Great Place Inclusion Summit 2021
Friday, 22nd October 2021 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Meet Our 2021 Speakers
Abhinav A. Bindra
India's First Individual Olympic Gold Medalist
Kathy Buckley
An award-winning actress, speaker, and hearing-impaired comedian
Harita Gupta
HEAD Asia Pacific and China, Sutherland
Paul Raddon
General Manager and Global Head of Operationsat HSBC Global Service Centres
Harish Bhat
Brand Custodian AT Tata Sons
Nabamita Banerjee
DirectorPartner (Human) Resources at Tata Starbucks
Harish (He/She)
Head DE&I,Axis Bank
Devika Nair
Senior Manager D&I, CSR, Marketing and Communications at Allegis Group
Manish Sharma
Principal Business Technology ZS Associates
Rajiv Sharma
Senior DirectorPeople and Culture at Aristocrat India Development Center
Sachin Sadashiv Narke (He/Him/His)
Chief Learning Officer, Head- Talent Acquisition, and Unit Head HR at Forbes Marshall
Prasenjit Bhattacharya
Director,Great Place to Work® Institute,India
Overview
Great Place to Work® Institute is back with the annual Inclusion Summit which is a leading platform for new voices in the space of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. This year’s theme is “Being a Socially Responsible Brand” – to provoke thinking and action that will help build an inclusive brand for customers and talent.
What inspired the theme?
It goes without saying that the last year has been incredibly challenging for many. Marginalized groups in this country, were even more impacted. Through this Summit, we would hope to recognize and learn from individuals and organizations that were able to remain committed towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion especially during times when it mattered the most.
What’s new in the Great Place Inclusion Summit 2021
Unveiling India’s Best Workplaces in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 2021
Industry specific insights on how to implement workplace inclusion.
Impact of inclusion on customer and talent retention.
Local & Global thought-leaders who are shaping the evolution of DEI.
2021 Key Speakers
Opening Keynote Speaker: India @ 75: Moving from Intent to Action
Abhinav A. Bindra is the first Indian to win an individual Olympic Gold (Beijing, 2008). In total, he won over 150 individual medals in a career that lasted over twenty years. Recipient of the Arjuna Award and the youngest recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, Mr. Bindra was also conferred with India’s 3rd highest civilian award, the Padma Bhushan, in 2009.
Abhinav A. Bindra
India's First Individual Olympic Gold MedalistImmersive Experience on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
An award-winning actress, speaker, and hearing-impaired comedian, Kathy Buckley inspires audiences to overcome adversity by listening to the mind and heart together. Kathy Buckley is a motivational speaker and best-selling author who uses comedy to help audiences understand their gifts, their peers, and their choices. A five-time American Comedy Awards Nominee for Best Stand-Up Female Comedienne, Kathy’s keynote speeches about her challenges interweave humor and storytelling to help people bring more compassion to others—and to themselves
Kathy Buckley
An award-winning actress, speaker, and hearing-impaired comedianInclusion Dialogue II: “Building an inclusive employer brand: War for talent”
Harita Gupta is the Asia Pacific and China Head at Sutherland, leading the business for IT/ITES services across 4 large geographies. Harita joined Sutherland as the Global Head of the Enterprise Business in 2017 & she brings in 3 decades of vast Global experience in the Digital and IT services sector. In her current role - the focus for APAC is to establish Sutherland as a true Digital Transformation & Innovation partner for customers
Harita Gupta
HeadAsia Pacific and China, Sutherland
Inclusion Dialogue II: “Building an inclusive employer brand: War for talent”
"Fundamentally a change person”, Paul has built a strong reputation for successfully leading large scale, rapid transformation, by introducing sustainable technology and behaviour change. Building high performing teams and working with them to drive strong commercial results that improve outcomes for customers and shareholders, is his sweet spot. Having lived in many different countries during his’ career, Paul is a passionate about diversity - bringing together diverse thoughts and perspectives to create effective teams that reflect the needs of customers.
Paul Raddon
General Manager and Global Head of Operationsat HSBC Global Service Centres
Closing Keynote Address: “Being a socially responsible brand - If not me, WHO?
Harish Bhat has held many roles in the Tata Group over the past thirty-four years, including as managing director of Tata Global Beverages, and chief operating officer of the watches and jewellery businesses of the Titan Company Ltd. An avid marketer, he has helped create many successful Tata brands. He writes extensively, and is a columnist for The Hindu Business Line and Mint. In 2019, Linkedin selected him as one of their top voices in India.
Harish Bhat
Brand CustodianAT Tata Sons
Inclusion Dialogue I: “Building an inclusive customer brand: The Right thing to do.
Nabamita Banerjee heads the function, driving all human resources, learning & development, Social Impact, and Diversity & Inclusion priorities for Tata Starbucks. With around 13 years of experience, Nabamita has held various profiles in the Human Resources function including talent management, organisation development, compensation and benefits, business HR and inclusion and shared services. She has led various initiatives at Tata Starbucks since 7 years that are acknowledged as some of the best practices in the industry.
Nabamita Banerjee
DirectorPartner (Human) Resources at Tata Starbucks
Inclusion Dialogue I: “Building an inclusive customer brand: The Right thing to do.
Harish (he/she) is the head - diversity, equity and inclusion at Axis Bank. Previously, he has worked in leadership positions with non profits and experience management firms. Harish is social activist and an impleader in the historic 377 case that decriminalized homosexuality. His name appears in The Guardian's list of 100 most influential LGBT persons in the world.
