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Devita Saraf | Top Leaders In Tech & Auto

Ex: What is one truth you believe in that most people disagree with you on?
Devita: It is a wonderful world.

Ex:  What is the one subject you think aspiring leaders should learn?
Devita: Public speaking

Ex: One thing you believe is absolutely necessary for sustained growth?
Devita: Reinvention

Ex:  One book you keep coming back to?
Devita: The Prince – Niccolo Machiavelli

Ex:  Leadership quotes that you live by (Can be multiple)
Devita:  “The height of intelligence is the ability to conceal it.” – Francois de la Rochefoucauld

Ex:  How difficult is it to maintain a work-life balance?
Devita: For bosses, work is life

Ex:  What has been your biggest learning in the pandemic?
Devita: Looking internally at the state of affairs

Ex:  Some productivity apps and technologies you use in your daily life?
Devita: Our latest, video conferencing product, Meeting by Vu

Ex: What is your technology detox like?
Devita: Connecting with people

Ex: What’s coming next from VU?
Devita: A range of products focusing on consumers’ workstyles

Ex: How has the ban on imports affected VU? Are you planning to start manufacturing India in a full-fledged manner?
Devita: Yes it has affected us, and yes, we plan to manufacture locally

Ex: What inspired you to enter the conference special segment?
Devita: When we make new products, we don’t just look at the hardware or the competition. We look at the consumers and see how we can make their lifestyle better. We realized there is a huge demand for a new category that we call “work style.” So we began work a year ago, focussed on making televisions and screens a major part of productivity. After the lockdown happened, it was evident that people had to run their businesses without going anywhere. So we researched some more, came up with our own proprietary hardware, and launched a new company called “Meeting by VU.” That’s how we landed in this segment.

Kaushal Nevrekar | Top Leaders In Tech & Auto

Ex: What is one truth you believe in that most people disagree with you on?
Kaushal: Personal growth is as important as professional growth. We have to create a work environment where we positively impact individuals’ character and make them better human beings.

Ex: What is the one subject you think aspiring leaders should learn?
Kaushal: Emotional Intelligence. This is what helps you successfully coach & manage teams, deliver feedback, and collaborate with others. A good leader should be masterful at managing their relationships in a positive way.

Ex: One thing you believe is absolutely necessary for sustained growth
Kaushal: Our chairman, Mukesh Ambani has said that a business must serve a larger societal purpose, and as long as everyone in the value chain benefits, there will be sustained growth. For us growth is life and we have to keep growing at all times.

Ex: Leadership quotes that you live by.
Kaushal:  ● “Think Big, Think Fast, Think Ahead. Ideas are no one’s monopoly “– Dhirubhai Ambani
● “Relationships and trust. This is the bedrock of life.” – Mukesh Ambani
● “I never dreamed of success, I worked for it.” – Estee Lauder

Ex:  How difficult is it to maintain a work-life balance?
Kaushal: I wish I could say it’s easy, but it’s not. It is absolutely necessary though. Work and life have to go hand in hand. A balanced personal life aids a good professional life.

Ex: What has been your biggest learning in the pandemic?
Kaushal: Life comes first. Health, safety, mental health – these are top priorities. Life can be uncertain. On the professional side, adversity presents different opportunities.

Ex:  Some productivity apps and technologies you use in your daily life?
Kaushal:  Jio Mags – a great app to have all my readings in one place, MS Teams, Breathe, Audible.

Ex:  How do you see the physical retail world shaping up post-COVID?
Kaushal:  I feel things will get back to normal once the vaccine is widely available. But this has surely impacted consumer behavior. Technology in-store will play a big role. Stores will have to be realigned to being as contact-less as possible, adequately spaced out for key demonstrations & be less intrusive as well.

Vishal Gondal | Top Leaders in Tech & Auto

Ex: Knowing you, how are your marathon runs going, we somehow feel your passion for fitness and running must have instigated the birth of Goqii?

Vishal: Yes , certainly now I am practising headstand and handstand now and getting good at it, running is always there but missing marathons now and that can certainly wait.

Ex: Has the lockdown been a blessing in disguise with uptick in the app downloads with the fitness wave sweeping across the country?

Vishal: Yes we have seen a 300% rise in our downloads and revenues also and because travel costs are reduced by team, so it’s going to be an interesting year.

Ex: How much revenue does the smart wearable vs the fitness coaching and consulting business share amongst each other?

Vishal: It’s a joint plan, we believe in the complete ecosystem.

Ex:  Is WFH better or working in the office?

Vishal: WFH is not an option now, but when meetings are in person you get 100%
mindshare, another issue is that people mute and switch the video off and play video games at times!

Ex:  Book/s that you read, and re-read?

Vishal: Bhagwad Gita

Ex: What are the productivity apps or technology that you use?

