.

He was described in an ABN AMRO report as one of Australasia’s most influential Directors. His appointments include Chairman of Chubb Insurance Australia Limited, and Vantage Private Equity Growth Limited. He is a Consultant of the Group Board of Corporation America and a Director of Corporacion America International S.a.r.l, and Corporacion America Airports S.A.

He is Chairman of Australasian Media Co, a member of the Board of Destination NSW. He Chairman of SureVision and APP Corporation Pty Ltd. He completed lengthy terms as a Director of Ramsay Health Care Limited, Chairman of Skycity Entertainment Group Ltd and Mediaworks Ltd two major New Zealand companies and continues that connection as Honorary Chairman of the Trans-Tasman Business Circle and immediate Past Chairman of the Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum.

He is a Trustee and Deputy Chairman of the Sydney Cricket Ground & Sports Ground Trust. He is a past President of the Law Society of NSW and a Member of the Order of Australia, awarded in recognition of his invaluable services to the legal profession. On 26 January 2013 Mr McGeoch became an Officer of the Order of Australia in recognition of his “distinguished service to the community through contributions to a range of organisations and to sport.” In 2014 Mr McGeoch was appointed Honorary Consul of Luxembourg in Australia. He completed his term of office in April 2021.

Ms. Dimple Merchant is an Advocate and Solicitor at the Bombay High Court and a Partner at I. V. Merchant & Co., Mumbai. She brings over fifteen years of professional experience across both litigation and non-litigation matters.

She specialises in strategising complex legal solutions and advising on high-stakes transactions that demand an in-depth understanding of intricate legal frameworks. Her practice is marked by a strong ability to navigate multifaceted legal challenges with precision and clarity.

Her contributions to the legal profession have earned her several accolades, including the Excellence in Business Award (2017) and recognition from Stree Astitva for her efforts in empowering women. She also heads the socio-ethical division of WILL Sunrise, an organisation dedicated to the upliftment of lawyers at both local and global levels.

In addition, she serves as a Committee Member of the ANZ Chamber – Western India Region, where she actively contributes to cross-border business and professional engagement.

Anuj Sharedalal is a Partner at C. R. Sharedalal & Co., Chartered Accountants (CRS), India, a firm established in 1953. Prior to joining CRS, I worked with two Big 4 firms for over four years in diverse professional roles.

During my Chartered Accountancy training, I was associated with Deloitte Touché Tohmatsu’s Financial Advisory arm in Ahmedabad. My post-qualification experience includes professional assignments in Mumbai with ICICI Bank Limited and BSR & Co. (a KPMG entity).

My areas of expertise include Audit, Transaction Advisory, Indirect Tax and Foreign Trade Policy Advisory, as well as Global Tax and Accounts Outsourcing. I have authored articles published in the Chartered Accountants’ Association, Ahmedabad monthly journal and have been a speaker at conferences and study circles on topics such as Intellectual Property as a Business Asset, Taxation, Foreign Exchange Laws, Double Tax Avoidance Agreements, and related subjects.

At CRS, we believe in working closely with our clients not merely as an advisory Chartered Accountant firm, but as an extended arm of their business. Our focus is on delivering the right insights and strategic support to help clients sustain and grow their businesses successfully.

Dr Ashwin Johar is a prominent Indian businessman and public figure. He is the Chairman of the Sigma Group of Companies, Real Assets Resources Ltd, Amenda Ventures, and Bioryca Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

He is a Central Committee Member, Foreign Affairs Department, BJP, and Chairman of the Centre for Development of Regional Economies.

He is the Ex-Chairman, Foreign Investment & NRI Department, Government of Haryana.

Promoter of "Dynamic Group" Pioneers Offshore Drilling for Oil & Gas (shaping India's private
sector capabilities in the ultra high tech sector), MINING, SOLAR IPP

Former Executive Committee Member ( 1st Asian elected ) International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC), Houston, USA (re-elected multiple times)

Head of India Global, KPMG in India Senior Partner, Risk Consulting.

Neeraj Bansal is the Head of India Global at KPMG in India and a senior partner with close to three decades of experience in risk consulting. He leads cross-border strategic initiatives and supports global growth under the India Global banner.

He has deep expertise in supply chain transformation and has led major engagements across FMCG, pharmaceutical, EPC, and other sectors. Over his career, he has advised more than 500 clients across 15+ countries and maintains strong ties with KPMG member firms across ASPAC.

His advisory work spans international trade, regulatory frameworks, and global sourcing strategies. Neeraj has contributed to multiple government and industry forums, including FICCI, CII, and the Central Government Task Force.

A prolific thought leader, he has authored over 80 articles and 50+ reports and is a frequent speaker at global conferences. He has received numerous industry awards, including recognition in supply chain and real estate.

