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Notice is hereby given that the 69th Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held on Friday, 4th July 2025 at 6.00 pm at MMA Management Center, No.240, Pathari Road (Off Anna Salai), Chennai-6.
Business
1. Adoption of Annual Report for the year ended 31st March 2025.
2. Adoption of the Income & Expenditure Account for the year ended 31st March 2025 and the Balance Sheet as on that date.
3. Declaration of the Managing Committee for the year 2025-26.
4. Appointment of Auditors.
5 June 2025
Chennai 600 006
By Order of the Managing Committee
S Seetharaman Hon. Secretary
PAST PRESIDENTS
MrCVSubbaRao
MrSureshRaman 2021-22 2022-23
MMA was founded with the objective “To be the Fountainhead of World-Class ManagementExcellenceinIndia”,withacommitmenttoadvancingthemanagement movement in this part of the country. Over the years, we have grown into a vibrant and inclusive forum, fostering excellence in leadership, learning, and community impact.
It gives me great pleasure to present to you the AnnualReportfortheyear2024–2025, a year marked by renewed energy, innovative programs, and sustained engagement with our growing community of professionals, entrepreneurs, students, andthoughtleaders.
MMA AGM & MAME 2024
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the MMA Awards for Managerial Excellence (MAME) were held on Friday, 5th July 2024, at the MMA Management Centre, with enthusiasticparticipationandappreciationfrommembers.
Mr Josh Foulger, President, Zetwerk, delivered the Special Address, and Mr T V Narendran,CEOandManagingDirector,TataSteel,deliveredtheValedictoryAddress. The thought-provoking speeches by both speakers energized the audience with powerfulinsightsonleadership,resilience,andIndia’sgrowthjourney."
MrTKathir,PartneratDeloitteToucheTohmatsuIndiaPvt.Ltd.,providedanoverviewof the award selection process for the 2024 MMA Awards for Managerial Excellence. He emphasizedtheintegrityandtransparencywithwhichtheawardswereadjudicated.
Ms Simran Dhingra, Head of International Cooperation at Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS),joinedusattheAGMasaspecialinvitee.SheconveyedamessageonbehalfofDr AdrianHaack,DirectorofKAS,reaffirmingthestrongandvaluedpartnershipbetween MMAandKASinpromotingmanagerialexcellence.
Presentation of the MAME 2024
The MMA Awards for Managerial Excellence 2024 were conferred in recognition of outstanding leadership and impactful contributions across diverse sectors. The Awards were presented to:
Manufacturing Sector:
Mr Vishal Agarwal, Chief of Staff to MD, TVS Motor Company
Services Sector:
Mr Praveen Krishna, Head – Corporate Communications, Sify Technologies Limited
SME Sector:
Mr Vidhya Shankar, Company Secretary, Bimetal Bearings Limited
Educational Institutions:
Dr K Maran, Professor & Director, Sri Sairam Engineering College
These awardees exemplify the spirit of innovation, commitment, and excellence that MMA strives to promote within the Indian management ecosystem.
MANAGING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
MMA MANAGING COMMITTEE
2024-25
PRESIDENT
Mr K Mahalingam
Partner/Director.TSMGroupofCompanies
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Mr Lakshminarayanan Duraiswamy
ManagingDirector,SundaramHomeFinanceLtd
VICE PRESIDENT
Mr A R Unnikrishnan
ManagingDirector,Saint-GobainIndiaPvtLtd
HONORARY SECRETARY
Mr S Seetharaman
Chairman,SuperAutoForgePvtLtd
HONORARY TREASURER
Mr M P Surya Prakas
ExecutiveDirector,PonPureChemicalsIndiaPvtLtd
REPRESENTATIVES OF INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERS
Mr G Giridhara Gopal, Director&ChiefExecutive,Addison&CoLtd
It gives me immense pleasure to present the 69th Annual Report of the Madras Management Association (MMA) forthefinancialyearending31stMarch2025.Asweturn
With immense pride, I present to you this year’s Audited Statement of Accounts and Annual Report, encapsulating MMA’s significant milestones, new initiatives, and recognitionsthatreflectourenduringpursuitofexcellence.
PerformanceHighlights: 2024–2025
1. Managerial Excellence Recognised
TheMMAAwardforManagerialExcellencewasconferred at the 68th Annual General Meeting on 5th July 2024. In consultationwithDeloitte,theawardsrecognisedTVSMotor Company, Sify Technologies Limited, Bimetal Bearings Limited, and Sri Sairam Engineering College for their exemplary contributions to management practices and innovation.
MMA reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in management through the Women Managers’ Convention on 15th March 2025. The event, inaugurated by Dr. Kanimozhi NVN Somu, Member of Parliament dasddsddsdddsa
(Rajya Sabha), and over 390 women professionals attended in person and with more than 8,800 online attendees. The theme “Empowering Change, Inspiring Leadership” resonated deeply with the participants, creating a vibrant spacefordialogue,learning,andinspiration.
4. All India Management Students Convention
The 23rd All India Management Students’ Convention, held on 22nd October 2024 at the IIT Research Park, welcomedover1,200studentsattendedinpersonand18,000 online attendees. Focused on “What Does it Take to Jumpstart a Successful Career?”, the event connected studentswithindustryleaders,offeringpracticalinsightsand careerguidance.
A landmark year for this prestigious award, the 2024 edition embraced a fully digital outreach strategy, amassing 65 lakh impressions and engaging over 40 lakh individuals throughvarioussocialmediaplatforms.Theawardceremony at IIT Madras Research Park honoured three outstanding innovators, with Ms. Prabha Narasimhan, MD & CEO of ColgatePalmoliveIndiaLtd,deliveringapowerfulkeynoteon innovation. The hybrid event was attended by 950 attendees inpersonand6,500online.
CommitmenttoQuality andGovernance
OneofourproudestaccomplishmentsthisyearistheISO 9001:2015 Certification awarded to MMA by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The certification, achieved after SSDSD
rigorous audits, is a testament to MMA’s strong governance framework, systematic operations, and commitment to international quality standards. I commend the MMA Secretariat for their diligence and professional excellence in securingthisrecognition.
