Bimaplan’s mission is unmistakable: to bridge the gaping insurance chasm in India by delivering tailor-made insurance solutions to individuals who have historically been excluded from the insurance framework. Powered by an end-to-end digital process, Bimaplan stands on the brink of revolutionizing insurance penetration across the nation.

At the heart of Bimaplan’s offerings lies UNO, which empowers businesses to seamlessly integrate pertinent insurance products into their customer interactions. This strategic move streamlines the decision-making process for customers, rendering insurance products more pertinent and accessible. Bimaplan’s multifaceted approach aims to elevate the overall customer experience, particularly during the often complex claims process.

Bimaplan does not operate in isolation; it has cultivated partnerships with an extensive array of stakeholders, encompassing financial services firms, tech startups, e-commerce platforms, and businesses spanning various sectors. This collaborative approach enables Bimaplan to fashion insurance products that precisely cater to the unique needs of its partners and their user bases.

One noteworthy partnership is with a prominent traveltech platform, where Bimaplan now offers real-time travel insurance to an extensive customer base spanning 500 cities and comprising 2 million users. Furthermore, Bimaplan is actively facilitating the distribution of credit life insurance in rural areas through collaborations with financial services companies.

The impact of Bimaplan’s endeavors is already manifest, with over 750,000 customers benefiting from their insurance solutions and a burgeoning network of more than 60 partners. Bolstered by an impressive month-on-month growth rate of 20%, Bimaplan harbors ambitious aspirations to expand its outreach further, with the goal of serving over 10 million users by the culmination of the fiscal year 2025.

Bimaplan’s unwavering commitment to democratizing insurance in India stands poised to transform the lives of millions, ultimately making affordable and comprehensive coverage an attainable reality for those who need it most.

He is an esteemed alumnus of the prestigious National Institute of Technology (NIT Rourkela), Indian Institute of Management (IIM Indore) and Vienna University of Economics & Business (WU), where he honed his business acumen and leadership skills. His academic prowess is further underscored by his designation as a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) charter holder from the esteemed CFA Institute, USA, and a Financial Risk Manager from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), USA. His passion for continuous learning with ongoing PhD from IIM Kozhikode and intellectual growth is truly commendable.

His excellence has been recognized and celebrated through numerous accolades including:

• “Best Executive Strategic Advisor” at the Future EA Summit and Awards in 2019 acknowledging his strategic insights and advisory prowess.
• “Academic Excellence Award” during his BTech in 2004.
• Executive Committee Member (General Secretary) of the PAN IIM Alumni Network in the Middle East, highlighting his influential role in fostering alumni engagement and collaboration.
• “Expert Speaker” Award at various summits recognizing his ability to deliver impactful presentations and insights to a discerning audience.
• Appreciation from Al Ghurair Group (TI) for efficient project delivery.
• “Golden Visa” Recipient in the UAE under the “Outstanding Specialized Talents (Business Executive)” category.

His expertise extends beyond the professional realm, encompassing his passion for long-distance running and literary exploration through novels. He always follows the mantra of ‘Start with the smallest and practice the easiest” in all his personal and professional endeavors.

His journey is one of accomplishment, dedication, and dynamic leadership. With a rich blend of education, industry expertise, and advocacy within alumni networks, he has consistently proven his ability to excel in diverse roles. His extensive accolades and achievements stand as a testament to his unwavering pursuit of excellence and his capacity to create lasting impact across all facets of his career. With this award, we wish him more achievements and success in the future.

Mr. Thakkar has been an instrumental figure in steering RR Parkon to the forefront of the automated car parking industry. The company’s commitment to innovation, exceptional customer service, and ethical practices has propelled it to become a preferred choice in the market. With a presence in over 50 cities across India and expanding global footprints in countries like Nepal, Uganda, Sri Lanka, UAE, Bahrain, and Oman, RR Parkon has solidified its position as a pioneer.

