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Tangerine Trails at IIM Nagpur Witnessed Industry Leaders Discussing AI in Marketing, Balancing Technology and Much More
Nagpur, December 2, 2024, | Indian Institute of Management Nagpur had the vibrant inauguration of Tangerine Trails with an inspiring address by Director Dr. Bhimraya Metri in the presence of Chief Guest Usha Singh and Guest of Honour Dr. Anil K. Khandelwal.
During the panel discussion, Kanwar Singh, VP Finance, Oracle India, and Viral Rawal, MD, PwC, explored entrepreneurial opportunities and agile strategies. Keynote sessions included Vishesh Sharma, Ex-CMO, and Bajaj Finserv on AI in Marketing, which stressed innovation, balancing technology with human touch, and embracing creativity, with Maestro Bikram Ghosh inspiring attendees through his insights on rhythm as life’s essence.
A Book Session and Valedictory function featured Dr. Thomas Mathew sharing inspiring lessons from Ratan Tata’s leadership journey. He discussed the visionary creation of Tata Nano and Jaguar, highlighting Tata’s humility, nation-first approach, and transformative leadership.
Ashu Gupta, VP SCM, KOYE Pharmaceuticals, shared valuable insights on Supply Chain Management, while Uma Shankar, Supply Chain Head, TE Connectivity, conducted an enlightening workshop on The Bullwhip Effect. The Gen AI workshop by Aishwarya Gupta and a Digital Marketing workshop by Sandesh YK, CEO Spotbuk, were notable events.
The mesmerizing live performance “Mirroring Melodies” by Ved Dhok, Vidushi Shrivastava, and Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty left the audience spellbound.
The book “The 10 New Life-Changing Skills” by Rajesh Srivastava, former MD of Helen Curtis was launched. It inspired the participants to adopt transformative skills and lead with innovation.
Finesse, The Finance Club of IIM Nagpur, hosted a gripping case competition where finalists presented strategic financial solutions, culminating in selecting a winner. A thought-provoking panel discussion on “Decoding Indian Equity Markets” included Mr. Gautam Sinha Roy, Chief – Equity & Fund Manager at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance; Mr. Manish Sonthalia, CIO at Emkay Investment Managers and Mr. Neelotpal Sahai, Director of Indian Equities & Head Offshore Advisory at HSBC Asset Management.
Entrepreneurs Mr. Chirag Gupta, Founder & CEO of 4700BC, and Mr. Ravi Kabra, Co-Founder & Director of Skippi Ice Pops, shared lessons on innovation, resilience, and leveraging the digital boom for growth.
The Industry 5.0 panel, featuring Dr. Subodh Sant and Reena Evans, delved into Supply Chain transformation, emphasizing energy’s role, data awareness, and cybersecurity evolution. Workshops like “Streamlining Success: BPM for a Competitive Edge” by Mr. Amol S. Pandit, Director at Omnilearn (KOED), and “Risk Management Strategies” by Mr. Nitin Makhija, Director of Technology Strategic Risk Management at UBS, offered the participants ample boost up.
In the panel discussion on “From Data Insights to Tangible Business Outcomes,” Mr. Rajkapoor emphasized the importance of applying technology and business analytics to uncover opportunities. Mr. Chetan Dixit discussed efficient data management and the evolution of generative AI.
A dynamic VC pitch competition followed, where aspiring entrepreneurs presented innovative ideas to potential investors, demonstrating creativity, strategic thinking, and actionable opportunities.
The 3-day Tangerine Trails seamlessly blended leadership, technology, and entrepreneurship, offering participants valuable insights and inspiration for professional growth. A lively Bollywood night brought together participants for a celebration of music and camaraderie.
