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MAY 2025
Beyond Boardrooms with Smita Shetty
In this episode, we sit down with Sudip Ghose from Tower 1 — the mastermind behind some of India’s biggest luggage brands — to uncover the secrets of startup branding. How did cricket star Jasprit Bumrah become not just a brand ambassador but an investor and co-creator at uppercase? Sudip shares insider tips on building a brand that connects, scales, and sticks. Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or entrepreneur, these lessons are gold.
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Achievements & Awards - Book Releases
Sameer Sankhe
Sameer Sankhe, a resident of our society and Chief Digital Officer at Genesys International Corporation Ltd, recently authored a compelling book; "Make Them Love It!: An AI-Driven Digital Transformation Guide" on transforming Indian enterprises beyond automation. Drawing from his experience at Salesforce India, Tata Group, and multiple startups, he shares practical strategies to build bold, disruptive ventures from within. With global consulting exposure and startup leadership, Sameer’s book is a must-read for innovators. EI Outlook congratulates him on this milestone and wishes him continued success in shaping the digital future.
Harish Dixit & Kanak Dixit
A Senior Infrastructure Manager at SmartStream Technologies, recently co-authored a children’s book Let the Birds Do the Talking with his daughter Kanak Dixit. Inspired by their journey through the Emerald Isle Book Club, the book beautifully weaves life lessons through stories of birds like owls and kites, teaching values such as leadership, kindness, and creativity. EI Outlook congratulates Harish and Kanak on this wonderful milestone and wishes them continued success in their storytelling journey.
Dr. Arvind N Agrawal
A veteran leader, Lifetime Achievement Award from Business World, co-author of Leaders in the Making and master-certified coach, empowers senior executives, young adults, and next-gen entrepreneurs through leadership coaching, drawing from 50+ years of corporate and consulting experience.
Ravindra Pisharody
Former Tata Motors Executive Director turned leadership coach. Since 2017, he has a CFI-certified coached 30+ CXOs across industries like automotive, petrochemicals, and digital tech with a relatable, impactful style rooted in deep corporate and mentoring experience.
Vinod Aiyer
Management consultant and coach for 25+ years. He supports corporate managers in developing leadership competencies and enhancing performance across customer focus, stakeholder engagement, business outcome delivery, innovation, and people development. He enables professionals to unlock their potential
Aditi Agrawal
Certified Life & Energetics Coach empowering ambitious women to gain clarity, confidence, and purpose. Awarded Star Women Mindset Coach 2024 and named among Top 100 Motivational Speakers. With 20+ years’ experience, she helps clients navigate transitions, entrepreneurship, and breakthrough success.
May 2025 - Edition
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Editor' Note
Harinath K
Editor - EI Outlook
Dear Gentle Readers,
May is the Month of Hope!
In a world undergoing seismic shifts, this edition celebrates resilience, community, and inspiration.
Our Business Podcast features Mr. Sudip Ghose, who unpacks the fascinating journey of luggage brands.
We proudly introduce A League of Extraordinary Gentlemen---veteran professionals from our society who are now mentoring the next generation. Don’t miss their inspiring profiles!
We also shine a spotlight on two residents who published books—one on birds with his daughter, and another on AI and digital transformation.
This month’s theme—Health, Fitness & wellness—brings you Part 2 of our strength training discussion with a certified trainer, plus wellness insights from Dr. Lalchand and Ms. Shobhana Arora.
April saw a record-breaking spike in readership. Articles by Kadambari Vyas on yoga and Harinath’s strength training guide led the charts.
June Preview: Global affairs, corporate dramas, and more AI stories await!
We’re on the lookout for volunteers to own sections in:
🔬 Science, 💡 Technology, 📈 Business, and 🎨 Art & Culture
Whether you're a writer, photographer, or someone bursting with ideas—EI Outlook needs you!
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