Dharmender Kapoor (DK)

Chief Executive Officer Mindsprint

Dharmender Kapoor, or DK as he is popularly known, is a seasoned IT veteran with a proven track record of driving business transformation and growth, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Mindsprint and Advisor to businesses in their Digital, Change and Leap frogging initiatives. With over 30 years of experience in the technology industry, he has established himself as a thought leader and innovator.

As Mindsprint's Chief Executive Officer, DK brings a wealth of expertise and strategic vision to the company. His priorities include expanding Mindsprint's capabilities in emerging technologies, fostering customer growth across industries and geographies, and cultivating a culture that attracts top global talent and creates a great employer experience.

Prior to his role at Mindsprint, DK served as the CEO and MD of Birlasoft Ltd, where he successfully scaled the organization towards their billion-dollar target. He also served as the COO of Birlasoft prior to being the CEO of the company and this involved divesting their legacy businesses and charting a course towards next-generation digital services; DK's vision and leadership were instrumental in repositioning Birlasoft as an 'Enterprise Digital' company.

DK also held the position of Vice President, Transformation Services at HCL, where he spearheaded business and IT transformation initiatives for clients in manufacturing, travel, transport, and logistics. His expertise in strategic outsourcing and digital initiatives, coupled with his experience in global delivery and cloud collaborations with CSC, contributed significantly to HCL's success. Prior to HCL, DK led several strategic initiatives at Ericsson Hewlett Packard Telecommunications (EHPT), where he oversaw the launch of multiple Telecom Retail Billing Products.

DK's ability to anticipate industry trends and develop strategic plans that align with market demands has been instrumental in his success. His proven track record in scaling organizations to billion-dollar revenues and driving digital transformation initiatives is a testament to his ability to deliver results. He holds a master’s degree from Kurukshetra University, India, and is an avid contributor to professional forums through his industry opinions and thought leadership. DK’s motto in life is, “There is always a way”, one just needs to be curious to explore and courageous to walk into.

17 October | Main Conference Day Two

9:40 AM Is Artificial Intelligence stirring the Hornet’s Nest? Exploring the Ethical, Social, and Economic Impact

In the thought-provoking fireside chat, we will explore the disruptive potential of AI and its impact on the business world. The conversation will delve whether AI is merely causing a stir or driving significant, transformative changes in businesses adopting it. As we peel the different layers wrapped around AI to unravel the hype, we see the actual complexities underneath, such as How are organizations realizing the benefits and the ROI for their investments in AI. 

This session aims to provide a balanced view of the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, offering insights into how businesses can navigate this evolving landscape, how can they manage the data fed into the AI engines, what are the best ways to address ethical considerations, and strategize for the future. We see most organizations only speaking about the positives and the reality of the AI investments appear only when you figuratively stir the hornet’s nest. In this session, the audience will gain a deeper understanding of how to harness the potential of AI and its avatars while mitigating its risks, ultimately preparing their organizations for the challenges ahead.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Dharmender.

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