Sudha Murty, Chairperson Infosys Foundation & Changemaker

Neha Bagaria, Founder & CEO HerKey (formerly JobsForHer) After taking a 3.6-year break in her own career when she had her children. Prior to her career break, she worked at Kemwell, a biopharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Bangalore, where she was involved in the fields of HR, Finance and Marketing strategy for their facilities in India, Sweden and the US.  Before she moved to Bangalore, Neha was the Founder & CEO of Paragon, an educational startup based in Mumbai to bring the Advanced Placement Program to India. Neha has graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, with honours in Finance, Marketing and Management of Information Systems.  Set of Questions: Despite various initiatives, women's participation in the Indian workforce remains lower, even further at the executive level. One of the key reasons that you’ve mentioned is that women are not as engaged in their careers.

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The growth in both traditional and flexible workspaces has been remarkably robust in 2023, fueled by a heightened sense of optimism among occupiers looking to lease space and expand their operational footprint. It is clear that the trajectory of flex space in India is not just a trend but a transformative force shaping the future of work environments globally.
Smartworks distinctive campus model has captured the attention of major enterprises, inviting them to relocate their corporate and regional headquarters under its roof. 

Harsh Binani- Harsh is the Co-founder of Smartworks, India’s largest provider of Managed and Flexible Office spaces to Enterprises. With over 7 years of experience in  management consulting and real estate, he has previously worked with the world’s premier consulting firm, McKinsey in Chicago.
At Smartworks, he drives finance, overall strategic roadmap of the company and new business ventures. Harsh is an alumnus of Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, US with an MBA degree in entrepreneurial studies, and an Economics graduate from Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi. He also holds a CFP (Centre for Financial Planning) designation in risk management, investment and retirement planning. 

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Born and raised in a middle-class family in Mumbai,  Mr. Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman, Danube Group sold books and festival firecrackers, delivered milk and did all kinds of odd jobs in Mumbai.  He later moved to Kuwait to earn a living and then to Dubai, where he started his own business of building materials and later expanded in different segments. Today, Danube Group is a multi-billion-dollar conglomerate which has established itself as the leading player in real estate and home improvement sectors in UAE and India, along with other branches under its vast umbrella.  He is ranked 7th among the ‘Top 100 Indian leaders in the UAE’ List by Forbes Middle East. In India, Danube Home has recently opened its 3rd showroom in Bengaluru after opening 2 showrooms in Hyderabad. Danube Home store typically showcases various indoor and outdoor furniture and furnishings items.

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Ramakrishna P. (Ramki) has been a transformative figure in the telecom industry, amassing over three decades of diverse experience that spans technical innovation, regulatory expertise, and strategic leadership. His pivotal role in the deployment of India's inaugural cellular network and contributions to cutting-edge technologies underscore his visionary approach. As CEO of the India Mobile Congress (IMC), he has been the driving force behind its remarkable evolution into one of Asia's preeminent events for the technology and telecom sector. Ramakrishna's strategic prowess and adept relationship-building have propelled IMC to unprecedented heights, positioning it as a globally recognized platform. His exceptional leadership has not only catalyzed IMC's growth but has also elevated the Indian technology and telecom ecosystem on the international stage.

Under his stewardship, the India Mobile Congress (IMC) has achieved remarkable transformation, solidifying its position as a cornerstone in the technology and telecom landscape. With his deep-rooted industry insights and extensive experience, he has spearheaded IMC's journey from its inception to becoming one of Asia's largest events in the sector. His ability to cultivate crucial relationships with technology and telecom giants has not only magnified IMC's global impact but has also given the Indian industry a powerful platform to influence and collaborate on a worldwide scale. Through his exemplary leadership, Ramakrishna P. has undeniably shaped the trajectory of the telecom industry while propelling IMC into an internationally recognized hub of innovation and connectivity.

