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Industry leaders shared insights on change, leadership, and the vision for the future at the NBT Changemaker Summit1. The Renaissance Leader: Chandni Kapadia’s Extraordinary Journey Across Industries

In an era of specialisation, Chandni Kapadia redefines success through versatility. A renaissance professional, she seamlessly bridges fashion, corporate leadership, law, and academia.Her journey began at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, later enhanced by an MBA from the London School of Economics—fusing creative vision with commercial acumen. She spearheaded Starbucks’ India entry and led Asia-Pacific operations for Accessorize and Calvin Klein, driving market expansion while championing inclusive, cross-cultural teams.Remarkably, she earned eleven gold medals in law alongside executive roles, sharpening her strategic and ethical decision-making.For a decade, as a transformative force at GLS University, she forged global partnerships with Harvard and Newcastle University, bridging theory with real-world relevance in business education.Honoured as Asia’s Most Trusted Leader at London’s House of Lords and a Black Swan Award recipient, Kapadia is also a TEDx speaker and animal welfare advocate. Kapadia proves true leadership transcends boundaries—integrating creativity, strategy, law, and compassion to inspire global impact.2. Apex Insurance Consultant Ltd.

Rising Beyond Fate: The Grit and Vision of Sanjay Kalika Mishra In a world often dictated by circumstance, Sanjay Kalika Mishra's story is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. Born into a lower-middle-class family with little academic promise, Sanjay refused to accept an ordinary fate. Battling depression, bipolar disorder, and five near-death experiences, he transformed pain into purpose, calling them “transformational scars.” His time teaching in Kolkata gave him a language for struggle and hope. Creativity waited while he entered business, where he found a new artistry in entrepreneurship. For 25 years, he has co-led Apex Insurance Consultant with mentor Vijay Arora, building India’s first organized crisis management company for doctors from a Delhi basement in 2000. Today AICL supports over one lakh medical professionals with legal and medico-legal expertise rooted in empathy. Based in Mumbai, Sanjay also runs a production house creating socially impactful films and mentors rural youth. He didn’t just overcome odds. He rewrote the script. “I’ve learned that rock bottom isn’t the end—it’s the foundation.” — Sanjay Kalika Mishr 3. Metamorphosis Unlimited

Dr. Ajay Bakshi: Driving Sustainable Growth Through People-First LeadershipAs Managing Director of Pune-based Metamorphosis Unlimited, Dr. Ajay Bakshi leverages 30+ years as an executive coach and transformation expert to help organizations navigate disruption. A former CHRO, Board Director, and Business Leader across MNCs and the Armed Forces, he realigns operations through people-first strategies. Using the GROW model, he develops strategic thinking, executive presence, and change leadership for CEOs, CXOs, and emerging leaders. His services span leadership development, top talent management, and cultural transformation for agility and inclusivity. Clients include UBS Credit Suisse, HSBC, Coca-Cola, Tata Motors, and Indian Oil. Recognized globally, his 2025 honors includ Exemplary Executive Coach of the Year at the House of Lords and Fortune India’s Iconic Vibrant Leader. 4. From Beryllium to Baroque: Crafting Legacy Through Science

Disha Shah transformed scientific expertise and family heritage into Berylle Jewellery, now featured at Paris Fashion Week. Raised designing alongside karigars, she gained an intuitive grasp of craftsmanship early. She merges this with formal training in science, jewellery design, and diamond grading, applying precision to gemstone selection while her photography background sharpens her aesthetic eye. The name Berylle nods to beryl, the mineral in emeralds and aquamarines, anchoring the brand in elemental symbolism. Personalization defines Berylle. Clients co-create pieces using heirloom stones, turning memories into wearable stories. Her Patola-inspired collection reimagines textile geometry in fine jewellery and debuted at Paris Fashion Week, while Echoes of the Shell honors the organic asymmetry of Baroque pearls. Working directly with artisans and distinctive gemstones, Shah champions transparency and trust, positioning Berylle as a private jeweller for life’s defining moments. 5. Ekta Saigal Lulla: Crafting Weddings as Immersive Stories

