guest lectures

I have had the privilege of delivering nearly 28 in-person guest lectures and talks at leading universities across the globe. These sessions are built upon insights gained from over three decades of experience spanning startups, major technology firms, and top consulting organizations.

Committed to knowledge sharing, I offer these lectures at no cost to universities. Below are some of the most requested topics and you can also find a list of all the talks that I have delivered and planning to deliver.

MY Most requested talks

1. Building a career in tech

One of my most popular talks, this session is designed for both technical and non-technical students considering a career in the tech industry. It provides a comprehensive overview of what to expect in different types of companies, how to navigate the application and interview process, and the key skills that will be critical for future success in tech.

Audiance: Final Year Students (Tech and Non-Tech or those starting to explore career opportunities in technology.

2. DEVELOPING a Product Mindset as a Developer

This talk emphasizes the importance of a product mindset—encouraging developers to think beyond the "how" of building software and focus on the "why." It has resonated particularly well with developers at all levels, including senior engineers looking to transition into leadership roles or explore product management opportunities.

Audiance: Anyone with a developer background including Senior Developers looking to grow into product leadership roles.

3. TRANSITIONING INTO a Product Manager Role

The demand for product managers is rising across both tech and non-tech industries. However, many professionals struggle to understand how to break into this field. This talk provides a structured roadmap, covering the key skills, tools, and strategies necessary for successfully transitioning into a product management role.

Audiance: Those looking to start or transition into a role of Product Manager

4. Driving Innovation: LESSONS FROM BIG TECH

How do leading tech companies consistently deliver groundbreaking products and foster a culture of innovation? This talk explores the mindset, frameworks, and practical strategies that can help individuals, teams, and organizations drive innovation, whether in a startup or a large enterprise. Drawing from three decades of experience in Big Tech, I share actionable insights that attendees can immediately apply in their own companies.

Audiance: Tech leaders, entreprenaurs who want to deliver groudbreaking products and strive to innovate.

5. THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND HR

Technology is transforming the HR landscape, from talent acquisition to employee engagement and performance management. This talk dives into the evolving role of technology in HR, helping developers, product managers, and business leaders understand how HR tech is built, implemented, and leveraged for organizational success.

Audiance: MBA Students or HR Tech leaders wanting to learn more about th advancements in technology in the HR space

6. Design Thinking: A PRACTICAL APPROACH

Design thinking is a powerful methodology for solving complex problems with a user-centric approach. In this session, I break down the principles of design thinking, providing real-world examples and practical techniques that attendees can use to create innovative solutions—whether in product development, business strategy, or process optimization.

Audiance: Startups, Entpreprenaurs, Leaders wanting to learn more about how Design Thinking can be implemented to build better products

UPCOMING TALKS

37 nus enTERPRISE

Singapore, 3rd July

Demytifying Product Management. Lessons from BigTech.

36 CENTRAL WASHINGTON University

Ellengensburg WA, Apr 30

Thinking about career in Tech ?

GUEST LECTURES DELIVERED

35 KEPPEL

Singapore, Apr 29 (Remote)

Demytifying working of Big Tech Companies and a look ahead with AI

34 WESTERN WASHINGTON University

Bellingham, Apr 10

Career in Product Management in Tech Industry

33 university of Sao Paulo

Sau Paulo, Brazil (3rd April)

How Top Tech Companies Foster Innovation

32 university of Sao Paulo (FLOSS Competence Center)

Sau Paulo, Brazil (3rd April)

How to Start or Transition into a Product Management Role

31 Duoc UC San Carlos De Apoquindo

Chile, Santigao (27th March 2025)

Preparing for a Career in Tech

30 university of andres bello

Chile, Santigao (27th March 2025)

Career in Tech

29 University of Chile

Chile, Santigao (27th March 2025)

Strategic Management - Lessons from Tech Giants on Strategy

28 MUTHOOT INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE

Kerala March 2025 (Remote)

Career in Tech

27 Bennett University

New Delhi Feb 2025

Thinking about Career in Tech ?

26 UCLA-NUS EXECUTIVE MBA

Mumbai Feb 2025

Strategy and Competition

25 UNIVERSITY OF BAHRAIN

Bahrain Feb 2025

Cultivating a product mindset in Software Engineering

24 GOOGLE DEVELOPER GROUP PUNE

Pune Feb 2025

Product Mindset for Developers - Building Tech that matters

23 VelaMmal college of engineering

Madurai Feb 2025

Career in Tech

22 IIM TRICHY

New Delhi November 2024

THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND HR

21 jk lakshimipat university

Jaipur Jan 2025

Career in Tech

20 Lnm Institute of information technology

New Delhi November 2024

Product Mindset for Developers

19 PARUL University

Vadodra Jan 2025

Preparing the next Generation for AI (presented to Staff)

18 parul university

Vadodra Jan 2025

Career in Tech

17 LJ university

Ahmedabad Jan 2025

Career in Tech

16 ADANI university

Ahmedabad Jan 2025

Career in Tech

15 DA-IICT (AMBANI) Dev-olution Event

Gandhinagar Jan 2025

Product Mindset for Developers

14 Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women

Delhi Jan 2025

Product Mindset for developers & Product Pitch Session

13 UBC Sauder School of Business

Vancover BC Jan 2025

Product Mindset for Developers

12 SINGAPORE INSTITUTE oF DESIGN

Singapore Jan 2025 (Virtual)

Designing Delight - The role of UX in product success

11 GOOGLE DEVFEST SAN DIEGO

San Diego December 2024

Product Mindset for Developers

10 UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG

Winnipeng November 2024

Product Mindset for Developers - Building Tech that matters

09 Asper SCHOOL oF BUSINESS - university of MANITOBA

Winnipeg November 2024

Driving Innovation - Lessons from Big Tech

08 GOOGLE DEVFEST - WINNIPEG

New Delhi November 2024

Product Management - from Innovation to Impact

07 SAUDERS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UBC

Vancouver December 2024

Driving Innovation

06 IIIT Delhi

New Delhi November 2024

From Innovation to Impact - The importance of Product Management

05 santa Clara UNIVERSITY

Santa CLara October 2024

Demytifying Big Tech and the Future of Analytics

04 NUS ENTERPRISE

Singapore October 2024

Product Management in Big Tech

03 NATIONAL University of SINGAPORE MBA

Singapore October 2024

Fireside Chat with MBA Students

02 NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL

Singapore October 2024

Upacking the playbook of Tech Titans

01 Columbia University

New York September 2024

Design thinking and Product Management

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