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A seasoned leader in the telecom and technology industry, *Manoranjan Mohapatra's* illustrious career showcases him as an exceptional game changer in the industry, consistently propelling companies to unparalleled success. With a profound focus on innovative software communications solutions in rapidly growing markets, Mao has orchestrated remarkable transformations, elevating high potential businesses into world-beating organizations. With an experience of over 38 years, his hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of telecom-related technology, garnered during his time at the Center for Development of Telematics (CDOT), laid the foundation for his exceptional leadership talent. 

Moreover, Mao's track record for enabling innovation and his wealth of experience in various operational and marketing roles have fortified Comviva's position as the leading provider of integrated VAS solutions and now a leading digital solutions provider in the emerging markets globally. He has been a successful leader in recognizing the emerging and potential markets for Comviva’s growth over the years and helped the organization to expand its presence over 100 countries. His accolades, including the prestigious 'Distinguished Fellow' award and the recognition as "India's Top 20 CEO 2013," attest to his unwavering commitment to excellence and his exceptional ability to drive organizations towards unparalleled success.

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Sharad Malhotra President, Automotive Refinishes and Wood Coatings at Nippon Paint India. He has completed his graduation from the Delhi University after which he perused master’s in international business, Business Administration. Sharad head's Nippon Paint's global automotive aftermarket paint business and is the Director on Board of several Nippon Paint companies in Asia. He is the Founder of company's automotive refinish business in India, Indonesia, Australia and the Middle East and the wood coatings and light industrial paints business in India. Prior working with Nippon he worked with AkzoNobel Car Refinishes for 6 years. He is actively working towards the upliftment of the unorganised painters community through various initiatives.

Nippon Paint India Automotive Refinish, a leading producer of high-quality paints and coatings for automotive refinish, Industrial and the decorative sector. Nippon Paint India is part of the NIPSEA Group which, together with Nippon Paint of Japan, forms the largest coatings group in Asia Pacific and the 4th largest in the world in terms of revenue.

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Prerna Jhunjhunwala is the Founder of Creative Galileo, India's largest, character-based early learning platform for kids in the age group of 3-10 yrs. Creative Galileo recently made it to HolonIQ's annual list of the 100 most promising EdTech start-ups from India & South Asia. Creative Galileo is the only kids learning platform to breach the coveted top 20 apps in the education category across all age groups on the Play Store, India. Its strong, organic growth and user loyalty have led to consistently high ratings. Partnering in Creative Galileo's high-growth journey are some leading investors like Kalaari Capital, East Ventures, Affirma Capital, and Valiant Employee Investment Fund. After the success of the Little Singham app, Creative Galileo has recently launched Toondemy, an educational learning app which offers comprehensive learning journeys in line with CBSE, NEP and NCERT syllabi to build strong foundational concepts and cognitive capabilities, learn phonics, and develop critical 21st century skills.

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Sudha Murty is our guest on Red FM Podcast Game Changers. She has been awarded Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, some of the highest civilian honours of India. She is an educator, author, philanthropist and an empowering business woman. Chairperson of the Infosys Foundation has been a powerful and passionate change maker. She has helped build 7000 libraries and 16,000 toilets in schools. Her determination towards making education and health services accessible to everybody is exceptional. She has been the guiding light for innumerable young minds. The author is known for her books for children. In this interview she tells us what inspires her stories and books. In conversation with Mohit Chhabra, she discusses all about her social media life, India and her work. Red FM Podcast Network Presents Game Changer - Sudha Murty. 

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In this episode of "Game Changers" Padma Shri Awardee Sanjay Leela Bhansali is in conversation with Rj Yamini. A truely Game Changer done a tremendous work as an Indian filmmaker, director, screenwriter, and music composer who is known for his work in Hindi cinema. He is the recipient of several awards, including four National Film Awards, ten Filmfare Awards and a BAFTA nomination. In 2015, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award. During this interview he is talking about his love towards music, where music is one of the important thing in his life also about his newly released album Sukoon. 

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Truly a musically rich episode this is as we feature The multi-award winning Shillong Chamber Choir, founded by Neil Nongkynrih who are the winners of India’s Got Talent and a household name in ensemble singing for over two decades, renowned across the country and abroad. In this episode Shillong Chamber Choir talks about their journey, goof ups,their inspiration and a lot more with Rishi O.

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