The Courageous CFO Shaping India’s Financial Future with Grace and Grit
In every generation of business leaders, there are individuals whose stories transcend personal achievement to become powerful examples of resilience, vision, and transformation. Shallu Arora, Chief Financial Officer of Sirca Paints India Limited, belongs to this rare category. Her journey from the classroom of a determined Chartered Accountancy student to the corporate boardroom of a leading paint manufacturer is more than a career narrative. It is a testament to the evolving face of financial leadership in India.
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Shallu Arora
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Sirca Paints India Limited
In the gleaming corporate corridors of Kirti Nagar, Delhi, where Sirca Paints India Limited has been crafting its success story since 2006, sits a leader whose journey embodies the transformation of India’s finance landscape. Shallu Arora, the company’s Chief Financial Officer, represents a new breed of financial leaders who blend traditional rigor with modern innovation, ethical integrity with strategic boldness.


Rashi Khanna
Rashi Khanna , Founder & CEO of Kyaa Matlab Network
In the bustling landscape of India’s media technology revolution, where algorithms compete for attention and content creators chase viral moments, one voice stands distinctly apart. Rashi Khanna, the visionary founder of Kyaa Matlab Network, has built something extraordinary: a storytelling empire that places human connection above hollow metrics, authentic narratives above algorithmic approval, and empathetic engagement above empty engagement.
Dr. Anju Chawla
Founder | EQ Advantage
In the bustling corridors of corporate India, where technical prowess often overshadows human connection, Dr. Anju Chawla stands as a beacon of transformative leadership. Her journey from a curious post-graduate student to one of India’s most respected emotional intelligence coaches represents a paradigm shift in how we understand workplace success and human potential.


Sangeeta Gamre
Founder & Director | Amethys Insights
Sangeeta Anand Gamre, the Founder & Director of Amethys Insights Pvt. Ltd., has forged a remarkable path in the pharmaceutical industry, bringing over 22 years of diverse experience, including three years in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR). She has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive operational excellence, foster innovation, and build sustainable business solutions that help organizations navigate the complexities of the pharmaceutical landscape. Sangeeta’s leadership and expertise have made her a sought-after consultant and mentor within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.