##### The Leadership Reset:

##### Building Future-Ready Enterprises

##### 31 Oct 2025: Hotel Aurika, Mumbai

##### CII-IMD
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##### 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Aurika, Mumbai

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##### Background

The world today demands a new kind of leadership—one that is resilient, agile, and future-focused. Amidst volatile geopolitics, rapid technological disruption, and evolving workforce expectations, enterprises are being compelled to rethink how they operate, compete, and lead. The traditional models of leadership no longer suffice; what’s needed now is a fundamental reset.

Against this dynamic backdrop, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) will be organizing the maiden edition of the National Leadership Summit on on 5th June 2025, at The Leela, Mumbai. This year’s theme, “The Leadership Reset: Building Future-Ready Enterprises,” reflects the critical need for enterprises to shift mindsets, rewire systems, and embrace leadership that is bold, collaborative, and adaptive. It is not merely about responding to disruption but about reimagining what it means to lead and create value in the future. To this end, this initiative also closely aligns with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision for structured, solution-oriented, and globally competent leadership, reinforcing the need to build leadership capabilities that drive India's economic progress and global standing.

The Summit will feature keynote addresses, high impact panel discussions, and interactive conversations that cut across critical leadership frontiers—from agility and transformation to technology, people, and resilience. Through curated conversations and shared experiences, participants will be equipped the foresight, tools, and collaborative outlook needed to build enterprises that are not only future-ready but future-responsible. The Summit will also convene India’s top business leaders, policymakers, and changemakers to reimagine leadership for the future.

This national initiative also coincides with the completion of 15 years of the CII Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership, an institution dedicated to leadership development and building competitiveness across industry. Over the years, the Centre has played a key role in equipping leaders with the skills and strategic thinking necessary to drive India’s growth and engage with global thought leaders to foster knowledge exchange.

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##### Speakers

Mr. R Mukundan

##### President Designate, CII and Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals

Mr. Chandrajit Banerjee

##### Director General, CII

Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia

##### Chairman, CII-Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership and Chairman, Ambuja Neotia Group

Dr. Janmejaya Sinha

##### Chairman - India, Boston Consulting Group

Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan

##### Chairman, Axilor Ventures & Co-Founder, Infosys

Dr. Frédéric Dalsace

##### Professor of Marketing & Strategy, IMD Business School, Switzerland

Mr. Shashwat Goenka

##### Vice Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group

Dr. Amit Joshi

##### Professor of AI, Analytics & Marketing Strategy, IMD Business School, Switzerland

Mr. Suhel Seth

##### Founder and Managing Partner, Counselage India

Mr. Rudra Chatterjee

##### Managing Director, Luxmi Tea

Dr. Marleen Dieleman

##### Professor of Family Business & Strategy, IMD Business School, Singapore

Mr. Pramod Bhasin

##### Operating Partner, Kedaara Capital Investment Managers

Mr. Rahul Mishra

##### Fashion Designer

Mr. Kulin Lalbhai

##### Vice Chairman, Arvind Ltd

##### Agenda

##### DAY I: 30 October 2025

CII-IMD Leadership Masterclass

1230 – 1330 Hrs. | Registration & Lunch |
1330 – 1345 Hrs. | Welcome Address |
1515 – 1545 Hrs. | Networking Break |
1345 – 1515 Hrs. | Masterclass Session I | Dr. Mark Greeven Professor of Marketing & Strategy IMD Business School
1545 – 1715 Hrs | Masterclass Session II: | Dr. Amit Joshi Professor of AI, Analytics, Marketing Strategy IMD Business School
1715 – 1745 Hrs. | Q&A Session |

##### DAY II: 31 October 2025

##### 0830 – 1000 Hrs. Registration & Welcome Tea/ Coffee

1000 – 1100 Hrs. Inaugural Session

##### Welcome Address and Moderation by:

##### Mr. Chandrajit Banerjee

Director General, CII

##### Special Address by:

##### Mr. R Mukundan

President Designate, CII, Chairman, CII Leadership Summit and Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd

##### Leadership Address by:

##### Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia

Chairman, CII-Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for Leadership and Chairman, Ambuja Neotia Group

##### Keynote Address by:

##### Shri Nitin Gadkari

Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India

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##### Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw

Minister of External Affairs of India, Government of India

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##### Shri Devendra Fadnavis

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra

##### Closing Remarks by:

##### Dr. Janmejaya Sinha

Chairman - India, Boston Consulting Group

##### 1100 – 1115 Hrs. Networking Break

1115 – 1215 Hrs. Leading with Agility Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty

As global tensions reshape trade routes, regulations, and market dynamics, leaders must operate with sharper foresight and greater adaptability. The need to read weak signals, recalibrate swiftly, and lead through ambiguity is more urgent than ever.