In 2024, he received the Exemplary Business Leadership Award at the Indo-UK Global Business Conclave, held at the House of Commons.

B Indrasen Reddy has about 30 years of experience as an Entrepreneur and Investor. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Information Systems from NSU, Florida, USA, and B.Sc. in Computer Science, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India.

With prior entrepreneurial experience, he ventured on his own for a few years before starting a Solar EPC company in 2013, expanded into Contract Manufacturing of Solar Structures and Distribution of Solar Panels and Inverters along with Solar OPEX projects.

Indrasen is also a managing director of Energy Homes Private Limited through which several real estate development projects and investment in similar ventures are being planned/executed.

Technology has changed the way we live for the better. Through technology, Indrasen believes that we can eliminate social constraints in the society.

Hemant is the Founder and Chairman of MindCraft. He is a veteran with over three decades of experience in the Information Technology Industry. His expertise lies in developing strategies to help clients harness the power of Information Technology. His technical and domain expertise combined with his management skills has enabled him to steer MindCraft ahead in the IT consulting and services space. Under his leadership, MindCraft has enjoyed stable growth. 

Over the years, Hemant has worked across various technologies and platforms. He has spent 11 years in the US, where he has worked with companies like Capgemini America, AT&T Bell Labs, AT&T Capital and AC Nielsen. 

Hemant has an MSEE degree with a specialization in Communications from New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications from SDMCET, Dharwad, India. 

He is a member of the Insurance Committee of Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI). Hemant serves on the Board of E4 Development & Coaching Ltd. 

Mr. Rajkumar Goel, the Managing Director of SLR Metaliks Ltd, has been at the helm since the company's inception in 2007 and its successful commissioning in 2013. With a wealth of experience in the steel manufacturing sector, he has played a pivotal role in steering the company through various stages of growth, innovation, and sustainability.

Under his visionary leadership, SLR Metaliks has emerged as a key playerin the alloy steel industry. One of his most notable achievements has beenthe establishment of a fully integrated alloy steel plant, complemented by a progressive shift towards renewable energy sources. The company now operates solar, wind, and hydro energy plants that not only reduce its environmental footprint but also ensure long-term operational efficiency and energy security. These initiatives reflect Mr. Goel’s commitment to building a future-ready, responsible industrial enterprise.

However, Mr. Goel’s approach to leadership goes far beyond technical expertise. He is a firm believer in the power of Indian ethos and wisdom, particularly drawing inspiration from Lord Ram and the Ramayan as guiding principles for modern-day management. According to him, Ramayan is not just a spiritual text but a timeless management manual—teaching discipline, team alignment, ethical eadership, purpose-driven action, and crisis navigation. He believes that the character of Lord Ram embodies the ideal manager, who leads with compassion, strategy, and unwavering focus, inspiring others to rise above routine tasks with clarity and purpose.

He encourages contemporary managers and industry leaders to adopt thevalues of dharma (duty), sankalp (resolve), and maryada (discipline) in their daily routines—turning ordinary tasks into purposeful actions. His vision is to integrate these teachings into corporate life tocreate leaders who are not only efficient but also value-driven, resilient, and deeply rooted in cultural intelligence.

Embracing the adage "Every cloud has a silver lining", Mr. Goel hassled with a calm resolve even in the most turbulent times. His journey is marked by an enduring focus on resilience, sustainability, and cultural grounding—making him not only an industrialist but also a thought leader redefining management through the lens of Bharatiya wisdom.

Mr. Yogesh Mehta, Chairman of Vyankatesh Group of Companies, is a dynamic and visionary industrialist with diverse ventures in the extraction of critical minerals and metals, including lithium, cobalt, lead, rare earth elements, and antimony. His companies are pioneers in the recycling and processing of spent materials, and in manufacturing of advanced alloys like Extra Low, Low, Medium, and High Carbon Ferro Alloys, including Ferro Manganese, Ferro Chrome, Ferro Titanium, and Ferro Molybdenum.

Under his strategic leadership, Vyankatesh Group has emerged as a multifaceted enterprise with global recognition—delivering high-quality products and services across domestic and international markets. In addition to metals and minerals, Mr. Mehta is at the forefront of industrial park development, creating specialized infrastructure to support sustainable industrial ecosystems. A respected voice in policy, industry, and innovation, Mr. Mehta is actively engaged in shaping India's future in clean energy, electronics, defence, and strategic mineral independence.

He serves as
1. National Secretary of the Bharat Global Industry Forum (BGIF)
2. State Convenor of the BJP Madhya Pradesh Economic Cell
3. President, Association of Industries, MP
4. Member, Madhya Pradesh Science & Technology Council

He is a strong advocate of policy reforms, ease of doing business,industrial innovation, and sustainable development, especially in the mineral-based sectors.

