Harikrishnan Pillai is the CEO and co-founder of TheSmallBigIdea, a full-serviceleading independent digital agency. Being a marketing head to brands before he set off on an entrepreneurial journey, Hari understands the pain point of consistency and quality of service delivery with service providers.

Armed with an MBA and a diploma in Innovation and Design from Sweden, Hari started his career with ZEE TV in the marketing team. Hari worked on some iconic shows like Jhansi Ki Rani (which brought back period drama on TV) & Pavitra Rishta (which helped ZEE regain the 9PM slot), Dance India Dance (the show that changed the future of dance reality shows in the country) & ZEE Cine Awards (Singapore). After a few successful years at ZEE, Hari moved as a brand lead for Thrill, a Joint Venture between Reliance Broadcast Network Limited and RTL Europe.

Hari wears multiple hats of that of an early-stage investor with an ed-tech startup, TalestrokeInstitute and that of speaker on youth issues, innovation and leadership. He has been a jury member for Promax India and India Radio Forum for multiple editions. He has been a speaker at multiple CII Industry-Education forums speaking actively about the need for industry-academia connect. He has been on the academic boards for media studies at Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research and does occasional lectures/workshops at various B-Schools in Mumbai.

He has been associated actively with the Rotary International for over a decade and has held critical positions in state and national councils of Rotaract. He started various iconic projects supporting education for the underprivileged and has set up libraries in various schools in Mumbai under project Granthalay.

Vikram Chande is currently General Manager at Samsung Ads to build the connected tv practice in the India market. Prior to Samsung, Vikram built & lead Advertising business Search & Programmatic for Adobe India, Programmatic Practice at GroupM&Dentsu and Performance Marketing with Logicserve Digital.

An accidental marketer, he thrives in the spirit of the highly dynamic space of digital marketing harbouring a gripping confluence of media, analytics, data and technology. Now in 15th year of his career Vikram has been part of many firsts in market building digital & ad tech business practices starting as quality analyst, search consultant, performance & product lead & Business Head.

Vikram is a firm believer of one of the sturdiest faith-lore by Steve Jobs - "Stay Hungry Stay Foolish". An entrepreneurial mindset drives me to be collaborative in my approach were people, process & technology combine to build symphony for achieving business goals & success.

Amit Sethiya is currently serving SYSKA Group as Head Marketing to drive the Marketing deliverables for its FMEG (Fast Moving Electrical Goods) products like LED/Personal care appliances/Mobile Accessories/Wires and Cables/Home Appliances/Smart Home Products segments. Mr. Sethiya is a result-oriented professional having more than 19 years of rich cross-category experience in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments in various categories like Steel, Real estate and Consumer electronics. He has played a key role in positioning SYSKA LED as a thought leader brand within the category and in the strategic lateral expansion of the brand in more than 5 new product segments in last 5 years making SYSKA a household name for millions of customers across geographies, gender and age. Apart from marketing, Amit is passionate about music, writing and public speaking. He has been a Radio Jockey with Akashwani’s FM channel in Mumbai for 8 years and also takes keen interest in teaching B-School students from leading institutes in the country.

Arvind Mathur is a seasoned digital product expert and currently serves as the Business Unit Head at mFilterIt. He has gained extensive experience in building digital products for media, marketing, and technology platforms to solve the critical challenge of ensuring that real customers are engaging with digital ads. Arvind has been instrumental in creating customised products for clients and enabling standardised solutions for the industry as a member of committees with IAB Tech Lab (USA), Media Rating Council (US) and IAMAI.

Arvind's expertise lies in validating digital advertising spends and mitigating reputational risk through solutions that prevent and detect problems such as web fraud, PPC ad fraud, app fraud, and search abuse. At mFilterIt, he expanded the capabilities for digital product development using cutting-edge technologies such as ML and AI, resulting in double-digit growth by establishing new revenue streams.

