Ishita Kapoor

Student

I’m a Computer Science engineer and an MBA candidate at the BITS School of Management (BITSoM), Mumbai. Before my MBA, I worked in business development and strategic partnerships at the Sai Eternal Foundation, collaborating with global firms and government bodies on projects worth over ₹400 Cr. Along the way, I’ve led multiple student organizations, served as President across clubs, and organized the first-ever TEDxBITSoM. I’m passionate about building ideas that connect strategy, technology, and social impact.

I’ve always found stories and journeys to be two sides of the same coin- both take you places you’ve never been. Books like Once Upon a Lighthouse and places like Spiti remind me that travel isn’t just about distance, it’s about discovery.

India’s cultural industries are more than heritage - they’re living, evolving businesses. From handlooms to homegrown brands, creativity is our greatest economic advantage.

From writing code as an engineer to studying business at BITSoM, my journey has always been about connecting logic with imagination. Working alongside founders taught me that every big change starts with a small, powerful idea and that’s exactly what TED stands for. Organizing the first-ever TEDxBITSoM was my way of celebrating that belief: bringing together voices that inspire action, challenge perspectives, and remind us that ideas, when shared, can truly move people.

People don’t usually know this about me but I’m actually pretty good at cooking. It’s my little way of unwinding and creating something from scratch.