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Auditorium
BVRIT Hyderabad College of Engineering for Women, Bachupally
Hyderabad, Telangana, 500090
India

Dr. Prashant Khankhoje

Managing Director, A2Z Energies

Dr. Prashant Khankhoje is the Managing Director of A2Z Energies, a company specializing in energy solutions. With extensive experience in the energy sector, Dr. Khankhoje has been instrumental in driving innovative strategies and fostering sustainable practices within the industry.

Dr. Shriram Darbha

Founder, Indian Knowledge Studies Academy

Dr. Shriram Darbha is an HR leader, academician, and author with 33 years of experience across industries. Former Head-HR at BSE and Sr. VP-HR in Financial Services, he later served as a Professor and Dean at CMR University. He founded IKSA to bridge ancient wisdom with modern management. A recipient of national and international HR awards, he also received the ‘Ugaadi Saahitya Puraskaaram’ for his literary contributions. A Srividya practitioner and Bhagavad Gita speaker, he launched www.gotogita.in to offer psycho-spiritual counseling for holistic well-being.

Mr. Karthikeyan Dhayalan

Director, GHL India Asset

Mr. Karthikeyan Dhayalan, also known as Guhan, is the Director at GHL India Asset. In his role as Business Operation Head, he oversees the company's alternative investment platform, focusing on sectors such as biotechnology, real estate, agriculture, and food & beverage. Under his leadership, GHL India has achieved significant growth in asset management and client satisfaction.

Mr. Rushvik Reddy Yasa

Founder & Managing Director, GlampInn Valley

Rushvik Reddy Yasa Founder and managing director of GlampInn valley and GeoTens India I’ve done my engineering in CVSR college 2015 passed out and I did my Masters in business ERP in Victoria University Melbourne Australia. I was in Australia for 5 years and worked as a debt collector (part time) for 2 years Admin in liquor distribution company ALM (Full time) 3years Supervisor for CSR’s in metro trains Melbourne DNA My goal is to become an entrepreneur since 2015, I returned to India in 2021 and started working on the project called GlampInn valley which has now received 2 national awards and has been mentioned in Forbes Magazine in 2023. Personally I am a nature love. I like to do what I love. I was a Camping person in Australia, who came up with Glamours camping concept first time in Telugu states and now GlampInn valley is one of the most relaxing and peaceful places in south India. Also recognised has Hidden gem of South in 2024

Mr. Venkata Phani Kumar Varma Kalidindi

Director of Engineering, F5

Phani Kumar Kalidindi is a visionary technology leader with over 16 years of experience transforming bold ideas into real-world impact through AI, machine learning, and scalable engineering systems. As Director of Engineering at F5 Inc., he has built and led high-performing teams across cloud, automation, integrations, and engineering. Named one of India’s Top AI Voices by Business Connect Magazine, Phani combines deep technical expertise with a human-first leadership style. With postgraduate degrees in Management and AI-ML Leadership, he’s a lifelong learner on a mission to harness technology to elevate lives and spark meaningful change.

Ms. Alekhya Harika

Indian Film Actress

Alekhya Harika is known for her impactful work in the Telugu and Tamil film industries. Raised in Hyderabad, she holds a BBA degree from St. Ann's College, Mehdipatnam. She made a striking debut with *Adithya Varma* in 2019, followed by noteworthy performances in *Sreekaram* (2021) and *Meet Cute* (2022). Widely recognized for her expressive acting and relatable screen presence, Alekhya rose to fame through *Dhethadi*, one of South India’s most popular YouTube channels. She has also starred in short films like *Frustrated Telangana Pilla* and *The Perfect Sales Girl*, earning admiration for her versatility. A contestant in *Bigg Boss Telugu 4* (2020), she expanded her presence to music videos such as *Vellake* and *Ammadi*. Alekhya is now set to make her debut as a lead actress alongside Santosh Shoban under the banner of Maas Movie Makers.

Ms. Ashwathy Venugopal

Co-Founder, Avasarshala

Ashwathy Venugopal is a Social Entrepreneur, and Startup Ecosystem Enabler. An ex-Amazon professional, she serves as the Andhra Pradesh State Lead at Headstart Network and is a Leadership Board Member at Kectil International Youth Leadership Program. Featured in *75 Womenpreneurs of India* (2022) by Atal Innovation Mission, she has participated in global fellowships like Cherie Blair Foundation, Vital Voices GROW, and WEDU. Ashwathy’s venture, Avasarshala, has received international recognition from Bridge for Billions, Partos Netherlands, and Youth Co:Lab India. She is also a recipient of the Eastern Bhoomika Iconic Women Award 2020.

Ms. Seema Bansal

Founder & Executive Director, DCG Tech Limited

Ms. Seema Bansal is the Founder & Executive Director of DCG Tech Limited, a pioneering packaging solutions company headquartered in Gurugram, India. Under her leadership, DCG Tech Limited has grown into one of India's leading packaging suppliers, serving over 50,000 clients and delivering innovative, sustainable, and data-driven packaging solutions. With a career spanning diverse high-level roles in international corporations, Seema brings a wealth of expertise in operations, customer experience, and business strategy. Her achievements have been recognized with multiple industry awards, including the 'Innovator for Packaging Solutions' and 'Women Entrepreneurship' awards. Seema continues to drive excellence in packaging innovation while empowering businesses with cutting-edge solutions.

Ms. Sravani Basharajula

DEET, Telangana Government

Driven by purpose, shaped by policy, and inspired by people, Sravani Basharajula is a dynamic public policy professional with a track record of enabling innovation, policy impact, and youth engagement through public sector collaboration. With a background spanning grassroots advocacy, government liaison, and technology ecosystems, she works closely with IAS officers, government departments, industry leaders, and academic institutions to create inclusive and scalable impact. Her focus includes supporting early-stage startups, aligning Global Capability Centers’ CSR strategies with regional development, and fostering industry-academia partnerships. Sravani has contributed to diverse missions—from water resource management and digital education to representing local perspectives at global platforms like the G20 Summit and GITEX Dubai.