Speakers Style II – Business Conference 2025

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Erik Cambria

Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Nanyang Technological University

Erik Cambria

Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Nanyang Technological University

Erik Cambria is the Founder of SenticNet, a Singapore-based company offering B2B sentiment analysis services, and a Professor at Nanyang Technological University, where he also holds the appointment of Provost Chair in Computer Science and Engineering. Prior to joining NTU, he worked at Microsoft Research Asia (Beijing) and HP Labs India (Bangalore) and earned his PhD through a joint programme between the University of Stirling and MIT Media Lab. His research focuses on neurosymbolic AI for explainable natural language processing in domains like sentiment analysis, dialogue systems, and financial forecasting. He is recipient of several awards, e.g., IEEE Outstanding Career Award, was listed among the AI's 10 to Watch, and was featured in Forbes as one of the 5 People Building Our AI Future. He is an IEEE Fellow, Associate Editor of many top-tier AI journals, e.g., Information Fusion and IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing, and is involved in various international conferences as keynote speaker, program chair and senior program committee member. One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because

Arun Kumar Singh

Research Scientist (AI)- AI Research Centre, Woxsen University, India

Arun Kumar Singh

Research Scientist (AI)- AI Research Centre, Woxsen University, India

Prof. Arun Kumar Singh is an accomplished AI researcher and educator, currently serving as a Research Scientist and Development Team Lead at the AI Research Centre, Woxsen University, Hyderabad, where he also holds a faculty position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Analytics. With extensive experience in artificial intelligence, computer vision, and deep learning, Prof. Singh has previously worked as a Data Research Scientist at Digit Insurance and as a Senior Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, focusing on applications of drone and satellite imagery for infrastructure and agricultural monitoring. A certified instructor and University Ambassador for the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute, he regularly delivers training on cutting-edge AI and data science technologies. Prof. Singh is also an IEEE Ambassador and has held leadership roles in various academic and industry outreach programs. His research contributions lie at the intersection of AI, business innovation, and image processing, making him a key thought leader in driving practical applications of machine learning in business and beyond.

Ashish Deshpande

ASEAN Sales Leader

Ashish Deshpande

ASEAN Sales Leader

Ashish Deshpande is a CX Evangelist based in Singapore with over two decades of experience across ASEAN and South Asia. Currently with HCLSoftware, he specializes in helping organizations elevate customer experience by leveraging connected data and AI. With a rich background spanning the FSI, FinTech, Telecom, and Public Sector industries, Ashish blends his deep technical expertise in digital marketing, big data, analytics, and integration solutions with a human-centric approach to sales and customer engagement. Garima specializes in full-funnel marketing, omnichannel content strategy, and social media amplification, leveraging tools like Salesforce, Adobe Analytics, and Brandwatch. Her strategic approach has consistently delivered strong ROI, including a 234% MROI on micro-influencer campaigns and a significant boost in organic content reach through employee advocacy programs. Prior to 3M, she led retail marketing transformation projects at Caterpillar Inc., spearheading digital and customer experience innovations across the Asia-Pacific region. Her experience also includes pivotal marketing roles at Volkswagen India and Audi, where she managed successful product launches and award-winning branding campaigns. Passionate about innovation and inclusive leadership, Garima fosters dynamic, high-performing teams across global markets, ensuring sustainable business growth and customer-centric impact.

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Garima Mamgain

Product marketing leader

Garima Mamgain

Product marketing leader

Garima Mamgain is a seasoned product marketing leader with over 13 years of expertise in B2B marketing, demand generation, and new product introductions. Currently serving as the Global Portfolio Leader at 3M Inc., she has successfully driven high-impact marketing initiatives across diverse industries, including automotive electrification and advanced materials. Garima specializes in full-funnel marketing, omnichannel content strategy, and social media amplification, leveraging tools like Salesforce, Adobe Analytics, and Brandwatch. Her strategic approach has consistently delivered strong ROI, including a 234% MROI on micro-influencer campaigns and a significant boost in organic content reach through employee advocacy programs. Prior to 3M, she led retail marketing transformation projects at Caterpillar Inc., spearheading digital and customer experience innovations across the Asia-Pacific region. Her experience also includes pivotal marketing roles at Volkswagen India and Audi, where she managed successful product launches and award-winning branding campaigns. Passionate about innovation and inclusive leadership, Garima fosters dynamic, high-performing teams across global markets, ensuring sustainable business growth and customer-centric impact.