Registration & Networking

Welcome To People Matters GCC Talent Summit

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Outlook of GCCs in India 2025

A deep dive into the growth, transformation, and future trends shaping India’s booming GCC ecosystem. Explore key drivers, evolving models, and emerging opportunities for 2025 and beyond.

Pushkaraj Bidwai

CEO,
People Matters

Expert Outlook: GCCs at an Inflection Point: Talent Strategies for Leading Transformation and Driving Exponential Growth

Join KPMG's Shalini as she unpacks the key forces shaping GCCs and shares actionable strategies for leaders to drive exponential growth. Explore emerging trends, best practices, and frameworks for advancing up the value chain, embracing digital transformation, optimizing talent strategy, and fostering innovation.

Shalini Pillay

Partner & India Leader- GCC,
KPMG

Merging Compassion and Technology for a Healthier Future: The Phygital Care Model

Convergence of physical and digital healthcare solutions is empowering Employees, caregivers, and Corporates alike. Powered by artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, this model is not just enhancing efficiency, but also enabling a more proactive, preventative, and personalized approach to healthcare.

Sudhir Patro

Head Of New Business,
HCL Healthcare

CHRO Perspective: Driving Change: Leadership and Mindset Shifts in GCCs

Join CHROs as they discuss the crucial role of leadership in navigating change within GCCs. This panel will explore essential mindset shifts for promoting agility, resilience, and strategic alignment, particularly in the context of digital transformation.

Kavita Kurup

Chief People Office,
UST

Rajarshi Choudary

Head of People and Culture,
Amadeus India

Community Connect: Brewing Conversation Over Tea/Coffee

Expert Outlook: The New GCC Playbook: Building a Talent-Driven Future in India

This session will equip CHROs, GCC Heads, and Tech Leaders with actionable insights to navigate transformation—leveraging data, technology, and a strong employer brand to attract, retain, and develop top talent.

Santosh D'souza

Director,
LinkedIn India

Case Study - Decoding Success with Lowe's: Building a Future-Ready Workforce

This case study delves into Lowe's India's holistic approach to talent management, highlighting the key strategies that have enabled them to attract, develop, and retain top talent, foster a culture of innovation, and contribute significantly to Lowe's global success.

Vidya Munirathnam

Vice President – Human Resources,
Lowe's India

The Future of Pay in India 2025: Payroll as a Strategic Growth

Discover how to transform your payroll function into a strategic asset. ADP will share insights from their latest report on the future of pay in India by 2025, covering AI, compliance, and personalized financial well-being, providing insights into gaining a competitive edge.

Sundar KV

CFO & Vice President of Finance,
ADP (India & Southeast Asia)

Majid Ali Khan

CXO & Head HR,
CMS IT Services

Cheshta Dora

Head - Research, Content & Community,
People Matters

Refuel & Refresh - Lunch of the Champions

Beyond Benefits: Proactively Building a Preventive Healthcare Culture in GCCs

Explore the rise of preventive healthcare in GCCs. This fireside chat examines how proactive, tech-driven health strategies, including AI and data-led interventions, can build a healthier workforce and reduce long-term costs.

Anurag Bhatnagar

Chief Institutional Business Officer,
Medibuddy

Spotlight Dialogues: Cracking the Code: Building a High-Impact Learning Culture in GCCs

This Spotlight Dialogue delves into the critical elements of a thriving learning culture within GCCs. Experts will share insights and best practices for creating an environment that fosters continuous learning, drives employee engagement, and fuels innovation.

Bob Philips

Founder,
Skills Cafe

Karthik Mulakaluri

Director - Talent Development,
Omega Healthcare

Manavi Pathak

Head of Learning & Development,
Samsung R&D Institute

Case Study - The Power of Appreciation: Lessons from Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India

Join Mahesh, VP-Human Relations at Mercedes-Benz R&D India, for an insightful case study on building a high-performance culture. This session will explore the strategies and initiatives implemented by Mercedes-Benz R&D India to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Mahesh Medhekar

Vice President India-Human Relations,
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India

CXO Perspective: The GCC Transformation: From Cost Centers to Innovation Hubs

Explore how GCCs are redefining their role as strategic partners, driving innovation, operational excellence, and global business impact.

Monica S Pirgal

Managing Director & Site Head,
Neiman Marcus Group

Sanjeev Ravindranathan

VP Global Finance Shared Services,
HARMAN International

Sriram Gopalswamy

Vice President, Site Reliability Engineering,
Sabre

Gitanjali Singh

Head of Strategy
Enparadigm

Quick Caffeine Fix - Tea/Coffee Break

Spotlight Dialogues - Hiring and Retention in 2025: Why Trust Matters

With resume fraud on the rise, trust is paramount in hiring. This Spotlight Dialogue delves into the challenges of candidate dishonesty, the benefits of robust background checks, and how to build a culture of trust for improved retention.

Daryl Pinto

Director TA,
Microsoft

Pradeep Deshpande

Director - Talent Acquisition,
CGI

Piyush Peshwani

Co-Founder and CEO,
OnGrid

Tech-Powered GCCs: Harnessing AI and Automation for Strategic Growth

Discover how GCCs are leveraging AI, automation, and data analytics to unlock new levels of efficiency, productivity, and customer engagement.

Ekhlaque Bari

AI + Human Evangelist

Shape the Future of GCCs - A Hands-On Origami Experience

After a day of strategic discussions and insightful sessions at the People Matters GCC Leadership Summit 2025, this interactive Origami workshop offers a unique opportunity for leaders to unwind, engage their creativity, and reflect on the key takeaways of the day in a fun and hands-on way.

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