Vishal: I have hacks like I use my morning time for important decisions and have not been having breakfast, just coffee with ghee and wearing red shoes and red t-shirt. This saves me a lot of time thinking about what to wear and what to eat etc. So normally by the time people reach office they are already exhausted.

Ex:  What do you read of the pandemic and how it will change humanity and the environment in the years ahead?

Vishal: 95% of people will come back to their previous self, human beings are lazy and social animals. But the important thing is how organizations change, like after 9/11 airport security was beefed up everywhere. Whether the government takes care of health care and provides more in that department is yet to be seen.

Ex: What’s your ultimate vision for Goqii in the next 5 to 10 years?

Vishal: To be the largest healthcare company in the country. Healthcare as such is flawed and it’s more of “sick care”. The challenge is to make people fit and healthy with healthy habits so that we progress towards a healthier nation.

Ex:  Akshay Kumar signing up for GOQii is a big bold step? How much of that has helped Goqii?

Vishal: Before signing him up, we researched for a while. Baba Ramdev and Akshay Kumar came out on top of whom people have trust and listen to. Baba Ramdev was out of our league, of course, so we went to Akshay and deduced that our visions are the same. He is a vegetarian and is an example of idealistic living, early waking up, etc, which marries well with GOQii. So, as a brand, we are totally wired in together and it’s a great compliment!

Ali Rizvi | Top Leaders in Tech & Auto

Ex: What is one truth you believe in that most people disagree with you on?

Ali: In our world, where change is the only constant, I personally feel that ‘Nothing is permanent’. Everything is constantly changing and evolving around us. Be it science, technology, society, human evolution, nothing stays the same. We are
always seeing new mutations and generations with each passing day.

Ex: What is the one subject you think aspiring leaders should learn?

Ali: An aspiring leader should not only have the effect to keep their management and work in sync, but one should also have the Ability to Listen as well. Good listening skills and the perfect amount of humbleness can be the answer to a lot of tricky situations.

Ex: One thing you believe is absolutely necessary for sustained growth?

Ali: I believe that Hard work and persistence is the only way to reach the top.  There are no shortcuts in life to success.

Ex:  One book you keep coming back to?

Ali: The book is called Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim which gives a whole different perspective on how to compete in the market today with a more challenging and innovative approach.

Ex: Leadership quotes that you live by (Can be multiple)

Ali: This quote is one true quote I believe in with all my heart: “Integrity is the quality needed to succeed in business – John Maxwell”.

Ex:  How difficult is it to maintain a work-life balance?

Ali:  Work-Life Balance seems like a big obstacle for many. But It’s not if you really want a balance. It’s something you need to do to keep a healthy life be it professionally or your personal life.

Ex:  What has been your biggest learning in the pandemic?

Ali: These past few months have been really tough for everyone. I am extremely grateful for all the things around me that have made my life comfortable and I have been able to sustain the pandemic from the comfort of my house.

Ex: Some productivity apps and technologies you use in your daily life?

Ali: Since the pandemic has forced us to find alternative ways of working out from indoors, I have been hooked onto the Cult Fit App, religiously following their workout regime, and has helped me keep an active workout schedule at home.

Ex:  What is your technology detox like?

Ali: My technology detox is definitely, No Internet, all gadgets off, and quality time with self and family.

Ex: How extensive is your data on offline navigation?

Ali: Garmin offers a robust satellite navigation system to its users, which means internet data is not required. Thus the cost of navigation is zero. We offer Navigation features to Outdoor expedition, Golf, Marine, cycling & automotive ensuring they get the best and accurate navigation results.

Ex: Apart from wearables, is there any personal electronic accessory that you would like to delve into?

Ali: To me Self Driving cars & Gesture Control Technology is quite interesting and this is something I would like to get my hands on.

Tushar Singhat | Top Leaders in Tech & Auto

Ex: What is one truth you believe in that most people disagree with you on?
Tushar: I believe, Truth is Truth and universal – It can’t be changed! People disagree as per their
convenience.
Ex:  What is the one subject you think aspiring leaders should learn?
Tushar:  No specific subject as aspirational Leadership has to be a 360-degree perspective – have to keep learning every day to maintain relevance.
Ex: One thing you believe is absolutely necessary for sustained growth
Tushar: A very concrete and strong foundation that is knitted with multiple risk mitigation strategies across multiple variables.
Ex: One book you keep coming back to?
Tushar: I believe – “Life itself is an encyclopedia and I love to turn a page each day.”
Ex: Leadership quotes that you live by (Can be multiple)
Tushar: Keep walking, Never give up!!!
Ex: How difficult is it to maintain a work-life balance?
Tushar: Well its all about prioritizing and that is something – I encourage everyone in my team to do as well. Make time for yourself, pursue your hobbies, spend quality time with your family & friends. Most important is to keep gadgets away for at least sometimes in a day, as this allows one to be present at the moment & reflect on oneself.
Ex: Some productivity apps and technologies you use in your daily life?
Tushar: I use almost all popular Apps across businesses and consumers as all add some value to productivity at some level or other.
Ex:  What is your technology detox like?
Tushar: Music & Workout
Ex: What is coming next from D-Link?
Tushar:  Very recently we have introduced a new line up of EXO Routers with Wi-Fi 6 features. Considering the current pandemic situation that has brought about a radical change in the way we function. Work from Home has become the new normal and Digital engagements have taken over, as a result, demand for connected devices is on the surge. Also, Modern households today have multiple
devices that are connected to the network throughout the day. In such a situation our new EXO Routers with Wi-Fi 6 features are engineered to perfectly meet the demands of the modern-day household. Going ahead our customers will see more advanced products coming out from the house of D-Link.

