BENGALURU: “Digital streaming networks are not a competition to the film industry, but additional sources of revenue. We have this new-found freedom on digital platforms, which is very exciting,” said filmmaker Karan Johar on the Friday, the first day of the third edition of IIMBue Leadership Conclave, organised by the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore Alumni Association. He said, “To stay relevant, you need to sharpen your instincts. Keep your eyes and ears open all the time. Bollywood can be a victim of a disease called delusion. We need to value criticism and change with the times.”
Roopa Moudgal, IGP, Home Guards & Civil Defence, speaking at a women-only panel, said, “Taking risks with courage is what women need to learn more. To make a mark, risking it is essential. Women leaders should define their own rules of leadership instead of merely following the norm set by their male counterparts over the years.” Consul General of Israel to India Dana Krush and Founder Director of Science Gallery Bangalore Jahnavi Phalkey were the other speakers.
In another panel which included former ISRO Chairman Dr Radhakrishnan, experts spoke on the importance of good strategic leadership required to propel India to become a global power in space exploration. The reusable launch vehicle used by ISRO was cited as one among the major breakthroughs that would impact generations to come.
In her inaugural address, Chief Patron of IIMBue – Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, CMD, Biocon, said, “We truly think we have built a strong foundation for IIMBue to become the largest alumni-driven conclave in the country. Today every organization is grappling to remain relevant in the digital economy. IIMBue aims to redefine the changing role of the new-age leader, who is an innovator and maverick.”