Harish (He/She)
Head DE&I,Axis Bank
Panelist for Industry Round-Table: Professional Services
Devika heads the D&I and CSR responsibilities for Allegis Group in India and all its operating companies. She comes from a background in D&I and CSR with a keen passion for making workspaces more representative of its community and furthering the value of inclusion within the organization as well as externally. She heads the flagship D&I programs to create inclusive workspaces especially for women and persons with disability within the organization as well as for our clients.
Devika Nair
Senior ManagerD&I, CSR, Marketing and Communications at Allegis Group
Supporting Panel for Industry Round-Table
Manish is a seasoned Business Intelligence and Analytics leader with more than 20 years of overall IT experience. Presently Manish is working at ZS Associates as a Principal (Partner) and is collaborating with top life sciences customers as a trusted partner in building best in class BI and Analytics solutions. Manish is passionate about Inclusion and Diversity and is a member of ZS I&D Council and WLI Core team. He is also motivated to help the lower economic segment of the society.
Manish Sharma
Principal Business TechnologyZS Associates
Panelist for Industry Round-Table: Information Technology
With his cross cultural and multi-industry experience, Rajiv brings diverse experiences and an inclusive mindset to lead the People and Culture team for Aristocrat’s, India Development Center. He is a valued advisor and a sought-after consultant to the management team. Rajiv’s major focus oscillates within four roles namely administrative expert, employee champion, change champion and a strategic partner to business leaders. He is also passionate about travelling and loves discovering new places and cuisines with his same-sex partner of 18 years.
Rajiv Sharma
Senior DirectorPeople and Culture at Aristocrat India Development Center
Supporting Panel for Industry Round-Table
Sachin also leads Diversity and Inclusion initiatives at Forbes Marshall. He began his career with Mahindra & Mahindra, subsequent to which he moved to Tata Motors and led the HR team of Engineering Research Centre. Sachin is well versed in all the areas in Human Relations, with a special interest in Learning and Organization Development.
Sachin Sadashiv Narke (He/Him/His)
Chief Learning Officer, Head- Talent Acquisition, and Unit Head HRat Forbes Marshall
Panelist for Industry Round table: Information Technology
Priyanka Mohanty, Vice President-HR and Global Lead for Diversity & Inclusion steers the ‘Global Talent Management and Engagement’ domain apart from being the ‘Global Diversity & Inclusion’ champion for her company Startek. Priyanka is extremely passionate about the cause of D&I and is responsible for the execution and global dissemination of the “Hexagonal model of Diversity” at Startek. She is highly instrumental in the company being conferred with multiple D&I awards such as National Award from Govt. of India (Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment) for empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Great Place to Work, Aon, CII, SHRM, NCPEDP, BW Businessworld etc.
Priyanka Mohanty
Vice President-Global Corporate HR & Global Diversity & Inclusion Lead at Startek
A Case for Affirmative Action
It is not about return on investment in Diversity & Inclusion, it is about sustaining the social contract that makes wealth creation possible.
Prasenjit Bhattacharya
Director,Great Place to Work® Institute,India
Agenda
Welcome Address
Building a Socially Responsible Brand by Yeshasvini Ramaswamy, CEO, Great Place to Work® India
Opening Keynote: India@75 - Moving from Intent to Action
We bring to center-stage, the eminent role played by people in positions of power, to reduce inequities and improve equality in our society and our country. Speaker: Abhinav A Bindra, India's First Individual Olympic Gold Medalist
Case for Affirmative action
What is the definition of merit for a political party in a democracy - winning elections or good governance? The answer is not so simple. Discover why "merit" is a myth and why affirmative action does not need a business justification by Prasenjit Bhattacharya, Founder Director, Great Place to Work® Institute, India
Awards & Research Report Reveal
Great Place to Work® Institute in partnership with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) announce the first ever list of India’s Best Workplaces in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
Inclusion Dialogue I: Why are leading brands advocating the need for inclusive practices?
It is a business imperative to retain and grow your customer market. How does Diversity, Equity and Inclusion impact brand perception from a customer’s lens and why are leading brands communicating about and establishing Inclusive practices.
Speakers: Harish Iyer, DEI Head, Axis Bank & Nabamita Banerjee, HR & DEI Head, Starbucks India
Diversity Equity & Inclusion industry round-table
Decades of unconscious bias have impacted diversity of talent, infrastructure, and facilities. Learn from DEI practitioners who are not only changing, but transforming their industries. IT/ITES | Manufacturing | Professional Services.
Inclusion Dialogue II: “Building an inclusive employer brand: War for talent”
As new generations enter the workforce and earlier ones grow, the war to retain and attract diversity in talent becomes critical. Psychologically safe spaces that house a myriad of diversity becomes a non-negotiable if we want all colleagues to bring their best selves to work.
Speakers: Harita Gupta, Head, Asia Pacific & China, Sutherland & Paul Raddon, General Manager and Global Head of Operations for HSBC Global service centers
Closing Keynote Address: “Building a socially responsible brand - If not me, WHO?
It requires efforts from all of us to move the needle in creating an equal and equitable world where ALL individuals feel respected and can be the best versions of themselves. There are some leaders who have a reputation for keeping this philosophy alive, in all spheres of their interaction and contribution to the society.
Speakers: Mr. Harish Bhat, Brand Custodian, Tata Group
Immersive Experience on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
A five-time American Comedy Awards Nominee for Best Stand-Up Female Comedienne, Kathy’s keynote speeches about her challenges interweave humor and storytelling to help people bring more compassion to others—and to themselves. Speaker: Kathy Buckley, an award-winning actress, speaker, and hearing-impaired comedian
Direction for India Inc. in DEI
By Sandhya Ramesh, Head – DEI Practice, Great Place to Work Institute
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