Harish Kohli | Top Leaders in Tech & Auto

Ex:  What is one truth you believe in that most people disagree with you on?
Harish: As a leader of a large organization, I strongly believe in the amalgamation of diverse skills of teams for success. A good team brings to the table diversity of thoughts, creativity, perspectives, opportunities, and problem-solving approaches. I encourage constructive criticism which is healthy and strengthens accountability and can help make effective decisions faster, than when done alone.
Ex: Leadership quotes that you live by (Can be multiple)
Harish: There are a lot of leadership quotes that I live by. Few are as below:
● “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” by Nelson Mandela.
● “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.” – Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
Ex: Some productivity apps and technologies you use in your daily life?
Harish: 1.Teams: The app which lets me stay connected to all my colleagues and conduct meetings on my laptop and phone has been a boon during these times.
 2.To Do apps: App that helps me to first list everything that I need to get done no matter how small it is. This helps me to organize my daily tasks
3.Amazon Kindle: My travel companion and the best way to carry your favorite books
Ex: What is your technology detox like?
Harish: From staying fit to connected with people, technology has become a crucial part of my life. But for everything, there has to be a balance. The key to maintaining balance in our hyper-connected world is adopting healthy and sustainable habits around the way we use tech so that you are in control of it.
Ex: What’s coming next from Acer?
Harish: Acer is bringing 5G tech-enabled laptops to the market that offers much faster data download and upload speed. Also, we believe that there is a drastic increase in the creation and consumption of content which encourages us to introduce concepts, especially for creators and designers. For AI-based technology, Acer is bringing customized solutions across industries. For example, smart wearable devices, smart parking, smart water meter, and air quality monitor. We believe in the coming future, digital communication, tools for mobile working might become the preferred form of communication. AI and IoT will also play a major role in the future to assist enterprises or individuals to engage in communication more easily and effectively. That’s also what Acer is focusing on at the moment. Through AI and IoT, we are determined to offer a smarter and more convenient lifestyle for people.

Our Story So Far | 15th Anniversary

It’s the only time when I can look back and maybe pat my own back. 15 incredible years have just gone by, where we experienced recessions, floods, earthquakes, government changes, the social media revolution, and writing this in the middle of a pandemic. It was a blank canvas that we filled with the first issue of Exhibit, had no idea how this journey will unfold and whether we will last the first mile. Learned on the job the nuances of teamwork, editing, design language, printing, and managing finances, while staying broke most of the early startup days. Still a startup – An evolved one. As it’s said, the first step is important and the path gets unfolded. My first startup was mobile charging stations when the times were of the Nokia 5510 and Motorola Razr (not the folding one) we were manufacturing and installing mobile phone charging stations and supplying to Vodafone, Reliance, and Airtel and also installing in public places and selling advertising space on it. That’s where we picked up advertising and understood technology with fast charging and circuit boards. When the dream monopoly run of 1 year ran out, we sold the business and merged the two learnings, and launched Exhibit. I was a young chap back then, and young still 🙂

 

Honestly, our fate has been written before we even start crawling and every time I have faced this question of the print industry dying or magazines having no future, we always stood firm that we are much more than just a magazine company. We turned green within the 1st year of operation and to date, we have never raised a penny nor do we have any debts, in spite of having access to the biggest VCs in the country and calling them friends of Exhibit. Recently, we also took over a brand that I have grown up reading- BBC Topgear Magazine, and introducing it would be like reminding you of your name. In the peak lockdown, we launched aviatorsbuzz.com, thus completing our trajectory of Tech, Auto, Aviation. The three things I am passionate about and can be found daydreaming about!