Mr. Mehta’s integrated vision—spanning technical excellence, strategic policy influence, and forward-looking resource planning—positions him as one of India’s leading industrial thinkers and builders of the 21st-century minerals and metals landscape.

Professionally accredited by IIM Kozhikode, I bring over 24 years of experience in leading high-impact initiatives across both private and government sectors. My expertise lies in employment generation, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency, helping organizations drive sustainable growth and create meaningful impact.

Honored with a PhD degree by Kennedy University, Paris, France, for my contributions to the cooperative sector, I have been instrumental in designing and executing innovative strategies that strengthen businesses, empower startups, and foster economic development.

As an advisor and business strategist, I actively support startups and enterprises, guiding them toward scalable growth. I am also an active member of “Swavalambi Bharat Abhiyan” and “The Bharat Global Industries Forum”, both of which are dedicated to fostering a self-reliant, robust industrial ecosystem in India.

Murali Bukkapatnam is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and global ecosystem builder, currently serving as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees at TiE Global, the world's largest network dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship across borders. With a career that bridges continents and cultures, Murali has been instrumental in shaping the future of startup ecosystems through innovation, inclusion, and strategic mentorship.

He is the Founder and Chairman of Volksy Technologies, a venture development studio that partners with emerging startups to shape business strategy, drive execution, and unlock long-term value. Through Volksy, Murali has contributed to the growth of several early-stage ventures, focusing on scalable models that address real-world challenges in sectors such as workforce development, home healthcare, and smart energy.

Murali's journey from Silicon Valley to India is a compelling narrative of purpose-driven leadership. He served as Managing Director of BSP Systems in the U.S. before returning to India to co-found enterprises that blended commercial success with social impact—including initiatives aimed at skilling women and youth from underserved communities.

At TiE, Murali's leadership spans over a decade, from serving as President of TiE Hyderabad to now leading the global network as Chairman. Under his leadership, TiE has sharpened its focus on building a globally connected and locally empowered ecosystem—scaling mentorship, expanding cross-border investor networks, and elevating thought leadership across continents.

A dynamic speaker and cultural narrator, Murali frequently delivers keynotes that inspire action and spark dialogue—from “Innovate for the Globe: India’s Moment to Shine” to “Finding Sita”, a reflection on choices, challenges, and the entrepreneurial spirit. His vision is clear: position Indian and emerging market entrepreneurs as architects of global solutions—particularly in areas like sustainability, health tech, climate innovation, and digital inclusion.

Murali holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Southeastern University (U.S.), where he received the Dean's Award, and a Bachelor's degree from Sri Krishnadevaraya University (India). He is also a mentor to founders, an angel investor, and a regular contributor to entrepreneurship programs at institutions like IIT Hyderabad.

Passionate about building ecosystems that transcend boundaries, Murali brings his deep interest in behavioral psychology, productivity, and the power of networks to every initiative he leads.

Sarah is a dynamic entrepreneur and CEO of #CapTech2024, specializing in guiding SME organizations through strategic business development and leadership enhancement. With accreditations in psychometrics, emotional quotient, and motivational techniques, Sarah brings a unique blend of expertise to the table. She is a certified Board Facilitator, Neurolinguistics Practitioner, and Time-Line Therapist, reflecting her commitment to holistic business growth.

As the Founder of Influential Leaders Academy, Co-founder of Deep Neuro Analytics and founding Board member Fair Fight Foundation, Sarah is deeply entrenched in the world of entrepreneurship and business advancement. She understands that scaling a venture requires more than just a vision—it demands a comprehensive strategy, access to funding, invaluable advice, and a strong network.

Drawing from over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Sarah has navigated the complexities of scaling ventures firsthand. She has guided numerous entrepreneurs through this process, leveraging her extensive network and expertise to secure funding opportunities and foster collaborations.

As the Managing Director of Punjab Angels Network, I lead a team of passionate professionals who are committed to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. I leverage my credentials as a Fellow Chartered Accountant, an alumnus of Indian School of Business and Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, and a certified valuer and auditor to provide strategic guidance, financial services, and fundraising support to startups and SMEs across various sectors and stages.

With over 12 years of experience in the field of finance, accounting, corporate governance, and public policy, I have developed a strong network of contacts and collaborations with investment banks, fund houses, private equity, venture capital, family offices, and high-net worth individuals. I have also worked with several corporates, nationalized banks, universities, and incubation centers to facilitate mergers and acquisitions, scaling up businesses, and innovation programs. My mission is to shape the future of humanity from mindset to heart set, by developing frugal innovations, conscious leadership, and holistic wellbeing.