The highly anticipated SHRM Tech 2.0 2025 opened today in Mumbai, drawing together leading figures from the realms of business, human resources, and technology. Organized by SHRM India, the event is poised to redefine the future of work through cutting-edge discussions, innovative showcases, and insights from top-tier leaders.
The event commenced with a powerful opening session that set an inspiring tone for the proceedings. In her welcoming address, Achal Khanna, CEO of SHRM India, MENA & APAC, highlighted the importance of adopting a human-centered approach to digital transformation. She asserted, ‘SHRM Tech is not just a platform for conversations; it’s a launchpad for action. As we step into a future powered by AI and human ingenuity, we must focus on trust, purpose, and adaptability. Limitless possibilities unfold when people and technology come together to lead change. People influence global growth, and we influence the people.’
Keynote speakers such as Zarin Daruwala, former Cluster CEO for India & South Asia at Standard Chartered Bank, Richard Rekhy, Vice Chair of Grant Thornton Bharat and former CEO of KPMG India, and Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO & Managing Director of The Tata Power Company, shared their thought-provoking perspectives, setting the stage for a transformative event.
Day one featured a series of dynamic panel discussions addressing some of the most pressing themes in the modern workplace. Experts explored the impact of artificial intelligence on talent acquisition, focusing on how employer branding can build high-intent pipelines and how smart assessments can enhance hiring decisions. Other discussions revolved around agentic AI, culture personalization, and the importance of inclusive leadership beyond performative initiatives. The emphasis remained on a human-centric approach, stressing the need to balance speed, ethics, and trust.
The vibrant Tech Expo and Start-Up Zone attracted significant attention, featuring over 90 solution providers showcasing next-generation HR technologies. Among the innovations were AI-powered recruitment bots and immersive learning and development platforms, capturing the interest of CHROs, talent leaders, and investors.
Building on the momentum of an inspiring first day, the second day of SHRM Tech 2.0 2025 promises even deeper insights and forward-thinking discussions. The agenda includes high-impact sessions led by industry luminaries such as Andy Biladeau, Chief Transformation Officer at SHRM, Pranjal Sharma, Economic Analyst, Author of ‘The Next New’, A. Balasubramanian, Managing Director & CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, and Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India & South Asia. These experts will delve into critical themes like data ethics, redefined leadership, and the creation of adaptive, digitally resilient organizations.
The thought-provoking sessions forecast a vibrant Workplace 2.0, where recognition, roles, and resilience evolve through the harmonious integration of AI, leadership, and culture. With over 2,000 delegates, 150 speakers, and 100 partners, SHRM Tech 2025 has set the stage for workplace transformation at an unprecedented scale.
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