Past TEDx event

TEDxChrist University

Idea to Empire

Took placeDecember 15, 2025
LocationBangalore, Karnataka, India
FormatUniversity
TEDxChristUniversity, organised by EDEC: The Business Society, is more than an event—it’s a movement of bold ideas and inspiring voices. Each year, we bring together thinkers, leaders, and creators to reimagine possibilities and spark change. Our edition had featured visionary speakers sharing journeys of resilience, innovation, and transformation. Over the years, we’ve hosted changemakers like Sadhguru, Rakesh Chaurasia, Nicolas Grossemay, and more, each leaving a lasting impact. At its core, TEDxChristUniversity is about transformation—nurturing curiosity, amplifying diverse perspectives, and inspiring growth through ideas worth spreading.

Speakers

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  • Abhishek Bansal

    Co-founder and CEO at Shadowfax

    Mr. Abhishek Bansal received his Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Production and Industrial Engineering from IIT, Delhi in 2012. He is CEO & Co-founder of Shadowfax, India’s largest on-demand crowdsourced 3rd party logistics platform. The only B2B2C platform with capabilities to serve multiple end- customer categories - quick commerce, intercity, e-commerce fulfillment and reverse logistics via a single platform. Shadowfax deploys tech-enabled solutions like ML and AI to offer supply that keeps pace with demand in the fast-growing and challenging last mile ecosystem, ensuring a wonderful end-user experience.

  • Aiman Khan

    Content Creator

    Aiman Khan is a dynamic digital creator who has built a powerful presence across YouTube and Snapchat, inspiring millions with her engaging content. Known for her creativity, authenticity, and ability to connect with diverse audiences, she has emerged as one of the region’s most influential voices in the creator economy. Through her journey, Aiman exemplifies how passion, persistence, and storytelling can transform a digital idea into an impactful personal brand.

  • Anil Pinto

    Registrar, Christ University - an academician and thought leader shaping education through creativity and critical inquiry. Known for his deep engagement with literature, philosophy, and higher education policy, Dr. Pinto has been instrumental in fostering an ecosystem where research, ethics, and innovation converge. His leadership reflects a rare blend of intellect, empathy, and cultural vision that continues to inspire both faculty and students alike.

  • CA Bhanwar Borana

    Founder & CEO - BB Virtuals

    CA Bhanwar Borana is the Founder & CEO of BB Virtuals, a leading EdTech platform valued at ₹250 crores. A Chartered Accountant by profession and a professor by passion, he has been teaching Direct Tax & International Taxation for over 14 years, inspiring thousands of aspiring CAs across India. Known for his unique blend of knowledge with fun, he empowers students not just to master tax laws but also to build confidence and rediscover their true potential. Author of India’s first handwritten tax book “COMPACT”, he continues to play the role of guide, mentor, and motivator, shaping the future of commerce education with innovation and heart.

  • Damian Miller

    Co-Founder & CEO, Orb Energy - a global pioneer in renewable energy solutions. With nearly two decades in the solar industry, he’s helped thousands of businesses and homes transition to clean power. His journey reflects how sustainable innovation can drive real change.

  • Dr Anil Pinto

    Registrar, Christ University - an academician and thought leader shaping education through creativity and critical inquiry. Known for his deep engagement with literature, philosophy, and higher education policy, Dr. Pinto has been instrumental in fostering an ecosystem where research, ethics, and innovation converge. His leadership reflects a rare blend of intellect, empathy, and cultural vision that continues to inspire both faculty and students alike.

  • Dr. Biju Toms

    Director, School of Commerce, Finance & Accountancy (SCFA), Christ University. With over two decades in academia, he has shaped generations of students through research, leadership, and mentorship. His approach bridges academic excellence with real-world impact, nurturing the business leaders of tomorrow.

  • Dr. Joseph C. C

    Vice Chancellor, Christ University - a visionary academic and spiritual leader known for his empathy, intellect, and commitment to holistic education. His leadership has shaped Christ University’s culture of excellence, ethics, and innovation at a national and global level.

  • Dr. Santhosh George G

    Founder - Transformation Movement In India

    Santhosh has been serving the most vulnerable children across India for the last 30 years. There are several National level programs he started that include, CURE India www.cure.org.in, (that is now the world's largest Clubfoot program) Children in India www.childreninindia.org, WePlant India www.weplant.in , HealthAshram www.healthashram.in and the Transformation Movement www.transformindia2047.com Santosh has tuned his life in pursuit of solutions for many problems the world is facing today. Be it hunger, malnutrition, growing unhealthy lifestyle, environmental issues, climate change, global warming, water scarcity, treatment for children with Clubfoot, mainstream education for children with disabilities etc. he has very simple program that address many such global issues.

  • Jugnu Oberoi

    Director, Christ University Alumni Association - dedicated to strengthening the bond between alumni and institution. His efforts have expanded global alumni networks, fostering mentorship, philanthropy, and collaborative growth among Christites across continents.

  • Nash Narasimhan

    Head, HP Stores - driving HP’s retail and youth engagement strategies across key markets. A leader who understands both technology and people, he’s passionate about empowering young creators through innovation, storytelling, and digital transformation.

  • Sharan Patil

    Investment Banker - bringing a global perspective to finance, mergers, and capital markets. With a background in high-value transactions and corporate advisory, he represents the next generation of finance professionals driving strategic growth and smart investments.

  • Shreya Malpani

    Director at Malpani Group and Imagicaaworld Entertainment Ltd

    Shreya Malpani leads entertainment ventures at Malpani Group and Imagicaaworld Entertainment Ltd., managing 8 theme and water parks across India. She spearheaded the India launch of Dave & Buster’s, driving strategy from concept to execution and positioning it as a premium F&B and gaming brand. With a sharp blend of strategy and creativity, she continues to expand India’s entertainment landscape while fostering innovation and growth.

  • Subhash Chandra Garg

    Author and Former Finance Secretary Government of India

    An IAS officer of 1983 Batch. Served for 36 years in many interesting and challenging public positions including District Magistrate Rajasamand, Director Agriculture, MD Roadways, Principal Secretary Finance Rajasthan, Joint Secretary Expenditure, Executive Director World Bank, Economic Affairs and Finance Secretary Government of India. Left Government in October 2019, a year before superannuation. Write annual book on Government of India Budgets. In addition has authored The $10 Trillion Dream series. Have written first ever comprehensive real situations history of time in IAS with two books No, Minister and We Also Make Policy. Contribute weekly opinion pieces on policy issues.

  • Vaibhav Khandelwal

    Co-Founder & CTO, Shadowfax - the tech architect behind Shadowfax’s AI-powered logistics systems. A graduate from IIT Delhi, he has scaled automation and real-time analytics to build one of India’s most efficient hyperlocal delivery platforms. His work reflects how innovation can truly move economies.

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