Panel Discussion : \"Inner leader - Vipassana for Business\"

TiE Hyderabad is organizing a Panel Discussion on "Inner leader -
Vipassana for Business" from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday 17th February,
2012 at the Center for Organization Development, COD, Madhapur, Hyderabad.

Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's
most ancient techniques for exercising the mind. It was rediscovered by
Gotama Buddha more than 2500 years ago.

This non-sectarian technique aims for the total eradication of mental
impurities and the resultant highest happiness of full liberation. Healing,
not merely the curing of diseases, but the essential healing of human
suffering, is its purpose.

Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation. It
focuses on the deep interconnection between mind and body, which can be
experienced directly by disciplined attention to the physical sensations
that form the life of the body, and that continuously interconnect and
condition the life of the mind. It is this observation-based,
self-exploratory journey to the common root of mind and body that dissolves
mental impurity, resulting in a balanced mind full of love and compassion.

The scientific laws that operate one's thoughts, feelings, judgments and
sensations become clear. Through direct experience, the nature of how one
grows or regresses, how one produces suffering or frees oneself from
suffering is understood. Life becomes characterized by increased awareness,
non-delusion, self-control and peace.

"A Buddhist meditation discipline called Vipassana helped me to discover my
inner strength and centeredness. It is a ten-day residential program
where you are not allowed to distract yourself by reading, talking or
writing. Through these ten days, one has to focus ... and become intensely
aware of one's being. As I practiced this daily, and I still do, I was able
to be in touch with my own inner self and from which I gained comfort and
strength. It taught me that unless we tap the personal power which is
within each of us, we cannot lead from positional power - the power that
comes from our office and title. With centeredness, we begin to appreciate
the uniqueness of our own being and through that process learn to respect
the individuality of every person. Once we practice this, we don't see
people as faceless categories - employees, shareholders and so on"

- Anu Aga, Thermax's second Chairperson

During this discussion, we will watch (12 minutes) how business leaders in
India from across industries and sectors cope with uncertainty and change in
a challenging market environment. Business Leaders (including S. Chandra,
Chairman, Essel Group, Anu Aga, Director, Thermax Ltd., JP Agarwal, Chairman
& MD, Surya Roshni Ltd) discuss how the practice of Vipassana meditation
enables them to more effectively manage their own stress, increase employee
engagement and productivity, face pressures of competition, and make
decisions from a base of personal wisdom and authenticity"

Afterwards, entrepreneurs and business leaders will discuss, how Vipassana
has impacted them in their leadership and business.

The esteemed panel would be:

(a) Dr. Vidyasagar Abburi, Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer,
Avantel Ltd.

Dr. Vidyasagar started his career as a Design Engineer in Hindustan
Aeronautics Limited, Hyderabad and latter on worked as General Manager for
two reputed organizations. Dr. Vidyasagar is an Engineering Master Graduate.
He did his B.Tech from JNTU, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh in the years 1977 to
1981 and did his Master of Engineering from NT, Kharagpur from 1981 to 1983.
He also did Master of Business Administration from Osmania University,
Hyderabad in the year 1989-1991

(b) Altaf Khan, Award winning Advertising Photographer in Mumbai

(c) Bosco Malapatti : Founder, ERP India, Formerly COO, Intelligroup

Prior to the current vocation of starting ERP Services company, was
independent management consultant and started a Health care services company
and Swiss Theme based Bakery & Confectionery in Hyderabad, Bosco was the
Chief Operating Officer of Intelligroup in India for several years. He also
ran their UK and Middle East business alongside his India responsibility. He
has Masters Diploma In Business Management from Spicer Memorial College,
Pune & University Of Sanfrancisco accreditation. His main experience (close
to 25 years) has been primarily in setting up and running/managing
information technology offshore operations successfully.

(d) Sunil Kumar Tuli, Vertical Head, CSC

Sunil is considered a thought leader in India on ERP ( Enterprises Resources
Planning) & Business alignment with Information Technology. He is the Head
of GBS Operations in India. This includes Pre Sales, C level relationships
and overall Delivery. In his 10 years with CSC, he has held many
leadership positions, most recently as head of Competency Centers in CSC
India. Motivation , Innovation and Creation of "Consulting culture" ,
Development of new markets are some of his major Key result areas.

(e) K. Krishna Prasad, Managing Director, Srikrishna Constructions
Executive Director, SMV Projects, Ltd
Managing Director, Gruhasri Housing Pvt. Ltd.
Managing Director, Lorgan Power Projects Pvt. Ltd.

The Panel Discussion will be moderated by Ramu Kallepalli.

Mr. Kallepalli is founder and ceo of Travelspice.com R . TravelSpice.com R
sells Budget Holidays to middle class Indians using mobile and internet
platforms as well as technology enhanced platforms such as 24x7 call center.
Travelspice.com helps its customers plan their holidays using first free
24/7 holiday planning helpline (1800 425 8747). Under his leadership
travelspice.com grew at a rapid pace to become self sustaining and cash flow
positive and it was awarded as the 10th fastest growing private company in
India by Harvard University's Allworld Network and featured in Entrepreneur
Magazine and ET Now television channel. He recently founded
meetup.travelspice.com group to promote frugal group holidays among families
exploring India.

Agenda:

3:30 PM to 4:00 PM - Networking and high tea
4:00 PM to 4:50 PM - Video Presentation of "Being in touch with your inner
leader - Vipassana for Business" and Presentation & QA at Harvard Business
Club 4:50 PM to 5:20 PM - Panel discussion 5:20 PM to 6:00 PM - Q&A 6:00 PM
- Continued offline Q&A with Panelists and Charter Members

May I request all of you to make it convenient and attend this Panel
Discussion?