This session will delve into how senior leaders navigate geopolitical volatility — turning risk into resilience and uncertainty into strategic advantage. Participants will understand models for agility in decision-making and learn how to future-proof global operations in a rapidly shifting landscape.

##### Suggested Speakers:

##### Mr. T V Narendran

Global CEO and Managing Director, Tata Steel

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##### Mr. K. Krithivasan

CEO, Tata Consultancy Services

##### Mr. Satish Reddy

Chairman, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

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##### Mr. Dilip Shanghvi

Chairman and Managing Director, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

##### Mr. Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Ex-Foreign Secretary, Government of India

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##### Mr. Kanwal Sibal

Ex-Foreign Secretary, Government of India

##### Session Chair:

##### Dr. Naushad Forbes

Co-Chairman, Forbes Marshall

##### 1215 – 1230 Hrs. Networking Break

1230 – 1330 Hrs. Leading Transformation: Navigating Change at Scale

Transformational leadership requires far more than setting bold goals—it demands clarity of vision, alignment across functions, and the discipline to sustain momentum over time. It also calls for the courage to challenge status quo, inspire collective ownership, and embed change deep into the organization’s DNA.

This session will examine how successful leaders’ architect and execute large-scale change, particularly when navigating entrenched structures, cultural inertia, and external disruption. Participants will gain insights into steering transformation with precision and purpose—balancing speed with sustainability and vision with operational rigor.

##### Suggested Speakers:

##### Mr. Sanjiv Bajaj

Past president, CII and Chairman & Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv Limited

##### Mr. Naveen Jindal

Chairman, Jindal Steel & Power

##### Ms. Priya Nair

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Hindustan Unilever Limited

##### Mr. Vir S Advani

Chairman & Managing Director, Bluestar

##### Mr. Shailesh Chandra

Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd

##### Mr. Vellayan Subbiah

Chairman, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited, and Chairman & Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited

##### Mr. Nilesh Gupta

Managing Director, Lupin

##### Dr. Pawan Kumar Goenka

Chairperson, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe)

##### Mr. Deepinder Goyal

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Zomato Limited

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##### Mr. Abhiraj Singh Bhal

Co-Founder & CEO, Urban Company

##### Session Chair:

##### Mr. R Mukundan

President Designate, CII, Chairman, CII Leadership Summit and Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd

##### 1330 – 1430 Hrs. Networking Break

1430 – 1515 Hrs. Transforming Indian Brands into Global Icons

Indian companies are no longer content with being local champions — they are aiming to stand tall on the global stage. With a rich legacy of entrepreneurship, innovation, and cultural depth, India has the potential to shape brands that resonate worldwide. Yet, creating a truly global brand requires more than just quality products; it calls for vision, consistency, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences across geographies.

The session will explore the journeys of Indian brands that have successfully expanded beyond borders, the challenges they faced, and the strategies that helped them scale globally. Leaders will discuss how Indian enterprises can leverage heritage, innovation, and adaptability to create enduring global brands while staying rooted in Indian values.

##### Fireside Moderator:

##### Mr. Suhel Seth

Founder and Managing Partner, Counselage India

##### Speakers:

##### Mr. Rudra Chatterjee

Managing Director, Luxmi Tea

##### Ms. Aashti Bhartia

Non-Executive Director, Jubilant FoodWorks

##### Mr. Rahul Mishra

Fashion Designer

##### 1515 – 1530 Hrs. Networking Break

1530 – 1645 Hrs. Navigating the Tech Tide: Strategies to Cope, Manage, and Grow

With AI, automation, and digital convergence redefining business as usual, leaders must now take an active role in shaping their organization’s technology narrative. It’s not just about adoption — it’s about integration, governance, and value creation.

This session will focus on how leaders can embed technology into core strategy, manage the risks of digital acceleration, and build adaptable, innovation-driven enterprises. Participants will leave with frameworks to scale digital maturity and drive sustained competitive advantage.

##### Suggested Speakers:

##### Ms. Arundhati Bhattacharya

Chairperson & CEO, Salesforce India

##### Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan

Past President, CII Chairman, Axilor Ventures & Co-Founder, Infosys

##### Ms. Ipsita Dasgupta

SVP & MD - HP India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka

##### Mr. Praveer Sinha

CEO, Tata Power

##### Mr. Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Infosys

##### Mr. Arun Srinivas

Managing Director & Country Head, Meta India

##### Mr. Gaurav Banerjee

Chairman, CII National Council on Media & Entertainment (M&E) and Managing Director and CEO, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI)

##### Moderator:

##### Mr. Ajay Vidyasagar

Regional Director – Asia Pacific, YouTube

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##### Ms. Gunjan Soni

Country Managing Director (India), YouTube India

##### 1645 – 1700 Hrs. Networking Break

1700 – 1815 Hrs. Winning the Talent Game in Family Businesses: Attracting and Retaining the Best

Attracting and retaining high-quality talent remains one of the biggest hurdles for family businesses today. While they offer stability, legacy, and strong values, family enterprises often face perceptions of limited growth, lack of professional governance, or family favouritism. At the same time, next-generation leaders and professionals expect transparency, merit-based growth, and global exposure. Balancing these dynamics is key to ensuring family businesses not only survive but thrive in a competitive talent market.

