Speaking

Speaking in public is an essential part of my professional responsibilities and something I truly enjoy. Oral communication is the most powerful way to convey ideas and to motivate people.

Are you curious to find out where I’ve spoken recently? Check out the list of my speaking engagements, including panel and event moderations, and media appearances. Below you can find a list of topics that I cover.

Global Affairs

  • Business Diplomacy
  • Geopolitics and international relations
  • The rise of India and Indo-German relations
  • Democracy, elections, participation, and governance

Learning and Education

  • Higher Education management
  • Innovative teaching and learning, especially using technology and experiential/immersive teaching
  • New trends in global education

Communication

  • Public Speaking
  • Negotiation
  • Social media

Leadership and Strategy

  • Managing digital transformation and disruption
  • Organizational culture, change management and process transformation
  • Corporate strategy and business models
  • Design thinking
  • Customer experience and centricity
  • Scenario development

To enhance my own capabilities, in 2009 I joined Toastmasters. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills there and earned the “Distinguished Toastmaster” award. I’ve also been teaching public speaking to students and professionals for many years and coaching executives.