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The chief guests of the event were Lokesh Natoo; Abhishek Gupta; Ribhu Shadwal, Siddharth Desai and Ashish Singh Joshi.

New Delhi: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kashipur has organised a intellectual convention named ‘Manthan 2023’ on December 12, 2023. The Convention offered a platform for industry luminaries to explore the theme of “Cross-domain Synergies for Addressing Global Challenges.”
Speakers and scholars from diverse fields participated in the symposium organized by the Industry Interaction Committee at IIM Kashipur. Lokesh Natoo, India Head of Altus Group; Abhishek Gupta, CMO at Edelweiss Tokio General Insurance; Ribhu Shadwal, VP & Head of Engineering at Airtel; Siddharth Desai, Senior Vice President at Citi Group; and Ashish Singh Joshi, CEO of Classic Legends (Jawa, Yezdi, BSW) were some of the eminent speakers of the meet.
The event began with a talk on “Current Business Outlook,” where the speakers shared their take on the topic from their professional journey. Lokesh Natoo, India Head of Altus Group, provided thought-provoking perspectives on balancing the three P’s – People, Processes, and Profits. The speakers also discussed about the role of inter-domain synergies in capability development and the leadership’s responsibility in fostering soft skills amidst the rise of artificial intelligence.
Ashish Singh Joshi, CEO of Classic Legends, shared the challenges faced while bringing iconic brands to the global stage and emphasized the transformative power of cross-domain initiatives in fostering innovation. Ribhu Shadwal, VP of Engineering at Airtel, shed light on the rapid adaptations in the telecommunications industry, navigating technological advancements and the role of process-driven systems in organizational synergies.
Siddharth Desai, Senior Vice President at Citi Group, shared success stories of cross-functional collaborations within the banking sector, highlighting the delicate balance between specialization and establishing synergies across functions. Abhishek Gupta, CMO at Edelweiss Tokio General Insurance, illuminated the positive disruptions caused by COVID-19 in the insurance sector and explored the role of inter-domain synergies in managing and monetizing these disruptions.
Other topics like the impact of cross-functional collaboration on talent management in the Post Covid World were also discussed. The discussions also explored the manifestation of cross-domain synergies in the post-COVID era and the potential to ease challenges posed by diverse geographies. The conversation extended to fostering a culture of agility and adaptability in response to global disruptions, with a focus on incorporating sustainability dimensions in business.
The speakers delved into rapid digitalization, emerging trends, and leadership’s pivotal role in fostering cross-functional collaboration and learning. A question and answer session between the students and speakers was also organised during the event providing students with an opportunity to glean insights directly from industry leaders.
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