Shri Ajit Mangrulkar
Director General, IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mumbai
Shri Ajit Mangrulkar is the Director General of IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry.He is a senior management professional with over 35 years of experience. Prior to taking on the role at IMC as Director General in March 2018, Ajit was with the Australian Trade & Investment Commission (Austrade), Australian Consulate General, Mumbai since 2001 wherein he has had a varied experience across all operational areas at Austrade. In October 2016, he moved to Austrade’s FDI attraction role, in the capacity as Investment Manager, South Asia with specific focus on innovation and technology driven sectors. Ajit previously held the position of Austrade’s Regional Manager Finance and Administration, South Asia. Prior to joining Austrade, Ajit held the position of Group Manager Marketing in an automotive ancillary group based in Mumbai, and was engaged in the production and marketing of products for the Indian Automotive OEM and Aftermarket segments. Ajit has an educational background in commerce and accounts, with Bachelors in Commerce from the Bombay University and an Inter C.A. qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Ajit has almost 30 years of commercial experience with exposure to industry, International trade and investment promotion activities.
Dr Sushant K Singh
AVP of Data and Analytics, Sonata Software (USA)
With nearly two decades of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Strategy, and Sustainability, Sushant Singh has significantly impacted diverse industries such as Banking, Finance, Insurance, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Pharma, and Sustainability. Currently serving as the AVP of Data and Analytics at Sonata Software in the USA, Sushant also holds the prestigious role of Founding Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Sustainability (CAIES) Foundation in Bihar, India, where he drives innovation at the intersection of AI and sustainability. As a two-time PhD holder, Sushant’s academic and professional journey is marked by excellence and a commitment to AI governance, sustainability, environmental informatics, and the transformative power of AI strategies. His distinguished career includes multiple national and international scholarships and awards, reflecting his expertise and contributions to advancing the field. A visionary scientist and strategist, Sushant has been instrumental in bridging the gap between academic research and industry solutions, fostering the development of cutting-edge AI applications for sustainable futures. Sushant is passionate about nurturing the next generation of AI scientists and sustainability professionals, mentoring talented teams, and championing ethical and responsible AI practices. His mission is to shape a future where AI drives innovation and contributes to global sustainability efforts.
Dr. Lata Suresh
Corporate Affairs Specialist
Dr. Lata Suresh is a distinguished multidisciplinary professional with over three decades of experience in academia, corporate affairs, social services, and literature. As the Head of Knowledge Resource Centre at the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, she has led institutional partnerships and corporate communications. Dr. Suresh holds a PhD and multiple master’s degrees, and she is internationally recognized, including the Commonwealth Professional Fellowship Award. She has authored 10 books and over 50 articles. She is also a certified Trainer form NHRD and also a POSH Trainer certified by Ministry of Women and Child Development.
Dr. Lata Suresh has earned a range of accolades, including over 30 awards. She holds the APJ Kalam National Award, Nari Shakti Award and the Aadvika Award from PR Society of India. Recently, she received the Special Jury Award from PR Society Delhi as the Communications Maestro and the “Most Inspiring Personality of India” by Midday Magazine, Mumbai. She has been internationally recognized with the Commonwealth Professional Fellowship and the World Book of Records for her environmental efforts during COVID. She is in the Advisory board of some of the Academic Institutes of repute. She is one of the Expert committee members of UGC constituted for G20 Resolution. She is also into the Board of many prestigious organizations and also the BOS member of a few prestigious Universities in India. Dr. Lata Suresh embodies the essence of a transformative leader and communicator whose comprehensive achievements and contributions make her an exemplary person.
Dr. Narendra Mairpady
Former CMD, Indian Overseas Bank & Adviser, Enqube Collaboration
Dr. M. Narendra is presently managing different roles such as Director and Chairman, Member of Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee for different organizations. Previously, he was Chairman & Managing Director of Indian Overseas Bank, Chief General Manager, Corporation Bank and Executive Director, Bank of India. He has been recognized as a strategic planner with proficiency in spearheading business process re-engineering, defining continuous improvement processes and accelerating employees’ strengths and building powerful teams that can conquer any obstacles. He has partnered at all different organizational levels and defining and implementing HR, financial and training & development strategies aligned with organizational objectives. He is currently associated with various organizations in different capacities such as Mahindra Rural Housing Finance Limited (Director), Mahindra First Choice Wheels Limited (Director), Adani Enterprises Limited (Director) and so on. He has led the transformation of Indian Overseas Bank from a mid-sized bank to large bank, initiated restructuring program and provided focus on specific business segments in Bank of India and devised and implemented appropriate Credit Risk Mitigation measures in Corporation Bank. Dr. Narendra is a member of the RBI’s Technical Advisory Committee on Money, Foreign Exchange and Government Securities Markets and of the Governing Board of Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. He has been honoured with various Awards and Accolades throughout his long career.
