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The GCC Revolution: India at the Helm
India has firmly established itself as the global leader in the rapidly growing GCC (Global Capability Centers) ecosystem. Currently, the country is home to over 1,700 GCCs, which employ nearly 1.9 million professionals and contribute an impressive $64.6 billion in revenue to the economy. This dynamic sector is on a fast track to surpass $105 billion by 2030, with projections indicating that over 2,400 GCCs will be operational across the country. India’s strategic positioning as the nucleus of this transformation underscores its pivotal role in shaping the future of global business services.
At the Heart of Hyderabad: The Next GCC Chapter
The ET Edge GCC Summit has long served as the definitive compass guiding the evolution of India’s Global Capability Centers (GCCs). Across editions in Delhi, Pune, and Bangalore, and with a strong legacy in Hyderabad, we have consistently shaped industry narratives, sparked strategic dialogue, and enabled meaningful cross-sector collaborations.
We are now proud to announce the highly anticipated 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit in Hyderabad. This is not just another milestone, but a decisive convergence in one of India’s fastest growing innovation hubs.
Hyderabad, here’s why:
At the center of this growth surge is Hyderabad, a city that has rapidly emerged as one of India’s most advanced capability ecosystems with:
More than 300,000 professionals employed in the GCC sector, contributing to nearly 15 percent of India’s total GCC talent base (NASSCOM Hyderabad Ecosystem Report, 2024)
A record-breaking 13.1 million square feet of office space leased in 2024 (JLL India, Q1 2025 Real Estate Market Outlook)
A 17 percent share of leasing among India’s top cities, marking a 52 percent year-on-year growth (CBRE India – Office Leasing Trends 2024)
GCCs accounting for 41 percent of total leasing in Q1 2025 alone (1.6 million square feet) (Colliers India – Quarterly Market Insights, 2025)
& by 2030, the GCC sector is projected to scale to $105 billion, with more than 2,400 centers employing over 2.8 million people. (Zinnov-NASSCOM GCC India Landscape 2023)
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
Welcome to The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit
The Centerstage of Transformation
The 9th Edition of the ET Edge GCC Summit will build on this momentum. It will bring together industry trailblazers, policymakers, technologists, and global leaders to decode the next wave of GCC transformation, spark high-value conversations on innovation, talent, AI, and leadership, explore Hyderabad’s evolving role as a global capability nucleus, and co-design the future of GCCs that are bolder, faster, and future-ready. This is more than an event; it is a blueprint for what is next, a strategic platform to shape the next phase of India’s GCC journey, from Hyderabad to the world.
Industry Representation
This summit is tailor-made for leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of global capabilities:
C-Suite Executives:
CEOs, MDs, and Country Heads of Global Capability Centers (GCCs).
Senior Leadership:
CXOs, CTOs, CIOs, Heads of Finance, HR, and Legal from multinational corporations with significant GCC operations.
Government & Policy Makers:
Central and state officials focused on IT, Electronics, Communications, and Industries.
Industry Architects:
Representatives from leading industry associations (NASSCOM, FICCI, etc.) and trade bodies.
Strategic Investors:
Investment firms, venture capitalists, and real estate developers keen on the GCC growth story.
Recognizing The Impactful GCC Leaders of India
Core Pillars of Discussion
Evolution of GCCs
Responsible AI
AI-first GCCs
Cybersecurity & Compliance
Talent Transformation
Policy Enablers
ESG Integration
Urban Innovation
Banking & Financial Services
Real Estate & Infrastructure
Advisory Board Members

Aditi Shukla
AXA XL

Amit Kalra
Swiss Re Global Business Solutions

Amit Talwar
AGCO

Jaideep Agarwal
Warner Bros. Discovery

Lalitha Indrakanti

Mrinal Duggal

Pawan Sachdeva
Carelon Global Solutions India

Rajesh Mani
Mastercard

Rohan Lobo
Deloitte India
Our Esteemed Speakers - Hyderabad Edition

Amit Talwar
AGCO

Amjad Khan Patan
Bosch Global Software Technologies

Aneel Kumar Savalagi
Takeda

Durga Prakash
McDonald’s

Jaideep Agarwal
Warner Bros. Discovery

Jaya Dass
Randstad Enterprise
Randstad SourceRight & RiseSmart

Jyoti Arora

Mrinal Duggal
Sanofi Global Hub, Hyderabad

Pawan Sachdeva
Carelon Global Solutions India

Prasad Washikar
Cybage Software

Bhaskar Katamneni, IAS
ITE&C Department
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Subba Perepa
JPMC

