TEDxIIMShillong

Speakers

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• Aku Zeliang

  Entrepreneur

  Founder of Urra design, Objects by Aku Zeliang and Creative director of Cane Concept and Heirloom Naga Centre

• Ashish Chopra

  Recruiter

  As a recruiter at Google, Ashish Chopra has dedicated his career to connecting exceptional talent with world-changing opportunities. His journey reflects a deep passion for understanding people, purpose, and potential.

• Commander Preeti Yadav

  Commander

  Commander Preeti Yadav, a retired Indian Navy officer and Project & Change Manager at Deutsche Bank, reflects on the lessons of leading through uncertainty. Her talk reveals how courage, clarity, and trust can guide us even when the path ahead is undefined.

• Dr. Deepak Vohra

  Indian Diplomat

  Ambassador Dr. Deepak Vohra is a distinguished Indian diplomat and currently serves as the Special Advisor in Africa. With decades of experience representing India across continents, he has been instrumental in strengthening international relations and development partnerships.

• Kevin Missal

  Author

  National bestselling author and CEO of Hubhawks, Kevin Missal has captivated readers nationwide with his powerful retellings of Indian mythology and contemporary storytelling. Celebrated for his Kalki and Raavanputra Meghnad series, he bridges ancient narratives with modern inspiration.

• Narendra Chaarag

  Brigadier

  Brigadier Narendra Chaarag, a decorated officer of the Indian Army, embodies resilience, leadership, and self-discipline forged through years of service to the nation. His experiences in high-stakes environments have shaped his philosophy of perseverance and purpose.

• Priyanshi Sharma

  Journalist

  Journalist and Co-Founder of Peek TV, Priyanshi Sharma represents the voice of India’s emerging generation of storytellers. With her creative ventures and fearless approach to media, she has championed unconventional narratives that inspire authenticity.

• Uma Sudhir

  Executive Editor at NDTV

  Uma Sudhir, Executive Editor at NDTV, has spent decades chronicling India’s most defining moments — from natural disasters to movements of hope and resilience. Her fearless journalism and human-centric reporting embody both compassion and conviction.