Join the People Matters SurgeHR Conference in Ahmedabad

THE SEISMIC SHIFT

GROWING CITIES LEADING INDIA'S NEXT TALENT FRONTIER

Companies are pursuing growth centres in Tier 2 cities as new talent hubs, driving the big talent hunt due to a combination of factors, including cost advantages, lifestyle preferences, remote work trends, and proactive local policies. Today, global enterprises are looking beyond metros for better access to talent.

These new favourites are not just growing—they're becoming powerhouses of innovation and opportunity. They attract top talent, drive economic growth, and set new benchmarks for excellence. This shift positions them as vital contributors to India's future, showcasing their potential to evolve into global hubs of talent and innovation.

People Matters SurgeHR Conference is an exclusive platform to share ideas and find answers to your HR and talent-related questions through powerful keynotes, insightful panel discussions, engaging fireside chats, and hands-on workshops.

AHMEDABAD

INR 7999 + Taxes

For the Day long Pass

Who Should
Attend

TALENT MANAGERS
TALENT ACQUISITION LEADERS
L&D LEADERS
STARTUP HR LEADERS, FOUNDERS & CEOS
TOTAL REWARDS LEADERS
DEI ADVOCATES
TALENT ANALYTICS PROFESSIONALS
CHROS, CXOS, HR HEADS, REGIONAL HR HEADS & LEADS

Agenda

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Registrations

10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Opening Address

Pallavi Verma

Senior Editor, People Matters

10:10 AM- 10:30 AM
Welcome Address

Join us as we delve into 'Talent Beyond Boundaries,' uncovering how Tier 2 cities are reshaping India's workforce. SurgeHR Chennai is your gateway to understanding and navigating this exciting new talent frontier.

Pallavi Verma

Senior Editor, People Matters

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Keynote Address

As leading organizations redefine success beyond mere top-line growth, the role of HR transforms into a pivotal force for enduring value. This keynote, led by a Chief Human Capital & Sustainability Officer, will unveil a practical playbook for building human capital at scale. Discover how HR can deeply align with business strategy, embed digital thinking, and foster sustainable practices to create future-ready organizations poised for long-term, impactful excellence.

Dr. Nirav Mandir

Chief Human Capital & Sustainability Officer, Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK)

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Spotlight Dialogues

This fireside chat explores how top leaders translate bold visions into rapid business acceleration. Discover the CEO's perspective on leveraging people, nurturing culture, and embracing digital transformation as the core drivers for sustained organizational growth.

Nilam Patel

Managing Director, India Operations, S&P Global

Pallavi Verma

Senior Editor, People Matters

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tea Break

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
HR Outlook

This session delves into how leading Ahmedabad-based companies are strategically managing and developing their talent pools. Hear from industry titans on crafting future-ready workforces amidst the dynamic challenges and opportunities of the local talent landscape.

Rupak Rathore

Head -HR and L&D, Zydus Biologics and Vaccine’s Zydus Group

Bimal Vyas

Head Hr- Strategy, Astral Limited

Ashwin Subers Thomas

Head of Product Excellence, Zoho

12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
Case Study

This presentation explores how AI can transform HR into a strategic powerhouse by leveraging predictive analytics to optimize workforce planning and resource allocation. Discover how AI-driven insights enhance operational efficiency and directly contribute to achieving key business growth objectives.

Manjari Singh

Professor Human Resources Management, IIM Ahmedabad

12:50 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch

2:10 PM - 2:40 PM
HR Outlook

Discover how Ahmedabad's leading brands are leveraging unique HR strategies to foster growth. This session explores how local roots translate into powerful people practices across manufacturing, tech, and beyond.

Dr. Pawan Alamchandani

Chief Human Resources Officer, Prompt Dairy Tech

Dr. Asmani Surve

Vice President Human Resources, Goldi Solar

Narendra Raval

Head Manufcaturing HR&IR, Deepak Nitrite

Drishti Pant

Senior Manager-Conferences, People Matters

2:40 PM - 3:10 PM
CHRO Perspective

This session will focus on the CHRO's unique role in proactively shaping the entire organizational structure and culture to be adaptable, innovative, and sustainable for the long term. It will allow you to speak about your strategic influence beyond just HR, touching upon organizational design, leadership alignment, and the tangible business outcomes of your people strategies.