SATCON 2026 - Event Recap | World's First Vegetarian Certification Conclave

EVENT SCHEDULE

EVENT – 10:00 AM | Open Hi-Tea

1st Session (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

Sattvik Certification : An Blueprint for a Conscious Future

A thought leadership dialogue bringing together academic pioneers, institutional heads, and policy influencers shaping the future of hospitality and food education.

Mr. Bhupesh Kumar

Principal, Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (SIHM), Ranchi

An alumnus of IHM Bhubaneswar with over 24 years of experience in academics, training, student placements, and hospitality research.

Mr. A K Singh

Director, FHRAI IHM | Principal, Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai

A senior leader with extensive experience in hospitality education and institutional leadership across India.

Dr. Anand Singh

Former Principal, Institute of Hotel Management, Bhopal

Senior hospitality educationist and tourism expert, widely respected for academic leadership, conference contributions, and expertise in service excellence and sustainable tourism.

Sanjay Nigam

Serial Fashion Entrepreneur | Investor | Mentor | Philanthropist
Founder – Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF), India Fashion Awards, Talent Factory, Pitch To Get Rich

Sanjay Nigam is one of India's most influential fashion entrepreneurs, celebrated for building platforms that have transformed the country's fashion, creative, and talent ecosystem. With over two decades of experience, he has created iconic properties including Fashion Entrepreneur Fund, India Fashion Awards, Talent Factory, and Pitch To Get Rich.

Session Moderator

Dr. Pragati Sahai

Academician and Program Coordinator, Amity University

Working as an Academician and Program Coordinator at Amity University with 19 years of experience in teaching and research. She holds M.Phil. and PhD. in Biotechnology, has been associated with Amity and Sharda University, and has 25 publications in reputed Scopus indexed journals. Her expertise includes environmental sustainability, ethical guidelines, and social skill development.