As the business landscape grows increasingly complex, organizations are being challenged to rethink how they approach governance, risk, compliance, and operational resilience. Traditional frameworks are no longer enough to navigate evolving regulatory demands, emerging risks, and rapid business transformation.
This session will explore the evolving role of GRC through the lens of the Five Lines of Defence, examining how these layers must work together to create a more integrated and resilient enterprise.
A key focus of the discussion will be the human element of resilience. While process and technology continue to evolve as critical enablers, it is people—their decisions, awareness, and leadership—that remain at the core of effective risk management and resilience.
Join us for an insightful discussion on how organizations can build stronger, future-ready resilience by aligning people, process, and technology in today’s dynamic risk landscape.

Join us for an insightful webinar on “Moving Beyond Excel-Driven Risk & Compliance Management,” led by Dr. Satish Kumar Gupta, an award-winning Risk & Compliance leader with over two decades of experience in the Banking and Financial Services industry.

As organizations navigate increasingly complex and dynamic risk environments, traditional spreadsheet-based approaches are proving inadequate for managing enterprise risk effectively. In this session, Dr. Gupta will explore how organizations can transition from manual, Excel-driven processes to integrated, technology-enabled Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks that enhance visibility, strengthen internal controls, and support faster, more informed decision-making. Recognized as the TBM Great Audit Leader 2024 and honored for Strategic Leadership in Cybersecurity and Technology Audits at the World Fintech Summit 2025, Dr. Gupta brings deep expertise across enterprise risk management, internal audits, SOX compliance, and cyber risk.

A frequent speaker at national and international forums, he offers practical, experience-driven insights for senior leaders. Join us to gain actionable perspectives on building scalable, resilient, and future-ready risk and compliance functions.

Third-party vendors play a critical role in the BFSI ecosystem, but they also introduce significant cybersecurity and compliance risks. Financial institutions today face growing challenges in maintaining visibility over their vendor ecosystem, managing fourth-party dependencies, and ensuring continuous monitoring of vendor security posture.

In this webinar, Surendra Pal Singh, InfoSec and Compliance Leader, will explore the most pressing third-party risk management (TPRM) challenges in BFSI. From limited visibility into vendor networks and over-reliance on certifications to regulatory liability under frameworks such as RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, and DPDP, the session will unpack the gaps that often leave institutions exposed.

The discussion will also cover concentration risks in cloud and payment infrastructure, ineffective contractual safeguards, and the limitations of manual, spreadsheet-based vendor risk tracking. Participants will gain practical insights into how financial institutions can strengthen vendor oversight, improve risk classification, and move toward more scalable and resilient third-party risk management practices.

In today’s trust-driven digital economy, SOC reports are no longer just audit artifacts. They are powerful enablers of credibility, compliance, and growth.

Organizations increasingly rely on SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports to demonstrate strong controls, operational maturity, and assurance to customers, auditors, and enterprise partners.

This 𝐒𝐎𝐂 𝟏 & 𝐒𝐎𝐂 𝟐 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 will give you a practical, business-focused understanding of why SOC reports exist, how they differ, and what they mean for organizations navigating audits, enterprise onboarding, and regulatory expectations.

Led by Parth Chauhan, an ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 42001 Lead Auditor, the session will break down the AICPA SOC framework, explain auditor expectations, and connect SOC reporting with broader governance frameworks such as ISO 27001.

AI is moving fast.
Governance needs to move faster.

ISO/IEC 42001 is the world’s first international standard for AI Management Systems—designed to help organizations govern AI responsibly, securely, and in line with regulatory expectations.

In this practical session, Parth Chauhan, Certified Lead Auditor, breaks down:
• What ISO 42001 really means for organizations
• How to structure AI governance beyond policy checklists
• Managing AI risk, accountability, and compliance in real-world environments
• Where ISO 42001 fits alongside DPDP, GDPR, and emerging AI regulations

Whether you’re building, deploying, or governing AI systems, this webinar will help you move from intent to implementation.

Gain a clear understanding of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and what it means for Indian businesses. In this webinar, information security expert Surendra Pal Singh will break down key concepts, business obligations, compliance steps, and real-world challenges to help organizations confidently navigate India’s evolving data protection landscape. Perfect for leaders, compliance teams, and IT professionals preparing for DPDP readiness.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, resilience is no longer optional, it’s strategic. Join us for an exclusive session designed to explore how organizations can build intelligent, performance-driven resilience through the seamless fusion of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).

Vivek Pratap Singh Rathore is a growth and marketing strategist with over a decade of experience driving digital innovation for startups, enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies. As Chief Growth Officer at Ascent Technology Consulting, he leads brand strategy, market expansion, and stakeholder engagement for Ascent’s AI-powered GRC and Resilience platforms tailored to regulated sectors like BFSI, healthcare, and government. Under his leadership, Ascent has earned prestigious global recognition — including being named Best Resilience and Continuity Provider by BCI, Leader in Risk Management for Banking by IBS Intelligence, and Technological Innovator and Ace Performer by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions. Over the years, Vivek helped leading brands such as HCL, Maruti Suzuki, DLF, and others with their digital & growth strategies. An adventurer at heart, Vivek champions alternative tourism and sustainable living. He also actively supports youth skill development initiatives, believing in inclusive growth and the power of purposeful storytelling.