The session will explore strategies to strengthen the employer brand of family businesses, create transparent and merit-driven cultures, and design compelling career paths for both family and non-family professionals. It will also address governance models that build trust, reward frameworks that retain top talent, and practices that blend tradition with modernity. Participants will gain actionable insights into making their enterprises true talent magnets in today’s evolving landscape.

##### Suggested Speakers:

##### Mr. Anant Goenka

Vice-Chairman, RPG Group

##### Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan

Past President, CII Chairman, Axilor Ventures & Co-Founder, Infosys

##### Mr. Harish Lakshman

Chairman, Rane Group

##### Mr. Neville Tata

Head of Star Bazaar (Trent Hypermarket Division), Trent Ltd. (Tata Group)

##### Ms. Gauri Kirloskar

Managing Director, Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd.

##### Ms. Ananya Birla

Board Director at Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd

##### Ms. Nadia Chauhan

Joint Managing Director & Chief Marketing Officer, Parle Agro

##### Ms. Nyrika Holkar

Executive Director, Godrej & Boyce (G&B), Godrej Enterprises Group

##### Moderator:

##### Dr. Janmejaya Sinha

Chairman - India, Boston Consulting Group

##### 1815 – 1830 Hrs. Networking Break

1545 – 1645 Hrs. Developing High-Performing Teams: Strategies for Lasting Impact

High-performing teams don’t emerge by accident—they are built through intentional leadership, trust-building, and cultural alignment. In a world of hybrid work, diverse expectations, and rapid change, leaders must evolve how they nurture collaboration and unlock potential.

This session will spotlight practices that elevate team performance—from fostering psychological safety to aligning purpose and accountability. Participants will learn actionable tools and best practices to strengthen cohesion, resilience, and shared ownership in their teams.

##### Suggested Speakers:

##### Mr. Challa Sreenivasulu Setty

Chairman, State Bank of India (SBI)

##### Mr. Siddhartha Mohanty

Chairperson, LIC of India

##### Mr. Rohit Jawa

Managing Director & CEO, Hindustan Unilever

##### Mr. Sunil A. D'Souza

Managing Director and CEO, Tata Consumer Products Ltd

##### Mr. Mohit Joshi

CEO and Managing Director, Tech Mahindra

##### Mr. Rishad Premji

Executive chairman, Wipro

##### Dr. Ric Roi

Affiliate Professor of Leadership and Organization, IMD

##### Moderator:

##### Dr. Janmejaya Sinha

Chairman India, Boston Consulting Group

##### 11645 – 1700 Hrs. Networking Break

1830 – 1900 Hrs. Special Plenary

##### Keynote Speaker:

##### Mr. Shashi Tharoor

Member of Parliament and Chairman, Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, India Former Under-Secretary-General, United Nations

1915 – 2000 Hrs. Valedictory Session

##### Guest Speaker:

##### Sadhguru (Jaggi Vasudev)

Founder & Head of the Isha Foundation

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##### Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Spiritual Leader & Founder, Art of Living Foundation

##### 2000 Hrs. onwards Cocktails and Dinner

##### Why Attend the CII Leadership Summit?

- ##### Enable leaders to reframe their leadership approach amidst geopolitical uncertainty

- ##### Equip enterprises with strategies to drive large-scale transformation

- ##### Strengthen the leadership agenda around building high-performing teams

- ##### Inspire a culture of resilience and inner strength in leadership

- ##### Enable leaders to reframe their leadership approach amidst geopolitical uncertainty

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##### Who Should Attend?

##### Business Leaders across sectors (CEOs, MDs, CXOs)

##### Strategy and Innovation
Heads

##### Transformation and Digital Officers

##### HR and Leadership Development Heads

##### Entrepreneurs and Start-up Leaders

##### Investors, Board Members, and Family Business Owners

##### Senior Policy Professionals and Public Sector Leaders

##### Management Consultants and Leadership Coaches

##### Who Should Attend?

- Business Leaders across sectors (CEOs, MDs, CXOs)
- Strategy and Innovation Heads
- Transformation and Digital Officers
- HR and Leadership Development Heads
- Entrepreneurs and Start-up Leaders
- Investors, Board Members, and Family Business Owners
- Senior Policy Professionals and Public Sector Leaders
- Management Consultants and Leadership Coaches

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