TEDxNMFC

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• Aham Sharma

  Actor

  Aham Sharma is an Indian actor from Salimpur, Bihar, India. Best known for his work in Indian television, he has also featured in several Bollywood films including 1962 My Country Land which premiered at Marche du Film of the 69th Cannes Film Festival.

• Akshay Seth

  It’s For You Real Estate | Co-Founder, BrokerApp | Founder, ReadPro (Acquired by Magicbricks)

  Akshay Seth is a visionary real estate innovator and tech-first entrepreneur with a proven track record of solving India’s most complex challenges in the real estate ecosystem. With over a decade of experience across real estate technology, brokerage networks, and buyer experience, he has consistently built businesses that bridge industry gaps with scale and purpose He successfully founded and scaled ReadPro, India’s leading CRM platform for real estate developers and brokers, and led its strategic integration with Magicbricks, part of the Times Group. This landmark partnership transformed ReadPro from a promising startup into a national platform trusted by over 100,000 users, setting new benchmarks in PropTech performance and adoption in the country . Akshay is now leading his next venture as the Founder of It’s For You, joining hands with BrokerApp as Co-Founder to establish a premium buyer representation and high-net-worth property advisory brand.

• Chintan Sheth

  Chairman and Managing Director at Sheth Reality

  Mr. Chintan Sheth, the visionary promoter behind SHETH REALTY, has embarked on a remarkable journey in the real estate industry, driven by a rich legacy of family ties to the construction world. His educational background includes schooling at the prestigious Doon School, a Bachelor's in computer engineering from Mumbai University, and a Master’s degree from Columbia University, New York, where he specialised in analytics and machine learning, which laid the foundation for a sharp, analytical mind.

• Dr Farzan Ghadially

  Founder and CEO of VER (Vighanharta Eternal Resources)

  Dr. Farzan Ghadially is the Founder and CEO of VER (Vighanharta Eternal Resources) an independent Multi-Family Office and Wealth Advisory Firm that provides holistic solutions to the HNI, UHNI for Investments, Structuring, Family Business Transition, Succession and Estate Planning with offices in India and representative offices in Dubai, London and Singapore. He is also an Angel Investor, Professional Faculty at Centre for Family Business & Entrepreneurship SP Jain Institute of Management Studies & Research (SPJIMR). He is also a mentor and Investment Committee member at AIC-RMP a leading Incubation Centre supported by the Government of India; Independent director, columnist and a renowned author.

• Dr Mahira Menghani

  Dentist- Turned Life Coach

  A dentist by training, her early career was derailed by an abusive marriage and mounting financial struggles. By the age of 26, she found herself a single mother — 42 kilos overweight, drowning in debt, and stuck in a teaching job that felt more like survival than purpose.

• Dr. Anjalika Atrey

  consultant psychiatrist, sexologist, de-addiction specialist, and psychotherapist

  Dr. Anjalika Atrey is a consultant psychiatrist, sexologist, de-addiction specialist, and psychotherapist based in Mumbai. She focuses on complex cases including treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, and addiction. A certified provider of IV ketamine therapy, she uses advanced, evidence-based interventions for patients who haven’t responded to conventional treatments. Known for her empathetic approach and sharp clinical insight, Dr. Atrey works with individuals, couples, and families to help them break unhealthy patterns and reclaim their mental well-being. Her TEDx talk reflects her mission to foster emotional resilience, destigmatize psychiatric care, and challenge deep-rooted societal taboos.

• Dr. Rishika Tawri Atal

  orthodontist and a parenting coach

  Dr. Rishika Tawri Atal is an orthodontist and a parenting coach who authored the book TinyTots, BigTantrums exclamation mark cap T i n y cap T o t s comma cap B i g cap T a n t r u m s

• Dr. Swiddle D'Cunha

  I/C Principal

  Swiddle D'Cunha, based in Mumbai, MH, IN, is currently a In-charge Principal at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce and Science.

• H.C. Dr. Pallavi Nikhilesh Divekar

  Environmentalist

  Pioneer of Terrarium making in Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. Zoologist, Honorary doctrate holder, D.Litt holder, Founder of Raanmitra- The Eco Club, Garden gappa, Terrarium Ecosystems. Owner of Youtube channel Pallavi's lifestyle vlogs and Eco Gardens, FB page Terrarium Ecosystems with 160+ Awards and recognitions Internationally, Nationally and Regionally.

• Hardik Shah

  Group Director at Avvirahi Group of Companies

  Currently serving as a Group Director at Avvirahi Group of Companies is spearheading the group which has developed Commercial and Residential Masterpieces across Mumbai and Gujarat. Hardik Shah honed his leadership and oratory skills from Childhood , having won the "Best Elocutionist" award all over Mumbai for three consecutive years and developed scientific and technical acumen by winning the gold medal at Dr. Homi Bhabha science talent competition in Mumbai at the young age of 11.

• Melwin Saji

  Student

  Melwin Saji is an emerging leader and analytical thinker currently pursuing his Bachelor in Accounting and Finance at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College, Mumbai University. He is driven by the conviction that true leadership requires both analytical rigor and the power of a clear voice.