During his stint at Contakt Tech Solutions, Arvind introduced new products such as mFilterIt and Credit Mate, which led to a scale-up to attract start-up investors. His contribution led to Paytm's acquisition of the latter in 2021. As a thought leader, Arvind provides insights for technology introduction, digital R&D, and product roadmaps.

Amit Sethiya is currently serving SYSKA Group as Head Marketing to drive the Marketing deliverables for its FMEG (Fast Moving Electrical Goods) products like LED/Personal care appliances/Mobile Accessories/Wires and Cables/Home Appliances/Smart Home Products segments. Mr. Sethiya is a result-oriented professional having more than 19 years of rich cross-category experience in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments in various categories like Steel, Real estate and Consumer electronics. He has played a key role in positioning SYSKA LED as a thought leader brand within the category and in the strategic lateral expansion of the brand in more than 5 new product segments in last 5 years making SYSKA a household name for millions of customers across geographies, gender and age. Apart from marketing, Amit is passionate about music, writing and public speaking. He has been a Radio Jockey with Akashwani’s FM channel in Mumbai for 8 years and also takes keen interest in teaching B-School students from leading institutes in the country.

Puneet heads Kantar India’s Specialist Business – this spans Syndicated Services, Digital Measurement, Life Sciences, B2B and Technology. Additionally, he is working towards building an eco-system of data alliance partners that help address client requirements through passive data. He also mentors Kantar’s Insights Division businesses in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

Over the last 25 years, Puneet has worked with organizations such as Kantar and Pepsico in India and the Middle East.

Some highlights of his career include setting up the Retail practice within Kantar in India, anchoring a strong relationship with Pepsi India as the account lead including setting up a continuous Retail Audit for Pepsi Beverages India and helping setup the Household Purchase Panel in Saudi Arabia.

He has worked extensively on FMCG, Media, Retail, Telecom, Technology and B2B Marketing categories.

Puneet has also presented 5 papers at MRSI including one that was awarded the best paper for cutting edge work.

Vijay Iyer leads the enterprise business for Amazon Ads in India. He is a Digital Media leader with over 15 years of experience in building businesses and has spearheaded planning and execution of initiatives across digital advertising, social media and video with P&L ownership.

Pratima Harite heads the Asia Pacific CSR & Philanthropy, at Lenovo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Lenovo. She is responsible in building strong charitable partnerships across Asia Pacific’s diverse markets, increase employee engagement in alignment with the new global volunteer benefit and evaluate the impact of Lenovo’s strategic charitable investments in Asia Pacific underscoring Lenovo’s global philanthropy and Foundation’s mission of smarter technology for all.

Pratima brings a gamut of experience to Lenovo. Having worked for two major Indian conglomerates (Reliance Anil Ambani Group and Wadia Group), she led the CSR wing with various lines of businesses ranging from financial, power and FMCG to name a few. Prior to that Pratima worked for over 15 years at a senior level in varied global financial institutions one of which was Standard Chartered India where she responsible in building the CSR function from the ground up leading to several of her initiatives being integrated at a corporate level.

She is a subject matter expert in the areas of Women Empowerment, education, financial literacy, vocational training, and healthcare. During her spare time, she works pro bono with non-profit organizations supporting them in developing communication strategies and fundraising. Pratima is based in Mumbai where she lives with her husband and 17-year old daughter.

Ankesh Kumar is a seasoned management professional with over two decades of leadership experience across diverse domains such as Marketing Communication, Product Management, E-Commerce, and Strategy & Planning. His expertise spans the IT Physical Infrastructure and Low-voltage Security & Fire Industry, where he has made a significant impact at both global and regional levels.

Currently spearheading Global Marketing Strategy & Campaigns for the Commercial & Industrial Segments & Channels within Schneider Electric's Secure Power Division, Ankesh brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to the table. Prior to this he lead Marketing Role in India and International (APJ, MEA, SAM) Region in Schneider Electric.

His career journey kicked off with a brief stint in Advertising at Ogilvy, paving the way for a remarkable B2B marketing trajectory with renowned organizations like Emerson, Honeywell, and now at Schneider Electric.

