LUCKNOW, Aug 06: Indian Institute of Management Lucknow’s International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX) is set to host the 17th edition of UDYAM, its flagship Business Conclave, on 8th and 9th August 2026 at the Noida Campus. Centered around the theme “Changing Business Needs in a VUCA World,” the conclave will bring together distinguished industry leaders, accomplished executives, policymakers, and management professionals to deliberate on the evolving realities of today’s business landscape.
For nearly two decades, UDYAM has served as a platform where industry and academia converge to exchange ideas, challenge conventional thinking, and foster meaningful dialogue. As organizations navigate unprecedented disruption driven by technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, changing workforce dynamics, and sustainability imperatives, the need for agile leadership and informed decision-making has never been greater. UDYAM 2026 seeks to address these emerging challenges by facilitating conversations that are relevant, insightful, and action-oriented.
The theme of this year’s conclave reflects the realities of a business environment characterized by Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). Against this backdrop, UDYAM aims to explore how organizations can build resilience, embrace innovation, and prepare for the future while creating sustainable value for all stakeholders. Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, participants will gain perspectives from leaders who are actively shaping strategy and transformation across industries.
Over the years, UDYAM has hosted an illustrious lineup of speakers, including leaders from organizations such as Microsoft, Flipkart, Revolut, Fidelity, Havells, Kearney, FTI Consulting, and the Government of India, among many others. Continuing this legacy, the 2026 edition will feature an impressive panel of speakers representing leading global organizations, offering diverse viewpoints across technology, consulting, manufacturing, consumer goods, finance, healthcare, and sustainability.
The conclave will also witness participation from the IPMX Class of 2027, a cohort of 104 experienced professionals with an average of eight years of work experience, representing a diverse range of industries and functional domains. Their rich professional backgrounds create an ideal environment for meaningful exchanges between industry practitioners and future business leaders, making UDYAM a unique platform for collaborative learning and cross-industry engagement.
This year’s agenda will cover themes that are central to contemporary business leadership, including sustainable growth, technology and innovation, organizational transformation, talent management, and the evolving expectations of recruiters. Each session has been curated to provide participants with practical insights into the opportunities and challenges defining modern enterprises.
More than a business conclave, UDYAM represents IIM Lucknow’s commitment to fostering industry-academia collaboration and creating opportunities for knowledge sharing beyond the classroom. By bringing together experienced professionals, thought leaders, and decision-makers, the conclave seeks to inspire conversations that not only address today’s business realities but also shape the leadership priorities of tomorrow.
As UDYAM 2026 prepares to welcome 30+ industry leaders and 100+ executive professionals, it promises two days of thought-provoking discussions, meaningful networking, and actionable insights that will equip participants to lead confidently in an increasingly dynamic and interconnected world.