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Friday, August 21
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
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“The Future of Succession in BFSI: Governance, Leadership Development, and Future Readiness”
In this edition of HRKATHA FUTURECAST, in collaboration with People Business, senior CHROs and L&D leaders from leading banks, NBFCs and financial institutions will come together for a curated roundtable discussion.
People Business is a leadership consulting firm with deep expertise in succession planning and leadership development.
Leadership succession has become one of the most critical priorities for organisations in the BFSI sector. Rapid technological change, evolving regulations, shifting workforce expectations and the need for resilient leadership have made succession planning far more than a talent management exercise. It is now a strategic business imperative.
How are leading organisations identifying future leaders? What role does governance play in ensuring leadership continuity? How are HR and L&D teams preparing talent for critical roles in an increasingly complex business environment?
Drawing on People Business' extensive experience with organisations in succession planning, the discussion will explore how leading BFSI organisations are balancing governance with agility, strengthening succession frameworks and preparing future-ready leaders.
Whether you are responsible for talent management, leadership development, learning or HR strategy, this session will offer practical insights into how leading BFSI organisations are building leadership continuity in an era of constant change.
DATE FRIDAY, August 21
LOCATION Virtual
SCHEDULE 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Key Discussion Areas
- Why succession planning has become a boardroom priority in BFSI
- The growing role of governance in leadership continuity
- Identifying and developing high-potential talent
- Building leadership readiness for business-critical roles
- Creating succession pipelines for a rapidly changing business environment
- Balancing long-term talent development with immediate business needs
- Lessons from leading banks, NBFCs and financial institutions
Who Should Attend?
- CHROs and HR Heads
- Talent Management Leaders
- Learning & Development Professionals
- HR Business Partners
- Leadership Development Specialists
- Organisation Development Professionals
- HR professionals building leadership pipelines
Why Attend?
- Learn directly from senior HR leaders in BFSI.
- Understand governance and leadership priorities.
- Discover practical approaches to developing future leaders.
- Gain actionable insights for your organisation.
Our Speakers
Pallab Mukherji CPO, Equitas Small Finance Bank
Pallab Mukherji, CPO, Equitas Small Finance Bank
Pallab Mukherji, chief people officer, Equitas Small Finance Bank, is backed by three decades of experience. He has designed and delivered business results through HR interventions across industries, including banking, financial services and manufacturing sectors.
Priti Singh CPO, Universal Sompo General Insurance
Priti Singh, CPO, Universal Sompo General Insurance
Priti Singh, chief people officer of Universal Sompo General Insurance, is backed by over three decades of experience in the HR domain. This global HR leader thrives in a competitive matrix environment where collaboration with stakeholders across geographies and teamwork are critical keys to success.
Saba Adil CHRO, Edelweiss Life Insurance
Saba Adil, CHRO, Edelweiss Life Insurance
Saba Adil, chief human resources officer of Edelweiss Life Insurance, is backed by over two decades of experience in HR and business roles. This seasoned leader has a proven track record of delivering on business transformation agendas, driving cultural changes, building organisational capabilities, and enhancing employee experience.
Atul Mathur EVP-HR, Aditya Birla Capital
Atul Mathur, EVP-HR, Aditya Birla Capital
Atul Mathur, executive vice president -human resources of Aditya Birla Capital, is backed by over three decades of experience. A strategic human capital leader, he has driven business transformation through people, culture and technology across sectors, including telecommunications, BPO, executive search, media and financial services.
Jeeva Balakrishnan CHRO, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance
Jeeva Balakrishnan, CHRO, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance
Jeeva Balakrishnan, chief human resources officer, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance, is backed by over three decades of experience. Having contributed to the transformation of a range of organisations across manufacturing, consulting, and retail, he has now ventured into BFSI/NBFC.
Dr Renjith PR CHRO, Manappuram Finance
Dr Renjith PR, CHRO, Manappuram Finance
Dr Renjith PR, chief human resources officer, Manappuram Finance, is backed by two decades of experience. This Wharton trained HR leader has worked with business leadership to implement transformational HR practices aligned to business strategy.
Dhanashree Thakkar Head-HR & Distribution Training, Bharti AXA Life Insurance
Dhanashree Thakkar, Head-HR & Distribution Training, Bharti AXA Life Insurance
Dhanashree Thakkar, Head-HR & Distribution Training, Bharti AXA Life Insurance is backed by well over two decades of experience in HR. Having dabbled in change management, transformation, sales and human resources, her key areas of interest are organisation design, culture, managing transformations and leadership coaching.
Anju Jumde Head-HR, Aditya Birla Money
Anju Jumde, Head-HR, Aditya Birla Money
Anju Jumde, chief people officer of Aditya Birla Capital, is backed by almost three decades of experience across large manufacturing groups, services businesses, and regulated financial platforms. She is used to operating in complex, high-stakes environments where leadership continuity, governance and culture directly impact business outcomes.
Dr Sandeep Krishnan CEO & partner, People Business Consulting
Dr Sandeep Krishnan, CEO & partner, People Business Consulting
Dr Sandeep Krishnan, chief executive officer and partner, People Business Consulting, is backed by over two decades of experience. He has grown from associate director to CEO, leading a multi-city firm serving 100+ clients across India and the Middle East — including Accenture, Reliance, Flipkart, 3M, ABInBev, and RPG Group.
Kartik Kesarker Director, People Business Consulting
Kartik Kesarker, Director, People Business Consulting
Kartik Kesarker is a director at People Business with over 25 years of experience in leadership assessments, executive coaching, and talent strategy. He works closely with CXOs and leadership teams to strengthen leadership pipelines, high-potential identification, and succession planning.
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Frequently asked questions
Who should attend this webinar?
This webinar is designed for CHROs, HR Heads, Talent Management professionals, Learning & Development leaders, HR Business Partners, Organisation Development professionals, and HR practitioners interested in succession planning and leadership development.
Is this webinar only for professionals from the BFSI sector?
The discussion will focus on experiences and practices from leading banks, NBFCs and financial institutions. However, many of the insights on succession planning, governance and leadership development will be relevant to HR professionals across industries.
What will I learn from this session?
The webinar will explore how leading BFSI organisations are approaching succession planning, leadership development and governance, while sharing practical strategies for building future-ready leadership pipelines
Is there any registration fee?
No. The webinar is complimentary, but registration is mandatory.
Will I receive the joining link after registration?
Yes. Registered participants will receive a confirmation email along with the webinar joining link before the session.
Will there be an opportunity to ask questions?
Yes. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the live Q&A session, subject to time availability.
Will the webinar be recorded?
Yes. The session will be recorded. Access to the recording will be shared at the discretion of the organisers.
Who is organising the webinar?
The webinar is jointly presented by HRKatha Futurecast and People Business.
Will I receive a participation certificate?
Yes. All participants who attend the live webinar will receive a digital Certificate of Participation.
Do I need prior experience in succession planning to attend?
No. The discussion is designed for HR and L&D professionals at different stages of their careers, from those beginning to work on succession planning to experienced leaders looking to benchmark current practices.