Throughout his career, Ankesh has played instrumental roles in transformative initiatives, including establishing integrated marketing functions, orchestrating innovative product launches in high-growth markets across Asia & Africa, navigating complex business transitions and global acquisitions, leading global re-branding & digital customer experience projects, and introducing award-winning digitally enabled channel loyalty programs and B2B e-Commerce portals. Notably, his global campaign designs tailored to diverse segments and channel personas have set industry benchmarks.

Ankesh is based in Mumbai, holds a BE in Computer Engineering from MIT Aurangabad and an MBA in Marketing from ITM Business School, Navi Mumbai. He has Advance Certification in Business Sustainability Management from University Of Cambridge, Six Sigma Green Bel and Certified Data Center Professional.

Chintan is Co-founder and CEO of mFunnel.ai (an AI powered customer acquisition platform). He comes with over 18 years of experience in digital marketing with a deep understanding of how to leverage AI, data and analytics for real business outcomes. As the Co-founder and CEO of mFunnel.ai he heads sales, marketing and product development globally. In the past, he has worked at Madison as a head of digital products and performance marketing for brands like McDonalds, Godrej, Marico, Pidilite, Blue-Star to name a few.

With Over 20 years of experience across diverse industries like Banking, Telecom and Insurance sectors, Prasad, a Digital First Marketer has passion for technology, innovation and customer centric approach. He is a firm believer in the process of ideation – experimentation – learning fast – succeeding faster and scaling up cheap. He has been crucial in establishing data driven digital marketing campaigns, MarTech and transformation setups across organisations.

A Chemical Engineer from UDCT and MBA from JBIMS, Prasad is currently working with Kotak Life as EVP & Head – Digital Business. Prior to Kotak Life, he has worked with HDFC Life, Tata Docomo, Vodafone, ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank managing various roles in Digital, Product & Brand management, Customer Lifecycle Management and Strategy & Business Planning.

The work done by Prasad in the field of full funnel marketing and customer life cycle management has resulted into 20+ case studies with various media and communication partners such as Google, Meta, Netcore and received 70+ awards. Prasad has also won individual accolades such as Innovation in Marketing by International Advertising Association (IAA India 2023), Top 100 Digital Marketers 2023 by Adlift, DMA Trailblazer Awards 2023, Elets Insurance Innovation Award 2023.

Prasad is a though leader, who is often invited to share his insights at various Marketing, Martech & Insurance Industry events and forums such as iMedia, AdTech, IAMAI, Adworld, Programmatic Asia Symposium, Adobe Experience Makers, India Insurance Summit, Google Master Class, Brand Marketing conclave etc.

Prasad is on the advisory board of iMedia and Adtech Brand Summit India and was also one of the jurors on Adword Showdown 2022/3, Drivers of Digital (DoD) 2022/3, YouYube Works Awards 2023, Sparkies awards 2023 etc.

Prasad finds solace in the travelling, immersing himself in the tranquil embrace of nature’s beauty, where he seeks the serenity of solitude amidst its vast expanse.

Delnaaz is a seasoned professional adorned with over 17 years of illustrious experience in the realms of Sales, Marketing (both Traditional and Digital), Customer Experience, and General Management within the dynamic landscape of Lifesciences. With an expertise spanning across diverse sectors including Medical Devices, OTC, Pharma, and Consumer Healthcare, she has honed her craft in steering brands to unparalleled heights of success.

Her journey is a tapestry woven with intricate threads of strategic prowess, as she has adeptly navigated the intricate paths of sales, marketing, brand establishment, and category development across a spectrum of segments, each at varying stages of their lifecycle. A maestro in leadership, she has fearlessly led teams and businesses through the tempests of external challenges, all the while remaining steadfastly committed to fostering accelerated growth and prosperity.

Furthermore, her repertoire boasts a rich tapestry of experiences in the integration of multiple businesses, seamlessly orchestrating both internal synergies and external acquisitions with finesse and precision. In the grand symphony of corporate dynamics, she stands as a virtuoso, harmonizing complexity into cohesion, and uncertainty into opportunity.

