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Vidyalankar Institute of Technology
Vidyalankar Campus, Vidyalankar College Marg, Wadala East
Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400037
India

Abhay Valsangkar

Business communication coach

Abhay Valsangkar is a highly experienced Business Communication Coach with a decade-long track record of empowering 40,000+ participants in mastering their communication skills. He consults with top multinational corporations as a Soft Skills Trainer and Talent Developer, receiving a National Award from the 13th President of India, Shri. Pranab Mukherjee, for achieving AIR #1 in MHRD's ISTD Programme. Empanelled with NSDC as a facilitator for Skill India Mission, Abhay is recognized as an inspiring entrepreneur, featured in over 150 publications across 15+ countries for his achievements, particularly as a "30 under 30" standout

Anuja Sathe

Actress

Anuja Sathe has carved a niche in cinema with her chameleon-like ability to inhabit varied characters, in films such as "Bajirao Mastani", "Blackmail", "Parmanu" as well as notable web series like "Ek thi Begum", "Maharani". Her layered performances, infused with subtle intensity, have solidified her position as a leading actress. Sathe's journey began on the theatrical stage, where she meticulously honed her craft, developing a magnetic presence that transcends screen and stage. Her breakout role in the Hindi soap opera "Tamanna" marked her entry into the television world, paving the way for a trajectory of box office triumphs and critical acclaim.

Dr. Amrapali Pawar

Dr Amrapali Keny- Pawar M.S. (ENT) , F.C.P.S., D.O.R.L Current designation: Senior consultant & Head of Department, K.B. Bhabha municipal hospital, Bandra Current attachments: Prathamesh ENT clinic, Santacruz, Asia Heart hospital & research centre, BKC Criticare Asia multi-speciality hospital, Juhu

Dr. Amrapali Keny-Pawar, a highly regarded ENT specialist in Mumbai, brings over 25 years of experience to her practice at Prathamesh ENT Clinic. As the head of the Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery at K.B. Bhabha Municipal Hospital, Bandra, she also consults at Criticare Hospital, VLSR Clinic, and Sushrut Hospital. A distinguished alumna of Grant Medical College, Mumbai, she completed a Thyroid Cancer Preceptorship at Tata Memorial Hospital. Awarded the Most Reliable ENT Specialist in Mumbai, Dr. Keny-Pawar's holistic approach emphasizes informed decision-making. With numerous research papers and successful management of rare ENT conditions, she remains among the city's best ENT doctors.

Dr. Arvind Ankalikar

EVP & Global Head-Oracle Practice at LTIMINDTREE

Arvind leads Oracle Practice at LTI. A visionary and inspiring leader with over 25 years of experience in the field of business process management, consulting and information technology. He works closely with CxOs in executing several large and complex global transformational programs (multi-countries, multi-cultural) right from strategizing, planning and executing ERP, CRM, SCM and related technologies worldwide. He holds the Doctorate (Ph.D) degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Dr. Makarand Joshi

DIRECTOR Research & Development Establishment (Engrs), Govt. of India, MoD, DRDO

Currently working as Director at R&DE(Engrs), Pune, Dr. Joshi has made a significant contribution to the field of composite materials. From research on materials, design and analysis, development of manufacturing methods, and structural health monitoring technologies, he has fostered a team of scientists and technologists to realise state-of-the-art composite products. Dr. Joshi has over 30 international journal publications and 05 patents to his credit and has been a resource person for a series of international/national conferences. He is the recipient of several prestigious honours in addition to being the Chairman of the Pune chapter of the Indian Society for Advancement of Materials and Process Engineering (ISAMPE), a member of the Institute of Smart Structures and Systems (ISSS) and the AR&DB structures panel chairman. During his tenure, he has steered academia to undertake various projects in applied research.

Dr. S S Mantha

Emeritus Professor at VJTI | Adjunct Professor of National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru, Professor, Emeritus, VJTI

Dr. S S Mantha is an alumnus of Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and VJTI, Mumbai. Currently He works as an Adjunct Professor of the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru and also as Emeritus Professor, VJTI. He is a former Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and has served as President of National Board of Accreditation. He served as Chancellor of the KL University for a period of three years and as Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the SNDT Women's University, Mumbai also for three years. He has implemented several initiatives which promoted transparency and accountability.