In India's $6.42 billion wedding industry, few names command the reverence that Ekta Saigal Lulla has earned. She doesn't plan weddings. She architects legacies that are remembered not just by those who attended but retold for generations. Armed with 11+ years of luxury hospitality mastery across The Leela and Marriott, Ekta entered the wedding space not to compete, but to redefine it entirely. From Rajasthan, Dehradun, Siliguri, Bengaluru to Kochi, and across borders into Dubai, Qatar, Montenegro, Bali and Muscat, Weddings by ESL doesn't just travel; it conquers. The portfolio speaks in superlatives - Broadway recreated, Haridwar's sacred Ganga Aarti reimagined, and collaborations with Rohit Bal, Sumant Jayakrishnan, and Arijit Singh. Yet what truly sets ESL apart is the audacity to be both monumental and deeply intimate, where family traditions are honoured with the same ferocity as the grandest theatrical gesture. Ekta Saigal Lulla doesn't follow trends in luxury weddings. She sets them, and the industry follows. 6. Dr. Geetika Mittal Gupta: Redefining Skincare with Holistic Precision

Dr. Geetika Mittal Gupta, Founder-Medical Director of ISAAC Luxe, is a dermatologist extraordinaire championing holistic, personalized skincare. For over two decades, she has addressed modern skin challenges—pollution, urban stress, and unhealthy lifestyles—with her belief that ‘One Size Does Not Fit All.’ At ISAAC Luxe, India’s premier International Skin & Anti-Aging Centre, Dr. G delivers meticulously customized treatments rooted in ethical practice, cutting-edge technology, and global expertise. A pioneer, she was India’s first to introduce K Beauty GG Glow Facial and advanced laser and scar-minimization techniques focused on rebuilding, not breaking down, skin. Her services span routine exams, cosmetic procedures, anti-aging, and skin-disorder treatments across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Bangalore.Trusted by a global A-list clientele, Dr. G blends medical excellence with deep personalization to achieve lasting, natural results—ensuring every client feels safe, confident, and cared for. 7. Dr. Vinay Agrawal: From a Classroom Dream to a Global Mission

As Chancellor of ISBM University, Dr. Vinay Agrawal has turned a powerful belief into reality: every learner deserves education that truly prepares them for life. What began as the Indian School of Business Management & Administration is now a thriving group of institutions across India and beyond. Dr. Agrawal challenges outdated norms, insisting, “Reading and writing alone don’t make you literate. Failing to learn and relearn makes you stagnant.” Long before virtual learning became mainstream, ISBM embraced digital assistance, industry-focused assessments, and infrastructure mirroring real-world demands. From its Raipur campus, programs like Executive MBA, Journalism, and B.Sc. Computer Science are built around industry needs, blending practical curriculum with industry-connected faculty. Excellence, for Dr. Agrawal, must be inclusive. Through scholarships and outreach, ISBM ensures financial hardship never blocks deserving students. “Empowering disadvantaged individuals fosters self-reliance,” he says. Beyond academics, he instills diplomacy, empathy, and global thinking—survival skills for a complex world. Honored in India and globally, Dr. Agrawal is a rare changemaker, validating ISBM’s mission to deliver exceptional, accessible education. 8. Pankaj Lidoo and Vipin Lidoo: Landmark Crafts Turning the Screw for Prosperity

Smart thinking and national pride drove Pankaj and Vipin Lidoo to rewrite India’s reliance on imported screws. In 1991, construction projects depended on Taiwanese self-drilling screws, causing delays and cost overruns. Undaunted, the Ghaziabad brothers made multiple trips to Taiwan, mastering complex tech transfer through R&D to localise production. They launched India’s first specialised fastener unit, ending import dependence. Today, Landmark Crafts’ ISO 9001:2015-certified Panchkula facility, CRISIL SME-1 rated, supplies self-drilling screws, aluminium blind rivets, and drywall screws pan-India. Innovation continues with geography-specific solutions: wood variants for Himachal’s timber zones and anti-corrosive fasteners for Karnataka’s coasts. As MD Pankaj Lidoo says, “We provide the strength you may not see, but you can always trust.” Disclaimer - Content produced by NBT Trailblazer

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