In essence, she embodies the epitome of excellence, a visionary luminary whose journey through the corridors of Lifesciences has left an indelible mark, illuminating the path for others to follow.

Medhavi Singh is the Country Head for Criteo India. She is responsible for driving growth and strategic partnerships while strengthening Criteo’s new and existing partnership with advertisers and agencies in India.

Chandrahas leads Demand Facilitation for Magnite India, with a primary focus on building key strategic demand-side relationships with leading media agencies, DSPs and advertisers. With more than 13 years of experience in media and advertising technology, Chandrahas previously held senior positions at MediaMath, Oracle Advertising, Times Internet and Disney+ Hotstar.

Shishir is a marketing leader with 11+ years of experience across the FMCG, media, and consumer tech industries. He has worked across multiple marketing and business roles, successfully shaping and growing brands such as Complan, Star Sports, IPL, and Disney+Hotstar. In his current role, Shishir is responsible for leading brand marketing and strategy for Tata CLiQ, the Tata Group's flagship e-commerce initiative.

Saurabh Srivastava, the Chief Operating Officer of Digital Business at Shemaroo Entertainment, brings over 17 years of rich professional experience across diverse sectors. His multifaceted expertiseestablishes him as a driving force within the dynamic digital media and entertainment landscape.

With his dedication to innovation, excellence, and strategic acumen, Saurabhcontinues to drive Shemaroo's success in the ever-evolving digital arena, actively shaping its future trajectory.

Saurabh's illustrious career includes significant accomplishments at esteemed organizations such as Disney Star India, Marico, and Coca-Cola India. His exceptional leadership and strategic vision have consistently set him apart. Throughout his tenure in these influential positions, he has achieved remarkable success in this dynamic industry.

Saurabh's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Studio Samsara in Malaysia, where he played a key role in establishing an omnichannel model including both e-commerce and offline retail, alongside crafting a robust digital marketing strategy, showcasing his expertise beyond traditional corporate roles.

Academically, Saurabh holds an MBA from XLRI Jamshedpur and a Dual Degree BTech + MTech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Delhi, reflecting his well-rounded knowledge and skills across disciplines.

Rupali is a visionary digital leader with a proven track record of 20+ years in driving successful transformations and delivering innovative solutions for enhanced customer experiences and business growth. With expertise in Digital Strategy, Automation, and Marketing Technology, Rupali excels in MarTech, Digital Marketing, and data-driven strategies. Certified in leading Technology Clouds, Analytics Platforms, and Product Management, she has delivered ambitious projects for renowned organizations like Vodafone, Zee5, and Merck. Currently leading Digital Marketing & Transformation at Dr.Reddy's Laboratories, Rupali continues to drive progressive business-impacting initiatives.

Geetanjali is known for innovation and strategic thinking in marketing and communication. She comes with incredible industry experience establishing herself as a prominent thought leader.

Currently, she is the Chief Marketing Officer at Future Generali India Life Insurance. Prior to this, Geetanjali was with Bharti AXA Life and General Insurance for over 11 years. Under her leadership, the companywitnessed exceptional growth and garnered numerous accolades in marketing campaigns. Her ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities has earned her a reputation as a result-oriented marketing leader.

Recently, Geetanjali was awarded the ‘Futuristic CMO: Retention-First Thinker Award’ at the Pitch CMO Awards 2023.

With more than a decade of experience across specialised role including Account Management, Business development, Analytical Research & Insight Strategy, Media Planning, Branding & Communication.

Have worked with companies in the past like RK Swamy, Reliance Big FM, Disney Star, BARC & currently part of GroupM Nexus Advance Tv

In Current Job, I have been driving Addressable Tv solutions across brands in GroupM for West Region.

Tanisha is an experienced professional and has made significant contributions to the success of various companies. Currently serving as the Director of Growth and Strategy at WebEngage, she plays a crucial role in scaling the company and driving its expansion through various go-to-market marketing strategies.