CSRandSkill DevelopmentInitiatives
Our CSR initiative, implemented in partnership with ACSYSInvestments,AsTrust,SuperAutoForge,andFlexco, delivered remarkable impact. Skill development programs wereextendedtonineschools,benefiting7,068studentsand recording an impressive 98,052 impact hours. This initiative isnotjustameasureofnumbersbutasteptowardsnurturing talent and creating meaningful change in the lives of underprivilegedstudents.
I express my heartfelt thanks to Mr. V. Shankar, Mr. S. Seetharaman, and Mr. Mukundan for their leadership and generosityinsupportingthisinitiative.Withcontinueddonor engagement, this programme has the potential to transform theeducationaljourneyofthousandsmore.
CelebratingSustained Excellence
MMAwasrecognisedastheBestManagementAssociation in India for the 14th consecutive year (2022–2023)—a recognition we did not compete for in 2023–2024, in accordance with the awarding body’s norms. This record underscores our culture of consistency, innovation, and purpose-drivenleadership.
ANoteofGratitudeand LookingAhead
Asweconcludethisremarkableyear,Iextendmysincere thankstoallpastPresidents,ManagingCommitteeMembers, and the MMA Secretariat for their steadfast guidance and contributions over the decades. Your efforts have laid the foundationforMMA’senduringlegacy.
Toourmembers,Ioffermydeepestappreciationforyour active involvement and trust. It is your engagement that breatheslifeintoMMAandpropelsourmissionforward.
Serving a second term as President has been a rare privilege.Iremaininspiredbyyourenthusiasmandsupport. Together, I am confident we will continue to explore new frontiers, build on our achievements, and elevate MMA to evengreaterheights.
Withwarmregardsandbestwishes,
K Mahalingam President Madras Management Association
MMA BOARD FOR MAJOR EVENTS
FOUNDATIONS FORBUILDING ARESILIENTINDIA
MMA ANNUAL CONVENTION 2025
MMA’stheme-basedAnnualConventionisahighpointinthecalendarofmanagementevents in the country. It has gained a reputation for high quality and excellence over the years has always been an event that the management fraternity looks forward to for its quality and content, creating an opportunity of learning, participation in meaningful discussions and thoughtprovokingcontent.
MMA organized its flagship event – MMA Annual Convention 2025 on the Theme “Foundations for Building a Resilient India” on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at Hotel Taj Coromandel, Chennai with over 750 delegates attended in person and around 28,150 viewers watched onlinethroughvariousMMAsocialmediachannels.
The MMA Annual Convention 2025 focused on the various aspects, which are bound to propel India’sfuture,throughaseriesoffocusedspecialsessions onfivebroadsub-themesasfollows:
During the inaugural Session, Mr Brajendra Navnit, Principal Secretary to Government of TN Information Technology & Digital Services Department delivered the Keynote Address and Mr. Vellayan Subbiah, Chairman, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Co. Ltd & Executive Vice Chairman of Tube Investments of India Ltd, delivered the Inaugural Address during the Convention.
MMA’s another milestone initiative during the convention was the launch of MMA-ICT Academy collaboration and the exchange of MoU between Mr Mahalingam, President, MMA, Partner, TSM Group of Companies and Mr Josh Foulger, President, Electronics Zetwerk in the presence of Mr Lakshmi Narayanan, Founding Member, ICT Academy during the Inaugural session. This initiative would enhance reach of MMA and its activities to a large number of Tech. Educational Institutions from all over India. Mr Josh Foulger, Member Board, ICT Academy & President Electronics Zetwerk shared his insights on the highlights of the joint endevaourbetweenMMAandICTAcademy.
Tha MMA Annual Convention was a standout event of the year, marked by an impressive lineup of speakers who delivered inspiring addresses. The Convention garnered overwhelming satisfaction from both speakers and session chairman who recognized its immense scale and impact.
One of the Convention's highlights was the presentation of awards to the winners of the MMA Competition for young Managers. Award Ceremony took place during the Inaugural Session, honoringtheoutstandingachievementsoftalentedManagers.
ThesuccessoftheConventionwasgreatlysupportedbyMcKinsey&Company,servingasthe Knowledge Partner and The Hindu Business line as the media partner for the event. Their expertise and collaboration ensured the seamless execution of another remarkable convention.
To reach a wider audience, the Convention was live-streamed via webcast, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and broadcast on MMA Radio. Additionally, video and audio recordings of the MMA Annual Convention 2025 were made available for members to enjoy at their conveniencethroughthefollowinglinks:
Overall, the MMA Annual Convention proved to be a highly impactful and successful event, showcasingexceptionalspeakers,honoringtalentedyoungmanagers,andprovidingvaluable knowledgesharingopportunitiesforthedelegates.
MMA extends its heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Lakshminarayanan D, Convention Chairman and the entire Convention Committee for their valuable contributions in making the MMA Annual Convention 2025 an extraordinary event. Their hard work, passion, and commitment have left an indelible mark on the MMA community, setting a high standard for future conventions to come.
MMA WOMEN MANAGERS’ CONVENTION 2025
MMA WOMEN MANAGERS’ CONVENTION 2025
To Commemorate the International Women’s Day on 8 March an exclusive Women Managers Convention is organized every year by the MMA. The event creates a platform for womenacrossdifferentwalksoflife,tocometogether,sharetheirthoughts,opinions,insights and experiences. Each year a contemporary theme is chosen and speakers of national and internationalreputeareinvitedtosharetheirexperiencesandthoughts. th
Within a four weeks of the MMA Annual Convention, the most awaited annual feature on the MMA Calendar – MMA Women Managers Convention 2025 on the theme “Empowering Change, Inspiring Leadership” was organized on Saturday, 15 March 2025 at the MMA MangementCenter. th
The Convention Committee headed by Ms Meera Nair, Convention Chairperson & Independent Director, DBS Bank India Ltd, conceptualized the content to chose the distinguishedspeakerswithgreatcareforeachofthefollowingsub-themes
Dr Kanimozhi NVN Somu, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha delivered the inaugural address and Mr Kartik V Kartikeyan, Executive Coach, Leadership Consultant and Author delivered the Special Address. The 24 MMA Outstanding Woman Manager Year of the Award2025waspresentedduringtheinauguralsession.
