DBS BusinessClass EXIM Connect CXO Roundtable – Moderation

Our Founder & CEO, Mr. Shyam Sekar S, moderated the DBS BusinessClass EXIM Connect CXO Roundtable in Chennai, bringing together business leaders from diverse sectors including manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceuticals, engineering, technology, finance, agriculture, and exports.

The discussion centred on a key reality shaping today’s markets – global trade was undergoing a significant transformation. Conversations highlighted how businesses were no longer competing solely on price, but increasingly on reliability, resilience, speed, compliance, financial strength, and long-term trust.

The roundtable offered valuable real-world perspectives from leaders actively navigating global trade challenges and opportunities. The discussions also reinforced the view that while India held significant potential in the evolving global trade landscape, sustainable international growth would require stronger systems, enhanced capabilities, and deeper global relationships.

Appreciation was extended to DBS Bank and The Talk for organising a meaningful and insightful CXO interaction. The exchange of ideas reflected the evolving outlook and promising opportunities ahead for Indian businesses and exporters.

CXO Roundtable on Data-Driven Leadership

Our Founder & CEO, Mr. Shyam Sekar S, moderated a CXO Roundtable on “Data-Driven Leadership: Building a High-Performance Field Force,” hosted by The Talk Forum and powered by Ecubix Smart Solutions.

The roundtable brought together industry leaders to discuss how organisations can move beyond dashboards and translate data into meaningful on-ground impact – where insights drive productivity, decision-making, and field force effectiveness.

The session focused on the growing importance of data-driven leadership and how better decisions, not just more data, can shape high-performing organisations. The discussions provided valuable perspectives on aligning technology, behaviour, and execution for stronger business outcomes.

Conversations such as these continue to reinforce the importance of strategic leadership in building future-ready enterprises.

Impact Lecture Series (Pitch to Prosper) – Founder Talk

Our Founder & CEO, Mr. Shyam Sekar S, facilitated the final session of the Impact Lecture Series organised by the Institution’s Innovation Council at M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women. The session, titled “Pitch to Prosper – Funding the Ideas,” focused on helping students understand the importance of clarity of vision, compelling storytelling, and market relevance in attracting funding.

The session witnessed active participation, with students engaging through thoughtful questions and confidently sharing their startup aspirations. What stood out was their openness to learn and willingness to refine their ideas with a long-term perspective.

Discussions such as these play a vital role in shaping future founders, encouraging responsible innovation, and strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It was encouraging to see young minds taking confident steps toward building meaningful ventures.

Startup Utsav Finals – Jury Participation (Virtual)

Our Founder & CEO, Mr. Shyam Sekar S, served as a virtual jury member for the Final Round of Startup Utsav hosted by M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women. The event brought together student founders presenting innovative ideas and entrepreneurial solutions across diverse domains.

The pitches reflected thoughtful innovation and a strong focus on problem–solution clarity, ranging from AI-led compliance solutions and smart water management concepts to women-focused safety innovations and sustainable lifestyle ventures. What stood out was the participants’ intent to build ventures that can create real-world impact.

The interaction, discussions, and questions from the teams made the session engaging and insightful. It was encouraging to see students present their ideas with confidence and approach entrepreneurship with purpose.

Appreciation goes to the organisers, mentors, and all participants who contributed to making the virtual event meaningful and inspiring. The enthusiasm and ideas shared during the session reflect a promising future for the startup ecosystem.

Hult Prize Regional Finals – Jury Member

Our Founder & CEO, Mr. Shyam Sekar S, had the privilege of serving as a jury member at the Hult Prize Regional Finals held at Model Engineering College, Kochi. The event showcased student-led innovations addressing critical real-world challenges, including sustainability, healthcare access, climate impact, and farmer livelihoods.

What stood out was not just the quality of the pitch decks, but the depth of thinking behind them. The participating teams focused on problem-solving with clarity, research-backed insights, and a strong sense of purpose – reflecting the true spirit of early-stage entrepreneurship.

As a jury member, Mr. Shyam Sekar S engaged in thoughtful discussions with the teams, who demonstrated curiosity, openness to feedback, and a strong willingness to learn and refine their ideas beyond the competition framework.

Events like these reaffirm the belief that entrepreneurship is a journey driven by clarity, courage, and continuous learning. While the ideas presented are in early stages, the intent and commitment behind them reflect a promising future for innovation and impact.

Best wishes are extended to all participating teams as they continue their entrepreneurial journey.