Josy Paul is one of India’s most celebrated creative leaders and Chairman and CCO of BBDO India. Known for pioneering the philosophy of “acts, not ads,” he has created some of India’s most influential brand movements, including Ariel’s Share The Load and Whisper’s Touch The Pickle. His work has earned global recognition, including multiple Cannes Lions, and has helped shape conversations around gender, culture, and social change. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in Indian advertising.

R. Balki is an acclaimed filmmaker, screenwriter, and creative storyteller known for films that challenge convention and spark meaningful conversations. His directorial debut, Cheeni Kum, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2007, and he later co-presented the landmark seminar Global India at the Cannes Lions Festival alongside Shekhar Kapur. Through works such as Paa, Ki & Ka, and Pad Man, he has consistently brought empathy, nuance, and originality to the forefront of popular storytelling, shaping conversations around identity, gender, and social perception in contemporary India.

Santosh Sivan is an internationally acclaimed cinematographer, filmmaker, and visual storyteller whose work has shaped Indian cinema. A recipient of the Padma Shri, he became the first cinematographer from the Asia-Pacific region to join the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) in 2012, and in 2024 became the first Asian cinematographer to receive the prestigious Pierre Angénieux ExcelLens in Cinematography award at the Cannes Film Festival. Celebrated for his evocative visual style and deeply human storytelling across films such as Roja, Dil Se, Iruvar, and The Terrorist, Santosh Sivan has consistently explored emotion, landscape, and identity with extraordinary sensitivity and artistic vision.

Sneha Iype is the Founder, Partner, and Executive Producer at Nirvana Films, one of India’s most celebrated production houses. Known for her calm leadership and deep belief in the power of collaboration, she has played a vital role in shaping some of the country’s most iconic visual narratives. Sneha has also served on the Film Craft jury panels at Cannes Lions, Spikes Asia, Young Spikes, and Cicilope, while continuing to contribute to conversations around storytelling and creativity across platforms and institutions.

Ishaan Nair is a filmmaker, photographer, and visual artist known for his distinct storytelling style across cinema, fashion, and commercial work. Having worked with leading global brands and publications, including Apple, Nike, H&M, Harper’s Bazaar, and Grazia, his work consistently blends visual sensitivity with deeply human narratives. Through films, photography, and advertising, Ishaan continues to create stories that feel intimate, authentic, and emotionally resonant.

Luis Miranda is a business leader, investor, and social sector champion with a longstanding commitment to institution building and public service. He serves as Chairman of CORO and is Co-Founder of the Indian School of Public Policy (ISPP) and Take Charge, a mentoring programme for Catholic youth in Mumbai. Having played a key role in establishing HDFC Bank and IDFC Private Equity, Luis continues to contribute across the corporate and development sectors through board and advisory roles, while mentoring leaders and supporting organisations working towards meaningful social change.

Mohit Ahuja is the Founder of KnowDisability, India's first photography studio dedicated to empowering persons with disabilities through visual storytelling and creative expression. Through workshops and training programmes, he has mentored more than 300 aspiring photographers with disabilities, many of whom have gone on to have their work featured in leading publications and national campaigns. Driven by a belief in the power of creativity to transform perceptions, Mohit continues to champion inclusion by creating opportunities for persons with disabilities to tell their own stories through the lens.

Manasi Joshi is a World Champion para-badminton player, Paralympian, and disability inclusion strategist. A recipient of the Arjuna Award, recognised in the BBC 100 Women list and as a TIME Next Generation Leader, she has represented India at the highest levels of international sport while championing accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Beyond the court, Manasi is a sought-after speaker and leads initiatives that expand access to advanced prosthetics and physiotherapy for amputees, helping create pathways to greater independence and inclusion.