The MMA Women Managers Convention 2025 was attended by over 400 participants in person at MMA Management Center and over 23650 viewers watched the programme live through various social media portals of MMA. The convention was well covered by the Media and a resounding success from all viewpoints like theme, content, design and structure, selectionofeminentspeakers.
The video/audio recording of the MMA Women Managers Convention 2025 was also made availablefortheviewingpleasureofourmembersattheirconveniencethroughthefollowing links:
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO JUMPSTART A SUCCESSFUL CAREER?
Tuesday,22ndOctober2024
(9.25am-5.45pm)
IITMResearchParkAuditorium,Chennai
23RD MMA ALL
INDIA MANAGEMENT STUDENTS CONVENTION
2024
Management Students are the future managers of India on whom lies the responsibility of realising India’s dreams. During 2002, MMA launched its first Management Students Convention(MSC)onthetheme“TransformationfromManagerstoLeaders”.TheMSCprovides an opportunity to the students to learn from Corporate gurus and at the same time provides them a platform to showcase their managerial acumen through Paper Presentations, BusinessProposals,theBigDebateonachosentopicapartfromManagementQuiz.
The 23rd MMA All India Management Students Convention on the theme “What Does it Take To Jumpstart a Successful Career” was held on Tuesday, 22 October 2024 at IIT Research ParkAuditorium. nd
Thanks to the Convention Committee headed by Mr S V Nathan, CEO & Co-Founder,Visara Human Capital Consulting Pvt Ltd our knowledge partner for ably organizing the 23rd MMA All India Management Students Convention. A galaxy of speakers shared their insights on the theme.TheConventionwasagrandsuccsessandattendedbyover1100delegatesinpersonat IIT Research Park Auditorium and over 27950 viewers watched through various social media portals.
Mr Govind Iyer, Independent Director, Infosys & Director, Karmayogi Bharat, GoI delivered the Inaugural address and Mr S V Nathan, CEO & Co-Founder, Visara Human Capital Consulting Pvt Ltd delivered the Keynote address on the theme “Defining Success in the Modern Workplace”.
Competitions:
The MSC included events to assess students’ management skills in the following contests apartfromBusinessSessionsaddressedbyeminentcorporateleaders.
The Big Debate on the theme - Should Early Career Professionals Prioritize Start-Ups Over EstablishedCompanies?”
Think Tank: The Master Brain Management Quiz Competition. Mr. Arvind, Quiz Master and CreativeHead,XQuizIT,ChennaiconductedtheManagementQuizCompetition.
The response to the competitions organized as a prelude to the Students Convention was overwhelming. The managerial and leadership abilities of management students were projectedinthevariousgames.
The video/audio recording of the MMA All India Management Students Convention 2024 was alsomadeavailablefortheviewingpleasureofourmembersattheirconveniencethroughthe followinglinks:
The Students Convention 2024 was a resounding success in every aspect: from the theme,
MMA CHANAKYA – THE MASTERMIND
Best All India Management Student of the Year 2024
MMA’s “Chanakya - The Mastermind” Award was instituted in the year 2010. It was one of the most significant events of the 23 MMA All India Management Students’ Convention 2024.The award is presented after a contest held to determine the Best Potential Manager of the year. The process is rigorous but rewarding, as it aims to bring out the best in management students. MMA received over 5500 entries for this year’s Competition from all over India. The applicants were screened based on (a) their past academic performance, (b) significant achievements, (c) competitions won, and awards obtained, and (d) an essay on the subject “Why am I the Best Manager?”. From this large pool of applicants, the list was narrowed down to45,ofwhich12contestantswerefromoutsideTamilNadu.
Theshort-listed45contestantsunderwentthreerigorousroundsofevaluationduringthePreFinals of the Competition. The three rounds included: (1) Psychometric Tests to evaluate their thinking and problem-solving skills, (2) Group Discussions to assess their ability to handle pressure situations and teamwork skills, and (3) “Just-a-Minute” extempore competition to judge their speed of response and ability to think on their feet. At a fitting Grand Finale, the chosen TEN finalists participated in the final two rounds amidst an audience of 1,200 during theManagementStudentsConventionheldon22 October2024.
Mr. Harish Lakshman, Chairman of the Rane Group, was the Chief Guest at the Valedictory Session of the Convention. He delivered the valedictory address and presented awards to the
During the 2024-25 financial year, MMA successfully organized a total of 745 events, averaging 60 events per month.
During the 2024-25 financial year, MMA successfully organized a total of 745 events, averaging 60 events per month. These events covered a wide range of topics such as education, management, health, and governance. Our activities included training sessions, corporateprograms,flagshipevents,andChapteractivities.
MMA collaborated with numerous organizations and corporates to deliver these events. Throughout the year, over 5,00,000 participants attended our events, making them a resoundingsuccess.
We were indeed honoured to have esteemed speakers from industry and thought leaders, including Lt Gen Karanbir Singh Brar, AVSM, General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, Amb. T S Tirumurti, IFS (Retd), Mr Rajeev Peshawaria, Author & CEO, Stewardship Asia Centre, Mr. Jainil Bhandari, Partner, Rajah & Tann Singapore, Ms Manisha Kapoor,CEO and SG, Advertising Standards, Council of India (ASCI),Mr Hans Raj Verma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Chairman & Managing Director, The Tamilnadu Industrial Investment Corporation (TIIC), Prof. Trilochan Sastry, Former Dean, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore & Chairman of the Association for Democratic Reforms, Mr T S Krishnamurthy, Former Chief and Election Commissioner of India and Dr M R Venkatesh, Advocate, Supreme Court of India, Mr Sunil Kumar, IPS (Retd), Former DGP & Chairman (i/c) TNRERA, Tamilnadu Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Dr. Ennapadam S Krishnamoorthy, Founder, Buddhi Clinic, Mr V Rajendran, Chairman, Digital Security Association of India (DiSAI),Lt Gen A Arun (Retd), PVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, Indian Army, Mr Nikhil K Rao, Director and Chief Engineer, Boeing Engineering, India, Hon' Justice Bharatha D Chakravarthy, High Court of Madras, Dr ConstantinMalik,Director,MalikInstitute,Switzerland.