Throughout her career, Tanisha has been involved in the growth stories of several notable SaaS companies, including Stack Overflow. Her expertise lies in developing and implementing strategic plans that fuel rapid growth and maximize the potential of these organizations.

Shaurya is an experienced professional with over a decade of work experience in India and Southeast Asia. He has worked across multiple industries and is passionate about creating engaging stories that positively impact businesses.

Shaurya's expertise in digital marketing has helped him deliver award-winning campaigns across various categories. In his previous role, he led digital marketing efforts for OPPO in the SEA region. He played a crucial role in making the brand digital-first by focusing on enhancing customer experience and enabling omnichannel customer journeys.

Before that, Shaurya spent five years as a key member of the e-commerce team at HDFC Life. Currently, he is a part of Jio Entertainment Services and works towards the growth of JioTV.

Amaresh Godbole is the CEO, Digital Technology Business at Publicis Groupe India. In this role, Amaresh leads the Groupe’s digital experience and technology agencies Digitas India and Indigo Consulting, as well as the Publicis Commerce D2C practice. Prior to this, Godbole was Head of Creative and Capability at Google India, and he also has a history of over a decade with Publicis Groupe, where his last role was CEO, Digitas India.

Amaresh has been recognised in prominent industry accolades such as Campaign’s Asia Pacific 40U40, IMPACT magazine 40U40, and Campaign's ‘Most Admired Agency Leaders in Asia’ amongst others. A regular speaker at key events, he has also been a contributor to industry bodies such as ASCI, helping them shape digital regulation.

M V S Murthy is a data-driven marketer with a strong focus on driving growth in three key areas: revenue, customers, and value. As CMO of Federal Bank, he has put the brand at the intersection of ‘Segment, Scale and Sustainable’.

What sets M V S apart is the rare blend of corporate experience and entrepreneurial acumen that he brings to the table. He has honed his skills across top banking, insurance, and broking organizations, while also co-founding an enterprise collaboration software start-up catering to large-scale organizations with over 500 employees.

Beyond his role as a Chief Marketing Officer, M V S also serves as a sounding board for CXOs who have transitioned into the entrepreneurial space and entrepreneurs seeking to navigate the corporate world. His mentoring and learning-by-sharing approach provide valuable insights and guidance to individuals seeking to make similar professional transitions.

With his vast knowledge, experience, and forward-thinking mindset, M V S Murthy continues to make significant contributions to the Federal Bank's marketing efforts, driving growth, and positioning the Bank as a leader in the industry.

To Explore the various aspects of utilizing Marketing Technology (Martech) tools and strategies specifically tailored for mobile devices & to provide valuable insights into the effective utilization of a Mobile - Centric Martech stack, Enabling organizations to navigate the challenges and opportunities in Mobile Marketing.

The session will cover a range of topics relevant to the evolving landscape of OTT and Connected TV advertising, providing an opportunity to share valuable insights and experiences on how one can achieve the right balance between the two.

To Explore the various aspects of utilizing Marketing Technology (Martech) tools and strategies specifically tailored for mobile devices & to provide valuable insights into the effective utilization of a Mobile - Centric Martech stack, Enabling organizations to navigate the challenges and opportunities in Mobile Marketing.

It can provide valuable insights into the complexities of balancing Customer Acquisition and Retention strategies, Offering Practical Approaches for businesses to navigate this dynamic landscape.

It can serve as a foundation for a comprehensive discussion on the Potential, challenges, and future directions of Programmatic Advertising.

It can provide valuable insights into the strategies, challenges, and future trends associated with creating a seamless Customer Experience through Personalized Marketing.

This can provide a comprehensive overview of the Ever - Changing Trends in the Evolution of Advertising in the Television space touching upon the points of Potential disruptions, Emerging technologies, and the Industry's response to future challenges.

This will cover the multifaceted role of brands leveraging automation in the Digital India narrative, providing insights into the opportunities, challenges, and impact on various sectors of the economy.