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Welcome to EmergeTech 2025
India has emerged as a global tech powerhouse, driving innovation and shaping the digital future. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Chennai, and Ahmedabad are hubs of groundbreaking advancements in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech solutions. Indian businesses are not just adapting to the digital age—they are defining it, attracting global attention for their bold innovations and forward-thinking strategies.
But the story doesn’t stop here. As the world races to embrace the future, EmergeTech 2025 is taking this momentum global. Building on India’s dynamic role in technology, this year’s conference will span across the country’s major tech-driven cities and extend its impact to key global markets. From Asia to the Middle East, EmergeTech 2025 will connect thought leaders, innovators, and businesses from around the world to shape the next chapter of technological evolution.
A Glimpse of EmergeTech 2025
Key Topics of Discussion
Insights to Experience
Elevating seamless customer journeys with generative AI. Discover how generative AI is transforming global customer interactions, creating hyper-personalized experiences and redefining engagement.
Harnessing Cloud and Data Centers
Driving digital transformation for business success. Explore strategies for leveraging cloud infrastructure and data centers to enable agility and innovation across diverse markets.
Driving Growth with Purpose
Aligning technology and sustainability. Learn how to integrate emerging technologies with sustainable practices to meet the ethical and environmental goals of global businesses.
Emerging Threats
Anticipating the next wave of cybersecurity challenges. Address the shared challenge of cybersecurity by understanding evolving threats and fortifying digital infrastructures worldwide.
Empowering Innovation
Agenda
Registration and Networking over Lunch
Introduction & Lamp Lighting Ceremony
Welcome Address by Khushbu Soni, Founder & Chief Editor, The Mainstream.
Industry Keynote: India’s Emergence as a Global Tech Powerhouse
Keynote Speaker: Dr. N. Subramanian, Executive Director at Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS)
Panel Discussion: The AI Takeover: How Generative & Agentic AI Will Reshape the Future of Business
Moderator: Balakrishnan Kanniah, VP & CDO – IS, IT and Digital Transformation, ALTEN India
Speaker: Bharanidharan N, CIO, ProConnect Supply Chain
Speaker: Krishna Rajaraman, CTO at Intellect Design Arena Ltd.
Speaker: Rajiv R G, CIO, Bahwan Cybertek
Speaker: Sivasubramanian M., VP & CDIO, JK Fenner (India) Ltd
Speaker: Adini Sudhakar, SVP & Global Head – Enterprise Architecture, Technology and Data Management at AllCargo Group
Partner Presentation by Ping Identity
Seeing is No Longer Believing: Deepfakes and the Crisis of Trust
Speaker: Sreeram Vasudevan, Senior Solutions Architect at Ping Identity
Partner Presentation by SentinelOne
Not all AI is created equal
Speaker: Govil Rajpal, Director – Sales Engineering at SentinelOne
Awards Ceremony 1
High Tea & Networking
Fun Activity (Quiz)
Partner Presentation by Freshworks
Uncomplicate IT. Don’t let complexity hold you back
Speaker: Ujjala Katta, Head of Solution Engineering India & MEA at Freshworks
Fireside Chat: Built for Velocity: Data Centers in the Age of AI & Edge
Moderator: Sunil David, Digital Technology Consultant, ex-IoT Director, AT&T
Speaker: Hariharan Veeramuthu, Global CIO, VA TECH WABAG
Speaker: Srinivasulu Thayam, CTO at Aravind Eye Care System
Partner Presentation by Tata Communications
Digital Fabric for New-Age Enterprises
Speaker: Kaartick Ramasubramanian, General Manager, Solutions Engineering India (South) at Tata Communications Limited
Partner Presentation by Versa
AI-Powered Universal SASE to tackle modern-day cybersecurity challenges
Speaker: Vivek Karthik Suriyanarayanan, Principal Systems Engineer at Versa
Panel Discussion: Emerging Threats: Anticipating the Next Wave of Cybersecurity Challenges
Moderator: Dinesh Babu K V, CISO at Veritas Finance
Speaker: Gowdhaman Jothilingam, Global CISO & Head IT at LatentView Analytics
Speaker: Prabhakar Ramakrishnan, CISO & AVP – IT at TNQ Technologies
Speaker: Sivaramakrishnan N., CISO & Head of Information Security at M2P Fintech
Speaker: Dr. SudalaiMuthu T., Professor and CISO at Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Deemed University)
Speaker: Venkat Krishnan, Vice President CyberSecurity at Olam Information Services Private Limited
Awards Ceremony 2
Closing Note & Group Photo
Networking & Dinner
* Agenda is work in progress and subject to changes
Past Speakers
Khushbu Soni
Founder & Chief Editor, The Mainstream
Speaker
Subramanian Neelakantan
Executive Director, Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS)
Keynote Speaker
Dheepak Rajoo
Chief Information Officer, Royal Sundaram General Insurance Co. Limited
Speaker
Hariharan Veeramuthu
Global CIO, VA TECH WABAG LTD.
Speaker
Rajiv R G
CIO at Bahwan CyberTek
Speaker
Adini Sudhakar
SVP, Global Head of EA
& Technology AllCargo Group
Speaker
Dr. SudalaiMuthu T
Professor and CISO, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Deemed University)
Speaker
Kaartick Ramasubramanian
General Manager, Solutions Engineering India (South), Customer Success Group, Tata Communications Limited
Speaker
Bharanidharan N
Chief Information Officer, ProConnect Supply Chain Solutions Ltd
Speaker
Noiel M. Benedict
CISO, Equitas Small Finance Bank
Speaker
Vivek Karthik Suriyanarayanan
Principal Systems Engineer, Versa
Speaker
Vani Gopalan
Sr. Director of Information Technology, AstraZeneca
Speaker
Krishna Rajaraman
CTO, Intellect Design Arena Ltd.