Throughout his tenure, Mr. Thakkar’s focus has been on Reliability, Safety, and Quality in designing car parking systems. Since 2001, he has led efforts to provide innovative solutions to builders and promoters, resulting in the development of 20 different variants of car parking systems, including Tower parking, Puzzle systems, Shuttle systems, and more. Under his guidance, an R&D team was established to continually develop better products and meet growing delivery demands.

Mr. Thakkar has also been at the forefront of adopting smart technologies in the car parking industry. His team utilizes sensors, cameras, and data analytics to monitor real-time parking space availability and guide drivers to vacant spots. As electric vehicles gain popularity, he has spearheaded the integration of electric vehicle charging stations, aligning with the global shift towards sustainable mobility.

Furthermore, Mr. Thakkar champions green initiatives within the industry. He has overseen the incorporation of eco-friendly designs, such as green roofs, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting systems, reducing the ecological footprint of car parking facilities.

Embracing the digital age, Mr. Thakkar has integrated AI and data analytics to optimize parking operations and predict peak hours. His visionary leadership and innovative strategies continue to shape RR Parkon’s growth trajectory, making a significant impact in the evolving landscape of car parking systems.

With an education in biosciences, Vivek has been passionately working over the last decade on leveraging the learning from these disruptions to address the last mile gap for accessible, affordable and accountable healthcare.  This is significant in a country like India, where the patient to doctor ratio and the beds per patient are so insufficient that the “physical” dimensions will rarely address the gap. 

He has been at the fore front of implementing the Hyperconnected Intelligent technologies to,

1. drive affordability & accessibility for quality healthcare,
2. addressing the last mile delivery issues, specifically leveraging the Common Services Centres / Public Health services; and,
3. leveraging technology to support Population Health programs – ensuring norms for data privacy and portability.

Vivek has worked in close coordination to drive adoption of such initiatives with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare – Government of India; Andhra Pradesh Primary Health Centres, the CSC e-Governance Services, World Health Organization, Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) and various Provider-Pharma-Payor ecosystem players across India, Brazil, UAE, Azerbaijan and the US.  

In November 2019, Vivek was awarded the Top Global Chief Enterprise Architect by ICMG and John A. Zachman (Father of Modern Enterprise Architecture), in New York (Ref: https://tinyurl.com/ICMG2019).  This was in recognition for his role as the Chief Enterprise Architect, CallHealth Services Private Limited.  CallHealth is India’s largest full service integrated health tech platform aggregating over 35 health and wellness services.

Continuing to express the need to leverage technology in the Provider-Pharma-Payor ecosystem, Vivek has architected the Supply Chain Aggregation Platform (2020 Onwards) for India’s first Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) working on behalf of Hospitals – StratMed.  The aim is to improve the purchasing practices and thus, drive savings – leading to affordable care for patients while ensuring better health outcomes.  The platform was awarded the “Best Project of 2022” and “Healthcare Project of 2022” by APAC ComputerWeekly.com (https://tinyurl.com/StratMedComputerweekly).  The Platform has obtained a patent for the NLP/ML based Data Transformation Module in 2023, that enables Interoperability with disparate hospital supply chain systems.  Another patent pending if the Hospital Formulary design framework based on a Cost and Efficacy model.

Through the initiatives in the healthcare domain, Vivek has architected and delivered platforms that today touch over 1 Million lives.  

Currently, Vivek is working as the Founder and Managing Partner with Vivikta Advisory & Creatives.  Vivikta is engaged in addressing the digital transformation agenda for its clients.  His work currently is expressed in the form of live technology-based platforms with valuations >US$ 500 Million.

Vivek has continuously pursued the path of designing agile and nimble products, while ensuring their lifetime usage costs align the frugal nature of our ecosystem.

Throughout his career, Raj has worked with various local and multinational companies, such as Satyam (now Tech Mahindra), ST Electronics, NCS, Ogilvy, Fujitsu, Singtel, and NTUC Income. With over 20 years of corporate experience, he co-founded Cybervault Innovations & Technologies Pte Ltd in Singapore alongside Mr. Srinivasan Govindarajan in 2018.

