SPEAKERS 2026

Prashant Issar is a hospitality entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and Managing Director of Bellona Hospitality. After beginning his journey at The Indian Hotels Company and training at The Taj Mahal Palace, he built an international career in London, including managing the Michelin-starred Amaya. Returning to India, he created purpose-driven hospitality brands like Ishaara, known for employing people with speech and hearing impairments. With a passion for innovation, leadership, and social impact, Prashant continues to redefine modern hospitality in India.

A dynamic Behavioural Skills Facilitator, Executive Life Coach, Psychometric Assessor, and Certified OBT Instructor with 28 years of experience in Leadership Development and Transformational learning. She has trained professionals across 250+ organizations globally and specializes in Emotional Intelligence, PRISM Brain Mapping, NLP, DISC, and Executive coaching. Recognized with the Most Inspiring Indian Award by EFAuji and honoured by HRAI for excellence in Instructional Leadership, she is known for creating impactful learning experiences that inspire growth, confidence, and transformation. She is a 3 time State Awardee in MDP and FDP sessions.

A notable name in business strategy, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship — a visionary with two decades of experience across India, Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. He has worked with global powerhouses like Google, Amazon, HP, ING, Société Générale, and Pernod Ricard, and even led marketing for the ING F1 Renault Team across Asia. He has successfully built and scaled a digital marketing firm, and also founded an investment management company in Sydney that today manages a portfolio exceeding $150 million. He has represented India as a keynote speaker on international platforms in the Caribbean, Philippines, and Australia — sharing insights on innovation, growth, and future-forward business leadership. He is the Co-founder of the Indian School of Image Management (ISIM), India's premier institution in Image, Personal Branding, and Soft Skills.

Dr. Bina Basnett (MBBS, MD) is a medical doctor, educator, researcher, and social impact leader from Sikkim. Currently serving as Vice President at SIBIN Learning Cart Pvt. Ltd., she works at the intersection of healthcare, education, sustainability, and community development, with a focus on the Circular Economy and Longevity Economy. A recipient of the Vishv Shanti Global Award and the State Gargi Award, she is committed to advancing human well-being, environmental stewardship, and sustainable growth.