TEDxBVCOE

Speakers

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• Abhay Mitra

  Financial Coach

  Abhay Mitra is a trader, mentor, and financial coach focused on helping individuals develop practical trading skills and disciplined financial habits. His work centres on simplifying market concepts and guiding learners toward structured, risk-aware approaches to trading. Through mentoring and coaching, he has worked with aspiring traders to improve decision-making, emotional control, and consistency in execution. His approach emphasises clarity over complexity, with a focus on building repeatable systems rather than chasing short-term gains. In addition to trading education, he engages with a broader audience through digital platforms, where he shares insights on market behaviour, mindset, and financial awareness. His work aims to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and real-world application, enabling individuals to approach trading with greater confidence and control.

• Ankit Jain

  Entrepreneur

  Ankit Jain is a visionary entrepreneur and the Co-Founder and CEO of Cosmos Pumps, a leading manufacturer and exporter of advanced dewatering solutions based in India. With a career rooted in mechanical engineering and industrial innovation, Ankit has transformed Cosmos Pumps from its humble beginnings in 2013 into a global industry leader known for its cutting-edge technology and sustainable engineering practices.

• Arjun Chopra

  Podcaster

  Arjun Chopra is a leader in CX and Data Analytics dedicated to bridging the gap between complex data sets and genuine human experiences. As the head of a dynamic team of BI and Digital Analytics professionals, Arjun collaborates with global brands to turn "big data" into actionable strategies that predict and exceed customer expectations. Beyond the corporate sphere, Arjun is the host of the 'CX with Chopra' podcast, where he explores the vital intersection of marketing, operations, and analytics. A frequent speaker at business schools and international conferences, he is committed to mentoring the next generation of leaders to see data not just as numbers, but as the key to unlocking better business outcomes.

• Deepak Wadhwa

  Trader 💹| Mentor🎯

  Deepak Wadhwa, the Founder & CEO of TRADERSloop, is a renowned entrepreneur and a highly successful full-time trader. He is now sharing his remarkable success story, filled with struggles and thrills, while helping individuals become full-time traders. With his acquired knowledge and seven years of market experience, Deepak assists aspiring traders in minimizing the learning curve and achieving success. After dedicating 22 years to the business of chemicals, Deepak decided to take a break and pursue his passion for the stock market. Initially faced huge losses due to lack of knowledge , and encountered numerous individuals including brokers and advisors, whose advice resulted in significant losses too. These setbacks not only impacted Deepak financially but also caused prolonged mental distress. Within a span of six months, he lost nearly 80% of his capital.

• Deval Soni

  Pilot

  Captain Deval Soni is a distinguished A320 Commander with a leading major airline, boasting over 6,000 flying hours. He is also the co-founder of Golden Epaulettes Aviation, a premier pilot training organization dedicated to shaping the future of aspiring commercial pilots. Captain Soni is deeply passionate about mentoring the next generation of aviators. Over the past 17 years, he has trained more than 4,500 aspiring pilots, with an impressive 95% of his students now flying for prominent airlines such as Indigo, Air India, and Air Arabia. On a mission to produce world-class pilots and driven by his vision to help every dreamer earn their wings, Captain Soni continues to shape the future of aviation through his unwavering dedication to training and mentorship.

• Dipali Mathur Dayal

  Mrs India 2025

  Crowned Mrs India 2025, Dipali Mathur Dayal emerged victorious among 111 finalists selected from over 6,000 national nominations. Her win at 44 stands as a powerful symbol of resilience, modern leadership, and age-inclusive ambition. She currently serves as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Kestone Utsav, where she leads business strategy, partnerships, and growth within the celebration and experiential economy. She is also Director at Bonjuz and Independent Director at Lagnam Spintex, contributing to board-level strategy and corporate governance. A dynamic entrepreneur and speaker, Dipali is a strong advocate for women’s financial independence, career continuity, and personal agency. She actively champions conversations around balancing leadership, entrepreneurship, and motherhood while mentoring aspiring women leaders.

• Dr Janani Jayapal

  Chief Orthodontist

  Dr. Janani Jayapal is a dentist, Invisalign specialist, and founder of Sculpt Dental Hospital. Based in Chennai, she is known for her work in advanced smile transformations and aesthetic dentistry, combining clinical precision with a deeply compassionate, patient-first approach. As a mother and healthcare educator, she actively promotes preventive oral health awareness among Tamil-speaking families through accessible education and digital outreach. With a strong commitment to empowering individuals through confident smiles, Dr. Janani bridges science, artistry, and community impact — inspiring people to view oral health as a gateway to overall wellbeing.

