Calendar
7th August 2026
Location
Pune

Overview

Welcome to PeopleTech Summit & Awards

Where People Meet Technology to Shape the Future of Work

The PeopleTech Summit & Awards is the definitive platform where HR, Talent, and Tech leaders converge to reimagine the workforce of tomorrow. This future-forward summit unpacks how cutting-edge technologies—like AI, analytics, automation, and employee experience platforms—are redefining how we hire, engage, develop, and retain talent.

From emerging HR tech trends to case studies from industry trailblazers, join us as we spotlight the transformational power of technology in the people function.

Why Attend?
  • Learn from Global Experts
    Hear from visionary CHROs, HR technologists, CIOs, and startup founders leading the charge in PeopleTech innovation.
  • Explore Real Use Cases
    Get inspired by actionable insights and case studies showcasing how companies are using technology to drive performance and culture.
  • Discover Next-Gen HR Tools
    Meet solution providers, tech innovators, and startups transforming the employee lifecycle.
  • Celebrate Excellence
    Honor the changemakers and pioneers driving tech-led people transformation at the PeopleTech Awards.

Speakers

Preeti Ahuja

Chief People Officer

Husk Power

Smrita Dubey

Chief People Officer

InfoCepts

Neeraj Kumar Gupta

Director HR

Wellpay India

Soumi Alphons

Chief People Officer

Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions

Anushree Rai

Head HR

Agivant Technologies

Priyanka Mohanty

Vice President-HR & Global Head Talent Management

Startek

Simren Mehn

OD Practice Head- Amdocs India

Amdocs

Shilpa Ojha

AVP – Head HR

Octillion Power Systems

Swati Dogra

Director & Head of HR- South Asia

Omya

Rohit Balkrishna Kalamkar

Director – HR and Operations

SA Tech Software India Ltd

Smita Narkar

VP Global - HR

Infinite Uptime

Mayur R Jangam

Global Head - Learning & Development (Applications SL)

Fujitsu Consulting India Pvt Ltd


Agenda

Calendar
7th August 2026
Location
Pune

08:30 AM - 09:30 AM

REGISTRATION

09:30 AM - 10:00 AM

LIGHTING OF LAMP & National Anthem and introduction by IBC HOST

10:00 AM - 10:25 AM

KEYNOTE ADDRESS - 1

Speakers –

Topic:

10:25 AM - 11:10 AM

PANEL DISCUSSION - I

Mental Health Tech: Helpful or Harmful?

As organizations adopt AI-driven wellness apps and digital therapy platforms, are these tools truly supporting employee well-being — or creating new concerns around privacy and over-monitoring? This session examines how to balance technology with genuine human care in building a mentally healthy workplace

MODERATED by –

Speakers –

11:10 AM - 11:55 AM

PANEL DISCUSSION – II

From Job Security to Skill Security

In a rapidly evolving AI economy, job roles may change – but skills remain valuable. This panel explores how organizations can future-proof talent through continuous upskilling, reskilling, and skills-based workforce strategies.

MODERATED by – Ms. Preeti Ahuja, Chief People Officer, Husk Power

Speakers
Ms. Anushree Rai, Head HR, Agivant Technologies

11:55 AM - 12:20 PM

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12:20 PM – 01:00 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION – III

Gig, Gen Z & Global Talent: Designing Borderless Work

With gig workers, Gen Z expectations, and remote global teams reshaping employment models, how can organizations build agile, compliant, and culturally cohesive borderless workplaces?

MODERATED by

Speakers

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM

LUNCH BREAK

02:00 PM – 02:25 PM

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02:25 PM – 03:10 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION – IV

Measuring What Matters: ROI of Culture, Engagement & Learning

Beyond engagement surveys and training hours, how can organizations quantify the real business impact of culture and learning investments? This session explores data-driven approaches to linking people strategy with performance outcomes.

MODERATED by

Speakers
Ms. Smita Narkar, VP Global – HR, Infinite Uptime

03:10 PM – 03:35 PM

KEYNOTE ADDRESS - 4

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Topic:

03:10 PM – 03:35 PM

Networking Tea Break

04:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Award & Closing Ceremony

Award Categories

  • Best Use of Technology in HR
  • Best Use of AI/ML in People Practices
  • Most Innovative Deployment of HR technology
  • Most Effective Recruitment Strategy Using Technology
  • Digital Learning & Upskilling Initiative of the Year
  • Best HR Digital Transformation Initiative
  • Excellence in HR Technology Implementation
  • Workplace Wellness Through Technology
  • Most Effective Internal Communications Strategy
  • HR Technology Team of the Year
  • Tech-Driven Talent Acquisition Strategy
  • Future-Ready Workforce Strategy
  • Outstanding Contribution to HR through Technology
  • HR Tech Projects of the Year Award
  • Best in Employee Empowerment
  • HR Technology Service Provider of the Year
  • HR Consultancy of the Year
  • The Most Engaged Workplace
  • Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Tech Initiative
  • Best Training & Development Team
  • Most Innovation Training & Development Program / Project
  • Best Leadership Development Programme for Top Management
  • Training Provider of the Year
  • Best Leadership Development Programme for Workers
  • Best Organizational Development (OD) Programme
  • Best Practice in Learning Transfer for Improving Business Bottom line
  • Award for the Most Innovative Use of Training & Development as an HR initiative for OD
  • HR Tech Leader of the Year
  • HR Professional of the year
  • L&D Tech Leader of the Year
  • Emerging People Tech Champion
  • Young Talent of the year Achiever (35 yrs & below)
  • Women Super Achiever of the Year
  • Women in HR Tech – Leadership Award
  • CHRO of the Year Award
  • HR Oriented CEO Award
  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Leader in Human Resource Technology
  • HR Technology Executive of the Year
  • Outstanding Contribution to Global HR
  • Business Leader of the Year
  • Future-Ready HR Leaders (Special Category)
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