FIND Your Unique Voice
At the Ekya FIND Festival, we believe in fostering meaningful conversations that drive positive change. Every year, we host panel discussions as a part of FIND Festival that brings together esteemed individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries, providing a platform for them to share their expertise and experiences. Throughout Ekya’s learning journey, we have been fortunate to have mentors, experts, and thought leaders who have guided and inspired us. Through these panel discussions, we aim to bring these visionaries together, sharing their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the issues that matter most. By attending our panel discussion, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with these thought leaders, gain new insights, and network with like-minded individuals. Our panel discussions offer a unique chance to explore the intersection of innovation, creativity, and social impact, and we invite you to join us on this journey of discovery and growth.
Key Takeaways from our Panel Discussions
Access Proven Strategies
Meet Impact-Driven Leaders
Explore Emerging Trends
Gain Insights from Real-World Examples
From Play Dates to Pitch Decks: The Ultimate Hustle!
How can parents balance the demands of fast-paced careers with the evolving needs of their children in a technology-driven future? In this panel, successful entrepreneurs and founders share personal stories about parenting while leading businesses, exploring how their professional journeys influence their approach to parenting—and vice versa. The conversation will focus on rethinking parenting as a skill and the importance of adopting a first-principles mindset to better support children in a constantly shifting world.
Vikram Vaidyanathan
Managing Director, Z47
Moderator
Phanindra Sama
Founder redBus, Start-Up Advisor
Lizzie Chapman
Founder ZestMoney, Serial Entrepreneur
Miten Sampat
Building CRED, Angel Investor
Growing Up with AI: Opportunities and Challenges for Future Generations
As AI rapidly transforms industries, how should education evolve to prepare students for a future driven by technology? This panel brings together industry leaders and AI experts to explore the critical role of AI in reshaping workforce dynamics and the skills required for future jobs. Learn how today’s students can be equipped for the challenges and opportunities of an AI-powered world, and what educational systems need to do to keep pace with technological advancements.
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Date
17 November 2024
Time
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Duration
60 Minutes
Nitin Sharma
Antler Co-Head, India & Global Web3 Lead
Deepak Cheenath
Co-founder, Quizizz Inc
The Future of Learning: Student Perspectives on AI, Wellbeing, and Expectations from Adults
In this student-led panel, Ekya students will share their experiences of using AI in the classroom and how it has transformed their learning journey. The discussion will also delve into students’ perspectives on the role of mental and emotional well-being in education and what they expect from the adults guiding their growth. This panel offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the next generation about how they view learning today and their vision for the classroom of tomorrow.
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Date
17 November 2024
Time
12:15 pm to 1:00 pm
Duration
45 Minutes
FIND Festival 2023: A Look Back at Our Panel Discussion
The ‘Go Beyond: Redefining the Status Quo’ panel discussion at FIND Festival 2023 convened a diverse group of experts, educators, and policymakers to challenge traditional thinking and explore new frontiers in education. This dynamic event facilitated a rich exchange of ideas, experiences, and perspectives on shaping the future of education, with a focus on creating a more inclusive and equitable world. As part of this exploration, the panelists shared insights on the importance of equipping students with skills that will serve them well into the future, including lifelong learning, communication, creative thinking, critical thinking, and compassionate thinking. They also discussed the value of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, marked by independence, experimentation, grit, and self-awareness. Additionally, the need for a collective shift in mindset was highlighted, with parents and society encouraged