Cybervault has emerged as a leading SaaS software and services provider for SMEs and construction businesses in Singapore and the APAC region, with an Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Coimbatore, India. With headquarters in Singapore, they are gearing up to open an office in the United Kingdom (UK) by Q4 2023.

The journey of Cybervault’s expansion to India during the pandemic in 2019 is an intriguing chapter. In response to the need for cost-cutting and scaling the technology and operations team, the management decided to establish operations in India in 2020. What began as a one-member team in March 2020 has now grown to a workforce of 25+ professionals across various locations such as Coimbatore, Kannur, Chennai, Bangalore, Noida, Ahmedabad, and Pune. The Coimbatore division is efficiently managed by Ms. Subashree Ramanathan, an early recruit of the Indian operations.

Notably, Cybervault has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation. They were awarded the SME 100 Fast Moving Company Award and the Most Innovative Startup Award in 2022 by the SME community. With global clientele spanning regions like Germany, Ireland, Dubai, and the United States of America (U.S.A), the company has received a government grant to expand its operations in the UK. This expansion will enable them to better serve existing customers and gain new clients in the European market.

To know more about the company, you can visit the official site at www.cybervaultit.com

Throughout his career, Pradeep has successfully managed numerous high-value transactions, showcasing his competence in the real estate domain. Furthermore, he receives support, motivation, and mentorship from a highly experienced senior professional who has built a robust network with top industrial houses, senior counsels, and other high-net-worth individuals.

One of Pradeep’s remarkable traits is his ability to work confidentially and professionally with investors, earning their trust and respect. Over the past two decades, Wealthvisiory Capital has established a solid reputation in the real estate arena, earning a loyal client base through exceptional service and strong relationships. The firm’s success is built on referrals and the goodwill it has earned over the years.

The team at Wealthvisiory Capital comprises seasoned real estate professionals with an impeccable reputation in the industry. They prioritize client relationships and go the extra mile to stand out from their competitors. Under Pradeep’s visionary leadership, the company aims to reach new heights in the real estate domain and continue providing top-notch services to its clients.

Under Varun’s leadership, MAGIC has secured an impressive $2.5 million in investment to date from two renowned venture capital funds: Fasanara Capital and SFC Capital, both of which have previously supported billion-dollar unicorn start-ups like Grover and Onfido. The roster of angel investors backing MAGIC is equally impressive, including CEOs and senior executives from Spotify, Stripe, Tough Mudder, Facebook, HSBC, as well as the founders of major British success stories, such as Citymapper, OLIO, Beamery, Heights, Humanity, and Signal AI.

Despite being a new entrant in the start-up world, MAGIC has managed to attract an impressive team of brand ambassadors and workout content creators. The list includes eminent personalities such as Former England Cricket Captain, Sir Alastair Cook; Former Manchester United and England legend, Jesse Lingard; Strictly Come Dancing champion, Katya Jones; Team GB’s record-breaking champions, Desiree Henry & Asha Philip, and England Rugby’s Celia Quansah.

The media has taken notice of MAGIC’s innovative approach to fitness. The Financial Times praised it as “smarter and more nuanced than Peloton,” while The Times listed it as “One of the Best Workout Equipment 2023.” The accolades continue with Techround naming MAGIC as the #1 IoT start-up of 2021, Silicon Valley’s OnDeck recognizing it among the Top Companies of 2023, and Tech Nation selecting it for the prestigious Applied AI cohort.

In just its first year of launch, the MAGIC product has already made its way into prominent retail outlets, including London’s Selfridges and Westfield White City.

Before his ground-breaking work with MAGIC, Varun Bhanot demonstrated his exceptional entrepreneurial acumen by scaling tech start-up Hubble from its founding to securing £10m+ in VC funding. Additionally, he contributed to the community through his non-for-profit initiative UNHOUSED.ORG.

Varun’s academic journey has been equally remarkable. He pursued Entrepreneurship at Cambridge University’s Judge Business School and completed his Law undergraduate studies at the prestigious London School of Economics (LSE).

