Presents

29 April 2026(Wed), 9 AM - 5 PM

MMA AUDITORIUM, CHENNAI

Registrations Closed

Presents

29 April 2026(Wed), 9 AM - 5 PM

MMA AUDITORIUM, CHENNAI

Registrations Closed
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The Conclave

The Successverse Higher Education Excellence Conclave 2026 brings together academic leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore leadership, innovation, and excellence in higher education.

The conclave is designed to celebrate excellence in higher education. The event will feature the release of the coffee table book “Best Practices in Higher Education”, recognition of high- impact departments through “Successverse IMPACT Awards 2026”, and insightful discussions on building institutions that stand the test of time.

Key Highlights

Keynote Addresses by Thought Leaders

Panel Discussions on Institutions of the Future

Book Release: 101 Best Practices in Higher Education

Successverse Impact Awards for HEI Departments

Partners

Organised By
Presenting Partner
Industry partners
Academic partners
Media Partner
Media Partner
Digital Marketing Partner
Publication Partner
Snacking Partner
Gifting Partner

Speakers

Lakshmi Narayanan

Emeritus VC, Cognizant &
Chancellor, KREA

Shyam Srinivasan

Advisory Committee Member
Reserve Bank of India

CA. R Bupathy

Past President, ICAI &
Partner, R Bupathy &Co

M P Vijay Kumar

Executive Director & Group CFO
Sify Technologies

Dr. Anbu Rathinavel

Chief Design Officer, Intellect Design Arena & Head, School of Design Thinking

Dr. PSS.Srinivasan

Executive Chairman
Knowledge Institute of Technology

Dr Apoorva Haree

Chief Operating Officer
Rajalakshmi Health City

Sudhakar Rao

Director - Branding
ICFAI Group

Dr. Deependra Kumar Jha

Vice Chancellor
Manav Rachana University

Dr. Ajith Abraham

Vice Chancellor
Sai University

Dr. Shaleesha A. Stanley

Pro Chancellor
Jeppiaar University

Dr Basavaraj Katageri

Pro Vice Chancellor
GITAM University

Dr Lakshmi Narayanan KV

Vice President HR
Data Patterns

Febin M F

Head - L&T EduTech
Larsen & Toubro

S Girija

CEO
TVSTS Limited

CA. V. Pattabhi Ram

Author, Public Speaker and
Teacher

Ishan Kapoor

Co Founder
Hoping Minds

Dr. Anbuthambi

Director, Successverse
Past President, ICT Academy

Dr. Bommanna Raja K

Executive Director
Excel Technical Campus

Hari Prasad Ashokan

Chief Financial Officer
Tidel Park

Event Agenda

29 April 2026  ·  MMA Auditorium, Chennai  ·  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

08:45 – 09:45
Registration
09:45 – 10:00
Opening and Welcome
10:00 – 11:00
Panel Discussion 1
Building Future-Ready Institutions: AI, Leadership, Culture, and Change Management
11:00 – 11:30
☕ Networking Tea Break
11:30 – 11:55
📖 Book Release
Release of "The Man Who Saw Tomorrow"
11:55 – 12:15
Keynote
University 5.0
12:15 – 01:15
Panel Discussion 2
Industry-Integrated Universities: Bridging Employability, Innovation, and Research
01:15 – 02:05
🍽️ Networking Lunch Break
02:05 – 02:25
Keynote
From Reputation to Relevance - The Branding Blueprint for Future Universities
02:25 – 02:40
Guest of Honor Address
02:40 – 02:50
📖 Book Release
Release of "The Higher Education Playbook – 101 Best Practices"
02:50 – 03:10
Chief Guest Address
03:10 – 03:40
🏅 Recognition
Recognition of Institutions Featured in "The Higher Education Playbook"
03:40 – 04:00
🏆 Awards
Successverse Impact Awards 2026
04:00 – 04:30
☕ Closing & Networking Tea
Registrations Closed 

Successverse Impact Awards

The Successverse Impact Awards recognizes academic departments in higher education that have demonstrated excellence in education

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101 Best Practices in Higher Education

A curated collection of impactful practices from institutions across India, showcasing innovative approaches in teaching & pedagogy, skill development, industry integration, institutional leadership, and more.

A must-read for leaders aiming to build world-class institutions

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Who Should Attend

01

Vice Chancellors , Directors & Principals

02

Deans & Heads of Departments

03

Senior Faculty Members

04

Industry Experts & Policy Makers

Registration

Date: 29 April 2026 (Wednesday) – 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Venue : MMA Auditorium, Pathari Road, Chennai.

Early Bird Delegate Fee ⚡ LIMITED TIME
1499/per participant

(Register before 25 April 2026 / Until seats last)

Registrations Closed
  • ✦ Access to Conference
  • ✦ Lunch & Refreshments
  • ✦ Networking Opportunities
  • ✦ Certificate of participation
Regular Delegate Fee
2499/per participant

(Available after 25 April 2026 / Until seats last)

  • ✦ Access to Conference
  • ✦ Lunch & Refreshments
  • ✦ Networking Opportunities
  • ✦ Certificate of participation