To reach a wider audience, most of the talks, discussions and seminars were live-streamed on various social media platforms. We also published transcripts of these events in our monthly digital magazine, Business Mandate, which featured embedded videos. The annexure provides links to the video recordings and published articles for further reference anduse.
MMA instituted an annual feature - Dr. K C G Verghese Endowment Lecture with the support of Hindustan Group of Institutions in the year 2012 in recognition of the contribution made by Dr. K C G Verghese, Founder Chairman, Hindustan GroupofInstitutions.
Mr Nikhil Rao, Director and Chief Engineer, Boeing Engineering India - Chennai deliveredthe11 DrKCGVergheseEndowmentLectureonthetheme“Futureof Aerospace" on Wednesday, 4 December 2024 at 06.30 pm at MMA Management Center.
Dr Ashok G Verghese, Pro Chancellor, Hindustan Group of Institutions has delivered the opening remarks during the Lecture. The event was well attended by over 260 participants in person at MMA Management Centre and over 2390
The Sixth R K Swamy Memorial Lecture
MMA in association with Advertising Club Madras and supported by KAS organizedtheTheSixthRKSwamyMemorialLectureonthetheme“Succession Planning – Myths, Reality and Secrets with Specific reference to - Wills, SettlementandNominations” at06.00pmonThursday,12thDecember2024at MMAManagementCenter.
Hon’ble His Lordship, Mr Justice P B Balaji,Judge,MadrasHighCourtaddressed the participants during the lecture. Mr Shankar Jiwal, IPS , Director General of Police & Head of Police Force, Tamil Nadu delivered the special address on “Creative Policing with the Aid of Technology” and around 185 attended the event in person at MMA Management Center over 2565 viewers watched throughvarioussocialmediaportals.
MMA Endowment Lecture at University of Madras
MMA had instituted an Endowment Lecture in the year 2012 at University of Madras for the benefit of large number of students and members of MMA. The MMA-Endowment Lecture was organized on Tuesday, 28 January, 2025 at 10.30 amattheCentenaryBuilding,UniversityofMadras. Theeventwaswellattended byover450participantsinpersonatUniversityofMadras.
Hon’ble Dr. S. Krishnasamy,FormerMemberSecretary,TamilNaduStateCouncil for Higher Education, delivered the MMA Endowment lecture on the theme “Trade, Commerce, Administration, and Management Over the Ages – From the SangamEratotheBritishPeriod."
MMA – Pond’s VeteransV Narayanan (Pond’s) Memorial Endowment Lecture
The Admirers and friends of Mr V Narayanan, Former Chairman and Managing Director of Pond’s, have come together and instituted an endowment lecture in memory of Late Mr V Narayanan. Mr V Narayanan was an inspiring visionary. He built a culture of character and competence, and inspired ordinary people to do extraordinarythings.
Mr Atul Vohra, Advisor, Professor, Brand Ambassador and Mr Ramesh Srinivasan Senior Partner McKinsey & Company, New York have addressed the participants during the Memorial Lecture. The event was a grand success and around 220
9th Raghu Pillai Annual Memorial Oration on the theme “Coaching your Leaders: A Roadmap for Organisations”
The 9th Raghu Pillai Annual Memorial Oration on the theme “Coaching your Leaders: A Roadmap for Organisations” by Mr Ajay Soni, Chief Learning & Leadership Development Officer, Aditya Birla Group and Ms Archana Edward Madhavan, Author and Director - Research & Insights, CFI was organised on Friday, 28 February 2025 at 6.00 pm at MMA Management Center, Chennai. Mr Ganesh Chella, Author and Co-Founder & Chief Solution Architect, CFI delivered theoverviewduringthesession.
MMA CSR initiative, launched in 2021, has been highly successful and well-received by schools.
MMA CSR initiative, launched in 2021, has been highly successful and well-received by schools.Duetothepositivefeedback,theinitiativehasexpandeditssupporttoincludemore students from government and government-aided schools. In addition to P S Group of Schools, Lady Sivaswami School for Girls and Children's Garden School, Rani Meyyammai Girls Higher Secondary School, and St Raphael's Girls Higher Secondary School have benefitedfromtheprogramme.
Among the various skill development programs offered the TAB based Tally, Robotics, and Young Entrepreneurship Course have been particularly popular among both teachers and students. Faculty Development Programs and Teenage Parenting Programs have also received excellent feedback. In addition, MMA also contributed Infrastructure development programme at various schools including Computer Center, Laboratory, Play area, Toilet facilities etc., which were very well appreciated by the School Management, Parents and the Students.
MMA is committed to identifying additional behavioral and skill development programs to begraduallyimplementedinthefuture.
MMA
CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION & MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
MMACENTREFOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT(CMD)
The MMA CMD organises short-duration Management Development Programs
The MMA Centre for Management Development (CMD) organizes short-duration Management Development Programs (MDPs) aimed at disseminating and enhancing managementskillsamongworkingexecutivesatalllevels.TheseMDPs,whichtypicallyspan one to two days, take the form of workshops, seminars, conclaves, lectures, corporate trainingprograms,andmanagementvideoprograms,amongothers.Theyhaveconsistently remainedpopular,withanaverageof50-60programsconductedpermonth.
The programs cover a wide range of subjects, and the faculty is selected from a panel of qualified and experienced professionals, eminent personalities and academicians. Feedback from participants is regularly obtained for each program, and over 95% of participants have consistentlyratedtheprogramsasexcellent,withtheremainingratingthemasverygoodor good.
CERTIFICATECOURSES
The Certificate Courses offered by MMA have been highly regarded as a prominent initiative for the development of managers.
The Certificate Courses offered by MMA have been highly regarded as a prominent initiative for the development of managers. These courses primarily targeted middle and senior-level managerswithafocusonprocessdesignandimplementation.Toensurethehighestlevelof quality, MMA collaborated with reputable professional bodies in their respective fields to organizetheseprograms.
