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VCCI SPEAKER MEET CONCLUDES WITH INSIGHTFUL DELIBERATIONS ON INDUSTRY GROWTH, AI AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR MSMEs

The Vizagapatam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) successfully hosted a Speaker Meet on April 3, 2026, at Welcomhotel Devee Grand Bay, Visakhapatnam, bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs and policymakers for an engaging and thought-provoking evening.

The program began with a dynamic presentation on VCCI, followed by opening remarks by VCCI President Shri M. Sudarsan Swamy. The audience included prominent business leaders of the region.

The keynote address was delivered by Ms. Mythreyee Ganapathy, Head of Customer Engagement, Google India, who shared valuable insights on the role of Artificial Intelligence in empowering businesses, enhancing customer engagement, and unlocking new growth opportunities. Her session resonated strongly with MSMEs and industry stakeholders navigating the evolving digital landscape.

An enthralling fireside chat, moderated by IT stalwart Mr. Shiv Kumar Gunturu, CEO, Maple Software Private Limited was complemented by a lively rapid-fire session that provided deeper perspectives on technology adoption, innovation and future-ready business strategies.

For the second session panel moderated by Mr. R.L. Narayana (Vice-President, WNS Visakhapatnam), members Mr. Krishna Mohan (Founder & President, Inspire Edge Technologies), Mr. Neeraj Sarda (Dy. Managing Director, Sarda Metals and Ferro Alloys), Ms. Keerthana Anand, Economic Development Board, Govt. of A.P.), Mr. Rajesh Poosarla (Managing Director, PBL Transport Corporation Private Limited) and Mr. Pavan Gunturu (President, Seafood Exporter’s Association of India) graced discussions providing different dimensions of the business ecosystem in the region.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Secretary P Rajesh and recognition of sponsors for their valuable support.

The candid and interactive Q&A sessions followed by networking dinner provided participants an opportunity to exchange ideas and build meaningful connections. The Speaker Meet reaffirmed VCCI’s commitment to a creating platform that facilitates dialogue, knowledge-sharing and collaboration between industry and government.