• Dr. Manjit Hans

  Senior Vice President & Content Head, Zee Network

  Dr. Manjit Hans is a media visionary and academic strategist who has spent over two decades scripting the evolution of regional entertainment. Holding a Ph.D. in Media & Entertainment and a legacy of launching industry-defining platforms like Zee Punjabi, he operates at the intersection of cultural heritage and behavioral psychology. He is a scholar-leader who believes that while the world runs on "Price," the future belongs to the "Priceless."

• Dr. Piyhalli Roy Gupta

  Teacher | Numerologist

  Dr. Piyhalli Roy Gupta is a renowned expert in the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern psychology. As the bestselling author of “Magical Power of Numbers,” she has dedicated her career to decoding the invisible frequencies that shape our personal and professional lives. Dr. Gupta helps individuals and organizations navigate uncertainty. Her work focuses on alignment—whether it is synchronizing the "right time" for a global investment, analyzing the subconscious through handwriting and signature analysis, or utilizing Past Life Regression to heal modern-day trauma.

• Pooja Sahni

  Entrepreneur and strategic business growth expert

  Pooja Sahni is a dynamic entrepreneur and strategic business growth expert, known for helping brands scale with clarity, performance, and purpose. As the founder of 1111 Ecommerce and Winningkart, she brings a results-driven approach to digital marketing, combining deep industry insights with hands-on execution. With a strong foundation in performance marketing, brand positioning, and customer acquisition, Pooja specializes in building scalable systems that drive consistent revenue growth. Her expertise lies in bridging the gap between strategy and execution—ensuring that every campaign is not just creative, but also data-backed and conversion-focused. Pooja has worked with a diverse range of businesses, enabling them to unlock new growth opportunities, optimize their digital presence, and create sustainable marketing frameworks. She believes in leveraging both analytics and intuition to craft strategies that resonate with modern consumers.

• Sabah Iqbal Chithiwala

  Social | Entrepreneur

  Sabah Iqbal Chithiwala is a branding and marketing veteran with deep expertise across Martech, Media, and Communications. Known for her belief in the power of “Great Indian Jugaad,” she specializes in finding smart, effective solutions in a rapidly evolving world. Over her career, she has witnessed and driven transformation across industries, helping brands and businesses adapt, grow, and stay relevant. When she’s not building brands, Sabah enjoys binge-watching with her mom, spending time with her Shih Tzu, and exploring new adventures—always embracing change both professionally and personally.

• Supriya Pal

  National Body Building Champion, Author, Coach

  Supriya Pal is a Breath & Fitness Coach, India’s Natural Women’s Bodybuilding Champion and a Pro Card athlete who embodies the quiet power of self-mastery. An author and former media sales leader with over a decade of corporate experience, her journey reflects a shift from external achievement to deeply intentional living. Today, she works at the intersection of movement, breath and mindset—helping people build strength from the inside out. In her TEDx talk, Supriya brings attention to a powerful yet often overlooked truth: real transformation isn’t loud—it’s built quietly through daily choices. Drawing from her own evolution, she reveals how small, consistent actions—mindful movement, nourishing food, conscious breathwork and mental repatterning—create lasting change.

• Tarun Dokania

  Youtuber | Stock Analyst

  Tarun Dokania is the founder of TABD, a fast-growing financial education platform based in Bangalore. With a background in finance, Tarun began TABD in 2021 as a passion project to explain markets clearly, without jargon, hype, or shortcuts. What started with irregular uploads and early missteps gradually became a serious pursuit, shaped by years of hands-on learning in content creation, storytelling, viewer psychology, and research-driven analysis. Today, TABD stands out for its deep yet accessible breakdown of financial markets, helping viewers understand why things work, not just what to do. Tarun is also a published author of “How I Scored a 760 in 7 Days”, with his second book “The Active Investor” set to release soon through Laxmi Publications. After recently crossing 100,000 subscribers on YouTube, Tarun’s mission is clear: deliver honest, high-value financial content, and reach one million learners by 2026.

• Venkatesh Gomatam

  Startup Founder

  This is where I work. At The Fortitude Keystone, we believe sustainable organizations are built on leadership that is not only capable, but grounded in judgement, clarity and responsibility. In a world accelerating through technology and scale, we help restore the leadership depth that modern systems are not consciously designing for. Through Executive Search and Leadership Advisory, I partner with Founders, Boards, CEOs & Leadership Teams to strengthen decision-making, stabilize leadership layers, and build the functional depth required to scale with confidence. After 30+ years in regional and board-facing leadership roles across global hospitality and investment platforms (including Executive Director and multi-entity Board responsibilities), I founded 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 (𝐓𝐅𝐊) — a boutique Executive Search and Leadership Stability firm.