The courses offered by MMA covered a diverse range of topics. Some of the courses included eleven months course in Data Driven Marketing Excellence, Personality Enhancement Program, Strategic HRM, Data Driver HR Excellence, Project Management, Career Skill Development, MS Excel, Business Communication, Design of Experiments and Professional Selling Skills. These courses were aimed at providing managers with valuable skills and knowledge in specific areas. The details of the Certificate Courses organized throughout the yearcanbefoundintheAnnexure.
MMASTUDENTS CHAPTERS
MMA Students Chapters are currently active in numerous academic institutions across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
MMA places great emphasis on the development of management students and actively promotes the establishment of MMA Students Chapters in educational institutions that offer management education. These chapters serveasavaluablebridgebetweenMMAandthemanagement studentcommunity,
MMA Students Chapters are currently active in numerous academic institutions across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. They engage in a wide range of activities that contribute to the holistic development of management students. These activities encompass various areas and provide students with opportunities to enhance their knowledge, skills, and practical understandingofmanagementconcepts.
Though the MMA Students Chapters, students are exposed to industry experts, guest lectures, workshops, seminars, and other interactive sessions. Value Added Courses in NLP, TQM, HR Analytics, Business Analytics, Career Counselling, Lean Six Sigma, Digital Transformation, Project Managment were conducted. These events enable students to gain insights into real-world business scenarios, learn from experienced professionals,andexpandtheirprofessionalnetwork.
Overall,theMMAStudentsChaptersplayavitalroleinfostering the growth and development of management students, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excelintheirfuturecareers.
MMA’SMANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES
MMA’s Executive Education Programmes, including seminars, workshops, experiencesharing programmes, and corporate training, remain popular.
MMA’s Executive Education Programmes, including seminars, workshops, experiencesharing programmes, and corporate training, remain popular. These programs cover a wide range of subjects and feature qualified professionals, eminent personalities, and academiciansasfacultymembers.
In 2024-25, MMA collaborated with reputable professional bodies to organize seminars, conferences,andworkshops,furtherenhancingthequalityoftrainingprovidedtomembers.
MMA successfully planned and organized programs every month, expanding beyond Chennai to include locations such as Attur, Erode, Ambur, Hosur, Namakkal, Salem, Sri City, Trichy, Puducherry, and Chengalpattu. These programs catered to the needs of all member segments,includingmanagementstudents.TheManagingCommitteecommendstheMMA Secretariatfortheireffortsinconductinghigh-qualityprogramsoutsideChennai.
MMA-KASPROJECTFOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT
MMA has collaborated with the KonradAdenauer-Stiftung from Germany since 1989 to promote Entrepreneurship Development
MMA has collaborated with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung from Germany since 1989 to promote Entrepreneurship Development. This project aims to provide small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in business. Over the past 36 years, the project has adapted to the changing business landscape and focused on knowledge-orientedactivitiestomeetthedemandsoftheSMESector.
During this 36-year period, the project has made significant progress in both quality and quantity. A total of 7,900 training activities have been conducted, with 19,18,788 participants benefiting from them. Please refer to the Annexure for detailed information on the training activitiesconductedduringtheyear.
MMA expresses deep gratitude and appreciation to the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and specifically to Dr Adrian Haack, Director - India Office, KAS, for his unwavering cooperation andsupportinfacilitatingtheMMA-KASEntrepreneurshipDevelopmentProjectactivities.
Dr Adrian Haack, Director-India Office, KAS
KASJOINTSTAFF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME2024
The Joint Staff Development Programme is a unique initiative aimed at the joint development of staff from various partner organizations of KAS.
The Joint Staff Development Programme (JSDP) 2024, organized by the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), is a unique initiative aimed at the joint development of staff from various partner organizations of KAS. This annual program brings together around 80 individuals from over 14 partnering organizations across the country to exchange experiences, learn fromeachother,andaddresscommonissuesofinterest.
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The JSDP 2024 took place from October 24 to 27 in Nagpur focusing on the theme " Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Investing in Youth for a stronger Nation” MMA actively participatedinthisyear'sJSDPandmadeapresentationaswell.
The program was highly successful, receiving excellent feedback on the content, speakers, andoverallarrangementsinNagpur.
MMA Digital Magazine - Business Mandate, has evolved
into a
valuable
source
of information over the years
MMA digital magazine, Business Mandate, has evolved into a valuable source of information over the years. It features high-quality management articles that are highly sought-after by both industry professionals and academia. In its digital format, the magazine reaches a wide audienceofover90,000readerseverymonth.
The magazine's columns also highlight the best practices of successful small businesses that have emerged as industry leaders, as well as showcase new companies that have been inspiredbyinnovativeandcreativeideas.
Through advertising in Business Mandate, you can drive readers and viewers to your product or business pages. The magazine offers the opportunity to directly link your creative advertisements and promotional content to your website, social media pages, videos, or landingpages,allowingreaderstoeasilyaccessandexploreyourofferings.
Business Mandate provides a complete digital experience with embedded videos, links to websites, photo galleries and much more, enhancing the reading experience, reach and impact.
KONRADADENAUER LIBRARY
The MMA-Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung library now offers various attractive features
MMA has taken steps to enhance the reading experience and encourage more engagement with its library by leveraging modern technology. The MMA-KonradAdenauer-Stiftung library now offers various attractive features.
To to the reading preferences of young individuals and the corporate sector, MMA has set up a Kindle corner, providing access to a digital library of e-books. This allows users to conveniently read books in electronic format, catering to theirdigitalreadinghabits.
In addition to e-books, the library offers a range of other multimedia resources. Users can access audio books, enabling them to listen to books and expand their reading experience. The library also provides podcasts of MMA programs, allowing users to engage with informative and educationalcontentonthego.
To further support learning and development, the library offers training CDs/DVDs, providing valuable resources for skill enhancement and knowledge acquisition. Additionally, the library maintains recordings of major MMA events, ensuring that users can access and revisit important discussionsandpresentations.
