The Department of Management and Commerce at the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), Brindavan Campus, will host the Industry Leadership Conclave from 10–12 July 2026.

The three-day conclave will bring together distinguished leaders from academia, industry, law, technology, and venture capital to explore the future of leadership, innovation, ethics, and entrepreneurship.

The conclave reflects SSSIHL’s philosophy of Integral Education by combining contemporary business and technological insights with the values of ethical leadership, character development, and social responsibility.

The programme will be held in the august presence of Sri K. Chakravarthi, IAS (Retd.), Chancellor of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning.

Day 1 – Friday, 10 July 2026
Theme: Ethics, Law, and AI Innovation

The opening day focuses on the evolving relationship between technology, governance, and innovation.
• Data Protection and Technology Laws in the Age of AI by Ms. Vasanthika Srinath, Founder & Managing Partner, Arnava Legal.
• Future of AI-Powered Education in India by Sri Raghav Gupta, Head of Education, India & APAC, OpenAI.
• Lean Innovation Workshop, a hands-on session led by Sri Narayanan Ganapathy, Co-Founder & Director, Bambucorn.

Day 2 – Saturday, 11 July 2026
Theme: Strategic Leadership and Values-Based Action

The second day will feature keynote addresses and discussions on leadership, management education, and corporate values.
• Inaugural Address by Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL.
• Keynote Address by Sri R. J. Rathnakar, Managing Trustee, Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust.
• Chief Guest Address by Sri Madhu Veeraraghavan, Pro-Vice Chancellor, MAHE, on “Future Proofing the MBA: Depth, Breadth, and Judgment in the Age of AI.”
• Special Address: “Doing the Right Thing: Leadership Lessons from Ratan Tata” by Sri Harish Bhat, Former Brand Custodian, Tata Sons, and author.
• The day concludes with a cultural presentation, “Mystic Vibes,” by SSSIHL alumnus Sri V. Muthu & Band.

Day 3 – Sunday, 12 July 2026
Theme: Venture Capital, Deep-Tech, and Impact Ventures

The final day is dedicated to entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation.

Panel Discussion I: “What Investors Want? From Interesting to Investible Ideas”
Moderated by Sri Narayanan Ganapathy, Co-Founder & Director, Bambucorn, the panel features:
• Sri Navin Honagudi (Elev8 Venture)
• Sri Ankit Bengani (Marwar Capital)
• Sri Sanjeev Yamsani (VenturEast)
• Ms. Uthara Iyer (Colossa Ventures)
• Ms. Preksha Sharma (Campus Fund)
• Sri Ravi Bhamidipaty (Management Consultant)

Panel Discussion II: “Building for India’s Real Problems: Deep-Tech, Climate & Impact Capital”
Moderated by Smt. Chandra R. Srikanth, Executive Editor, Moneycontrol.com, with:
• Sri Abhilash Sethi (Omnivore VC)
• Sri Mustafa Wajid (Transition Energy Fund)
• Sri Arjun Rao (Speciale Invest)
• Ms. Sanjana Manku (Axilor)
• Sri Srikanth Bhagavat (Hexagon Capital Advisors)

The conclave will conclude with a Venture Clinic, featuring an Investor Reality Check jury panel moderated by Sri Raghu Cavale, Founder, Fractal Works.

The Industry Leadership Conclave offers students, faculty, entrepreneurs, and professionals a valuable platform to engage with leading voices from industry and academia. Through discussions on artificial intelligence, leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and ethical business practices, the conclave seeks to prepare future leaders who combine professional excellence with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to societal well-being, in keeping with the vision of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

Event Schedule: SSSIHL Industry Leadership Conclave | 10-12 July 2026 | Event Schedule