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The Power of Presence @ Leading Steel Processing Company | A 1-Day Immersive Workshop for Senior Leaders

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GlobalGyan Leadership Academy July 31, 2025

Program Overview

Executive presence is often misunderstood as charisma or performance, but the most influential leaders know it’s actually about authenticity under pressure. In today’s complex business environment, senior leaders must navigate boardroom dynamics, lead cross-functional teams, and influence outcomes without relying solely on hierarchical authority—skills that require genuine executive presence rather than superficial polish.

Leading steel processing company recognized this distinction and sought to equip their senior leaders with tools to influence effectively, communicate with clarity, and lead confidently in high-stakes environments. The challenge wasn’t about teaching leaders to act differently, but helping them discover and express their authentic leadership voice in ways that generated trust, credibility, and results.

This intensive workshop, facilitated by Suman Addepalli, was designed around a fundamental principle: executive presence isn’t something you perform—it’s something you cultivate through self-awareness, intentional communication, and the ability to remain grounded under pressure. The program focused on building sustainable leadership impact that would serve participants throughout their careers.

1 Day
 Workshop

20+
Participants

Senior
 Managers

Group
 Activity/Discussion

Key Themes Covered

  • Executive Presence: Breaking It Down

Participants explored executive presence beyond superficial characteristics, identifying core elements through discussions and real-world case analysis. The focus was on building credibility, communication clarity, and maintaining calm composure that inspires confidence in others.

  • Storytelling & Persuasive Communication

Through intensive case studies and group activities, leaders practiced building compelling narratives that moved audiences from passive listening to active engagement. This enabled a crucial shift from simply informing stakeholders to genuinely influencing outcomes in boardroom and cross-functional contexts.

  • Elevator Pitch & First Impressions

Participants crafted personalized elevator pitches and learned systematic approaches to creating strong first impressions that opened doors rather than closed them. The session included individual reflection on personal style with real-time peer feedback for immediate improvement.

  • Presentation Skills with Live Video Feedback

Leaders delivered persuasive presentations with live video recording used for detailed feedback on verbal and non-verbal communication patterns. This intensive session elevated self-awareness and confidence in high-pressure presentation settings where executive presence matters most.

  • Stress & Time Mastery

The program addressed practical stress management, work-life balance strategies, and time prioritization frameworks through relevant case studies and structured individual reflection, helping leaders maintain centeredness and effectiveness during challenging periods.

Program Impact

Throughout this intensive day, senior leaders transformed their approach from reactive communication to intentional, impactful leadership presence that generated measurable improvements in their professional effectiveness and stakeholder relationships.

  • Intentional Leadership Presence Participants shifted from unconscious communication patterns to deliberate, impactful leadership presence, with many reporting significantly greater confidence in high-stakes conversations and improved ability to articulate complex ideas with clarity and conviction.
  • Enhanced Stakeholder Influence Leaders developed more effective approaches to stakeholder engagement, moving beyond information sharing to genuine influence and alignment building, with several participants noting immediate improvements in cross-functional collaboration effectiveness.
  • Authentic Communication Mastery The real-time video analysis created breakthrough moments of self-awareness around body language, vocal tone, and communication habits, enabling leaders to align their physical presence with their intended message for maximum impact.
  • Sustainable Leadership Tools By the end of the intensive session, participants had developed personalized frameworks for executive presence, actionable elevator pitches aligned to their roles, proven strategies for enhancing first impressions and credibility, and practical tools for managing stress while staying composed under pressure.

Srinivasa Addepalli

Director, GlobalGyan Academy; Ex-Tata Group

Suman Addepalli

Director & Faculty Partner GlobalGyan Academy, Author

Semira Khaleeli

Founder, Imagenation;
Ex-InterContinental Hotels

Priyanka Sahay

Senior Leadership Coach, GlobalGyan Academy

Ashok Korwar

CEO Coach; Former Dean, IIM-A, Ex-Polaris Consulting

Gagandeep Singh

Leadership Coach;
Ex-Tata Group, IIM-A & ISB

Dipesh Mohile

Consultant, IIA Ventures;
Ex-Cisco

Chandramoulee P.

Management Coach; Ex-HSBC, Citi, HDFC

Sanjay Yashroy

Adjunct Professor, IIM;
Ex-Accenture (UK), Star India

Vijay Makwana

Founder, Genevraye Consulting; Ex-Blue Tribe, Whirlpool

Usha Rangarajan

Founder, UnLEASH, Leadership Coach; Ex-Tata Tele

Sonali Gera

Certified Leadership Coach;
Ex-Tata Motors, EXL Services

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Srinivasa Addepalli

Srinivasa Addepalli is the visionary Founder & CEO of GlobalGyan Leadership Academy. A former Chief Strategy Officer at the Tata Group and ex-IIM Ahmedabad faculty, he blends 25+ years of real-world leadership with a deep passion for teaching. Known for turning complex business ideas into simple, actionable insights, he inspires professionals to think like CEOs and lead with purpose, clarity, and courage.