These enhancements in the MMA library reflect a commitment to leveraging modern technology and catering to the diverse reading preferences of users. By offering a range of digital resources alongside traditional books and magazines, MMA aims to attract and engage a wideraudience.
The MMA Library continues to be well endowed and holds 4748managementbooksandover1400videotitles.
Throughout the year, the MMA-KAS
Digital
Library expanded its offerings to benefit members
MMA took a significant step towards digital transformation with the launch of its Digital Library on November 29, 2021. This forward-thinking initiative was highly appreciated by MMAMembers.
Throughout the year, the MMA-KAS Digital Library expanded its offerings to benefit members. Over 3,500 ebooks were added, providing a wide range of resources for members to access and explore. Additionally, the library incorporatedavastcollectionof1.4millionelectronictheses and dissertations from over 320 universities worldwide. This extensiverepositoryofacademicworkenablesmembersto accessvaluableresearchandscholarlymaterials.
The introduction of the MMA Digital Library signifies the organization's commitment to embracing technological advancements and providing convenient and comprehensive resources to its members. This initiative opens up a world of knowledge and information, empowering MMA members to enhance their learning and stay up to date with the latest academic research from acrosstheglobe.
MMA Webcasting, Live on YouTube, Linkedln and Facebook LIVECASTING
MMA is dedicated to achieving excellence, perfection, and delivering high-quality events. To ensure wider accessibility and convenience, MMA has institutionalized live webcasting of most of its events. This enables both members and the general public to watch these managementprogramsattheirconvenienceandbenefitfromtheinsightfuldiscussions.The initiativeofwebcastingeventsreceivedgreatappreciationfromthemanagementfraternity.
In addition to webcasting, MMA also offers live streaming of events on popular social media platforms such as YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook. This further expands the reach of MMA's programs and allows a broader audience to engage with the content. Throughout the year, a significant number of viewers 5,00,000 watched MMA's programs through the MMA social
By leveraging these digital platforms, MMA ensures that its events are accessible to a wider audience, promoting knowledge sharing and providing valuable insights to both its members and the general public. This initiative demonstrates MMA's commitment to embracingtechnologyanddeliveringitsprogramsinawaythatmeetstheevolvingneedsof
MMA's radio initiative, Voice of MMA, serves as a valuable platform for reaching out to a wide audience across India
SOCIALMEDIA
MMA’s social media accounts regularly feature highlights and brief narrations of recently concluded events
MMA actively maintains a strong presence on various social media platforms, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. Through these platforms, MMA ensures continuous engagement with its audience by providing timely updates on major events and initiatives.
MMA’s social media accounts regularly feature highlights and brief narrations of recently concluded events. This allows members and followers to stay informed about the key discussions and outcomes of these events. Additionally, MMA utilizes social media to keep members informed about upcoming events, ensuring they are aware of the latest opportunitiesforprofessionaldevelopmentandnetworking.
By actively leveraging social media platforms, MMA effectively reaches a wider audience and fosters a vibrant online community. These platforms serve as valuable channels for disseminating information, sharing knowledge, and engaging with members, professionals, andstudentsinterestedinmanagement-relatedtopics.
MMA’s active presence on social media demonstrates its commitment to leveraging digital platforms for effective communication and connecting with its stakeholders in an engaging andaccessiblemanner.
The aim is to extend professional management beyond Chennai MMALOCALCHAPTERS
MMA has established Local Chapters in several cities across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, namely Attur, Erode, Ambur, Hosur, Namakkal, Salem, Sri City, Trichy, Puducherry, and Chengalpattu. These Local Chapters have been set up to specifically cater to the needs of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The aim is to extend professional management beyondChennaiandensurethatindustriesinthesecitiesalsobenefitfromMMA’sexpertise.
As part of this strategy, MMA has planned and organized a diverse range of programs every month,notonlyinChennaibutalsointheseLocalChapters.Theseprogramsaredesignedto meet the needs of various segments, including MMA members, corporates, and managementstudents.
MMA's outreach program through Local Chapters reflects their commitment to promoting professional management practices and fostering growth and development beyond the boundariesofChennai.
MMA Lecture series under “Leaders Speak” continued every month. LECTURESERIES
The Leaders Speak lecture series is a significant event organized by MMA with the objective of offering its members a platform to engage with distinguished individuals. These eminent personalities can be successful businessmen, senior executives from various industries, governmentofficials,orrenownedfiguresfromtheacademicworld.
Leaders Speak serves as a valuable forum for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, principles, and practices within different organizations. By facilitating interactions between MMA members and these accomplished individuals, the lecture series creates opportunities for learning,inspiration,andtheexplorationofdiverseperspectives.
The event allows MMA members to gain insights from the experiences and expertise of leaders who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. Through these interactions, participants can broaden their understanding, enhance their leadership skills, and acquire valuable insights into various aspects of business, industry, government, and academia.
The Leaders Speak lecture series exemplifies MMA's commitment to facilitating knowledge sharing and fostering continuous learning among its members. By connecting them with notable personalities, MMA aims to enrich the professional growth and development of its membersandcontributetotheirsuccessintheirrespectivedomains.
Lecture Series on “Success Stories –How It Was Done!”
The "Success Stories - How It Was Done!" lecture series organized by MMA featured renowned industrialists who have successfully built significant brands. These accomplished individuals were invited to share their visions and the key factors that contributed to their success. The focus of the series was on highlighting the pivotal moments in their success stories,thechallengestheyencountered,andhowtheyovercamethoseobstacles.
The insights shared by the speakers have proven to be highly valuable and inspiring for MMA members. By hearing firsthand accounts of these successful individuals, members gain valuable lessons and reflect on the learnings that can be applied to their own professional journeys.
Each talk in the series was chaired by immensely eminent personalities, adding to the prestige and impact of the events. The presence of these distinguished chairpersons made thelectureseriesallthemorememorable,creatinganatmosphereofwisdomandexpertise.
