Mentor / Expert / Advisor Profile
Tanya Gupta
Tanya Gupta is an author, technocrat, mentor, and global speaker specializing in AI and cybersecurity. A seasoned technical coach and content creator, she brings over several years of international leadership experience across the IT ecosystem, working at the intersection of technology, strategy, and people. She currently serves as the Regional Director (North) for the Women in Tech community and is an active mentor with leading global organizations including Women in FinTech (WIFM), AnitaB, and Women in AI (WAI), where she supports emerging leaders and technologists worldwide. Tanya is the author of Discovering The Silver Bullet, a practical and thought-provoking guide that demonstrates how Agile, Six Sigma, Lean, and other project management methodologies can be applied far beyond traditional IT environments, driving impact across industries and leadership roles.
Abhilekh Verma
Abhilekh Verma is a founder, mentor, content creator, global AI speaker and technical coach who has had a decade of experience in the IT industry working with Sales Teams and Corporate Training Roles. He was a corporate trainer at KPMG Gurugram before jumping on the wagon of Entrepreneurship. He is a mentor at Startup bootcamp, Wadhwani Foundation and runs Microsoft Azure Developer Community, ADP List, Omdena for Hyderabad. He is also a mentor at INSEAD Singapore, Startup World Cup USA, Mercedes Benz, IIT Guwahati, Kanpur and Microsoft for Founders Hub. He is a Microsoft MVP in AI and winner of the Copilot Innovation Award for Societal Impact, Netherlands.
Ambarish Dwivedi
Ambarish Dwivedi is an accomplished business leader and sales strategist with extensive experience in business development, team leadership, and market expansion. Currently serving as Vice President (Sales and Promotions) at IndiaMART InterMESH Limited, he has played a significant role in driving organizational growth, strengthening customer engagement, and building high-performing teams across diverse markets. Based in Gujarat, he is recognized for his strong market understanding, collaborative leadership style, and results-oriented approach. Ambarish has received multiple recognitions for his outstanding professional contributions, including several “Best Performer of the Year” awards and leadership honors for team excellence and workplace culture. He has also completed executive learning programs from prestigious institutions such as the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. Alongside his corporate achievements, he actively shares insights on leadership, personal growth, reading habits, and professional development, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and people-centric leadership.
Awneesh Kumar
Awneesh Kumar is the Founder & CEO of Integrated Hydroponics India Pvt. Ltd., an agri-tech company focused on developing scalable, technology-driven hydroponics and protected cultivation solutions. With a strong combination of engineering expertise and agricultural innovation, he is committed to transforming conventional farming into a high-efficiency, climate-resilient agribusiness model. Academically, Mr. Kumar holds a B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering and an M.Tech in Agricultural Technology, with a particular interest in Hydroponics Technology and specialization in precision-controlled soilless farming systems. Under his leadership, INHYDRO delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions that include greenhouse design, engineering, hydroponic systems, automation, protected cultivation infrastructure, and agribusiness consulting. The company works closely with entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and government organizations to establish sustainable and commercially viable modern farming operations, contributing toward the advancement of smart agriculture and food security in India.
Neeraj Kumar
Neeraj Kumar is the Managing Director of DeLaval India Pvt. Ltd., a Swedish multinational company and part of the Tetra Laval Group, based in Pune, India. DeLaval has more than 40 years of global expertise in the dairy industry and provides advanced technologies and solutions to improve dairy farm productivity and sustainability. In his role, Neeraj leads DeLaval’s operations across India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal, focusing on strategic growth and technology adoption in the dairy ecosystem. He holds a degree in Chemical Technology from Harcourt Butler Technical Institute, Kanpur, and an MBA from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune. With over three decades of experience, he has held leadership roles in organizations such as Alfa Laval, Amcor, and Tetra Pak, contributing to innovation, operational excellence, and the introduction of advanced technologies in agriculture, dairy, and food processing sectors.
Dr. Gaurav S. Shishodia
Dr. Gaurav S. Shishodia is a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, author, and strategic content creator with extensive experience across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, wellness, and business strategy. His multidisciplinary approach combines clinical understanding with entrepreneurial vision, focusing on sustainable healthcare systems, evidence-based wellness practices, and scalable business models. He has actively contributed to the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors with a strong emphasis on quality standards, regulatory compliance, and responsible industry growth. Dr. Shishodia is the Founder and Managing Director of Lemford Biotech Pvt. Ltd. and the Founder of Welkin Healthcare and Ekrav Healthcare. He also serves as a Partner at AKC Pharmaceuticals, Director at Warcraft Nutrition Pvt. Ltd., and Designated Partner at Femmesafe Healthcare LLP. Beyond healthcare, he leads ventures in personal care and retail, building credible brands with a focus on innovation, strategic communication, and long-term global growth.
Mr. Jitendra Tomer
Mr. Jitendra Tomer is a seasoned IT leader with over 35 years of professional experience and is currently serving as Chief Information Officer at IL&FS. As a Chief Information Officer (CIO), he has demonstrated strong expertise in IT strategy, digital transformation, datacentre management, cybersecurity, and governance. He has consistently aligned technology initiatives with business objectives, working closely with senior leadership to drive growth, compliance, and operational excellence. He has led large-scale technology implementations across platforms such as Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Dynamics, and has extensive experience in enterprise architecture, infrastructure, and business process re-engineering. His technical strengths include datacentre operations, cloud and disaster recovery planning, IT security, and emerging technologies like IoT and MIS.