 

We pivoted into the digital platform and events long back and got some of the biggest IPs under our belt, with all of them stitched together with the fabric of tech. Exhibit tech awards, which is in its 8th year is undoubtedly the biggest spectacle in the tech industry which is as glamorous as techy. Exhibit Startups, made us connect with 1000 startups so far and some of them are on the course to becoming a billion-dollar enterprise. Having first made their pitch on our platform, Haptik is one of them. Tech Fashion Tour, which has had global recognition since its first edition, which was 7 years ago and where international designers like Cute Circuit, London, Jasna Rok, Belgium, and others have showcased the future of fashion and technology and where stars like Akshay Kumar, Hrithik Roshan have walked the ramp. Influencex – Top 100 Digital Influencers which is just two editions old has become the most viral IP yet. The first season had some of the biggest content creators like Bhuvan Bam, Prajakta Koli, Ashish Chachlani, and other Top 100 influencers all coming together for one big awards night which got converted to one big party. This year, of course, we did it virtually, ensuring it went viral.

 

Today, We run Influencex – which has 2000+ influencers content creators on our speed dial, we make TVCs and digital films, celebrity endorsements, and can deliver a feature film. We have three big Digital Destinations: www.exhibit.tech, www.topgearmag.in, and aviatorsbuzz.com that together caters to almost 3 million monthly visitors and the graph is continually growing. We can think through, ground-up any idea, and convert it into a spectacular show. The destination is neither known nor important and the goalposts have continuously shifted, but do we have stories to tell? Hell yes! The journey is exciting to the brim and as cliched as it may sound but we are just getting started. And yes we are still a magazine company.

HyperX Releases Cloud Core Gaming Headset with 7.1 Surround Sound

HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., today announced the release of the HyperX Cloud Core Gaming Headset with 7.1 surround sound for PC and PS4 gamers. Expanding HyperX’s impressive headset lineup, the Cloud Core Gaming Headset + 7.1 features virtual 7.1 surround sound for clear positional audio and a more immersive gaming experience. Plus, with HyperX’s signature Cloud DNA, the new headset offers the comfort, durability and sound to fit a range of gaming – or today’s virtual classroom meeting – needs at a competitive price point.


The HyperX Cloud Core + 7.1 features an advanced audio control box for convenient controls of headset volume, mic volume, mic mute, and an easily accessible toggle for turning 7.1 surround sound on and off. The Cloud Core Gaming Headset + 7.1 also offers multi-platform compatibility with a USB audio control box for PC and PS4 and offers a 3.5mm connection for platforms with a 3.5mm port.


The Cloud Core Gaming Headset + 7.1 is certified by Discord and Teamspeak for seamless chat compatibility and offers a flexible detachable noise-cancelling microphone that reduces background noise and provides clearer voice quality for an improved in-game chat or virtual classroom discussions. 14:43:23Aligning with the high-quality build of its predecessors, the Cloud Core + 7.1 utilizes robust aluminium frame construction that provides long-lasting durability and stability. The headset also features soft leatherette and plush memory foam for signature HyperX comfort.

The HyperX Cloud Core Gaming Headset + 7.1 is available for INR 6490/- on Amazon.

Vu Masterpiece TV Launch | Ms. Devita Saraf Takes Us Through The Idea Behind It

We recently attended the launch of The Vu Group’s new flagship television Vu Masterpiece. We had a brief chat with Devita Saraf, CEO of The Vu Group where she talked about the idea behind creating this masterpiece. Stay tuned for our first impressions & review video of the VU Masterpiece TV, dropping soon…

Ducati India opens pre-bookings for Multistrada 950 S prior to 2nd November launch

Luxury motorcycle manufacturer Ducati India today announced the opening of pre-bookings for its BS6 Multistrada 950 S. Designed to put performance within everyone’s grasp, Ducati’s smallest “multi-bike” is for those who want to get in some touring but also want an agile fun bike that’s ideal for everyday use.

Ducati India is now accepting bookings for the all-new Multistrada 950 S for an initial amount of INR 1,00,000. Customers can book their Multistrada 950 S at their nearest Ducati dealerships, deliveries will begin in the first week of November and it will be available on display across all Ducati dealerships in Delhi – NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kochi, Kolkata, and Chennai.

Mr. Bipul Chandra, Managing Director of Ducati India said, “The new Multistrada 950 S embodies the traditional Ducati values of Sophistication and Performance with the addition of cutting edge technology in the form of our iconic Skyhook EVO suspension, DQS, Cornering ABS, Cornering LED headlight and much more. The new motorcycle is designed for the most demanding motorcyclists who are big on sports touring but don’t want to make any compromise on performance, handling, comfort, and safety. We are excited to share this experience with the riders in India and are looking forward to seeing the bike on the Indian roads!”

The super-technological S version featuring state-of-the-art electronics fully satisfies the needs of the ever-demanding rider. Built with long-range sports touring in mind, the Multistrada 950 S has been designed to ensure outstanding comfort even when fully laden. This has resulted in an ergonomic “triangle” that guarantees, for rider and passenger alike, comfort and control in varied situations.

The Multistrada 950 S will be launched in India on 2nd November 2020.

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