XLRI's PGDM(GM) programme showcased its prominence on the global stage with the successful culmination of the AVENSIS International CEO Conclave. Organised by the Communication Club, Auracia, the event attracted some of the world's most accomplished business leaders, who shared profound insights, experiences, and visions for the future of the industry.
In response to the evolving business landscape, this year's conclave, themed "Beyond Boundaries: Sustain, Innovate & Transform," underscored the crucial necessity for global leaders to adapt to challenges and seize emerging opportunities. The event served as a platform for celebrating exceptional leaders, the "Visionaries," actively shaping the future of global business.
The day began with a grand inauguration by Fr. Donald, Director Finance and Dean Academics at Xavier Institute of Management. The first panel focused on the USMCA region, delving into the intersection of Climate Policy and Corporate Leadership. Moderated by Fr Kuruvilla Joseph Pandikattu SJ, the panel featured luminaries such as Michael Rodyniuk, President & CEO of Canadian Aviation Partners; Michael Koh, Founder & CEO of BuySellBA; and Sumeet Salwan, Co-Founder of CEO.Works from New York.
The subsequent panel explored the Evolving Regulatory Landscape in APAC: CEO Compliance and Governance, featuring leaders like Charles Manuel, CEO of FreshIdeas; Ajit Stephen, CEO of Centelon; Anant Sahay, CEO of Lexx Technologies; and Abhishek Singh, CEO of Sawitpro.
The EMEA panel discussed Navigating Global Shifts: Sustainability, Innovation, and Economic Power in the EMEA Region, with speakers including Dan LeClair, CEO of the Global Business School Network; Rajesh Gupta, CEO of Mahindra Group; Shybu Padmanabhan, CEO of Infomap Global; Rajiv Warrier, CEO of Choithrams; and Dr. Kumarshankaran Aiyar, Founder CEO of PLETHORA MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS FZ, LLE.
The global session concluded the day with a focus on Paper to Pixels: Digital Transformation Adoption, featuring Craig Fernandes, CEO of Securemyscholarship; Ritesh Patel, Founder & CEO of Chrysaliis; Sanjeev Dasgupta, CEO of CapitaLand Investment India; and Rishi Mehta, President and CEO of WAISL Limited.
AVENSIS 2023 proved to be a landmark event, providing a platform for interactive discussions, networking, and valuable insights. The conclave highlighted the brilliance of industry trailblazers and inspired the next generation of leaders. The international CEO Conclave, themed 'Beyond Boundaries - Sustain, Innovate, and Transform,' marked its impressive 3rd edition as a resounding success, thanks to the wisdom shared by distinguished speakers that encouraged participants to push past limits, foster innovation, and transform.
