Webinar – Knowledge Series
The ICAI Knowledge Series was launched with its inaugural webinar on March 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM (online), titled Blueprint for Corporate Success.
It was an honour to host two of India’s most esteemed corporate leaders, Mr. R. Gopalakrishnan and Mr. Harish Bhat, who bring decades of expertise from Unilever, Tata Sons, Titan, and Tata Consumer Products.
This initiative reaffirmed ICAI’s commitment to fostering insightful discussions by bringing together exceptional minds. The session offered valuable, actionable insights for all participants.
The session opened with a welcome and remarks by ICAI leadership, including:
- Secretary, ICAI – on ICAI’s commitment to continuous professional development.
- Deputy Convenor, COED – on the role of Centres of Excellence and the rationale for the Knowledge Series.
- President, ICAI – on the evolving role of Chartered Accountants as business leaders and strategists.
Key takeaways from the webinar were:
- The importance of measuring success beyond financial profits, emphasising purpose and long-term impact.
- The holistic development of a Chartered Accountant as a corporate leader—not just in financial acumen, but in visioning, strategising, and execution.
- Lessons from the Tata Group’s 150+ year legacy in building ethical, sustainable enterprises.
- The evolving role of professionals—from functional specialists to partners in enterprise-building.
Masterclass
Dr. Nupur Pavan Bang delivered a masterclass on "From Heir to Leader: Owning Your Power, Influence & Legacy in Family Business" at the Campden Annual Meet in Goa on February 21, 2025.
In an engaging session tailored for next-generation family business leaders and wealth custodians, Dr. Bang explored the evolving role of heirs in shaping business legacies, managing influence, and redefining leadership success. The session provided actionable takeaways for next-gen leaders looking to balance tradition with innovation while securing their place as impactful business custodians.
Conference Session Chair
Dr. Nupur Pavan Bang chaired a session on Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential in Family Businesses: Conflict Resolution, Mediation, and Governance at the 9th Asian Invitational Conference on Family Business, organized by the Thomas Schmidheiny Centre for Family Enterprise, Indian School of Business, on February 01-02, 2025.
Session Theme: Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential in Family Businesses
The session explored how structured governance, effective communication, and mediation can resolve conflicts in family businesses, fostering a culture conducive to entrepreneurial growth.