With MAGIC’s extraordinary growth trajectory and Varun Bhanot’s innovative leadership, the fitness landscape is set to witness a transformative revolution, making personalized and immersive workouts accessible to all.

Academic Excellence:

Raj C Mohan earned a Ph.D. in Organization Behavior after completing his Engineering in Information Technology and an MBA in IT. His thirst for knowledge led him to explore diverse subjects, showcasing a remarkable ability to grasp complex concepts with ease.

Professional Achievements:

With a work experience of 21+ years and having worked with prominent companies such as Mphasis, Dell, HP, and IBM, Raj C Mohan now serves as the Director – Geography Executive at Kyndryl, where he leads the Cloud Business covering markets across America (North America, South America, and Canada). Additionally, he takes on the role of University Relationship Leader for Kyndryl India.

Raj’s pursuit of excellence has led to multiple achievements in the field of IT and Cloud Services. Whether through innovative projects or pioneering initiatives, he consistently raises the bar, earning admiration from his direct reports, peers, and superiors alike. Raj C Mohan is consistently recognized by his organization and his peers, recently winning the People’s Choice award.

University Champion for Kyndryl India:

• As a Guest Lecturer and Technical Advocate, he has addressed 10K+ students across 50 Colleges between 2022-23, covering technical, corporate life, and life skills.
• He has been a Chief Guest for various colleges across India.
• Planning visits in 2023 for more than 10K students for their placements in 2024.

Impact on Society:

Beyond his professional achievements, Raj has made significant contributions to society. He is engaged with two prominent NGOs in India – Bhumi and Team Everest.

Under Bhumi’s Right to Education CSR activity, Raj successfully secured admissions for more than 25 students in 2021 and 2022, and 18 students in 2020, with ongoing efforts for 2023. This initiative ensures that children have access to education by utilizing government scheme benefits without additional fees or intermediaries involved.

With Team Everest, he is actively involved in two projects, Bridge and Speak Out, which focus on mentoring graduate students from underprivileged families. Raj helps them improve their interpersonal and communication skills, personality development, industry knowledge, and understanding, with support from corporate and NGO sponsorships.

He has also been associated with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and actively participates in Kyndryl’s CSR initiatives in Bengaluru, such as the “Plant a Tree” initiative, “The Green Pedals” initiative, and the “GOODERA” Tactile card for the welfare of specially-abled kids, among others.

Throughout his career, Imit Arora has showcased his expertise across a diverse array of luxury brands, including The Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, and The Lalit Hotels. His invaluable experience in the luxury arena has solidified his reputation as a true hospitality professional, adept at establishing a strong foothold in any operation.

Currently at the helm of the esteemed Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre – An IHG Hotel for the past two years, Imit leads with prowess, overseeing 172 keys and spearheading the hotel’s operations with finesse. Within the establishment, guests are treated to a plethora of exquisite dining experiences, ranging from the flavors of Rajasthan and international delights at the Monarch restaurant to the authentic Pan-Asian cuisine at Chao. Furthermore, Roadhouse offers a casual yet vibrant Restro Bar atmosphere, while Ten Kings sets the stage for a contemporary and sophisticated Bar & Lounge experience. The hotel also stands out as an ideal destination for memorable “Celebrations & Events,” offering well-equipped banquets, lush lawns, and state-of-the-art meeting rooms.

As a seasoned General Manager, Imit Arora possesses extensive expertise across various operational departments, enabling him to shape a vision that prioritizes the highest levels of guest satisfaction, profitability, and employee engagement at Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre. Under his leadership, the hotel has flourished into a hub of hospitality excellence, where guests and employees alike find comfort and delight.

Imit Arora’s unwavering dedication, unmatched experience, and boundless passion for hospitality have carved a remarkable legacy that continues to elevate the industry’s standards. His journey, fueled by excellence and authenticity, remains an inspiration for aspiring hoteliers and a testament to the enduring power of true hospitality.