Vivek Sood, Managing Director of Global Supply Chain Group, architects secure and sustainable global supply chains, consulting for senior executives in major corporations, optimizing profits through global supply networks. A foremost Global Supply Chain expert, he's orchestrated over 400 transformations in diverse sectors like FMCG, Retail, Heavy Machinery, Mining, Chemicals, and more. As an advisory board member of Supply Chain Asia from 2005 to 2012, he wields industry influence. Vivek's insights are shared through his popular blog 'A Profitable Dialogue'. His wide-reaching impact extends to over 45,000 SCM professionals globally through blogs, books, and LinkedIn groups. A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), he pursued post-MBA courses from Harvard, MIT, and University of London. Vivek's remarkable career embodies innovation and expertise in global supply chain optimization.
Anand is an award-winning author, innovator, filmmaker, and futurist. He helps people in leveraging emerging technologies, adapt, and develop an innovative mindset. His topics of interest and education include Transformative Innovation, Future Ready Organization and Future Megashifts, Technology Ethics, and Leading Transformation through Disruption. Recently, in 2023, LeadersHum included him in the Powerlist of 200 leadership experts. Anand was nominated by IoT Hub Australia for the “IoT Pioneer” award in 2019. And in the same year the Consensus Group Australia honored him with the “Best Author of the Year” award.
A highly innovative and business driven innovation professional with extensive experience in banking, financial services and insurance industry. Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation initiatives, driving innovation strategies, and creating new business models. Skilled in developing and implementing emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twin, data analytics to drive operational efficiency and enhance customer experience. Additionally, I assist financial services clients in accelerating their ESG / sustainability innovation journey. A proven leader with a track of record of driving innovation at scale. Recognised as a finalist in the ARN Innovation Awards for the 3 consecutive years (2021 to 2023). Senior Member, Certified Professional and Executive Committee Member of Australian Computer Society.
Chris Riddell is an award winning global futurist and industry recognized inspirational keynote speaker on emerging trends in our hyper connected world. Having lived across the globe and working for some of the largest and influential businesses and brands on the planet, Chris has honed his ability to spot and track global patterns and unlocking opportunities in the increasingly disrupted digital world we live in. Chris’ approach sits at the intersection of rigour and insight—and heart and energy. Taking what we know—and fear—about our world today and tomorrow and encouraging changes in attitudes, beliefs, perceptions and mindsets… all wrapped up in awesome entertainment and showmanship.
