Kochi is set to host Kerala’s biggest gathering of business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and policymakers on Thursday, June 25, as the 18th Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite gets underway at Le Meridien Convention Centre.
Organised by Dhanam Business Media, the event is expected to attract more than 1,000 delegates from across Kerala, other parts of India and overseas.
Held under the theme “Purpose-Driven Leadership for a Better World”, this year’s summit aims to explore how businesses can achieve sustainable growth while creating long-term value for society. The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, networking opportunities and the presentation of prestigious Dhanam awards.
One of the major highlights of the evening will be the presentation of the Dhanam Lifetime Achievement Award to E. Sreedharan, popularly known as the Metro Man of India. Sreedharan is widely credited with transforming urban transportation in the country through landmark projects such as the Konkan Railway and the Delhi Metro. His contributions have earned him some of India's highest civilian honours, including the Padma Shri and the Padma Vibhushan.
The summit will also honour outstanding entrepreneurs and organisations through the Dhanam Business Excellence Awards, recognising achievements across diverse sectors of the economy. Over the years, the awards have become one of Kerala’s most respected recognitions for business excellence.
The programme will feature an AI masterclass by Dr Ankur Narang, founder and CEO of DeepCoreX, and a fireside conversation with investor and entrepreneur Siddharth Balachandran. A high-profile panel discussion on building businesses that create lasting impact will bring together some of Kerala’s leading business personalities.
For nearly four decades, Dhanam has played a significant role in shaping Kerala’s business ecosystem through its publications, events and initiatives. The Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite has evolved into one of the state's most influential business forums, offering a platform for learning, networking and celebrating entrepreneurial success.
With a blend of knowledge-sharing, recognition and networking, the 18th Dhanam Business Summit & Award Nite promises to provide fresh ideas, meaningful connections and inspiration for businesses charting their next phase of growth.
Those interested in attending the summit can register online by visiting the Dhanam Business Summit website www.dhanambusinesssummit.com.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with leading business personalities, industry experts and entrepreneurs, making the event a valuable platform for learning, networking and exploring new business opportunities. Contact: 90725 70065