TEDxSoIM

Speakers

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• Ashwin Mocherla

  Ashwin Mocherla is the Co-founder of The ThickShake Factory, India’s first specialty milkshake brand launched in 2013 with a mission to make premium milkshakes accessible to everyone. Under his leadership, the brand has expanded to over 125 outlets and served more than 7 million customers across the country. Recognized for its innovation and customer-focused approach, The ThickShake Factory has received major accolades including the Most Admired Chain of the Year: Cafes & Juice Bars by PepsiCo IMAGES Foodservice Awards and QSR of the Year by the Retailers Association of India. Ashwin continues to inspire young entrepreneurs with his journey of vision, passion, and perseverance.

• Dr.Jayaprakash Narayana

  Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan is a physician-turned-reformer who served 16 years in the Indian Administrative Service, holding key roles in the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Seeing deep systemic issues in governance, he resigned in 1996 and founded the Foundation for Democratic Reforms (FDR) and Lok Satta to drive political and governance reforms. His initiatives have led to major improvements in transparency, accountability, and federal empowerment across India. He also served on the National Advisory Council and the Second Administrative Reforms Commission, contributing to national policy reforms. Dr. Narayan continues to champion effective governance, quality education, and accessible healthcare to strengthen Indian democracy.

• Dr.Sreekanth Yerramilli

  Dr. Yerramilli is a certified e‑learning specialist in the software industry and an adjunct professor of Human Capital Management. He recently completed a post‑doctoral fellowship in digital learning software systems at the University of Texas Dallas (UTD), USA. His research on organisational psychology and human‑capital effectiveness has been published in Scopus‑indexed and Springer journals, and he’s earned multiple accolades such as the Ecolate and Lawrence awards. Earlier this year, the Hon. Minister of Culture invited him to speak at the prestigious Gyana Bharatham Global Conclave, where he shared breakthrough insights into ancient Indian knowledge systems. An avid researcher on ancient learning methods and a passionate advocate for reviving India’s heritage through NGOs, Dr. Yerramilli regularly appears as a panel speaker on TV and digital platforms, reaching millions of viewers.

• Dr.Sruthi Muvva

  Dr. M. B. Sruthi Muvva is a leading Gynecologist, Obstetrician, and Infertility Specialist at Belief Hospital, Nizampet, Khammam, with over seven years of clinical experience. She holds an MBBS and MS from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, a DNB from NBE, New Delhi, and an MRCOG from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, UK, along with a Fellowship in IVF from Monash IVF, Australia. Specializing in advanced fertility treatments such as IVF, ICSI, and IUI, Dr. Sruthi is committed to helping couples achieve parenthood. She is known for combining compassionate care with modern reproductive technologies to provide the best possible outcomes for her patients.

• Venu Yeldandi

  Venu Yeldandi is an acclaimed Indian actor, writer, and director in Telugu cinema, recognized for his impactful storytelling and authentic portrayal of rural life. He began his career with Jai (2004), rose to fame through Munna (2007) and the popular comedy show Jabardasth, and later contributed as a ghostwriter for notable films such as Rudhramadevi and Jai Lava Kusa. His directorial debut Balagam (2023) received widespread critical acclaim and earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Director – Telugu. Through his creative journey, Venu continues to inspire audiences with stories deeply rooted in emotion, culture, and the human experience.

• Vithika Sheru

  Vithika Sheru is an Indian actress and content creator known for her work in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada films. She began her journey as a child artist at age 11 and debuted at 15 with the Kannada film Anthu Inthu Preethi Banthu. Over the years, she appeared in several notable films including Jhummandi Naadam, Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu, and Prema Ishq Kaadhal, where she also styled her own costumes. She later made her Tamil debut with Uyir Mozhi and gained wider recognition with Paddanandi Premalo Mari (2015), alongside her husband Varun Sandesh. In 2019, Vithika participated in Bigg Boss Telugu 3, which increased her popularity. Beyond acting, she has built a strong online presence as a YouTuber with over 970k subscribers, known for her creative, engaging lifestyle and entertainment content.