Shri Vijay Goel
Senior Partner, Singhania and Co, London
Shri Vijay Goel is a Senior Partner at Singhania and Co, a Highly Reputed Law Firm founded in 1969. He is the Founder of the Indo-European Business Forum, and also was the Chairman of the London Chamber of Commerce – Asian Business Association, and ASSOCHAM UK, one of the largest Chambers of Commerce in India. He was the Recipient of the Pride of India Award granted at the House of Lords by the NRI Institute, the Iconic Leader Award given by the Women’s Economic Forum and many other International Awards.
Shri Rakesh Chandra Agarwal
Executive Chairman, The Environmental & Consumer Protection Foundation
In the quest for a greener future, Dr. Rakesh Chandra Agarwal stands out as a passionate humanist, motivator, and unwavering environmental advocate. As the Executive Chairman of The Environmental & Consumer Protection Foundation, Dr. Agarwal has become a catalyst for change. His commitment to environmental conservation has driven impactful initiatives, from monumental tree plantation drives that have added over a million trees to our landscapes, to revitalizing and safeguarding our vital water bodies. In addition to his foundational work, Dr. Agarwal holds influential positions such as the President of the Advisory Board (ESG & Decarbonization) at the MSME Chamber of Commerce & Industry of India and the National President (Environment Aware) at the Global Excellence Forum. Dr. Agarwal’s contributions have not gone unnoticed; he has received numerous accolades, including the esteemed ‘Hindustan Gaurav Samman National Award’ and the title of ‘SWACH Champion’ from the Commissioner of Nagar Nigam, Ghaziabad. Through strategic partnerships with esteemed universities and institutions, Dr. Agarwal is transforming educational campuses into zero-waste ecosystems. His efforts to promote circular economy practices, combat single-use plastics, and empower women set new standards in environmental leadership.
Shri Raman Taneja
ESG, BRSR & Sustainability Professional
Shri Raman Taneja is currently serving as an ESG Reporting Specialist at Nokia India with ESG as his core area. Shri Taneja has acted as an Auditor, an Advisor and a Financial Controller to various reputed clients in India and overseas on finance related transactions. He is also a Visiting Faculty at MDI Gurgaon on finance related subjects.
Additionally, he is a co-opted Member of the CM&IB committee of ICAI and was recently honored with the CFO Next 100 Award for his significant Contributions to the Finance Community. By Qualification, Shri Taneja is a Chartered Accountant and an MBA with over 20 years of post-qualification experience.
Ms Payal Jain
Sustainable Fashion Designer
Ms Payal Jain is a Renowned Fashion Designer known for her Unique Blend of Contemporary Aesthetics and Traditional Craftsmanship. With over Two Decades of Experience in the Fashion Industry, She has built a reputation for creating elegant, timeless designs that celebrate the Rich Heritage of Indian textiles. Her Collections often feature Intricate Detailing, Luxurious Fabrics, and a Minimalist yet Sophisticated approach. Ms Payal’s work has been showcased on Prestigious Runways Globally, earning her accolades for her innovative vision and commitment to Sustainable Fashion Practices.
Dr. Perminder Jit Kaur
Visiting Research Fellow, IISD
(Business Sustainability)
Dr Perminder Jit Kaur is a Visiting Research Fellow at IISD. She is a Chemical Engineer with a Bachelor’s degree from Panjab University, Chandigarh. She was recognized for her outstanding Doctoral Research from IIT Delhi. Dr. Kaur’s expertise lies at the convergence of Engineering, Public Policy, and Sustainability.
As a Senior Policy Fellow at the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and DST- CPR at IISc, she conducted data-driven research to inform clean energy policies, focusing on Green Hydrogen and Electric Vehicles (EVs). Her expertise was instrumental in shaping India’s clean energy ecosystem through contributions to G20 policy briefs (India and Brazil) and developing the National EV White Paper.
Teaching at Lal Bahadur Institute of Management, she delves into policy research for sustainable energy solutions. She aims to accelerate the energy sector’s transition to sustainability by strategically applying science, technology, and effective policies.
Her work is at the forefront of sustainability, and she has published a book and more than 70
peer-reviewed research articles.
