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CONFERENCES, WEBINARS AND INVITED TALKS

at Walmart), and Mr. Rahul Kulkarni (CHRO, South Asia at Siemens Healthineers). The discussion emphasized

the crucial role of human judgment in AI-powered talent acquisition systems, cautioning against outsourcing
empathy to AI and highlighting practical HR considerations. Panellists stressed the critical role of human
judgment in assessing cultural fit, emotional intelligence, and potential, advocating for a strategic, value-

driven approach to AI-powered talent acquisition. The goal is to ensure AI complements and enhances
human expertise rather than replacing it.

VRIDDHI 5.0 - THE ANNUAL BUSINESS CONCLAVE OF IIM VISAKHAPATNAM

09- 10 DECEMBER

IIM Visakhapatnam hosted its flagship annual business conclave Vriddhi5.0 at its
permanent campus on 9th and 10 Dec 2023. The event was inaugurated by all
the guests present and joined by Mr. Kaleem V Khan (Senior Admin Officer) and
Mr. Somashekar (Asst Manager – CDS & Alumni relations).

The first thought-provoking panel discussion was around the theme “Resilient Reign: Conquering Challenges
and Shaping Success” moderated by Mr. Guhesh Ramanathan (CEO- IIMV Field) included the panel
members Mr. Ashish Maheshwari (Current CFO of Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited), Mr. Seshadri Savalgi
(CFO and Finance Director of General Mills India), Mr. Abhijeet Puglia (Angel Investor, Start-up Mentor and
Entrepreneur), Mrs. Shivani Malhotra (Partner and Managing Director at Positive Vibes Consulting).

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