Faiz Malkani

Co-Founder - Rippl | 3x Founder | Mentor @ Google for Startups

Faiz is a 3x founder, currently building Rippl, a retention SaaS product that enables companies to richly engage their audience. He has a background in engineering, design, and product management, and works best in a strategy and growth role. Faiz is also a strong advocate for communities, connecting with others and giving back at a grassroots level. He's the founder of Made in Mumbai, a non-profit initiative aimed at scaling Mumbai's tech ecosystem. Outside of work, he splits his time between aviation and football, and is always open to chat about startups, tech, and design.

Gaurav Batra

Founder at Cyberfrat

Gaurav Batra, the visionary founder of CyberFrat, is not just a leader but a captain navigating the uncharted waters of cybersecurity education, awareness and advisory. With a role that transcends traditional business leadership, Gaurav has crafted a unique space that is community-centric and thrives on collaborative innovation.For his amazing work in this space he has been awarded Times 40 Under 40 Leader, India's top 20 InfoSec influencers, Top 100 InfoSec maestros, Data security champion and Many CISO level awards. His global education and awareness campaigns have positively impacted over 1 lakh lives, including a recent noteworthy awareness campaign from Kanyakumari to Kashmir on the theme- InfoSecOnWheels.

Indraneel Shelar

PHOTO DOCUMENTARIST VISUAL STORYTELLER EDUCATOR FACILITATOR

Indraneel Shelar, an Indian Photo Documentarist in Mumbai, holds extensive experience in education across Design, Film, and Advertising schools. With a decade-long expertise, he focuses on crafting industry-focused curricula and innovative teaching methods in digital photography and film studies. His collaborations with directors, industry experts, and scholars led to interactive education programs globally. Noteworthy projects involve collaborations with prestigious brands like Times group, Maharashtra Times, and National Academy of modelling & grooming. Co-founding Orange Vibes Studio, he launched "Pocket Course" during COVID to aid aspiring artists in photography and design. Indraneel's contributions extend to supporting rural learners in India. Recognitions include international exhibitions, Youth Icon by AOL magazine, and awards from Better Photography and Lavasa City.

Major Prajakta Desai

Air Traffic Controller| First UAV Observer Pilot of Indian Army | Tedx Speaker & Motivational Speaker| Animal Rescuer| Mountaineer| Skydive

Major Prajakta Desai, an esteemed Indian Army Veteran and the First Female UAV Observer Pilot, stands out not just for her military accomplishments but also for her diverse pursuits. Her endeavors in animal rescue, fearless skydiving, adventurous hot air ballooning, and participation in pageants like Queen of the World and Mrs. India paint a portrait of an extraordinary individual. Major's inspiring journey, coupled with her guidance for military aspirants, serves as a beacon of empowerment for young women, showcasing resilience and breaking barriers across multiple domains.

Ridhi Golechha

Ridhi is a Counseling Psychologist, Mind-Body Eating Coach & Corporate Trainer from Mumbai. She’s completed her M(Sc) from Nottingham Trent University (UK), is a Certified Mind-Body Eating Coach (Colorado) & an IIN Health Coach (Institute of Integrative Nutrition).

Ridhi is a Counseling Psychologist, Mind-Body Eating Coach & Corporate Trainer from Mumbai. She fuses nutritional science with her mental health practice to tackle emotional eating, weight concerns, body image issues and emotional regulation because she believes that our mind and body are interconnected. She’s dedicated to transforming individuals' relationships with food and body for a healthier, happier, vibrant life. Her work has been showcased in publications such as Vogue and Elle. She’s successfully aided over 800 clients, hosted 50+ webinars and workshops with over 10,000 participants, and conducted corporate workshops for renowned companies like Hersheys, Adobe, Dell and Wells Fargo, as well as various NGOs