Speakers of 2024
S. Seshachalam
Country Manager – India, Bel
S. Seshachalam is an Electronics Engineer with 40 years of work experience in the consumer electronics and semiconductor industry. For the past 13 years, he has been a key contributor at Bel Group in India. Prior to this, Seshachalam worked in several reputed organizations, gaining extensive expertise in manufacturing, quality control, design and development, and sales and marketing.
Nikhil Maheshwari
Vice President, Hindware Home Innovation Limited
Nikhil Maheshwari is the Head of Research & Development in Hindware Home Innovation Limited (HHIL). He is an accomplished R&D professional with over 21+ years of rich experience in Consumer Durable Industry in India as well as other countries. He holds a Mechanical Engineer degree from Delhi College of Engineering and a Six Sigma Black Belt.
Bibhu Sankar Sahu
Technical Manager eiSos India, Würth Elektronik
Bibhu Sankar Sahu is a Technical Manager at eiSos India with 18 years of experience in power electronics design, EMC testing, and providing design solutions to customers.
He is extensively involved in circuit reviews to qualify electronic products for various testing standards.
With a rich background in presenting over 500 technical seminars for design houses, electronic manufacturing services, and technical professionals, Bibhu is a recognized expert in his field. He has also served as a guest lecturer for the EMI & EMC sessions at IIT Mumbai and ARAI Academy.
Neeraj Chaturvedi
CEO, Oneiot
Neeraj is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the Internet of Things (IoT) industry. As the CEO of Oneiot, he spearheads the company’s vision to Simplify Things.
Pradhan Rivankar
Sr. Account Manager, Analog Devices
Pradhan Rivankar is a seasoned semiconductor technical sales and marketing professional with over 15 years of experience. He possesses a deep understanding of electronics design across various verticals, including automotive, industrial, and consumer sectors. Pradhan began his career as a design engineer and has since advanced to managing key automotive OEMs in India.
Currently, he serves as a Sr. Account Manager for Automotive Accounts at Analog Devices.
Praveen Jose
Field Application Manager (FAM), Analog Devices
Praveen Jose, Field Application Manager (FAM) at Analog Devices, is an accomplished professional. He has over 20 years of experience in the electronics industry.
Throughout his dynamic and multifaceted career, he has worn various hats, ranging from electronic designer to leading technical teams. Praveen’s extensive expertise and leadership have made significant contributions to the field.
Navneet Vinaik
Head – Demand Creation; Sales Manager – Power Semiconductors & South Africa, Littelfuse
Navneet heads the Demand Creation team at Littelfuse India, overseeing Sales of Power Semiconductors and managing Key Accounts for the India region. With Littelfuse for about 11 years, he has expertise in all the technologies offered by the company. Prior to Littelfuse, Navneet held various roles in Field Application Engineering and Design, focusing on Power Electronics systems. He holds a B.Sc. in Electronics from Delhi University and an M.Sc. in Electronics from JMI University. With over 18 years in the Semiconductor Industry.
Aniruddha Kulkarni
Regional Sales Manager – North India
National Business Development Manager – Emerging Segments, Molex
Responsible for Business Growth in North India for all Market Segments and Business Development of Emerging Segments across India. With over 25 years of professional experience in various areas like Key Account management, Channel Management, Sales Management, Application based support in Automotive, Industrial, Medical & Consumer Electronics segments.
S. Sathish
Regional Sales Manager &
All India & Srilanka Distribution Manager, Molex
S. Sathish, Regional Sales Manager and All India & Sri Lanka Distribution Manager at Molex, is responsible for business growth in South India and Sri Lanka across all market segments. With over 20 years of professional experience in design, key account management, channel management, and application-based support in automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics segments, he brings extensive expertise to his role. Sathish also oversees all India distribution activities and manages the sales development group, focusing on lead generation and business conversion.
Vimal Kumar R N
Sr Hardware Engineer, Quin Design
Vimal Kumar is a Program Management and Senior Hardware Engineer at QUIN Design in Hyderabad. He spearheads the development of seven innovative safety products. As a startup enthusiast and expert in electronic product development, Vimal is on a mission to transform products into impactful solutions. He specializes in creating cutting-edge electronic products that seamlessly blend innovation and practicality, with deep expertise in product design, innovation management, and startup dynamics.
Hrishikesh Kamat
CEO, Shalaka Connected Devices LLP
Tarun Mehta
Sr. Business Marketing Manager, Silicon Labs
With over 13 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, Tarun Mehta is a seasoned professional known for driving innovation and digital transformation. Currently, he serves as the Sr. Business Marketing Manager at Silicon Labs, specializing in fostering strategic partnerships and delivering cutting-edge IoT solutions.
Tarun’s background includes pivotal roles at Semtech and other leading semiconductor companies, bringing a wealth of expertise in LoRa technology and its applications in IoT.
Rakesh Basavaraju
Field Application Engineer, TE Connectivity
Rakesh Basavaraju, a Field Application Engineer at TE Connectivity, specializes in driving Distribution business. With a decade-long expertise in sensing, connectivity, and lighting solutions, he adeptly crafts ideal customer solutions. A Visvesvaraya Technical University engineering alumnus, Rakesh’s innovative approach has garnered internal recognition at TE, propelling various product lines. Beyond work, he indulges in travel, both professional and leisure, and passionately follows football as a dedicated sports enthusiast.
UdayaBhaskar Rao
CEO & Managing Director at iRam Technologies
UdayaBhaskar Rao is the CEO & Managing Director at iRam Technologies, focusing on IoT technologies for smart cities. With over 30 years of experience in the telecommunication industry, he has excelled in leadership, project management, design, development, testing, and product evaluation. His expertise spans core transmission, switching, data communication, access systems, and EMS/NMS. UdayaBhaskar’s vast knowledge and experience are driving innovation and smart solutions in urban infrastructure at iRam Technologies.