DECEMBER 2024
Achievements & Awards
Vidit Gujrathi
Vidit Gujrathi has been instrumental in leading India's chess team to new heights. At the 2024 Budapest FIDE Chess Olympiad, Vidit contributed significantly to India’s gold medal win in the Open section—marking the country's first-ever gold at this prestigious event. His consistent performance across the tournament helped the Indian team maintain its dominance throughout, culminating in their historic victory against toptier global teams.
Anjali Sharma
Anjali Sharma, Vice President – Head Digital Data and Platforms for Distributed Renewable Energy at Reliance Industries Limited, is a visionary leader with expertise in digital transformation, emerging technologies, and enterprise architecture. Recognized among India's Top 100 AI and Analytics Leaders, she has a proven track record in driving revenue growth, cost optimization, and sustainability. A certified PMP and TOGAF professional, she is passionate about mentoring women and promoting diversity in technology.
Profiles to Watch
Sivaraman Swaminathan (Swami)
Co-founder and partner of the ContraMinds Podcast, where he hosts a leading business podcast and oversees ventures like ContraMinds Labs, Ventures (startup advisory), and ContraMinds Foundry leadership development).
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Editors Note
Dear Gentle Readers,
Wow! The response to our last edition has been truly overwhelming. As someone who prefers not to spend too much time in a boardroom, I believe in the power of ideas—an idea emerges, we implement it, and then we learn from the response. It’s a dynamic process that keeps us moving forward, and I’m thrilled with the love and affection our society has shown for our magazine.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all our contributors, mentors, and the dedicated support team behind the scenes. Your efforts have made this project a reality. Many members of our society have reached out, either through feedback forms or directly,
to express their desire to help our magazine grow—whether through articles or support in other capacities. I am excited to share the news that we are working on building an EI Outlook Website, and we will soon share the team members who will contribute to our journey in various capacities.
In this edition, we cover a wide array of diverse topics. From understanding semiconductors, navigating the markets, and earning money from home, to the significance of a simple smile that can make a difference, this issue is jam-packed with insights and valuable information. We’ve also added an Archive button.
A special shoutout to the remarkable women in our society - six out of our nine contributors in this edition are highly qualified and intellectually gifted. It is often said that an educated woman spreads light in her home, but I believe that a society enriched by qualified
women radiates like the sun. Today, I feel proud and reassured that we are part of such a vibrant community.
It has also been enlightening for me to discover that many accomplished individuals are active in our society and on platforms like LinkedIn. Their profiles inspire us all to strive for our goals and reach our full potential.
An Invitation to All: We invite each of you to actively participate in this journey - whether by contributing articles, volunteering, or simply sharing your feedback. Your insights are invaluable, and together, we can shape a magazine that truly
reflects our community's ingenuity and spirit.
Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Let’s continue to learn, grow, and celebrate the incredible talent within our community.
Warm Regards,
