Disruption A Catalyst

for Growth

Disruption A Catalyst

for Growth

Bahrain Chapter of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

(Affiliated to Bahrain Accountants Association)

Under the Patronage of H.E. Zayed R. Alzayani, Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Kingdom of Bahrain

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International

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The Diplomat Radisson BLU Hotel

Manama, Bahrain

Conquering New Frontiers

motto

Ya esa suptesu jagarti kamam kamam puruso nirmimanah |

Tadeva sukram tad brahma tadevamrtamucyate |

Tasminlokah sritah sarve tadu natyeti Kascan | etad vai tat | |

-Kathopanishad

at person who is awake in those that sleep,

shaping desire aer desire, that, indeed, is the pure.

at is Brahman, that indeed is called the immortal.

In it all the worlds rest and no one ever goes beyond it.

is, verily, is that, kamam kamam : desire aer desire, really objects of desire.

Even dream objects like objects of walking consciousness are due to the Supreme Person.

Even dream consciousness is a proof of the existence of the self.

No one ever goes beyond it : of Eckhart : ‘On reaching God all progress ends’

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of IndiaNew Delhi

His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa

The Prime Minister of theKingdom of Bahrain

His MajestyKing Hamad bin

Isa Al Khalifa

The King of theKingdom of Bahrain

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa

The Crown Prince,Deputy Supreme Commander

and First Deputy Prime Ministerof the Kingdom of Bahrain

Executive Committee 2019-20

Seated L to R : CA Sunita Gupta, Joint- Treasurer, CA Raghupathy Iyer, Treasurer, CA Sandeep Shah, Vice Chairperson, CA Maheshkumar Narayan, Chairperson,

CA Ajaykumar Chettuvetty, Secretary, CA Ragunathan P, Joint Secretary

Standing L to R : Excom members CA Bhavin Deliwala, CA Chetan Dongra, CA Garvita Shrivastava, CA Riya Bhansali, CA Jagadish Padmanabhan

CONQUERING NEW FRONTIERS

About BCICAIThe Bahrain Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (BCICAI) was

conceived & formulated more than 2 decades ago as one of the Overseas Chapters of the

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Over the years the BCICAI has grown from

strength to strength. Presently BCICAI has a membership of over 450 members and is now one

of the largest organized professional body of Indians in Bahrain. It is also one among 34 foreign

chapters of the ICAI. The members of the BCICAI are spread over various industries, audit firms

and consulting organizations in Bahrain. Many government, quasi-government, public and

private organizations who employ our members place great reliance on their high level of

professional competence, integrity and their contribution to the decision-making processes.

BCICAI continually holds seminars and events to enhance technical knowledge, skills,

professional and personal development and helps members obtain their required CPE credits.

Rated best among the Overseas Chapters of ICAI BCICAI has been rated as one of the Best Overseas Chapter for 3 successive years 2016, 2017

and 2018.

About ICAIThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is a statutory body established by an Act of

Parliament, viz. The Chartered Accountants Act, 1949 (Act No.XXXVIII of 1949) for regulating the

profession of Chartered Accountancy in India. The Institute, functions under the administrative

control of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. The ICAI is the second largest

professional body of Chartered Accountants in the world, with a strong tradition of service to

the Indian economy in public interest.

Role of ICAI¤ To regulate the profession of Accountancy

¤ Education & Examination of Chartered Accountancy

¤ Exercise Disciplinary Jurisdiction

¤ Input on Policy matters to Government

¤ Ensuring Standards of performance of Members

¤ Formulation of Accounting Standards

¤ Prescription of Engagement and Quality Control Standards

¤ Laying down Ethical Standards

¤ Continuing Professional Education

¤ Financial Report Review

¤ Monitoring Quality through Peer Review

¤ Conducting Post Qualification Courses

¤ Focus on Capacity Building in the emerging context

BCICAI has been conducting Annual International Conference since the last 10 years. This thconference is now in its 11 year in succession, and like past years will be held under the

Patronage of HE Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism. This Conference is all set to

witness more than 400 attendees, who include, high-profile entrepreneurs, ministry

officials, business leaders and leading bankers.

thThe 11 Annual International Conference will be held in Bahrain on the 29th and 30th

November 2019 at Diplomat Radisson Hotel, Bahrain. We have invited Government officials,

subject matter experts and renowned leaders in business & professions who will share their

knowledge and insights on diverse range of topics over the course of the two day event.

