August 21, 2022 · NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bangalore
Today, we live in a world constantly bombarded with more information than we can possibly digest, communicating at a faster rate than ever before. So how do we characterise ourselves? Are we linked, nimble, advanced? Knowing something is one thing — wisdom is the ability to identify what truly matters in the long term.
Embers — the smouldering remains of a fire — are a testament to people rising from the worst phases of their lives. The ultimate fire in the belly of those who said they'd never give up, regardless of what happens, is what built their empires. Rise From EMBERS envisaged ideas that have never been explored; ideas that, when touched, can light up the whole world.
One of few entrepreneurs whose vision never faltered facing obstacles. His mission: brand collaboration for influencers nationwide. Also runs a YouTube channel interviewing top entrepreneurs and an Instagram focused on growth tips for millennials and Gen-Z.
LinkedIn creator with 30,000+ followers, recognised as one of India's Top 20 Inclusivity & Diversity Leaders. LGBTQ+ activist since 18. Community builder and inclusive talent recruitment professional with excellent marketing skills.
18+ years across multiple sectors including CNBC TV18, The Economic Times and upGrad. Winner of the Woman of Excellence Award 2020-21. Expertise spans multimedia content strategy, B2B2C product delivery, and trade collaboration.
MBBS, PGCert (ISCCM), PG Cert PH (UK). Masters in Public Health from London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine — Student Ambassador and one of only 3 selected for Health in Humanitarian Crisis. Work during COVID-19 was featured on LSHTM website.
A servant leader with 20+ years as a technology and people leader. Strongly believes in creating a positive impact that helps people transform beyond what they think they can achieve. Enjoys coaching and mentoring.
Harvard HPAIR delegate, Jagriti Yatra alumnus. Co-founder of Flam — raised a $3.5M seed round from SV Quad, Inventus Capital, 9 Unicorns. Building the world's first social metaverse and democratising AR content.
From a Chemistry major to a Masters in Social Work, to mountaineering at Siachen. Led all-women expeditions in Zanskar Valley and all-men expeditions. A and B grades in Basic, Advanced and Search & Rescue Mountaineering. Believes in "challenge by choice".
Purpose-driven sports entrepreneur and engineering graduate. Rajya Puraskar awarded Scout. Started KiBi Sports to solve real problems in the global sports ecosystem he faced during his own sports journey.
Believes the sky is the limit. Runs a podcast that invites guests to share their life stories and ideas. On a mission to increase reading habits across India. Turning curiosity into content — and content into change.
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