India’s rulebook is moving in favor of global insourcing, from export-benefit clarity to state-level incentives. This discussion examines what already works, what still slows set-ups and expansions, and the next five fixes that would lower friction, de-risk compliance, and keep India the easiest place to build and run a GCC.

With prime hubs near capacity, leaders are testing new cities for cost, talent, and retention gains. This panel evaluates readiness on infrastructure, universities, and vendor ecosystems, playbooks for hub-and-spoke models, and how to maintain culture and delivery quality when teams are distributed across multiple locations.

From quick-start managed spaces to built-to-suit campuses, footprint strategy now shapes speed and brand. This conversation looks at hybrid norms, amenity stacks that lift productivity, security-by-design for regulated work, and data on what actually improves collaboration and retention in centers of 500 to 5,000 people.

Great GCCs win on empowerment, clarity, and trust. We’ll dig into mechanisms that move teams from ticket takers to problem owners—product thinking, internal marketplaces, OKR alignment, and manager habits that reduce micromanagement. The outcome is a culture that attracts top talent and produces repeatable innovation.

In this captivating and deeply personal conversation, celebrated actor, storyteller, and public speaker Boman Irani bridges the worlds of art and enterprise. Drawing from a lifetime of creative expression and real-world experience, he offers a fresh, emotionally resonant perspective on leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Through candid storytelling, Boman explores themes such as: ● Leading with empathy and authenticity ● Embracing purpose and continuous learning ● Building resilience through uncertainty and change ● Staying inspired across careers and disciplines ● The art of influence through storytelling This session promises to inspire professionals across all domains to lead with heart, evolve with purpose, and find meaning in their journeys—both personal and professional.