Embracing gender equity has unique challenges in this digital era. This panel discussion will address some of these obstacles and explore practical solutions for promoting gender equity, with input from experts and successful companies. We will discuss the roles of employees, managers, HR, and leaders in accelerating gender equity and driving positive organisational change. Come join us to this Panel Discussion with experts:

1. Prachi Ratogi:

Prachi Rastogi is a Diversity and Inclusion Leader at IBM for the Asia-Pacific region. With her extensive experience and expertise in DEI, she has been instrumental in driving IBM’s diversity and inclusion initiatives across the APAC region. Prachi has been invited to represent the G20 Summit taking place in India in 2023, a testament to her leadership and influence in the field of DEI. Her insights and experiences will be highly valuable for the upcoming webinar on gender equity in the tech industry, offering practical solutions and best practices for creating inclusive workplaces.

2. Anish Arvind:

Anish Arvind is a multi-faceted expert in the fields of Humans-to-Results (H2R), growth design, internet strategy, and entrepreneurship. With a keen interest in HR technology and the human brain, he co-founded SS Consulting, a company dedicated to improving human potential and helping organizations drive positive results. As a #SHRM22Influencer, Anish is committed to promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace, making him a valuable contributor to the upcoming webinar on gender equity in the tech industry. Beyond his professional pursuits, Anish is also a purpose investor and a cricket umpire.

3. Megh Gupta:

Dr. Megha Gupta is an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) with a specialization in Organizational Behavior (OB) and Human Resources (HR). She has extensive knowledge and expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues, which she applies in her research and teaching. As a member of the DEI Cell at NITIE, Megha is committed to promoting equal opportunities and creating inclusive environments for all. She holds a PhD from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and has published several research papers and articles in leading academic journals. Her insights and experience will be a valuable contribution to the upcoming webinar on gender equity in the tech industry, offering best practices and solutions for promoting inclusion and diversity.

4. Grace Samson

Dr. Grace Samson is a distinguished human resource professional with 25 years of experience in client HR partnering and expertise across the entire spectrum of HR. With her extensive experience in strategic HR, she has honed her skills in managing organizational change and devising coherent HR strategies. In addition to improving internal processes and procedures, Dr. Samson excels at managing costs and delighting internal customers in complex and demanding environments. As the Vice President and HR Head of Informatica India, her experience and insights will be invaluable for the upcoming webinar on gender equity in the tech industry.