Ananth Krishnan

Transformation begins long before new strategies are rolled out, it starts with the cultural foundations that make change possible. In today’s fast-moving landscape, leaders must build organizations that are not only capable of change but ready for it. This means fostering a culture where agility, learning, and shared ownership are deeply embedded in day-to-day operations. Yet, legacy systems, rigid structures, and cultural inertia can slow momentum. This panel will explore how leaders can lay the groundwork for enduring transformation by nurturing the conditions that allow agility to take root and grow.

• Build an agile foundation by embedding continuous learning, experimentation, and change resilience across all levels of the organization
• Overcome cultural inertia by aligning leadership, communicating transparently, and engaging teams in the “why” behind change
• Empower people from the start by fostering ownership, encouraging cross-functional collaboration, and investing in future-ready skills