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Suman Addepalli

Suman Addepalli is a leadership educator, author, and former COO (Thriive Global, Radio Mirchi, Reliance Ent.) with 20+ years in media and communications. As Director & Faculty Partner at GlobalGyan Leadership Academy, she empowers professionals through impactful storytelling, executive presence, and persuasive communication. Her bestselling book, “Supercharge Your Executive Presence,” has helped many advance their careers.

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Semira Khaleeli

Semira Khaleeli is a seasoned trainer, coach, and facilitator with 22 years in hospitality marketing and sales. Founder of Imagenation, she specializes in selling skills, communication, personal branding, and executive presence. Certified in NLP, DISC, and Emotional Intelligence, she has trained industries like Godrej, Siemens, and Vodafone. Semira also coaches executives remotely with Peakperformer and uExcelerate, empowering leaders globally.

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Priyanka Sahay

Priyanka Sahay is a seasoned leadership coach at GlobalGyan, with a rare blend of corporate acumen and human insight. Backed by 20+ years across banking, entrepreneurship, and academia, she empowers mid-career professionals to lead with empathy, clarity, and strategic intent. A certified counselor and ex-Axis Bank leader, she’s deeply passionate about unlocking human potential through reflective and immersive learning.

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Dr. Ashok Korwar

Dr. Ashok Korwar

Ashok is a management consultant based in Pune. His passion is to help SMEs grow to the next level. His focus is in the IT and engineering industries. Ashok was a strategic advisor to the Chairman of Polaris Software, where he actively engaged in strategic initiatives. He was also a professor at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, where he has served as the Chairman of the PGP, the MEP, and the International Management Group.

Gagandeep Singh

Gagandeep Singh is a Director at Reflexive Lenses Consulting and collaborator at GlobalGyan Academy. He specializes in organization development, focusing on transformation, leadership, and culture change. With expertise in behavioral labs, psychometric tools, and coaching, he partners with senior leaders to drive alignment and growth. He also teaches at IIMA and ISB, blending deep academic insight with practical leadership development.

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Dipesh Mohile

Dipesh Mohile is a seasoned startup advisor and investor mentor with 20+ years of experience, including 12 years at Cisco in sales strategy. Founder of IIA Ventures and Think Beyond Numbers, he helps startups scale, raise funds, and execute growth strategies. He partners with incubators, accelerators, and GlobalGyan to build strong leadership and reduce startup failures, focusing on practical, impactful solutions.

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Chandramoulee Palani

Chandramoulee Palani is a banker-turned-edupreneur with 25+ years in global finance, including leadership roles at Citibank, HDFC Bank, HSBC, and more. An expert in corporate finance, strategy, and cross-cultural stakeholder management, he now focuses on executive coaching, strategic consulting, and teaching at premier institutes like IIM and IIT Madras. A marathoner and author, he blends structured problem-solving with people skills to empower future leaders.

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Sanjay Yashroy

Sanjay Yashroy is a dynamic leader and educator with a rich background in strategy, innovation, digital tech, and venture capital. An MBA from London Business School, he has held leadership roles at Reliance Jio, Pixion, and co-founded Right Angle Digital. Currently an Adjunct Professor at IIM, he blends global insight with Indian philosophy to drive transformation in business and education.

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Vijay Makwana

Makwana Vijay is a PE/VC investee firm operations expert and growth strategist. With experience as CEO, consultant, and marketing leader, he specializes in P&L leadership, GTM strategy, brand building, and sales growth for consumer goods. An INSEAD MBA, he’s worked with global firms like Whirlpool, Rio Tinto, and Standard Chartered. Vijay now leads Genevraye Consulting, helping businesses scale through sharp execution and strategic insight.

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Usha Rangarajan

Usha is a transformation strategist and founder of UnLEASH, driving customer experience-led business change, strategy deployment, and culture transformation. With 30+ years across hospitality, IT, and telecom, she has led impactful projects for airlines, hotels, real estate, and startups. A certified coach, Six Sigma Black Belt, and NLP practitioner, she mentors entrepreneurs and empowers women leaders. Usha also serves as an Independent Director at Sterling Holidays and engages with GlobalGyan.

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Sonali Gera

Sonali Gera is an Internationally Certified Leadership Coach and Global HR expert specializing in Women Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, POSH, and Trauma-Informed Coaching. With 15+ years in global corporate leadership roles at Tata Motors and more, she now empowers leaders worldwide through coaching, leadership development, and complex change management. Passionate about feminine leadership and creating inclusive workplaces.

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