Kotak Education Foundation hosted a Round table Discussion for their Kotak Kanya Scholars and Kotak Siksha Nidhi students on the theme “The Power of You: Transforming Potential into Leadership”. The event took place on 12th January 2025 (Sunday) from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Lemon Tree, Gachibowli Hyderabad. This transformative gathering provided the Kotak Shikhsha Nidhi students and the Kotak Kanya Scholars who are from top National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) institutes an opportunity to engage with thought leaders, industry professionals, and fellow scholars in an enriching and empowering environment. The scholars and students connected with speakers and gained insights from some of the brightest minds in leadership and academia.
Jayasree Ramesh, Director, Education and Scholarships at Kotak Education Foundation said “It was truly inspiring to witness our young women scholars delve into the multifaceted dimensions of leadership. This round table discussion has ignited their aspirations and equipped them with the confidence to become the leaders of tomorrow.”
Key Highlights of the Event:
- Networking & Collaboration: Scholars from prestigious institutions such as IIT Hyderabad, NALSAR, and National Institute of Technology engaged with like-minded peers, professionals, and mentors.
- Inspiring Leadership Discussions: Gained valuable insights on personal development, leadership strategies, teamwork, and how to drive meaningful change in society.
- Personal Stories & Experiences: Senior scholars and industry leaders shared their journeys, offering advice on overcoming challenges and achieving success.
- Interactive Activities: Participants will engage in confidence-boosting activities that aim to unlock their strengths and enhance their leadership capabilities.
Proposed Keynote Speakers:
- Ballav Mundra, Chief Financial Officer, Hexagon
- Rashna Bhandari, Head, Laboratory of Cell Signalling at the Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics.
- Arnab Bhattachrya, Sr. Vice President, PCG Equity sales, Kotak Securities Limited.
- Maunendra Desarkar, Associate Prof, IIT Hyderabad.
The event included an exciting agenda
- Personal Journeys: Scholars shared their leadership experiences and how they have navigated challenges in their academic and personal lives.
- Round table Discussions: Thought-provoking sessions with leaders, innovators, and change-makers that inspired scholars to think critically and creatively about their future.
- Networking Session: enabled informal networking and continued conversations among scholars and speakers.
