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Theme: Kintsugi

This event occurred on
April 4, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm IST
(UTC +5.5hrs)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
India

Kintsugi, the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold, beautifully symbolizes resilience and transformation. It teaches us to embrace imperfections, celebrating the cracks as sources of strength and growth. Just as Kintsugi turns flaws into beauty, it reminds us that our challenges shape us into something uniquely valuable.

Main Auditorium
New Horizon College of Engineering
Bellandur Main Rd, Kaverappa Layout, Near, Marathahalli
Bengaluru, Karnataka, 560103
India
Event type:
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Speakers

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Arvind Rathore

Industry Leader
Mr. Arvind Rathore is a visionary leader in digital transformation, IT governance, and strategic leadership. With expertise in Global Capability Centers and IT services, he has led global programs, cloud transformations, and business growth for Fortune 500 companies. A gold medalist engineer and MBA graduate, he specializes in Agile, Lean, and Six Sigma. Recognized with honors like DASA’s Inspiring Leader Award (2022) and YourStory’s 100 Emerging Voices (2019), he continues to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

Harsha Prabhakar

Advocate of Legal Literacy
Harsha Prabhakar is a legal professional, educator, and founder of Coffee with Counsel, a podcast dedicated to simplifying complex legal concepts for the public. A law graduate from BMS College of Law with a commerce background, he has won seven national-level law competitions and founded Utkarash, BMSCL’s first-ever law fest. Through Coffee with Counsel, he bridges the gap between law and society, featuring India’s top legal minds. His work in legal advocacy and education aims to make legal knowledge more accessible to all.

Neole Anna Cornelio

Sprinter
Neole Anna Cornelio is a rising Indian sprinter, excelling in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay. She has represented Karnataka over 15 times, earning multiple national medals, including a silver at the 22nd National Junior (U20) Federation Athletics Championships with a time of 12.14 seconds. Her personal best of 11.89 seconds showcases her potential for international success. Training under Ms. Bindu Rani Gowda at Sri Kanteerava Stadium, Neole’s dedication and resilience drive her forward. She aims to break the 11-second barrier and inspire young athletes to pursue their dreams.

Ridhi Arora

Corporate Finance and Actress
Ridhi Arora is a finance professional at Deloitte, specializing in mergers and acquisitions in Europe. She previously worked at Duff & Phelps (now Kroll), where she assisted private equity firms with valuations. With a strong background in corporate finance, she has established herself as a skilled professional in the industry. Beyond finance, Ridhi is a recognized child actor, starring in Bollywood films like Hichki and TV series such as Shake It Up and Hello Pratibha. A national theatre award winner, her journey from finance to the arts showcases her dedication, versatility, and passion for excellence.

Suhas Rajkumar

Architect of Modern Mobility
Suhas Rajkumar, a serial entrepreneur and designer, has built four startups in just five years. As the founder of Simple Energy, he combines his passion for motorcycles and sustainability to reshape the EV industry, making electric mobility more accessible and user-friendly. Driven by customer-centric innovation, he envisions a future where EVs are not just an alternative but the preferred choice. Through Simple Energy, he is redefining transportation standards, pushing for a greener, more sustainable world.

Typical Kannadiga

Youtuber, Influencer
marketing with digital excellence. Typical Kannadiga is a popular influencer known for his engaging content on automobiles, fitness, and lifestyle. With a strong YouTube presence, he mixes humor and regional flavor to create a deep connection with his audience. A passionate biking enthusiast, he shares expert insights on vehicles and maintenance, making his platform a go-to space for automobile lovers. Through strategic brand collaborations and authentic engagement, he has carved a niche in the digital world, standing out in a crowded influencer space.

Vyom Bhatia

Founder, Marty Martin
Vyom Bhatia, founder of Marty Martin, is a dynamic entrepreneur bridging brands with Gen-Z through creative-led social media strategies. His agency has worked with top brands like Flipkart and Healthify, delivering impactful digital solutions. His entrepreneurial spirit ignited in high school, selling websites to local businesses, leading him to AI and innovation. From sharing insights on YouTube to being featured in podcasts and publications, Vyom has experience in investment and has funded multiple startups. His journey inspires those driven by passion, persistence, and bold ideas.

Organizing team

Manoj
R V

Bengaluru, India
Organizer

Nivedita
Ghai

Bengaluru, India
Co-organizer