SHILLONG: The Business Leadership Summit (BLS) 2024, followed by the Governor's Cup in association with IIM Shillong Golf Season 15, concludes today. The event was graced by Meghalaya Governor C. H. Vijayashankar. The three-day events brought together industry leaders, innovators, and corporate strategists from across the country.
The event was supported by a host of distinguished sponsors, including Meghalaya Tourism (Title Sponsor), State Bank of India (Platinum Sponsor), Atrimed Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd (Gold Sponsor), Oil India Limited (Silver Sponsor), Canara Bank (Bronze Sponsor), Punjab National Bank (Event Partner), Business Standard (Media Partner), and Vivanta by Taj (Hospitality Partner). The summit and golf event highlighted the institute's dedication to fostering leadership excellence and shaping future-ready leaders in a rapidly evolving world." The BLS, themed "Building a Future-Ready India," featured keynote speaker Chandra Shekhar Ghosh, founder of Bandhan Bank, who shared his life mantra of PHD-Patience, Hard Work, and Determination-offering valuable lessons for emerging leaders. Panellists, including Nirmit Mohan (Mastercard), Rudranil Sarkar (EY-Parthenon), and Ramarao Srinivasa (FastTek Global USA), explored solutions for business growth and the role of consultants in solving critical challenges. Discussions also covered AI adoption, cost management, and building resilient organisations, with leaders like Pankaj Phatak, Director and Group HR Head at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, and Dheeraj Gaur, CEO, Arete Capital Services." Other notable panellists included George Joseph from Uber, Dr. Anish Agarwal from Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Prateek Gaurav from TATA Digital, and Kartik Subramanian from Raymond Lifestyle, who shared their expertise on driving analytics, brand strategy, and digital innovation.
"The 15th edition of Learning on the Green Turf and the Governor's Cup 2024 organised by IIM Shillong and The Shillong Golf Club Ltd. provided a one-of-a-kind leadership learning experience. Held on 30th Nov-1st Dec, 2024, at the Shillong Golf Course, the event saw over 125 participants. The event showcased how golf, known for its strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure, parallels leadership in the business world. Notable leaders like Suhas Kulkarni, Founding Member and CPTO, RED. Health, and Dr. Ravi Ramakrishna, Director, Barclays, shared insights on the similarities between the golf course and the corporate boardroom." IIM Shillong's Learning on the Green Turf initiative, now in its 15th year, continues to stand out as the only business school in India to offer this unique platform that intertwines leadership, strategy, and decision-making with the precision of golf. With Asia's largest natural golf course at its doorstep, IIM Shillong remains committed to providing unparalleled learning experiences for its students, alumni, and corporate partners."In conclusion, the Business Leadership Summit and the 15th Learning on the Green Turf have reinforced innovation, resilience, and collaboration in leadership education. As the event concluded, IIM Shillong remains focused on shaping the leaders of tomorrow-leaders ready to tackle global challenges, inspire change, and thrive in an interconnected world, a press release said.
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