Career Odysseys

With an illustrious career spanning over 28 years, Anand Kumar Sinha is a distinguished technology leader, renowned for his expertise in IT operations, digital transformation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, ERP, AI, and IoT. Currently serving as the CIO & Global Head IT at Birlasoft, he has led business transformation and technology strategy across diverse industries, including Telecom, Media, FM, IT & ITES. Anand holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in IT from Shobhit University and a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) from MCRP, Bhopal. Honorary Doctorate in Information Technology & Cybersecurity from IIU. Additionally, he has pursued advanced certifications in areas such as AI & ML from IIT Kanpur, Cybersecurity from the Data Security Council of India, Digital Transformation from the Indian School of Business, Certificate in Finance for Tech Leaders from IIT Bombay, CIO to Chief Innovation Officer from IIM Bengaluru, and more, continuously expanding...

A dynamic People & Culture Leader, Business Transformation Strategist, and DEI Advocate, PREETI AHUJA brings over 18 years of HR leadership experience across leading organizations like Atlas Copco, Peak, Alfa Laval, Lear Corporation, Emerson, VMWare, and Larsen & Toubro. Renowned for her ability to engage C-suite executives and leadership teams, she has successfully driven organizational change, leadership development, and high-performance cultures. Recently been appointed as Honorary Director of TDI Programs of Economic Transformation Council (ETC), Preeti is a recipient of Pune Woman Leader 2021 and a Global Women Achiever, Preeti is also a Leadership Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Mentor for Change with NITI Aayog. She specializes in HR business partnering, compensation & benefits, talent management, succession planning, and learning & development. Her expertise in organizational design, coaching, and strategic workforce planning has led to innovative HR intervention...

Meet Janhvie Khele , an accomplished legal and corporate governance professional with over 17 years of extensive experience in the field. Janhvie currently serves as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer at Thermax Ltd., one of India’s top 500 listed companies. Her illustrious career includes pivotal roles in renowned organizations such as Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd., Cummins India Ltd., and AXA Business Services Pvt. Ltd. Throughout her career, she has been a strategic advisor in legal, secretarial, and governance matters, with a strong focus on regulatory compliances, contract management, litigations, and corporate actions. Beyond her core professional commitments, Janhvie is an advocate for corporate social responsibility (CSR) and pro-bono activities. She has led several process improvement initiatives and has been instrumental in training fresh Company Secretary and legal interns. Her achievements have been recognized with several awards, including the prestigious ...

  Abhijit Deshpande , the seasoned Operations Manager at AXA Global Business Services, is a true epitome of leadership and professionalism. With a remarkable career spanning over 19 years, Abhijit has not only excelled in his field but has also left an indelible mark on his colleagues and the organization. Starting his journey with AXA Business Services in January 2006 as an Analyst, Abhijit has risen through the ranks, showcasing his expertise in equities, vendor management, and derivatives. Abhijit holds a Bachelors degree in Commerce from the SRT Marathwada University and an MBA from the University of Pune. Abhijit's tenure at AXA is not just defined by his professional accomplishments but also by his commendable personal qualities. Known for being friendly, level-headed, and supportive, Abhijit exemplifies the qualities of a true leader. His approachable demeanour and unwavering support have made him a beloved figure among his peers, while his strategic mindset and manageri...