TSOW People Leaders Summit 2026
Big News, Bangalore!
TSOW is all set to celebrate the incredible HR community at the TSOW People Leaders Summit 2026! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Chancery Pavilion
Expect an inspiring day of recognition, powerful conversations, and high-impact networking.
🗓️ Event Agenda
9:45 AM — Hi-Tea 🍵
A warm welcome over refreshments as attendees arrive, settle in, and network.
10:00 AM — Opening Keynote
Dr. T. V. Rao, Father of HRD (Human Resource Development) in India
A powerful start to the day, setting the tone for conversations ahead.
10:20 AM — HR 40 Under 40 Awards 🎖️
Celebrating outstanding young HR leaders creating meaningful impact.
11:00 AM — Panel Discussion: What Sets Great Workplaces Apart — and How to Build for What’s Next 👷♂️
Experts decode the traits of high-performing cultures and how organizations can build for the future.
Speakers:
Parul Singh, Global Vice President – People Strategy
Kulin Shah, Co-founder, Onsurity
Saurabh Shah, Director, Head of People Ops, KRAFTON India
11:40 AM — Keka session 📚
A crisp pitch showcasing how Keka elevates HR operations from admin-heavy to effortlessly efficient.
12:05 PM — Onsurity session📑
A spotlight on Onsurity’s approach to employee wellbeing and benefits.
12:20 PM — : Calibr session🤓
A focused demo on how Calibr streamlines and optimizes recruitment operations.
1:30 PM — Best Startups to Work For Awards 🏆
Recognizing standout workplaces shaping the future of employee experience.
2:10 PM — Keynote: Hiring People Who Stay & Staying Close to the People You Hire 🤩
Insights on hiring for retention and building long-term employee relationships.
Speakers:
Janhavi Nagarhalli, Product Marketing Manager, Springworks
Rohit Venugopal, Co-founder, Goodfit
2:40 PM — Panel Discussion: The Next-Gen CHRO – Rethinking HR Leadership for a Changing World 🧠
Leaders discuss evolving expectations and new-age capabilities shaping future HR leadership.
Speakers:
Aparna C, Chief Human Resources Officer, Torry Harris Integration Solutions
Anjan A, Vice President, Northern Trust
3:10 PM — Keynote: Verification Without Friction: How Smart Systems Are Redrawing Onboarding 🤓
How smart systems are transforming onboarding through seamless verification.
Speaker:
Yashwanth Jembige, Emeritus Advisor – Growth, Springworks
3:30 PM — TSOW Launchpad 🚀
Opening applications for TSOW Launchpad—a zero-cost platform for early-stage HR tech startups to gain distribution, visibility, and capital through India’s largest HR & Future of Work community.
👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/U4viApt7kf6zcCnH9
Note: This is a senior HR leaders-focused event, and registrations will be reviewed and approved by our team to ensure a curated experience.
Join the TSOW Bangalore WhatsApp Group to stay updated on all upcoming events in the city: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I1HXagwg6Wk1DC54g3TBYW
Here’s the latest direct invite link to join The Shape of Work Community. Please remember to use your personal email ID only to sign up: https://slack.theshapeofwork.in
PS: By registering for any TSOW event, you give Springworks and its partners permission to send communications about their offerings using the information provided by you via platforms like email, WhatsApp, and phone calls.