BW People has announced the GCC Talent World 2025, a marquee event set to take place this November. The conference will bring together over 50 CXOs and HR leaders to discuss the future of work, talent transformation, and leadership in India’s rapidly growing Global Capability Center (GCC) ecosystem.
The event will also feature the 6th Edition of the HR 40 Under 40 Awards and the inaugural HR Rising Stars Under 30 Awards, celebrating India’s most dynamic and forward-thinking HR professionals.
A Celebration of Talent, Innovation, and the Future of Work
As India’s GCC sector continues to surge—driven by digital transformation and global demand for high-value skills—GCC Talent World 2025 aims to spotlight the evolving role of HR leaders in shaping next-generation workplaces.
The day-long summit will include:
- Keynote sessions by industry pioneers
- Leadership dialogues on HR innovation and transformation
- Panel discussions on talent strategy, continuous learning, and inclusive leadership
Discussions will focus on AI-driven transformation, hybrid work models, employee experience, and strategic workforce planning, empowering organizations to build agile, future-ready talent ecosystems.
Evening Awards Ceremony: Honoring HR Excellence
The evening will culminate in a grand awards ceremony recognizing India’s most promising HR leaders and innovators.
- HR 40 Under 40 Awards (6th Edition) – Honoring established young HR professionals driving impact across recruitment, DEI, L&D, and employee engagement.
- HR Rising Stars Under 30 Awards (Inaugural Edition) – Celebrating emerging leaders shaping the future of people strategy and organizational culture.
Leaders’ Voices
Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, BW Businessworld and Founder, exchange4media Group, shared:
“BW People GCC Talent World 2025 will be more than a gathering—it will be a celebration of ideas, innovation, and individuals redefining the HR ecosystem. Our HR 40 Under 40 and Rising Stars Under 30 Awards will honour the next generation of leaders shaping the future of work.”
Eminent Jury Panel
The awards will be adjudicated by an esteemed panel of HR leaders, including:
- Prem Singh, President – Group HR, JK Organisation
- Madhavi Lall, Managing Director & Head HR – India, Deutsche Bank
- S. Venkatesh, Former President – Group HR, RPG Group
- Vishpala Reddy, CHRO, Philips
- Dr. C. Jayakumar, EVP & Head – Corporate HR, Larsen & Toubro
- Manjul Tilak, CHRO, Piramal Enterprises
- Sandeep Batra, CHRO, Adani Airport Holdings Ltd
- Nitu Bhushan, CHRO, Pernod Ricard South Asia
- Prateek Dubey, Global CHRO, Mankind Pharma
- Sarma Chillara, CHRO, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India
About GCC Talent World 2025
BW People GCC Talent World 2025 promises to be a defining platform for HR professionals, business leaders, and GCC executives to explore the intersections of technology, talent, and transformation. The event underscores BW People’s commitment to recognizing excellence and enabling dialogue that shapes the future of India’s workforce.
Event Highlights:
Date: November 2025
Organizer: BW People, a BW Businessworld initiative
Awards: HR 40 Under 40 | HR Rising Stars Under 30
Attendees: 50+ CXOs, CHROs, and HR Innovators
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