Abhijat Hukoo is a driven and results-oriented professional with over 29 years of experience in design and construction management. His diverse portfolio encompasses urban and town planning, as well as projects spanning residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality, educational, and institutional sectors. Beyond design and detailing, Abhijat excels in budgeting and cost control, aiding clients in balancing design objectives with business goals. As Principal and Managing Director at MBH Architects, he leads the firm’s strategic direction, overseeing design excellence, project execution, and client partnerships across markets.

With a strong focus on innovation and functionality, Abhijat has been instrumental in driving high-impact architectural solutions that balance aesthetics with operational efficiency. Under his leadership, the firm has successfully delivered complex projects, strengthened its client portfolio, and expanded its presence across key sectors. As MBH expanded into the South Asian markets, Abhijat’s leadership has been instrumental in guiding his team to deliver quality work under tight time constraints, while also instilling the essence of the MBH brand and culture in the India offices. Abhijat holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Sushant School of Art and Architecture, Gurugram, Haryana.

Abhishek Bansal is the Executive Director at Pacific Development Corporation Ltd., where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the group’s strategic direction and growth across real estate and allied sectors. With extensive experience in the construction and development industry, he has been instrumental in the planning and conceptualisation of several successful projects, while overseeing execution across the group’s ventures.

He is a key force behind the group’s expansion into retail real estate and education, driving the development of high-quality commercial assets. Under his leadership, Pacific Group has strengthened its retail portfolio, attracting leading brands through strong stakeholder relationships and sharp market understanding.

Abhishek’s expertise lies in strategic planning, project execution, and business development, supported by a hands-on leadership approach. He is an alumnus of Mayo College and Kirori Mal College. A keen reader and sports enthusiast, he is known for his dynamic personality, strong communication skills, and ability to drive sustained business growth.

Abhishek Ganguly is the CEO of Agilitas Sports, a sportswear and athleisure platform he co-founded in 2023. A seasoned business leader, he has a strong track record across the sports, lifestyle, and retail sectors. Prior to this, he served as Managing Director of Puma India and Southeast Asia, where he played a key role in building the brand’s presence in the region. At Agilitas, he is focused on creating an innovation-led, end-to-end sports ecosystem spanning manufacturing, product development, and retail. He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow.

Abhishek Raj is the Chief Operating Officer for Sports and Leisure Apparel Limited – Lacoste Licensee in India. As an integral team member, he has been instrumental in Lacoste’s growth journey in India from the last 17 years. In his 20 years of corporate journey, Abhishek has worked around most stimulating areas of modern retail, starting from Apparel Production, Merchandising & Buying, Retail Planning, Visual Merchandising, Project Management, New Business Development, Retail Operations, Travel Retail, E-Commerce, CRM, Marketing, T&D and Supply Chain Management.

Abhishek has completed his Post Graduation in ‘Garment Manufacturing Technology’ from NIIFT and has also accomplished his Chief Operating Officer Programme from prestigious Indian Institute of Lucknow.

Aditya Bagri is the Director of the Bagrry’s Group, one of India’s pioneering companies in FMCG and food processing, with a legacy spanning over 50 years. Since joining the group in 2012, Aditya has played a key role in driving the company’s expansion into new product categories, strengthening national and international distribution, scaling supply chains, and building Bagrry’s into a trusted household name.

As a dynamic young leader, Aditya actively engages with industry forums, trade bodies, and government platforms, contributing to policy discussions and thought leadership in India’s evolving food ecosystem.

Before joining Bagrry’s, he was associated with the global youth leadership organization AIESEC and worked with Goldman Sachs in the UK. Aditya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics from Hindu College, Delhi University, and a Master’s in Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

Ajay Bindroo is a global entrepreneur and business leader, serving as Managing Partner for the Beverly Hills Polo Club fashion and accessories business. He is managing the next phase of the brand’s growth across Asia, Africa, CIS, and the Pacific markets. Ajay is driving the transformation of BHPC into a fully integrated, globally controlled lifestyle platform. His focus is on market ownership, cross-category expansion, and long-term value creation. He oversees strategic direction, organizational alignment, and the development of scalable growth engines across high-potential emerging markets.

Prior to this, Ajay spent over two decades in a family business, rising from an intern to Global CEO. During his tenure, he led the company’s expansion into more than 160 countries, building a strong global footprint in the personal care industry. He played a key role in developing one of the world’s leading razor blade brands, establishing it as the second-largest globally.