• Navy Vijay Ramavat

  MD, Indira Securities

  A visionary leader with over 16 years of expertise in market intelligence and a passion for technology. Navy Ramavat has been instrumental in transforming Indira Group, one of Central India’s leading stock brokerage firms established in 1987, into a forward-looking company aiming to become a digital-first powerhouse. He is committed to democratizing financial inclusion by creating innovative and accessible trading solutions for millions of Indians. Navy has been an active trader since 2012, with over a decade of hands-on market experience. Remarkably, he has faced loss in just one year, staying consistently profitable through all others. From starting at zero, he has built a multi 100 crore net worth. His journey reflects rare discipline, long term focus, and market mastery.

• Pratibha Badurkar

  Mind Trainer and Business Coach,

  Pratibha Certified Mind Trainer, Business Coach, Author, and an Energy Healer dedicated to helping individuals and entrepreneurs break through mental, emotional, and energetic blockages to create a life of purpose, clarity, and success.

• Runki Goswami

  Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Newgen Software.

  Runki Goswami is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Newgen Software. She has been recognized for her contributions to the company's growth and marketing strategies. Runki has expressed enthusiasm about Newgen's achievements, including being recognized as a "Niche Player" in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Business Orchestration and Automation Technologies. She also hosts the "Innovator's Podcast" where she discusses the latest trends and innovations in technology with industry expert

• Sapna Navin

  Founder and CEO, The Luxe Version

  Sapna Navin Founder & CEO, THE LUXE VERSION Sapna Navin is an entrepreneur, interior designer, writer, and mother who advocates for women’s empowerment and purposeful living. Through her brand, THE LUXE VERSION, she redefines luxury—not merely as aesthetics, but as an expression of strength, elegance, and authenticity. Recognised by the Global Excellence Awards for Innovation and Excellence in Luxury Interiors – South India, Sapna has built a brand that transforms spaces into soulful experiences, inspiring people worldwide to design homes that reflect their highest selves.

• Shruti Tiwari

  Fractional CMO | Founder, GXO Studio | GTM Strategist | Media All-Star 2024

  Shruti Tiwari is more than just a leader. She’s a rewriter of rules. From the bustling lanes of Allahabad to the boardrooms of New York, she’s carved a global path defined by reinvention, cultural clarity, and joyful power moves. As former Managing Director and Head of Content & Media Strategy at Ogilvy North America, Shruti built an award-winning practice from the ground up—powering growth for Fortune 100 brands like Instagram, Formula 1, Verizon, Patrón, and Vail Resorts. Under her leadership, Ogilvy earned Adweek’s 2023 Global Agency of the Year, and Shruti herself was honored as an Adweek Media All-Star in 2024. She has spoken at SXSW, Adweek, and leadership summits across three continents.

• Vikas Marwah

  Chief Executive Officer, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited

  Twice featured among India’s Top 50 Marketing Leaders by premier industry forums, Hall of Fame 2025 and ET Ascent Business leader 2023, Vikas Marwah brings over three decades of influence, innovation and impact to the automotive and mobility ecosystem. As CEO of Lumax Auto Technologies Limited—part of the prestigious DK Jain Group and one of India’s foremost Tier-1 auto component manufacturers—he is widely acknowledged for introducing breakthrough collaborations and pioneering products that have reshaped the Indian market.

• Vineet Reila

  Serial entrepreneur and crisis management specialist

  Vineet Relia Crisis Manager & Specialist Vineet Relia is a crisis manager and specialist who turns crisis into opportunity—a skill forged by surviving 213 civil lawsuits, 11 criminal FIRs, and being "Allegedly Accused No. 10" in the collapse of a ₹1,000 crore real estate company. Today, he transforms turmoil into resolution. As Managing Partner of Inojo Interim Management, he provides crisis leadership to leading Japanese multinationals. He Co-Founded ScrapCart, an AI-powered scrap management platform, and as Managing Director of UrbanBriq, has settled 2,300+ families from distressed projects. His book, Confessions of a Crisis Manager, is scheduled for release in 2026 with one of India's leading publishers.

• Vivek Verma

  Managing Director Spray Engineering Devices Limited

  Mr. Vivek Verma, is the Founder & Managing Director of Spray Engineering Devices Ltd. (SED), established in 1992. A pioneer in energy-efficient thermal engineering, he developed world-first boiler-less sugarcane processing technology, eliminating biomass burning. His patented Low Temperature Evaporation (MVR) systems drive zero-carbon, low-energy industrial processes globally. He holds 56+ innovation and 60+ design patents, with SED operating in 40+ countries.

• Yusuf Poonawala

  Chief Experience Officer LUX Voyages By Yusuf

  Yusuf Poonawala is an International Business Coach, luxury travel entrepreneur, and the Amazon best-selling author of The Balanced Leader. With 30+ years in the global travel industry , as a Senior Vice President in a MNC Travel Conglomerate, and a life story marked by fire, fraud, and fierce resilience, Yusuf now empowers others to turn setbacks into purposeful success.