Subbaraman Sankarraman
CtrlS

Sucharita Thakur
Uber

Sushma Prabhakar
Reckitt

Tushar Asirvadam
Jaguar Land Rover

Umanath Kumar
Pfizer
Thought Leaders Who’ve Defined the GCC Dialogue

Ajit Nayak
HCLTech

Amit Dubey
Airbnb Global Capability Centre

Gaurav Gupta
Deloitte India

Jaideep Agarwal
Warner Bros. Discovery

Mamatha Madireddy
HSBC

Ruma Kishore
Unilever

Shri Anil Kumar Sagar (IAS)

Anuradha Kumar
AstraZeneca

Chirag Buch
Marsh McLennan
Partners
Presenting Partner
Knowledge Partner
AI Partner
Category Partner
GCC Innovation & Service Partner
Learning Partner
Workspace Partner
State Partner
Associate Partners
Exhibit Partner
Supporting Associations
Media Partners
Education Partner
Business Insights Partner
Conceptualized & Executed By
Agenda
As GCCs evolve into strategic hubs, leaders must navigate a complex matrix of talent, emerging tech, shifting regulations, and enterprise reinvention. This session brings together top GCC leaders to decode how they’re balancing these forces to drive sustainable, future-ready transformation from India.
Speakers:
- Mamatha Madireddy, MD & Head, HSBC India Global Service Centres
- Jaideep Agarwal, India GBS Leader, Warner Bros. Discovery
- Mrinal Duggal, Head of Sanofi Global Hub, Hyderabad
- Pawan Sachdeva, Managing Director – Technology, Carelon Global Solutions India
- Quess Corp Spokesperson
- Moderator- Rohan Lobo, Partner, Deloitte India
With the rise of data-driven medicine, real-world evidence, and AI-powered drug discovery, GCCs are fast emerging as vital growth engines for global pharma and medtech enterprises. This session uncovers how these centers are reshaping the industry from within.
Speakers:
- Mohit Dhingra, Managing Director, Hyderabad, Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Naveen Gullapalli, Managing Director, Amgen India
- Mohit Sood, Regional Managing Principal, ZS
India’s GCCs are no longer just adopters-they’re becoming global architects of AI, cloud, and platform engineering. This session explores how centers are reimagining enterprise tech stacks, driving innovation at scale, and building future-ready digital infrastructure for 2030 and beyond.
Speakers:
- Rupesh Goel, Managing Director & Head of Credit- India, First Citizens India
- Amit Talwar, Country Director, AGCO
- Rajesh Puneyani, VP Technology & Site Leader, Kenvue GCC
- Malahar Pinnelli, VP & Country Leader, 7-Eleven Global Solution Center
- Aneel Kumar Savalagi, Global Chapter Leader – ICC (Innovation Capability Centre), Global DD&T (Data, Digital & Technology), Takeda
- Quess Spokesperson
As GCCs expand, the need for agile, sustainable, and tech-enabled infrastructure is critical. This session explores how real estate strategies are evolving to support hybrid work, ESG targets, and India’s ambition to host future-ready, net-zero global capability hubs.
Speakers:
- Tushar Asirvadam, Head - Corporate Services, Jaguar Land Rover
- Arpit Mehrotra, Managing Director, Office Services, Colliers
- Smartworks Spokesperson
The GCC talent narrative is shifting from scale to skill. This session delves into how GCCs are nurturing AI fluency, fostering engagement, and building future-fit teams to lead enterprise transformation in the decade ahead.
Speakers:
- Jaya Dass, Managing Director, Asia Pacific - Randstad Enterprise | Randstad SourceRight & RiseSmart
- Dr. S Venkat Kumar, Principal Consultant - Business Support, KONE Elevators and Escalators India
- Umanath Kumar, Country HR Partner – APAC & AFME | Comms & Engagement – India, Pfizer
- Meenakshi Chhillar, HR Country Leader, ModMed India
- Ganpat Anchaliya, Site Head, Novartis Corporate Center, Hyderabad
- Amjad Khan Patan, Vice President & Centre Head (Hyderabad), Bosch Global Software Technologies
India stands at a unique crossroads- where progressive policy meets global ambition. With proactive governance, a thriving innovative ecosystem, and a skilled talent pool, the nation is redefining what it means to be a global capability powerhouse. This keynote will spotlight how India’s policy vision is unlocking bold new possibilities for enterprises worldwide, and why GCCs are central to this reinvention journey.
Speakers:
Jyoti Arora, IAS, Advisor to Govt of India, Former Additional Secretary & Financial Advisor, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India
Be the Partner Powering Tomorrow’s GCCs
Partnering at the ET Edge GCC Summit 2025 means aligning with the epicentre of global business transformation. As GCCs evolve beyond cost centres into hubs of innovation, AI, and R&D, this platform connects you with the minds shaping the future-from tech giants to finance leaders. Showcase your brand, spark strategic conversations, and unlock high-impact collaborations in a market poised to hit $110 billion by 2030. Don’t just follow the GCC revolution-lead it.