09 January 2025 - 11 January 2025
Founder and CEO
Compegence
CEO
The Future Founder Co
Founder and CEO
Port by Numberless
Co-founder of
Gud Gum
Founder of
Frippi
Founder and CEO, Compegence
Nagaraj comes with over 25 years of experience creating "Data Driven Information Advantage" for companies, across USA, Europe, APAC and India.
He is a pioneer of the "Business Acumen + Process + Data +Domain +Technology" driven Methodology for creating rapid success with the BI and Analytics Adoption.
Prior to starting COMPEGENCE, his prior stints include Hansa-Cequity (India), Intel Technologies (India), Sun Microsystems (USA and India), PricewaterhouseCoopers (USA), TCS (India). Spanning multiple technologies and domains including B2B and B2C eCommerce, Subscription, Finance, Insurance, Retail, Auto Leasing, Trading, High Tech Manufacturing, CRM and Customer Lifecycle.
He is a Electronics Engineer from UVCE Bangalore, followed by Masters in Management Sciences from IISc, Bangalore. His continued learnings have included UCSC Leadership & Management program, ISB’s Venture capital program, Marshall Goldsmith’s Executive Coaching, Isha Insight Leadership Program anchored by Prof Ramcharan; among others.
AUTHOR | SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR | SPEAKER | MENTOR
With over 15 years of experience spanning project management, sustainability, education, and entrepreneurship, Supriya’s career reflects a dedication to building connections and cultivating change. As the Founder and CEO of The Future Founders Co. (FFC), Supriya has led transformative projects that reach across borders, partnering with institutions in Asia, Europe, and India. Through FFC, she has created a platform that fosters collaboration among students to learn, adapt and tackle sustainability challenges with actionable outcomes.
Supriya’s broad experience as a generalist enables her to approach her work with a versatile mindset, drawing on skills in strategic program development, partnership building, and practical problem-solving. From guiding young innovators as a mentor at UNLEASH Plus, where participants from over 50 countries bring forward solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, to advising on sustainability-focused programs in Europe, her impact is truly global. In India, her initial work with the Udhyam Learning Foundation in India promotes entrepreneurial skills among nearly two million students across twelve states, embedding the entrepreneurial mindset as an essential life skill in educational programs.
Founder and CEO - Port by Numberless
Aniruddh Balasubramaniam is the founder and CEO of Numberless, a company working to reduce the dependence of our digital life on phone numbers and other sensitive personal identifiers. Numberless operates the communication platform “Port, by numberless”. It is an authenticated communication platform that doesn’t use phone numbers or any public identifiers. Aniruddh is also an alumnus of Indian Institute of Science having graduated from the Bachelor of Science (Research) program in 2020 majoring in Mathematics.
Co-founder of Gud Gum
Mayank is a dynamic entrepreneur and sustainability advocate with an M.Sc. in Food Production Management from the University of Nottingham. As the founder of Gud Gum, a biodegradable, plastic-free chewing gum brand, he has championed sustainable practices, even securing a deal on Shark Tank India. Beyond his business, Mayank mentors and speaks at events like TEDx and industry panels, inspiring future innovators. His initiatives promote mindful eating and tackle food waste through community challenges and his non-profit work. With ventures like The Soft Corner ice cream parlour, he combines joy and health, staying committed to a sustainable future. This year, he aims to educate and empower 10,000 people on conscious consumption and healthier choices.
Founder of Frippi
I have over five years of experience building production-grade software for Amazon customers, successfully leading tech teams, and developing innovative technologies from the ground up. I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Northeastern University in Boston, US. As a go-getter eager to learn, I aim to make meaningful contributions to society through my work. My entrepreneurial journey began with the creation of Frippi, an event discovery platform that recommends activities in local neighborhoods. This venture reflects my passion for blending technology with community engagement. Frippi aims to enhance users' social experiences by providing personalized recommendations and fostering opportunities to connect with others.