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2nd Edition – PeopleTech Summit & Awards

23 October 2026Hotel The Orchid, Pune
Overview

About the event

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.

PanelList

Speakers

Vinod Razdan

Vinod Razdan

Sr. Vice President & CHRO
Gabriel India Ltd.
Dr. Brillian S K

Dr. Brillian S K

Executive VP & Chief People Officer
TimesPro
Padmaja Singh Arya

Padmaja Singh Arya

Head - HR
NSE Cogencis
Anshu Mukherjee

Anshu Mukherjee

Head - L &OD
VIKRAN Engineering Ltd.
Anushree Rai

Anushree Rai

Head HR
Agivant Technologies
Priyanka Mohanty

Priyanka Mohanty

Vice President-HR & Global Head Talent Management
Startek
Simren Mehn

Simren Mehn

OD Practice Head- Amdocs India
Amdocs
Shilpa Ojha

Shilpa Ojha

AVP – Head HR
Octillion Power Systems
AGENDA

Full day agenda

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Welcome Delegates & Registration

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

LIGHTING OF LAMP & Naonal Anthem and introducon by IBC HOST

10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

Keynote Topic 1 : To be confirmed

10:40 AM - 11:30 AM

Panel - 1

Mental Health Tech: Helpful or Harmful?

As organizaons adopt AI-driven wellness apps and digital therapy plaorms, are these tools truly supporng employee well-being — or creang newconcerns around privacy and over-monitoring? This session examines how to balance technology with genuine human care in building a mentally healthy workplace.

11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Networking & Tea / Coffee Break

11:50 AM - 12:05 PM

Keynote Topic 2 : To be confirmed

12:10 PM - 1:00 PM

Panel - 2

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.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Pre Lunch Award Ceremony

1:30 PM - 2:25 PM

Lunch Break

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Keynote Topic 3 : To be confirmed

2:50 PM - 3:45 PM

Panel - 3

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?



3:50 PM - 4:45 PM

Panel - 4

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.



4:50 PM - 5:00 PM

Networking & Tea / Coffee Break

5:00 PM Onwards

Awards Ceremony

  • Closing Address & Vote of Thanks
  • Group Photograph
AWARDS

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

FEES

Nomination fees

Transparent pricing.

Category
Standard
Early bird
Early-bird deadline
Organisation Categories
35,000/ + 18% GST
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Individual Categories
25,000/ + 18% GST
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Delegate Full day Fees(INDIA)
1 Delegate ` 15,000*/- + 18% GST
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Sponsors

Event partners

Gold Sponsors
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People and Growth Partner
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Knowledge Partner
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Hospitality Partner
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LOCATION & VENUE

Where we're meeting

The Orchid Hotel, Pune

  • 35–45 min from Pune International Airport35–45 min from Pune International Airport
  • 14 km from Pune Junction railway station14 km from Pune Junction railway station
  • On-site parking availableOn-site parking available
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