These interactions are conducted in order to pass on leadership lessons from the life of luminaries to leaders of tomorrow which mainly include I.I.M.U.N. team. Some of them are as follows:
One of the biggest exports of India’s Soft Power and a filmmaker par excellence - Karan Johar addressed I.I.M.U.N.’s Leadership Team at the I.I.M.U.N. HQ where he spoke about India’s representation in American Entertainment, India’s contribution globally and Leadership Lessons from his career!
A fine actor, and an even better human being Padma Shri Vidya Balan visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and spoke to our leadership team about dealing with success, failures and everything in between.
An insightful session between Mr. Vivek Oberoi and the leaders of the organisation at the I.I.M.U.N. Headquarters where he spoke candidly about Bollywood, Philanthropy, Indian-ness, Patriotism and India's history. He also shared his life experiences and stressed about how the country requires more "Thinkers who lead, rather than leaders who think".
An interactive session between Ms. Supriya Sule and the leaders of the organisation at the I.I.M.U.N. Headquarters. An enriching discussion about good governance, tri-party government, riots in Delhi, the visit of POTUS and much more!
An interaction with the leaders of the organisation at the I.I.M.U.N. Headquarters.
An interaction with the Leadership Team of I.I.M.U.N. at the HDFC House, Churchgate.
An interaction with the Leadership Team of I.I.M.U.N. at Trident, Nariman Point.
An interaction with the Leadership Team of I.I.M.U.N. at ENAM office, Nariman Point.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the organisations office in Charni Road, Mumbai.
An interaction with the Leadership Team of I.I.M.U.N. at Whistling Woods International, Goregaon.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the organisations office in Charni Road, Mumbai.
In conversation with team I.I.M.U.N. at the organisation's office in Charni Road, Mumbai.
An interaction with the Leadership Team of I.I.M.U.N. at the Headquarters of Hiranandani Group, Powai.
A congregation of 10,000 young school & college level students at NSCI Dome in Worli.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the House of Anita Dongre Headquarters, Rabale.
In conversation with Mr. Rishabh Shah, Founder & President of I.I.M.U.N. with 550 students in attendance at AB Celestial, Bandra.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the organisations office in Nariman Point, Mumbai.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the HDFC House, Churchgate.
An interaction with Team I.I.M.U.N. at the Yogi Sabhagruha Hall, Dadar.
The first guest interaction at our newly inaugurated headquarters was with Gaur Gopal Das ji. One of India's favourite motivational speakers, he has been a guide and a mentor to the organization for a few years now. He signed off the wall with, “If everybody can do it, I can do it. If nobody can do it, I must do it. Let’s be agents and instruments of change and transformation. Very proud and grateful to be connected to I.I.M.U.N. Wishing you all the very best”.
Our advisor, Mr. Nadir Godrej visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ for the second time. He read out few of his precious poems and candidly answered questions posed to him by the young team on the economy, the government and the future of India. His words of wisdom for the team were, “Be the difference you want to see”.
One of India’s most renowned authors, Devdutt Pattanaik graced the I.I.M.U.N. HQ during the pride month. He shared some stories from Indian mythology and answered questions asked by the team. He left us with the following words, “Remember, your truth is not THE truth”.
One of young India’s and I.I.M.U.N.’s biggest cheerleaders, Nakuul Mehta visited the headquarters and left us with the sweetest message - “This would go down as my favourite HQ in the world. The best room to be in! Keep following your curiosity. Allow room for boredom, it's important. Also, find your purpose. From that comes meaning to life”.
Former Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, Vice Admiral Ajendra Bahadur Singh honoured us with his presence at our Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebration. His words of wisdom for us were, “ The idea of India needs to be deeply ingrained in our minds. Especially for the generations which while India is @ 100 will be in leadership positions. Delighted to be with the young and energetic team at I.I.M.U.N.”
“Ekam Sat Vipra Bahudha Vadanti – there is only one truth. There is only one duty. There is only one karma. For Bharat”. Wise words by one of India’s finest journalist when he visited I.I.M.U.N. HQ.
I.I.M.U.N’s advisor and undoubtedly one of the country’s best singers, Shaan visited our HQ. He shared his journey with our team and told us about his aspirations from young India. His candid interaction with the team alongside him singing some of our favourite songs was inspiring and unparalleled. He left us with such kind words, “So inspired to meet the Mumbai leadership team. I see potential leaders and ambassadors of India in them”.
