TEDxBocconiUMumbai

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Abhijeet Anand

  Founder, abcoffee

  "Abhijeet Anand is the Co-founder and CEO of AbCoffee, one of India's fastest-growing specialty coffee brands. Before launching the venture, he built his career in consulting and finance, bringing together business strategy and consumer insights. His entrepreneurial journey reflects the power of challenging convention and finding opportunity in changing consumer behaviour. His experiences would offer fresh perspectives on innovation, resilience, and building brands in a competitive market."

• Akhilesh Gupta

  Director, AI Solutions, Altir

  "Akhilesh Gupta is the CEO of Altir, where he helps organizations accelerate digital transformation through AI, enterprise technology, and innovation. An alumnus of SDA Bocconi Asia Center, he combines entrepreneurial thinking with deep expertise in emerging technologies and business strategy. His journey reflects how technology is most impactful when it solves real human problems. With experience spanning leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship, he would offer audiences a practical perspective on navigating change and creating meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving world."

• Divya Unny

  Filmmaker, Content Creator, Former Journalist

  "Divya Unny is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and actor whose work spans independent films, branded storytelling, and advertising. Her films have been recognised at international festivals for their emotionally rich and visually compelling narratives. Her stories often uncover the extraordinary in everyday moments, encouraging audiences to look beyond the obvious. Her approach to storytelling would bring a creative and deeply human perspective to the stage."

• Gayatri Datar

  Actress

  "Gayatri Datar is a Marathi actress best known for her role as Isha Nimkar in Tula Pahate Re. Since then, she has worked across television and films, earning recognition for her natural performances and versatility. As someone who brings diverse characters to life, she understands the many perspectives that shape stories and emotions. Her experiences in the entertainment industry would offer audiences a thoughtful look at identity, expression, and human connection."

• LC Singh

  Founder and Executive Chairman, Nihilent Ltd.

  "L. C. Singh is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Nihilent, and an alumnus of both IIT BHU and Harvard Business School. A technologist, filmmaker, photographer, and author, his work today explores the intersection of leadership, Emotion AI, and human-centred technology. He is the author of Things We Don't See and The Collapse of Illusions, both of which challenge conventional ways of thinking. His journey is rooted in questioning assumptions and looking beyond what is immediately visible. Drawing from technology, philosophy, and lived experience, he would offer audiences a thought-provoking perspective on leadership, perception, and the ideas that quietly shape our reality."

• Michele Russo

  Professor, SDA Bocconi Milan

  "Prof. Michele Russo teaches Business Data Analytics at SDA Bocconi School of Management, with research spanning artificial intelligence, machine learning, consumer behaviour, and business decision-making. His work bridges academic research with practical business applications. By showing how data can reveal patterns that often go unnoticed, he offers a unique way of understanding decisions and human behaviour. His insights would add an analytical yet accessible perspective to the event."

• Mukesh Jain

  CTO, Capgemini

  Mukesh Jain is the Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Capgemini, leading global initiatives in AI, data, and digital transformation. With over three decades of experience, he has also held leadership roles at Microsoft, Reliance Jio, NICE, and VFS Global. His work explores how technology can reshape businesses and everyday life. His perspective on innovation, leadership, and responsible AI would encourage audiences to rethink the role of technology and make for a thought-provoking conversation.

• Shreya Karmakar

  Singer, Songwriter

  Shreya Karmakar is a prominent Indian independent singer, songwriter, and vocal coach based in Mumbai. She gained massive digital stardom through her viral Bollywood acoustic covers, with her version of "Tujh Mein Rab Dikhta Hai" amassing over 29 million views on YouTube.Beyond covers, she writes and composes her own music, releasing hit indie singles like "Apsara" and "Sajnaa". Today, she commands over 720,000 subscribers online and actively coaches aspiring singers.

• Sipika Nigam

  VC, JumpGrowth Ventures

  "Sipika Nigam is a venture capital investor with over 14 years of experience across investments, private equity, and the startup ecosystem. As an alumna of SDA Bocconi Asia Center, she has worked closely with founders and early-stage startups, helping them scale through strategic investments and long-term partnerships. Working at the intersection of capital and entrepreneurship, she has a front-row view of how ideas evolve into impactful businesses. Her perspective on innovation, founder journeys, and building sustainable ventures would bring practical insights and a fresh entrepreneurial voice to the event."

• Vibhuti Sharma

  Singer, Songwriter

  "Vibhuti Sharma is a singer, songwriter, and live performer known for her versatility across Bollywood, Sufi, and independent music. She has performed extensively across India and collaborated with renowned artists while continuing to create original music. Through music, she connects with audiences in ways that words often cannot. Her journey and artistic expression would offer a refreshing perspective on emotion, creativity, and the different ways people experience the world."