Meet The Speakers Of SheThePeople Digital Women Awards 2025

Since its inception in 2015, SheThePeople's Digital Women Awards (DWA) has carved a distinctive space in celebrating women entrepreneurs transforming the digital landscape across India. Over the years, the Awards have evolved into a forum where leaders, changemakers, and innovators come together to share their journeys, network, and inspire the next wave of talent.
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Championing leaders in digital innovation, technology, and artificial intelligence has been at the heart of this platform. Because women in digital are not just the future; they are driving progress today.

DWA recognises women who are building the future through bold ideas, from AI-powered startups to revolutionary e-commerce platforms that are reshaping how India works, learns, and connects. 

This year is no less. As we enter the 11th edition of the Digital Women Awards, we are thrilled to announce an exciting lineup of speakers and panellists who are shaping the digital landscape with their creativity. 

From entertainment to technology and from leadership to storytelling, these visionaries are shaking things up across industries with their passion, dedication, and creativity. 

The theme for DWA 2025 is 'Lead The Leap', celebrating the bold spirit of women who are building their own opportunities and shaping India's digital transformation.

The event will take place on November 29, 2025, at The Westin Mindspace, Hyderabad, bringing together thought leaders, creators, and innovators from across the country.

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Here are the speakers of DWA 2025:

Pratik Gandhi

Pratik Gandhi, Ambassador, Ideabaaz, and actor, will bring his trademark wit and insight to the DWA stage. He will celebrate the spirit of innovation and spotlight the stories behind India’s most exciting ventures.

Raj Nayak

Raj Nayak, the media maestro behind House of Cheer, will discuss how digital is redefining brand building, storytelling, and the way audiences connect with brands and content today.

Shaili Chopra

Shaili Chopra, founder of SheThePeople and Gytree, will share her vision for empowering women through storytelling and technology. She is driving the rise of India's women's economy.

Kamala K

Kamala K, CRO of Bombay Stock Exchange, will engage in an insightful fireside chat with Shaili Chopra at the DWA 2025. She will explore how women can harness digital innovation for economic empowerment.

Jeeya Sethi

Comedian Jeeya Sethi will bring laughs, honesty, and a fresh perspective to DWA 2025. She will talk about women claiming their narrative in the digital space through creativity and impact.

Jayesh Ranjan

Jayesh Ranjan is the Special Chief Secretary for the Industries & Commerce, Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (ITE&C) in the Government of Telangana. He will explore the role of government institutions in supporting women entrepreneurs.

Shivani Malik

Shivani Malik, Founder of Da Milano, will share her journey in building a global luxury brand and the role digital transformation plays in shaping modern retail success.

Harpriya Bains

Stand-up comedian Harpriya Bains will take the stage to add her signature humour and sharp wit to DWA 2025. She’ll spotlight the everyday triumphs and trials of modern women in the digital age.

Meghna Khanna

Meghna Khanna, founder of The Bindi Project, will speak at DWA about the impact of women entrepreneurs on not only the economy but also on cultural conversations and the digital space.

Krishna Priya Akella

Krishna Priya Akella is the Founder of Starbuzz.ai, an AI-powered influencer marketing ecosystem. As a woman in AI, she will bring her expert insights into expanding opportunities for creators in the digital economy.

Mythri Kumar H K

Mythri Kumar, Co-founder & CEO of Timbuckdo Innovations Pvt. Ltd., will reflect on her journey as a woman navigating the male-dominated entrepreneurship landscape, offering insights on building innovative ventures from the ground up.

Jyotsna Kaur Habibullah

Jyotsna, CEO of Lucknow Farmers Market, has been on a mission to create self-reliance amongst women’s groups for over a decade. She will speak about the role of community and partnerships in empowering women founders.

Sulmeet Kaur

Sulmeet Kaur is the CEO & Founder of Aezo AI, Hypeshot AI. At DWA 2025, she will spotlight the role of women in advancing the artificial intelligence ecosystem.

Nishtha Rohatgi

Nishtha Rohatgi is the Founder and CEO of AI.HYR. With experience across telecom, blockchain, and entrepreneurship, she brings to the DWA stage a wealth of expertise in AI and disruption.

Anjalee Khemlani

Anjalee Khemlani, journalist, podcaster, and former Yahoo Finance senior reporter, will unpack global trends in media, business, and finance. She will also share her expertise on how digital can impact women's entrepreneurship.

Anuradha Acharya

Anuradha Acharya is the Founder-CEO of Mapmygenome. At DWA 2025, she will discuss her journey as a trailblazing woman in entrepreneurship and her insights into digital innovation in the health industry.

Sonal Singh

Sonal is the founder of Rian Placements and has over a decade of multifaceted experience behind her. At the Digital Women Awards, she will share insights from her journey of scaling impact as a woman founder.

Ruchi Makkad

Ruchi Makkad is a serial entrepreneur who has over 12 years of experience in building and scaling multiple ventures across diverse industries, and turning ideas into impact.

Bhawana Bisht

Bhawana Bisht is a journalist passionate about covering issues related to gender, culture, and business. At DWA 2025, she will highlight fresh perspectives and stories that challenge convention in the digital space.

Digital Women Awards 2025 will bring together a diverse community of trailblazers, innovators, and changemakers who are inspiring a new wave of creativity and digital empowerment. They represent our fearless commitment to shaping women's leadership.