Success is not final, failure is not fatal: And it is this courage to go on that mattereth.” – Winston Churchill
Today’s leaders and leaders of the past, the ones you see on TV or read from various publications, have all gone through it all, and every one of them has a story that can move a nation. They possess several years of experience and are role models for the society. All have established a high profile career through spearheading change, nurturing dedicated talent and defying the odds.
To the other organisations likely to encounter the same challenges, these experienced professionals share practical and profound insights from their experiences. What makes their opinions truly valuable is that they express them from an academic standpoint and recount real-life successes and failures and principles being applied. It resonates with their true life stories, packed with information that can create positive change.
If you need strategic direction, then you are in luck – Ram Charan has consulted over 1000 organisations around the globe. To get a new view on innovation and advancement of specific business directions with successful implementation, you need to address the PC, Mustafa. In any discussions regarding digital transformation, the audience would listen much more closely to Jaspreet Bindra, who worked at Google and Mahindra. But to know how to construct great growing businesses, Aditya Ghosh is the man for the job. I could name the rest of the great speakers: everyone knows today’s talented speakers!
Below is a list of leading business motivators who can be booked from employee engagement companies in India, who will significantly help your organisation and employees get new enthusiasm.
PC Musthafa
About PC Musthafa
PC Musthafa, raised in a farmer’s family in rural Kerala, had limited expectations. However, one pivotal moment changed everything. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of ID Fresh Food, a Rs. 100 crore ready-to-cook food company based in Bangalore, known for its idly and dosa batter.
Achievements
Rooted in traditional Indian values, ID Fresh promotes authentic, fresh, 100% natural, and preservative-free foods. What started as 10 packets of batter daily in 2005 now amounts to 75,000 packets daily, with a workforce of 1,300 employees across multiple cities and Dubai. Musthafa envisions turning ID Fresh into a 1000-crore market leader and creating a social impact with products and campaigns centred around trust, tradition, and community. He is also part of the Prime Minister’s ‘Champions of Change’ initiative to build a new India by 2022.
Why PC Musthafa?
An inspiring story of a Coolie’s son who built a Rs. 100 crore company – ID Fresh. His leadership and entrepreneurial journey prove that anything is possible.
Aditya Ghosh
About Aditya Ghosh
Aditya Ghosh, former director of Indigo Airlines, transformed from a corporate lawyer to a business leader. He successfully combined economy-plus service at economy prices with on-time performance, which became Indigo’s signature.
Achievements
Ghosh’s strategies led Indigo to win the Skytrax Award eight times for the best low-cost airline in Central Asia and India. In 2012, he was named in Fortune Magazine’s ’40 under 40′ list for his efforts in job creation. He received the GQ’ Businessman of the Year’ award in 2013 and nominations for other prestigious recognitions. He became known as the ‘Guru of Culture’ in the aviation industry after Indigo received multiple awards for ‘Best Place To Work’.
Why Aditya Ghosh?
Success doesn’t need elite education—his inspiring journey and strategic vision show that failure is often the most outstanding teacher.
Vineet Nayar
About Vineet Nayar
Vineet Nayar is an Indian business leader, author, and philanthropist. He is the former CEO of HCL Technologies and the founder of Sampark Foundation. His book Employees First, Customers Second has sold over 100,000 copies.
Achievements
Named to Fortune’s “Executive Dream Team” in 2012 and featured on the “Thinkers 50” list, Vineet Nayar led HCL’s growth from $0.7 billion in 2005 to $4.7 billion in 2013. His leadership led to HCL’s recognition for its innovative management practices, and the company became a case study at Harvard and London Business Schools.
Why Vineet Nayar?
Learn how to align employees’ vision with the company’s. The key to building an influential company lies in the philosophy of employees first and customers second.
Santosh Desai
About Santosh Desai
Santosh Desai is the CEO of Future Brands Ltd and a media critic known for his fresh perspectives. His insights help shape new ways of understanding consumer culture in India.
Achievements
Desai is also a columnist and author of Mother Pious Lady: Making Sense of Everyday India. His column, City City Bang Bang, in the Times of India, explores contemporary Indian society, focusing on cultural and consumer insights.
Why Santosh Desai?
Enhance vision and expertise in creating the right culture for brands and consumers. He exemplifies leadership and teamwork.
Raghav Bahl
About Raghav Bahl
Raghav Bahl started his career in media in 1985 and is now a successful businessman and serial entrepreneur. He owns several media channels, including TV18 India.
Achievements
Bahl founded and scaled Network 18, India’s top media group, and seeded several successful platforms like moneycontrol.com and bookmyshow.com. After exiting Network 18, he founded The Quintillion Media Pvt Ltd. He’s authored two books: Superpower and SuperEconomies.
Why Raghav Bahl?
With vast industry experience, his inspiring leadership journey proves the power of entrepreneurial excellence.
Vishal Gondal
About Vishal Gondal
Vishal Gondal, founder and CEO of GOQii, is recognised as the ‘Father of the Indian Gaming Industry’ and an angel investor.
Achievements
At 16, Gondal founded IndiaGames, India’s largest mobile gaming company, before being sold to Disney in 2012. Mobile Entertainment magazine has listed him among the ‘Top 50 Executives’ in mobile content.
Why Vishal Gondal?
A pioneer in the Indian gaming industry, his insights into digital disruption are essential for business survival and innovation.
Jaspreet Bindra
About Jaspreet Bindra
Jaspreet Bindra is an expert in digital transformation and blockchain. He’s the founder of Digital Matters, advising businesses on digital trends.
Achievements
Bindra has been recognised as a leader in the Blockchain space and advised major firms like Mahindra Group and the Internet and Mobile Association of India. He’s also a three-time national ‘Brand Equity Quiz’ winner.
Why Jaspreet Bindra?
He’s an expert in digital transformation, predicting trends and their impact on business and life.
Prof. Anil Gupta
About Prof. Anil Gupta
Professor Anil Gupta is a scholar of grassroots innovation and the founder of the Honey Bee Network. He teaches at IIM Ahmedabad.
Achievements
In 2004, he was awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to management education. He advocates for the recognition and protection of grassroots inventors’ intellectual property.
Why Prof. Anil Gupta?
He’s a leader in grassroots innovation, advancing sustainability through technology.
Ritesh Agarwal
About Ritesh Agarwal
At 18, Ritesh Agarwal founded OYO Rooms, making him one of India’s youngest millionaires. His journey from a college dropout to a successful entrepreneur is inspiring.
Achievements
Agarwal’s OYO network has expanded to 2,200 hotels across 154 cities in India. In 2017, he received the Business World Young Entrepreneur Award.
Why Ritesh Agarwal?
Persistence and courage helped him transform from a dropout to a millionaire, showing the power of turning dreams into reality.
Sohrab Sitaram
About Sohrab Sitaram
Sohrab Sitaram, a Food & Beverage tycoon, is known for co-founding the popular Keventers milkshake brand and establishing several iconic restaurants.
Achievements
Sitaram revolutionised Keventers with a rebranding effort that made it an aspirational brand. He has created several award-winning restaurants and bars across India.
Why Sohrab Sitaram?
Learn how to build iconic brands from scratch, understand consumer needs, and create value with innovative ideas.
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