Kochi is preparing to host Kerala’s largest business gathering as Dhanam Business Media presents the 18th edition of the Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite on June 25 at Le Meridien Convention Centre.
Leading business leaders from across Kerala, Malayali entrepreneurs from different parts of India, overseas business owners, policymakers, senior government officials and prominent personalities from the social, political and economic spheres will come together for what has become the state's most prestigious business event. As in previous years, D-Day 2026 is expected to attract more than 1,000 delegates.
Organised by Dhanam Business Media, which has been closely associated with Kerala’s business community for nearly four decades, the Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite has a long-standing reputation for introducing new trends and ideas to the state's business ecosystem.
D-Day is designed to benefit entrepreneurs, business professionals and anyone aspiring for growth. The summit offers participants the opportunity to hear insights from nationally and internationally renowned speakers, connect with policymakers, senior executives and business leaders, and build valuable professional relationships.
The event also provides practical knowledge on emerging business trends, global economic developments and future opportunities, along with actionable ideas and connections that can help businesses grow.
Build meaningful connections with entrepreneurs, business leaders, policymakers and senior officials.
Gain fresh perspectives from leading national and international speakers.
Take part in the Speed Networking session to connect with a large number of delegates and unlock new business opportunities.
Another major attraction of the summit is the Dhanam Business Excellence Awards ceremony.
The awards, among the most respected recognitions in Kerala's business community, honour outstanding achievements in business and entrepreneurship. Winners are selected by an independent jury chaired by noted economist Venu G. Govind.
The jury evaluates nominees based on business growth, job creation, ethical business practices and their contribution to society.
Want to learn how artificial intelligence can help scale your business? Then don't miss the Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite on June 25.
As part of the event, Dr Ankur Narang, an expert in AI, machine learning and enterprise transformation with more than 30 years of experience in emerging technologies, will conduct a special masterclass on leveraging AI for business growth.
Dr Narang has worked with global organisations including IBM, Oracle, Siemens and leading research institutions. His areas of expertise include Generative AI, Agentic AI, optimisation, retail AI, fraud analytics, robotics and quantum technologies.
One of the featured speakers at this year's summit is Siddharth Balachandran, recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award and one of the largest individual investors in India's premier financial institutions, including the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange.
A successful global entrepreneur and Executive Chairman and CEO of Buimerc Corporation, Siddharth Balachandran is also known for his philanthropic initiatives and collaborations with various foundations and international organisations.
A panel discussion on how businesses can create a lasting impact on society will be another highlight of the summit.
The early-bird delegate fee for the Dhanam Business Summit is ₹2,999 plus GST. For branding opportunities and further details, contact: Anoop Abraham (Phone: 90725 70065, Email: anoop@dhanam.in). Website: www.dhanambusinesssummit.com