The speakers, chairpersons, and audiences expressed great appreciation for the relevance and significance of the talks. The success stories shared during the series not only provided inspiration but also offered practical insights and strategies that members could apply in
MMAREAD&GROW
MMA's "Read & Grow" series is a book review program that features eminent panelists discussing
carefully chosen books
MMA's"Read&Grow"seriesisabookreviewprogramthatfeatures eminentpanelistsdiscussingcarefullychosenbooks.Recognizingthe significance of books in nurturing the mind, heart, and soul, MMA firmly believes in the adage "Today a Reader, tomorrow a Leader." Especially during challenging times, reading and writing help alleviate feelings of isolation and provide a valuable source of inspiration.
Books have the power to encourage a thoughtful, human-centric approach to work and life. They promote conscious living and the developmentofvalue-basedbusinessesandprofessionsbyfostering compassionandappreciationforbothpeopleandtheplanet.
To cultivate a culture of reading and personal growth, MMA has introduced the engaging "Read & Grow" series, which takes place everythirdFridayofthemonth.Thisprogramcombinesbookreading with panel discussions, creating an interactive platform for MMA memberstofreelyexchangeideasandperspectivesonthechosen book's theme. The panel comprises experts in the field, and their insightsenrichthediscussions.
The"Read&Grow"seriesnotonlyencouragesmemberstodevelop thehabitofreadingbooksbutalsoaimstonurturewritingskills.The programprovidesaplatformformemberswhohaveauthoredbooks toshowcasetheirworkandsharetheirexperiences.Italsoservesas an inspiration for student members to embrace the reading habit anddeveloptheirownwritingabilities.
This series exemplifies its commitment to fostering a culture of continuouslearningandpersonaldevelopmentamongitsmembers. Byengaginginthoughtfulbookdiscussions,MMAmembershavethe opportunitytobroadentheirknowledge,gainnewperspectives,and enhancetheirunderstandingofvarioussubjects.
WeextendourheartfeltthankstoMrBabu,MsSangeetha,andMr Ramaprasadfortheirdedicatedeffortsinablydrivingthisengaging series month after month, centered around popular management books.
Theirmeticulouscurationandtheinclusionofoutstandingpanelists have made each session truly enriching. The thought-provoking discussionsonthechosenbookshaveaddedimmensevaluetothe events and have inspired many participants—both in person and online—to cultivate the habit of reading and empower themselves throughknowledge.
MMAWOMENBUSINESS FORUM
Throughout the year, MMA organizes numerous events under the
Women Business Forum
MMA’s Women Business Forum is a platform that recognizes the resilience and strength of women who have overcome numerous obstacles to succeed. While women's voices have become more powerful and assertive, there is still work to be done to ensure their full participation in society. In emerging markets, women face unique challenges, but they are harnessingthepoweroftechnologytoadvancetheirbusinesses,careers,andfamilies.
Under the theme "Hear Her Voice," the Women Business Forum invites thought leaders to share their profound insights and experiences. The discussions and presentations in these events are inspiring and thought-provoking, particularly for women professionals and entrepreneurs. The forum serves as a platform for women to connect, learn, and gain inspirationfromoneanother.
Throughout the year, MMA organizes numerous events under the Women Business Forum, addressing various topics relevant to women's empowerment and advancement. These events provide opportunities for networking, learning, and sharing best practices. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, MMA encourages women to break barriers and achieve theirfullpotential.
TheWomenBusinessForumdemonstratesMMA'scommitmenttopromotinggenderequality, empowering women, and creating opportunities for their professional and personal growth. By amplifying women's voices and celebrating their achievements, MMA aims to create a more inclusiveandequitablesociety.
INNOVATIVEAPPROACHESINCORPORATEINDIA
MMA has been in the forefront to foster and enhance excellence in Management, Entrepreneurship and Outstanding Contribution to Society.
MAME Awards – Recognition for Managerial Excellence
The MMA Awards for Managerial Excellence" were established by the MMA (Management Association) in 2002 to recognize and reward outstanding managerial thinking, action, and measurable results in various sectors. These awards encompass four categories: Manufacturing,Services,SMEs(Small,andMediumEnterprises),andeducation.
MMA's primary objective is to promote knowledge, education, and the adoption of effective managementpractices.Theawardsspecificallytargetcompaniesandinstitutionsthathave theircorporateorregisteredofficesinthesouthernstates.
Theevaluationprocessoftheawardsconsidersseveralcrucialaspectsoftheorganizationsin each category. These include their vision, goals, financial performance, initiatives taken, corporate social responsibility, quality of management processes, and growth in market share.
In the manufacturing category, the awards focus on recognizing excellence in managerial practices and achievements within the manufacturing sector. It encompasses industries involvedintheproductionofgoods.
In the services category, the awards recognize exemplary managerial thinking, action, and outcomes in service-oriented industries such as healthcare, hospitality, financial services, informationtechnologyandmore.
The MSMEs category acknowledges managerial excellence in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. This category targets smaller businesses and recognizes their achievements in termsofmanagementpracticesandmeasurableresults.
Finally, the education category evaluates the managerial excellence demonstrated by educational institutions. This includes universities, colleges, schools, and other educational organizations that have shown exceptional leadership, innovation, and effectiveness in their managementpractices.
Through the MMA Awards for Managerial Excellence, the MMA aims to honor and promote organizations that have excelled in various aspects of management, thereby encouraging the dissemination of best practices and driving overall improvement in the field of
MMA-Amalgamations Business Leadership Award
TheMMA-AmalgamationsBusinessLeadershipAwardwasinstitutedin1969bythelateMr.A Sivasailam in memory of his father the late S Anantharamakrishnan, Founder of the Amalgamations Group. The award is presented to an Indian business leader, adjudged as outstandingbyapanelofeminentjurorsformingtheselectioncommittee.
The awardee also delivers the Anantharamakrishnan Memorial Lecture at the award function.
The last recipient of the MMA – Amalgamations Business Leadership Award 2023 was Mr N Chandrasekaran,Chairman,TataSons.
MMA MBA Awards
The MMA presents the MMA Awards to recognize the first rank holders in MBA from Anna University and the University of Madras. These awards consist of a cash prize of Rs. 10,000 each. The primary objective of the MMA-MBA Award is to promote and encourage academic excellence in the field of management studies by acknowledging and rewarding the academicachieversinMBAcoursesfromtheseuniversities.
