The Manappuram Unique Times Business Conclave 2026, organized by Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd in association with FICF and INMECC, was successfully held on 23rd May 2026 at Le Méridien Kochi. Powered by Lexus, Alcazar Watches, DQ T-Shirts, and Klamy New York, the conclave brought together leading business personalities and industry experts to discuss the theme, “How AI is Transforming Everyday Business Decisions.” The event was founded and conceptualised by Dr Ajit Ravi. The program commenced with a welcome address by Dr. N M Sharafudeen, Chairman, INMECC, who welcomed the distinguished guests, speakers, and delegates, and highlighted the growing significance of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of businesses across industries.
The insightful panel discussion was moderated by Shri Rajesh Nair, Partner, Ernst & Young LLP, who guided the conversation on the growing role of artificial intelligence in reshaping business operations, customer engagement, strategic planning, and decision-making processes across industries. The session highlighted how AI is increasingly becoming an essential tool for organizations seeking efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth.
The distinguished panel featured Shri Gokulam Gopalan, Chairman & Managing Director, Sree Gokulam Group; Dr. A. V. Anoop, Managing Director, AVA Group; Shri Dinesh P. Thampi, Vice President & Head, TCS Kerala; Shri Deepak L. Aswani, Chairman & Managing Director, Aswani Lachmandas Group; Dr. Jolly Antony, Chairman, Vibe Munnar Resort & Spa, Managing Director, The Fog Resort & Spa, Munnar, Chairman, Alsafina Travel Group (UAE & India), and Growvia.biz; and CA Vivek Krishna Govind, Senior Partner, Varma & Varma. The panelists shared valuable insights from their respective sectors, discussing both the opportunities and challenges presented by AI-driven transformation.
The conclave served as an important platform for knowledge sharing and industry collaboration, enabling business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and stakeholders to gain practical perspectives on integrating AI into everyday business functions. The event reaffirmed the growing importance of technology-driven decision-making and highlighted the need for organizations to adapt to the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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