The conference also provides an effective platform for institutions in Bahrain and other

countries to collaborate with BCICAI as sponsors and reach out to one of the largest

gathering of C-level executives and key decision makers of various high-profile companies

in Bahrain and neighbouring GCC countries and showcase their products and offerings.

The delegates include:

1. Chief Executive officers, Chief operating Officers, Chief Financial officers

2. Senior Partners and Managing Partners

3. Business owners and Entrepreneurs

4. Senior Directors and Directors

5. Head of Financial controls

6. Principals and Associates

7. Compliance and Audit professionals

8. Consultants and Advisors

9. Mid Management and entry level professionals.

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We live in a time wherein several forces keep constantly changing our work-life balance. We

are witnessing a wave of innovation, disruption and growth. Change is seen due to

innovations in digital connectivity, entrepreneurial activity and access to technologies.

These days every new idea for business starts just with the use of a smart phone or a laptop.

Investments are no more a constraint in starting any new business.

We Live in an , by definition, is a radical change, necessitating Age of Disruption. 'Disruption'

an adjustment of course or strategy, often caused by the launch of a new product or service.

Disruption is perceived or associated as a negative change in general. But this may not

necessarily be true in call cases. Ever since the economical development age set in, we

have always accepted that Change is the only constant, and in today's scenario this same

Change has resulted in a new term called Disruption. It is true that Disruption can't be

reversed, and it probably can't be avoided. Positive Disruptions offer lots of opportunities to

Individuals, Corporates, and Countries to utilize them successfully.

In today's competitive markets, corporates are fascinated with disruption. Amazon, Airbnb,

Uber and Tesla have got tremendous attention and success for creating a disruptive

strategy within their market space. Each of them have used unique business models to

revolutionize experience and open doors to massive growth. They are using very innovative

ways to create a much greater impact than what was expected in intensifying effects by way

of Disruption.

Today, Venture capitalists have a higher risk appetite. Lot of start-ups are now funded for

their 'Disruptive ideas'. It has proved to be a huge boost to innovative thinking and

encouragement for today's youths. Several limiting beliefs are now used as business

opportunities.

It is time for us to learn, realise and treat Disruption as a Catalyst. This will help pursue

significant growth opportunities.

We at BCICAI present to you this year in the 11th Annual International Conference a theme

which has been changing, shaping and impacting all of us inside out.

Disruption A Catalyst for Growth

conference theme

Disruption A Catalyst for Growth

Dignitaries and Speakers

CA Prafulla Chhajed*President, ICAI

CA Atul GuptaVice President, ICAI

CA Suresh Prabhu Former Minister of Commerce &

Industry and Civil Aviation

HE Abdulnabi AlShoala Founder and adviser to the board of

AlFanar Investment Holding Co. B.S.C.(C)

Kris GopalakrishnanChairman Axilor Ventures,

Co-founder Infosys

Ms. Anjali BansalFounder - Avaana

Capital Advisors LLP

Mr. D. Sivanandhan, IPS (Retd.) Former Director General of Police,

Maharashtra, India

CA Mohandas Pai Chairman & Founder at Aarin Capital

Ms. Shalini KamathLeadership Coach and Founder

of SKA Consulting Firm

Mr. Resul PookuttyOscar Award Winner

Sound Engineer

CA Vikram Limaye Managing Director & CEO,

National Stock Exchange Ltd.

Dr. Lalit GuptaCEO & Principal Consultant

Zen 360 Consult

Mr. Venkatesh IyerFounder & CEO, Goli Vadapav

Mr. John KuruvillaCo-founder & CRO

Kalpnik Technologies Pvt Ltd

Dr.Radhakrishnan PillaiAuthor of best selling books

Corporate Chanakya & Chanakya and the Art of getting Rich

Diplomat Radisson Hotel, Manama, Bahrain.

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* Awaiting confirmation ** Some more speakers confirmation awaited.

Hisham AlrayesGroup CEO & Board Member

GFH Financial Group

Mr. Bipin SheteRegional Partner, Advisory

BDO

Mr. Lyth Al-KhazrageHead of Governance & Assurance Digital Hub,

KPMG

Annual Conference Gifts

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