In this engaging interview, we are thrilled to speak with Shesh (Venkatraman Sheshashayee), an alumnus of the PGP 1988 batch of IIM Bangalore, and the author of Sixty Is the New Assassin. This thrilling first book in a 12-part series introduces Ishmael Dollah, a retired CEO turned assassin, navigating a...
In this interview, we connect with Shamit Bagchi, an alumnus of the PGPSEM 2008 batch at IIM Bangalore, to explore his debut science fiction novel Where Quantum Agents Bloom. Shamit’s background in Applied Physics, AI, and complex systems theory plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative of the book,...
Beyond IIMB: New Podcast Series Featuring IIMB Alumni The PGP Student Alumni Committee, with support from the Alumni Office, has launched an exciting video podcast series showcasing inspiring conversations with IIMB alumni. The first episode features Vikram Vaidyanathan, Managing Director of Z47 (formerly Matrix Partners) and PGP 2007 alumnus, in...
Fostering connections between Alumni Leaders and the next generation of Alum Comm The IIMB Alumni Office hosted a memorable dinner at the exclusive IIMB Club, Taj West End, Bengaluru, to honor the outgoing Alum Comm team and warmly welcome the new team. This gathering celebrated the contributions of the outgoing...
Professor Rahul De’ Bids Farewell to IIMB After 22 Years of Excellence On 31st December 2024, Professor Rahul De’ from the Information Systems area superannuated from IIM Bangalore, concluding a distinguished 22-year tenure at the Institute. Before joining IIMB, Prof. De’ held teaching positions at several renowned institutions across the...
BPIM-Dubai: Exploring Global Business Dynamics with IIMB Faculty Leadership The BPIM-Dubai program, led by IIM Bangalore’s Finance & Accounting faculty, Prof. M Jayadev and Prof. Debojyoti Das, offered participants a unique opportunity to delve into Dubai’s dynamic business ecosystem. Held in December 2024, the program combined expert-led sessions and industry...
Remembering Mahadevappa Avina With heartfelt sorrow, we share the news of the passing of Mahadevappa Avina, a valued member of the PGP 1975–77 batch at IIM Bangalore. Mahadevappa passed away earlier this year after being hospitalized at Apollo Hospital due to a cardiac arrest. His passing is a poignant reminder...
Celebrating the Transformative Journey of AMP at IIM Bangalore On December 8, 2024, the IIM Bangalore Auditorium hosted the Advanced Management Programme (AMP) Alumni Meet, bringing together participants across batches. Organized by the IIMB Alumni Association (IIMBAA) and the Executive Education Programmes (EEP), the event followed the valedictory ceremony of...
Sixty Is The New Assassin – Shesh (Venkatraman Sheshashayee), PGP 1988 About the Book WAS AN ASSASSIN’S ROLE AKIN TO A CEO’S ROLE? BOTH NEEDED SOME SUSPENSION OF MORALITY, A WILLINGNESS TO DO THINGS THAT MOST WOULD NOT, OR COULD NOT. After retiring from active corporate life, sixty-year-old Ishmael Dollah...
Rishikesha T. Krishnan, Director, IIM Bangalore, and Mukta Kulkarni, Dean of Academics, describe the key pillars of innovations at the institute that align them with the present-day industry and societal needs. As the global economy undergoes rapid transformation, and as every sector witnesses flux and job roles get redefined, questions...
– Prof. Mukta KulkarniOB&HRM Area, IIM Bangalore Uses of flexibility in the digital age It is a privilege to write about the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), an institution whose impressive achievements and global influence in management education continues to inspire and raise the bar of excellence. Our vision...
– Dr. Nishant Kumar Verma and Nandan Singh from IIMB, Rajat Verma (CEO, LOHUM Cleantech), and Prof. Milan Kumar from IIMV To enhance this pace of EV growth, emphasis should be on improving the current inspection technologies and policies to ensure the safe and sustainable reusability and recyclability of batteries...
– Prof. S Ramesh Kumar (Former IIMB Faculty) & S Swaminathan, Founder of ContraMinds Brands using MarTech must balance AI-driven tools with human emotion to avoid losing their essence. Examples include AI-generated ads, automated calls, and misdirected personalization. Effective digital marketing requires fusing customer journeys with mindsets and combining conventional strategies...
AI-Powered Resolution Startup CADRE Secures $200K Pre-Series A Funding CADRE, an online dispute resolution platform from Cohort 6 of NSRCEL’s Velocity Program, has raised $200,000 in its pre-series A funding round. CADRE utilizes AI-driven technology to streamline dispute resolution, cutting timelines to just 45-60 days. This innovative approach addresses inefficiencies...
Dr. Pavan Soni is a distinguished author, researcher, educator, and consultant known for his expertise in innovation, strategy, and design thinking. His latest book, Design Your Career, offers valuable insights into how individuals can take control of their career journeys and create a meaningful and impactful professional life. Dr. Soni’s...
IIMB Alumni Honored with President’s Award for Pioneering Contributions to Disability Advocacy On World Disability Day, December 3, 2024, two distinguished IIMB alumni were honored with prestigious National Awards by the Honorable President of India in recognition of their pioneering contributions to disability advocacy. Vineet Saraiwala, a PGP ’15 alumnus...
In Memory of Prof. Ganesh N. Prabhu (1964–2024) We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Prof. Ganesh N. Prabhu on the evening of December 24, 2024. Prof. Prabhu was a distinguished scholar in product innovation, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. He was not only an exceptional...
Alumni from various batches reunited at IIM Bangalore, reliving cherished memories and reconnecting with their peers. Accompanied by their families, their presence brought warmth and nostalgia to the gatherings. Director Prof. Rishikesha T. Krishnan, Dean of Alumni Relations and Development Prof. Sourav Mukherji, and Head of Alumni Relations Mr. Utanka...
Walking in the Park – Tales from Lalbagh by K.M. Chandrashekaran, 1976 About the Book Lalbagh – the magnificent horticultural park in Bangalore, with its trees, shrubs, lakes, ponds, flower-gardens, the Glass House, the Bandstand, gazebos, the Rock and little temples – is the setting for this collection of short...
IIMB Commemorates 75 Years of India’s Constitution on Constitution Day IIM Bangalore celebrated the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution with a special event honoring National Constitution Day, or Samvidhan Divas. The occasion reflected on the enduring legacy of the Constitution, adopted on November 26, 1949, as...
