What does it take to move from a world of ‘Ijazat’ to a world of ‘Izzat’… To move from ‘Asking for Permission’ to ‘Commanding Respect’? Mu Sigma’s founder and CEO, Dhiraj Rajaram, explores this question in his recent talk at INK 2023 Futureverse, where he shares his thoughts on the true measure of business success,… Continue reading Dhiraj Rajaram: My Journey from Ijazat (Permission) to Izzat (Respect)
Nithin Kamath, founder of Zerodha, India’s largest retail stock-broking company with 12 million customers and growing, is the epitome of success–young, charismatic, and on the 2023 Forbes list of billionaires. Yet he doesn’t fit the mold. In the cutthroat arena of consumer finance, Kamath holds steadfast to his ethical compass. And just over a decade… Continue reading Nithin Kamath: From Zero to Zerodha
Amita Rasa, this year’s venue for the annual INK Conference, harkens back to an era of exquisite Indian aesthetic and architecture. Prashanth Prakash, Partner, Accel and co-owner of this sprawling space talks about his vision for making it a spiritual and creative center on the outskirts of India’s tech hub. An early investor in Indian… Continue reading Prashanth Prakash: Grounding Innovation in Spirituality
Surgeon and Playwright Dr. Susan Lim took the stage at INK 2023: Futureverse to delve into a variety of sci-fi-ish ideas. One of them is the enduring fantasy of companionship between humans and inanimate entities, a notion that, for some, seems a probable solution to growing social isolation. Dr. Lim shares her personal story as… Continue reading Dr. Susan Lim: An Artist’s Scalpel
Twins Farzana and Farhana Haque, both successful technologists steeped in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, talk about how technology is the lever that will shape the socio-economic future of India for the next few generations. Through their own entrepreneurial journeys, they understand what a lonely struggle it can be and are using their power to nurture the… Continue reading Farhana Haque and Farzana Haque: Ruhaniyat and The Power of Sisterhood
Through failure and success, scientists at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) toil behind the scenes with humility, absolute dedication, and modest means, advancing one micro milestone at a time on their journey of space exploration. In this rare interview with INK Founder Lakshmi Pratury, two inspiring scientists–Kalpana K and Nigar Shaji–share how their teams… Continue reading Kalpana K and Nigar Shaji: It’s Not About Failure Or Success
The silence can be deafening, the isolation excruciating. For those with congenital hearing loss, twins Raman R. and Lakshmanan R. bring the promise of sound. These two young, charismatic, humble engineering graduates from Madurai have created ‘Impulse,’ the world’s first non-surgical hearing device, quite literally in their backyard! In this heartwarming talk, the two INK… Continue reading Raman and Lakshmanan: Piercing the Silence
Amon Chizema delivers an insightful talk about the collective impact of sportspeople representing their nations. Citing examples from across countries–sports luminaries such as Rong Guotuan in China and Didier Drogba in Uganda–he highlights the power of sports to unite people. In this talk, he drives home the point that there has never been a better… Continue reading Amon Chizema: Sportifying the National Ethos
Every fan dreams of two things: meeting or interacting with their favorite athlete and witnessing top-tier matches from the front row. Jogesh Lulla takes center stage at INK 2023: Futureverse, exploring the intricate pathways to turn these fan aspirations into real and unforgettable experiences. Lulla highlights methods such as AI-generated personalized videos, two-way AI conversations,… Continue reading Jogesh Lulla: Tech-tastic Tales in Sports
Retirement shouldn’t equate to being sidelined! “58 Over 58” introduces a remarkable roster of over-achievers who have defied conventional retirement norms. Crafted by WisdomCircle Founder Neeraj Sagar and INK Founder Lakshmi Pratury, this list pays homage to the wealth of experience, contributions, and enduring “youthfulness” exhibited by individuals who have retired from their day jobs… Continue reading Neeraj Sagar: Leveraging the “Wisdom Generation”