With over 30 years of hands-on experience across global markets, Ajay brings deep commercial insight and a practical understanding of global business dynamics. He is widely recognized for his clarity of thought, executional discipline, and ability to combine entrepreneurial instinct with structured, institutional thinking to build enduring global brands.

Akash Srivastava is a seasoned retail and hospitality professional with over 11 years of experience across business development, retail real estate, leasing, project management, franchising, and market entry strategy. He currently leads store expansion for Jubilant FoodWorks across India, driving growth for its portfolio of brands. He played a pivotal role in scaling Chaayos, contributing to the launch of 50+ outlets across diverse formats and cities.

Previously, he led expansion for Tata Starbucks during its high-growth phase and managed business development for KFC. Akash has launched over 100 outlets across malls, high streets, airports, and other retail channels. He also serves as an advisor to BIMTECH and contributes to NSDC, while actively speaking at leading retail industry forums.

Aman Abdullah is the Director of Market99, a leading value retail chain in India. He studied Retail Management at Loughborough University, followed by International Finance, building a strong foundation in business and retail operations. Aman joined the family business in 2007 when it operated just two stores under the brand Store99. In 2017, the brand was reimagined as Market99, which has since grown to over 100 company-owned stores nationwide.

At Market99, he oversees IT systems, business development, projects, logistics, warehousing, and front-end operations, playing a key role in driving efficiency and expansion. He comes from a family with a strong legacy in retail, including ventures like Sabka Bazaar and The Home Store (THS). In 2024, he led Market99’s international foray with the launch of Something Ells in Melbourne, Australia.

Amit Grover is a distinguished real estate leader with over 28 years of experience in commercial real estate development, leasing, asset growth, and large-scale mixed-use developments. As CEO, City Side Development at Adani Airport Holdings Limited, he leads the design, development, and business operations of over 20 million sq. ft. of mixed-use real estate projects spanning hotels, retail, office spaces, and convention centres across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Guwahati, Trivandrum, and Mangalore. Amit is widely recognized for his transformative leadership in India’s commercial real estate sector. He brings deep expertise in leadership, business planning, revenue and profit growth, strategic execution, and large-scale real estate development, consistently driving sustainable value creation and business excellence.

Prior to joining Adani Airport Holdings, he spent 21 years at DLF Limited, where he was a founding member of the company’s rental business. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in scaling the portfolio from just three buildings totaling 0.5 million sq. ft. in Gurgaon to more than 60 buildings across India, covering 45 million sq. ft. across New Delhi, Gurgaon, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Chandigarh, Noida, and Kolkata. At DLF, Amit held several key leadership positions including Executive Director, Business Head – Rental Business, National Director – Leasing, and Head of Building Operations. He also served on the boards of multiple rental asset companies in partnership with GIC.

An active voice in the global real estate community, Amit serves as an Executive Committee member of Urban Land Institute, and is associated with the Confederation of Indian Industry Real Estate Committee, RICS UK, and APREA. Known for his strategic mindset and execution excellence, Amit is passionate about urban transformation, sustainable development, and creating future-ready real estate ecosystems that deliver immersive human experiences.

Amit Sarda is the Managing Director of Soulflower, a clean beauty brand focused on natural and biotech-led skin and hair care solutions for Indian consumers. He has been part of the company’s journey from its early days in natural personal care to building it into a brand with a strong presence across e-commerce and quick commerce channels in India, along with a growing international footprint.
He has consistently focused on identifying emerging shifts in consumer behavior and translating them into relevant product categories.

Amit brings hands-on experience across multiple industries including apparel, automotive, textiles, handicrafts, and personal care. Under his leadership, Soulflower has developed a wide range of hair care solutions designed for common Indian concerns such as hair fall, dandruff and premature greying, combining traditional oiling practices with modern bioactives.

Amit began his entrepreneurial journey early with the apparel brand Ruf & Tuf and went on to become one of the youngest CEOs of a BSE-listed company. He was also an early adopter of e-commerce and has played a key role in shaping Soulflower’s go-to-market strategy across digital platforms. His approach combines product innovation with a strong focus on accessibility and distribution, enabling the brand to reach customers in the remotest cities across India.

At the core of his leadership is a clear emphasis on customer experience. Initiatives such as interactive in-store concepts and personalized product experiences reflect this focus on building deeper consumer connections. Amit Sarda is associated with several industry bodies and currently serves on the board of the World Trade Center Mumbai, All India Association of Industries, and the Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry. He is also Co-Chair of the Young Bombay Forum.