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JAMMU: The second day of the Global CEO Conclave 2026, organised by the Indian Institute of Management Jammu in collaboration with the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), brought together eminent healthcare leaders, industry experts, academicians and policymakers for discussions on artificial intelligence, strategic leadership, healthcare innovation, human capital management and organisational transformation.
The day concluded with a valedictory ceremony reaffirming the importance of collaborative leadership and innovation in building a resilient, efficient and future-ready healthcare ecosystem.
The valedictory session brought together distinguished leaders from academia, healthcare, and industry, reaffirming the importance of visionary leadership, artificial intelligence, quality-driven governance, and patient-centric innovation in transforming healthcare management.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by Dr. Girdhar Gyani, Director General, AHPI, and Patron, CAHO. Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu presided over the valedictory ceremony. Dr. Lallu Joseph, President, CAHO; Associate General Secretary and Quality Manager, CMC Vellore; Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Honorary Distinguished Professor, IIM Jammu and Lt Gen (Dr) Sunil Kant (Retd.), SM,VSM, Chairperson, MBA Healthcare, IIM Jammu graced the valedictory ceremony.
Dr. Girdhar Gyani, Director General, AHPI, and Patron, CAHO, delivered the closing remarks, reflecting on the importance of sustained collaboration and collective efforts to advance healthcare quality and management.
Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, commended the partnership between IIM Jammu and CAHO and expressed hope for a grand and more impactful conclave in the future. He also highlighted the scope for strengthening industry–academia engagement through CAHO’s extensive healthcare network, creating opportunities for student internships and practical learning.
Dr. Lallu Joseph, President, CAHO; Associate General Secretary and Quality Manager, CMC Vellore, representing CAHO, described the Global CEO Conclave 2026 as a memorable experience marked by valuable learning and warm hospitality, expressing gratitude to Prof. B.S. Sahay, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Lt Gen (Dr) Sunil Kant (Retd.),SM,VSM, and the faculty, staff, and students of IIM Jammu for their warmth, support and care.
Lt Gen (Dr) Sunil Kant (Retd.),SM,VSM, Chairperson, MBA Healthcare, IIM Jammu, proposed the vote of thanks, acknowledging the contributions of the dignitaries, CAHO leadership, IIM Jammu leadership, faculty, staff, housekeeping teams, organizing committees, and students whose collective efforts ensured the conduct of the Global CEO Conclave.
The valedictory culminated with the national song and national anthem drawing a patriotic close to the two-day insightful conclave. The valedictory session reaffirmed that advancing healthcare management requires sustained dialogue, shared learning, and enduring partnerships between academia and industry. As the conclave concluded, it carried forward a shared commitment to developing future-ready healthcare leaders and building a more innovative, efficient, and patient-centric healthcare ecosystem.
The day's academic programme commenced with a welcome address by representatives of IIM Jammu and CAHO, followed by an overview of the day's proceedings.
A significant institutional milestone was marked by the signing of a five-year MoU between IIM Jammu and the Erba Global Institute of Medical Technology (EGIMT), supported by the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) ecosystem, on October 17, 2026. The MoU was exchanged by Dr. Jitendra Kumar Sharma, Trustee, EGIMT and Managing Director & CEO, AMTZ, and Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, in the presence of Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Honorary Distinguished Professor, IIM Jammu, and Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Sunil Kant (Retd.), SM, VSM, Chairperson, MBA Healthcare, IIM Jammu, among other officials. The partnership will advance healthcare management education, joint research, executive training, faculty and student exchanges, MedTech startup incubation and technology commercialization, and bridging management expertise with medical technology innovation to develop industry-ready talent and strengthen India’s healthcare ecosystem.
Ad Guru Mr. Prahlad Kakkar, Founder, Genesis Film Productions, shared insights on the power of authentic storytelling, creativity and human connection in building enduring brands at the Global CEO Conclave 2026, organized by IIM Jammu in collaboration with CAHO. Showcasing iconic advertising campaigns, including Cadbury, he emphasized originality, emotional resonance and trust while cautioning against overdependence on AI and digital tools. Moderated by Dr. Baljeet Singh, Associate Professor, Marketing, IIM Jammu, the session featured an engaging exchange in which Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, responded to a question posed by Mr. Kakkar, sharing his expert insights on branding, leadership and creativity.
The first five plenary sessions of the Global CEO Conclave 2026, organized by IIM Jammu in collaboration with CAHO, brought together industry leaders, healthcare experts and academicians to explore key priorities in healthcare management. Discussions covered aviation-inspired supply chain excellence, responsible AI adoption, purpose-driven leadership, MedTech innovation, operational transformation, data privacy, automation, talent development and constructive conflict resolution. The sessions highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration, technology-enabled solutions, empathetic leadership and people-centric practices in building a more efficient, resilient, innovative and patient-focused healthcare ecosystem.
The conclave's second day concluded with an emphasis on translating strategic insights into practical action. Through its plenary sessions, institutional partnerships and leadership discussions, the Global CEO Conclave 2026 reinforced the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, responsible technology adoption, effective management and continuous innovation in healthcare. The conclave reflects the shared commitment of IIM Jammu and CAHO to strengthening healthcare leadership and fostering an ecosystem that promotes quality, operational excellence, sustainability and patient-centric care.
