Dr. Ankoor Dasguupta, a TEDx speaker, is an ICF accredited Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with niche in transformational leadership & business communication. He uses frameworks and tools to do root cause analysis enabling deeper levels of self-awareness practice, acting as a catalyst to helping leaders become their next best version. Dr. Ankoor is a deep listener, warm and helps people challenge the status quo. He coaches senior leaders and people who are on their growth path in leadership by unlocking their limiting beliefs.
With over 24 years of ongoing career journey, background in advertising & marketing and having worked with multiple global organizations and is also on the Jury at reputed global platforms in this domain. He is also at present the Chief Experience Officer at Garage Collective, a top advertising agency.
Some of the key recognitions received in 2024-
• Most Influential Executive Leadership Coach Award- Golden Aim Award for Excellence & Leadership
• Bharat Leadership Excellence Award 2024-Global Coaching Influence of the Year- Leadership &
Communication
• Dr. Abdul Kalam Azad Inspiration Award
• Collector’s edition, Circle of Excellence 2024- Passion Vista Cover Story
• Man of Excellence, 2024- Indian Achievers’ Forum
• Gentlemen of Heart Award- GOHA London 2025
Digital evangelist and Marketing professional having more than 18 years of diverse experience at various organizations in making strategies, plans and driving execution for achieving business goals. Currently Steering the digital and Omni-Channel landscape of Dr Reddys globally as Head of Digital and Omni Channel Marketing for global markets. Developing the digital strategy and roadmap. Responsible for the definition & implementation of strategy across Countries, Collaborating with stakeholders globally for various verticals and businesses and integrating relevant touchpoints throughout the customer decision journey. Have worked with companies like Philips, DuPont, GroupM, Hindustan Times, Indiamart etc. in the past.
Various Industry awards for my work and individual recognitions are –
Global Woman Leader Award 2023 and World Women Leadership Award 2020 by World women leadership congress 100 Smartest Digital Marketing Leaders 2019, CMO Asia
BBC Knowledge Women Leadership in Industry Award 2017
‘Woman Super Achiever in Digital and Social in Asia’ in 2014 by CMO
Most Influential Digital Media professional 2015 and 2018 by World Marketing Congress,
Adobe Content100 Brand & Content custodians in 2017.
Best Digital Marketing Professional’ Mobby’s award in 2013
Vikram Singh is a seasoned digital marketing leader with over 18 years of experience in driving digital transformation, brand growth, and customer engagement across the hospitality, technology, and advertising sectors.
Currently serving as Head – Digital Marketing at ITC Hotels, he leads the brand’s digital strategy, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to build high-impact marketing ecosystems that enhance brand visibility and drive business growth. Prior to this, Vikram held leadership roles at Hyatt Hotels, Wieden+Kennedy, and OYO, where he spearheaded digital transformation initiatives and worked with renowned global brands including Audi, Nike, Airbnb, IndiGo, Royal Enfield, and Make in India.
His expertise spans digital and brand strategy, performance marketing, customer experience, MarTech, AI, analytics, UX, and SEO, with a strong focus on creating scalable, data-driven marketing solutions. Beyond work, Vikram is a technology enthusiast and an avid adventure motorcyclist, driven by a passion for innovation and exploration.
Gaurav Bansal is the Senior Director & Head – Marketing & Communications for SHRM India, APAC & MENA, leading regional marketing, brand, communications, and growth initiatives.
With over 20 years of experience across media, education, technology, and professional services, he specializes in building brands, accelerating business growth, and driving strategic marketing transformation.
His work focuses on combining data, AI, creativity, and customer insight to deliver measurable business impact. He is a regular speaker on marketing leadership, brand strategy, and the future of marketing.