Legendary politician, lawyer and author, Dr. Swamy engaged in an insightful and free-flowing conversation with our young team at the HQ. His note for the organization is as follows, “I.I.M.U.N is what India needs to become. It has programmes that shape the minds of the young for the future and make India great again”.
We hosted our holistic guru, Dr. Mickey Mehta on the occasion of International Yoga Day. He spoke to the team about the importance of Yoga and helped get rid of some of its misconceptions.
We were thrilled to host a young politician working on-ground to bring about change. His insights into the changing dynamics of Indian politics were commendable. In this candid interaction, he took questions posed by the young team to him on the state of affairs in India and the state and the role youth can play to better it.
An interactive session with the Executive Director of the Indian Express group - Anant Goenka at the headquarters of the organisation where he interacted with the young leadership team of the organisation and spoke about journalism, leadership, India and much more.
Our advisor to I.I.M.U.N. and Chairman of HDFC, Padma Bhushan Deepak Parekh graced the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and spoke to the young leadership team about the state of the Indian Economy, steps to maximise India’s growth potential and it’s impact on youth.
Neerja Birla, Founder and Chairperson of Mpower minds spoke to our Leadership Team at the I.I.M.U.N. HQ where she debunked some myths about mental health and threw insights on how to deal with issues such as anxiety and depression.
An interactive and insightful session with Ravi Dubey at I.I.M.U.N. HQ where he shared some valuable life lessons and anecdotes with our leadership team.
Advisor to 3 Former Indian Prime Ministers, Former Under Secretary General to the Kofi Annan at the UN and our very own Advisory Board member - Amb. Prakash Shah graced the I.I.M.U.N. HQ where he interacted with our young leadership team and spoke about leadership and various gepoltical issues.
Former Director General of Capability Development of Indian Army, General Officer Commanding for Maharashtra, Goa and Gujarat - Lt. General HS Kahlon visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and spoke to our leadership team about secularism being at the core of Indian Military!
Chairman of Piramal Group and our beloved advisor - Dr. Ajay Piramal graced the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and interacted with our young leadership team and spoke about India, leadership and explained the importance of shared growth and much more.
One of India’s most respected journalists and authors, Our Academic Advisory Council member, Rajdeep Sardesai, visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and took the young leaders on a journey through the world of journalism, politics, and nation-building. With anecdotes from his illustrious career, he highlighted the power of storytelling and the importance of maintaining integrity in the face of challenges. His captivating words left the team inspired to become vigilant and responsible citizens, always questioning and seeking the truth.
A towering figure in India’s defence landscape and the nation’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan visited I.I.M.U.N., bringing with him a wealth of wisdom and patriotism. He spoke with conviction about the essence of leadership rooted in honour sacrifice, and dedication to the nation. The young leaders were left in awe of his passion for duty and his vision of a resilient, self-reliant India.
A distinguished statesman and former Prime Minister of Montenegro and our International Advisory Board member, Igor Luksic graced the I.I.M.U.N. HQ with his presence. His discussion on global politics, international diplomacy, and cultural exchange was nothing short of enlightening. With stories of bridging cultural gaps and fostering unity, he emphasized the importance of global citizenship and collaboration in today’s interconnected world.
A visionary leader and the driving force behind Maharashtra’s tourism initiatives, Mangal Prabhat Lodha visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and shared his thoughts on promoting sustainable tourism while preserving India’s rich cultural heritage. He encouraged the leadership team to actively participate in local development and to be ambassadors of responsible tourism, fostering pride in Indian culture.
A passionate environmentalist and youth icon, Aditya Thackeray visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ and engaged the young leaders in a thought-provoking discussion on climate change, governance, and the active role of youth in politics. His energy and commitment to building a cleaner, greener future left a lasting impact on everyone present, motivating them to take concrete action toward environmental stewardship.
One of India’s most trusted voices in media, Faye D’Souza, made her way to the I.I.M.U.N. HQ for a dynamic and candid conversation with the leadership team. She shed light on the power of honest journalism and the responsibility of keeping the public informed without sensationalism. Her unwavering dedication to factual reporting served as a model for aspiring leaders to maintain authenticity in their pursuits.
An icon of Indian cinema and a fearless advocate for social change and our beloved advisor, Shabana Azmi visited the I.I.M.U.N. HQ, where she spoke about her remarkable journey as an actor and activist. Her words resonated deeply as she spoke about using art as a medium to challenge societal norms and advocate for the marginalized. Her powerful presence and message of resilience inspired the young leaders to use their talents for the betterment of society.