Speaker
Venkat Krishnan
Senior Vice President – Cybersecurity at Mindsprint (Olam Group)
Speaker
Sreeram Vasudevan
Senior Solutions Architect, Ping Identity
Speaker
Sivaramakrishnan N.
CISO & Head of Information Security, M2P Fintech
Speaker
Dr. Prabhakar Ramakrishnan
CISO & AVP – IT, TNQTech
Speaker
Gowdhaman Jothilingam
Global CISO and Head of IT, LatentView Analytics Ltd.
Speaker
Balakrishnan Kanniah
VP & CDO – IS, IT and Digital Transformation, ALTEN India PVT LTD
Moderator
Sunil David
Digital Technology Consultant, ex- Regional IOT Director, AT&T India
Moderator
Dinesh Babu K V
DVP – Information Security at Veritas Finance
Moderator
Why Attend EmergeTech 2025?
Global Reach, Local Impact
Engage with a diverse mix of thought leaders from India and around the globe to gain a balanced, actionable perspective.
Innovative Insights
Discover the latest trends and technologies shaping the global business landscape.
Collaborative Networking
Build connections with policymakers, innovators, and business leaders, fostering partnerships that transcend borders.
Purposeful Leadership
Learn how to align technological advancements with ethical, sustainable, and secure practices to lead responsibly.
Action-Oriented Sessions
Gain practical tools and strategies to implement innovations in local and international markets.
Diverse Global Insights
Engage with a broad spectrum of thought leaders to get unique viewpoints on how technology is transforming industries and creating new opportunities across diverse regions & markets.
Awards Nominations 2025
Trailblazers of Technology Awards by The Mainstream celebrate the CIOs, CISOs, and top tech leaders who have driven exceptional innovation, digital transformation, and cybersecurity excellence. As part of our exclusive, invitation-only event, these awards honour the region’s most impactful technology visionaries at the second Edition of #EmergeTech2025
As part of the nomination process, nominees are required to complete a submission form detailing their accomplishments, leadership, and impact within their organizations and the broader IT community. The submission form is designed to capture the essence of each nominee’s contributions to the field of technology, with a particular focus on:Â
Digital Transformation:Â Driving significant change within their organization.
Cybersecurity Leadership:Â Enhancing cybersecurity and asset protection.
Innovation:Â Implementing impactful, innovative solutions.
Executive Leadership:Â Guiding teams and shaping industry trends.
Industry Impact: Contributing to the broader IT community through thought leadership.
Step into the spotlight as a leading force in technology at #EmergeTech2025 as Trailblazers of Technology. Submissions will be evaluated by a panel of industry experts. Stand out as a trailblazer in technology, and submit your nomination today for the EmergeTech 2025 Trailblazers of Technology Awards.
Locations
Seattle, USA
Hilton Bellevue, 300 112th Avenue SE, Bellevue, Washington, 98004, USA
17thJuly 2025
03:00 PM Onwards
#ICONSEMERGE-2025
Igniting Leaders - Where Inspiration Meets Transformation
Advancing Economic Access, Industry-Focused Innovation, and Leadership in Technology, Media, and Wellness in the AI Economy.
In a pioneering collaboration, Women in Cloud (WIC) and The Mainstream are proud to present EmergeTech 2025 – The Multicity Roadshow, a global initiative designed to reshape the future of technology, media, and wellness. Through purposeful partnerships and groundbreaking programs, this initiative empowers entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to unlock economic opportunities, foster industry-focused innovation, and drive leadership across key industries while promoting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
Strategies for integrating wellness into tech leadership.
Amplifying voices and perspectives through media.
The role of technology in fostering sustainable, inclusive ecosystems.
Featured Ally Speaker:
A prominent advocate will share insights on allyship, emphasizing actionable steps for advancing equity through advocacy, sponsorship, and collaboration.
Apply to become speaker
Apply to Attend
Apply to access Tech Scholarship
As part of the roadshow, the critically acclaimed ICONS documentary, produced by Women in Cloud, will be showcased. The film celebrates the achievements and challenges of pioneering women in technology, offering inspiration and visibility to women entrepreneurs and leaders globally. Attendees will leave motivated to champion collective action, invest in strategic partnership and lead with ICONIC leadership in their own spheres of influence.
#WomenInCloud | Driving Global Impact: The Multicity Roadshow Experience
EmergeTech 2025 will travel to key cities worldwide, connecting corporate executives, leaders, investors and entrepreneurs to collaborate on creating a future fueled by economic access, innovation, and leadership. Each city will feature:
Interactive Panels
Engaging discussions with industry pioneers.
Exclusive Screenings
Showcasing stories that inspire change and innovation.
Recognition Programs
Celebrating achievements in technology, leadership, and ESG-driven innovation.
Partner with Us
Join us as a partner and elevate your brand at EmergeTech 2025. This is a unique opportunity to position your organization as a leader in the tech space while gaining exposure to a high-profile audience of industry experts, innovators, and decision-makers.
Partners 2025
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Media Partners 2025
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