The MMA-MBA Awards for the top rank holder from Anna University is supported by V Narayanan Memorial Endowment Award - Pond’s Veterans, while the award for the top rank holder from the University of Madras is supported by the Dr Nirmala Prasad MOP Endowmentfund.
Traditionally, these awards are presented annually during the All India Management Students Convention, an event where management students from across the country gather.
By recognizing and rewarding the first rank holders in MBA from Anna University and the University of Madras, the MMA aims to inspire and motivate students to strive for academic excellenceinthefieldofmanagementstudies.
MMA Best Young Manager Award 202528 MMA Competition for Young Managers
Since 1996, MMA has been organizing the MMA Competition for Young Managers. This competition provides opportunities to young managers to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, professional excellence and creativity in the larger interest of the management community.
The Competition is held every year as a run up to the MMA Annual Convention on the same themeastheConventionandisrestrictedtoManagersbelow40yearsofage.
This year’s Competition on the theme “Foundations for Building A Resilient India” was conducted on 7 February 2025. The competition was won by the team from Tata ConsultancyServicesledbyMsSriKalaivaniPannerselvamandMsRajalakshmiRamanathan.
24 MMA Outstanding Woman Manager of the Year Award 2025
The MMA Competition for the Outstanding Woman Manager of the Year Award is a part of MMA’s effort to help the Women Managers improve their professional excellence. The Competition is held every year since 2002 as a run up to the Women Managers’ Convention organisedontheoccasionofInternationalWomen’sDay.
The theme of this year’s competition was “Empowering Change, Inspriring Leadership”. The Oral Presentation was held on 12 March 2025 to select the Winner of the MMA Outstanding WomanManageroftheYearAward2025.
Ms Sindhujah R, Tata Consultancy Services was chosen as “Outstanding Woman Manager of theYear2025awardwhichincludedacashprize,atrophyandaCertificate.
The Award for Best Written Paper was presented to Ms. Iswarya Veerappan of Tata Consultancy Services, while the Award for Best Oral Presentation was conferred upon Ms. KavviyaC.V.ofTAFE.
The Outstanding Woman Manager of the Year award 2025: Ms Sindhujah R, Tata Consultancy Services
Winners of 13th CavinKare-MMA ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards 2024 held on Saturday, 14th September 2024. The Chief Guest Ms Prabha Narasimhan, Managing Director & CEO of Colgate Palmolive India Ltd presented the Awards.
In the year 2011, CavinKare launched Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards, in memory of Late Shri R Chinnikrishnan (Father of Mr. C K Ranganathan, Chairman & Managing Director, CavinKare Pvt Ltd). Mr. Chinnikrishnan had a vision and believed that ‘whatever a rich man enjoys, a common man should be able to afford’.Since its inception, Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards have stood out in its steadfast support of innovative ventures started by smallandtinyindustries,businessmenandbusinesswomen.
The Cavinkare - MMA Chinnikrishnan Innovation Award 2024 this year recognized three such Entrepreneurswhousedtheircreativitytofindefficientsolutionstoproblem.
The eminent jury comprised of Lt Gen Karanbir Singh Brar, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, Mr A R Unnikrishnan, Managing Director, Saint Gobain India Private Limited, Mr Manoj Joseph Kallarackal, Managing Director, THEJO Engineering Limited,MrVSuryanarayanan,ManagingDirector,CholamandalamMSGeneralInsuranceCo Ltd, Dr L S Ganesh, Vice Chancellor, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad, Mr Lakshminarayanan Duraiswamy, Managing Director, Sundaram Home Finance Ltd and Ms Aarthi Lakshminarayanan, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. The call for nominations process received 325 applications from all over India, where the nominees were interviewed under various stringent guidelines streamlined by the Process Advisor Shardul AmarchandMangaldas&Co.
MMA | ANNUAL REPORT 2024-25
Award of ISO 9001:2015 Certification to MMA by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Madras Management Association (MMA) has been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 Certification in Quality Process Management by the Bureau of IndianStandards(BIS).
Thisrecognitioncomesasaresult of MMA successfully completing both the preliminary and final audits conducted by BIS, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to excellence in process management, governance,andservicedelivery.
The audit team commended MMA for its high standards of documentation and process discipline, which were key factors inthesuccessfulcertification.
The ISO 9001:2015 certification marks yet another step in MMA’s continuous journey towards organisational excellence and bestpractices.
Adoption of Technology
At Madras Management Association (MMA), embracing innovation and technology has always been a cornerstone of our efforts to deliver high-quality programmes and services to our members. In keeping with this vision, MMA has continued to integrate advanced tools andinfrastructuretoenhancetheoverallmemberexperienceandoperationalefficiency.
A significant step in this direction has been the implementation of Mentimeter, a cloudbased interactive platform that enables real-time polling and Q&A sessions during events— ensuringseamless,paperlessinteractionandenhancedaudienceengagement.
Further, the MMA Auditorium has been upgraded with modern amenities including highspeed Wi-Fi, state-of-the-art presentation systems, laser projection technology, and paperless transaction capabilities. Our commitment to digital transformation is reflected in the complete digital documentation of records, ensuring both accessibility and archival excellence.
In support of sustainability, MMA has adopted solar power with net metering, contributing meaningfullytoourgreenenergyinitiatives.
These technological advancements are aligned with MMA’s commitment to sustainable practices, operational excellence, and inclusive growth, reinforcing our position as a forwardthinkingandfuture-readyinstitution.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
MMA’sFinancialPerformancefortheyear2024-25hasbeenpositive.Consideringthecurrent environment. Revenue generation has shown an upward trend resulting in significant additions to the General Fund. This growth can be attributed to increased income from subcriptions, improved surplus at conventions with support from sponsors, higher revenue from trainging programs, and cost reduction measures. The surplus generated is being reinvested in infrastructure improvement and enhancing the quality of MMA’s offerings to its.
The highlights of financial performance are outlined in the tables that follow:
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The Managing Committee would like to thank all the members of MMA for their continued support to the Association.
TheManagingCommitteewouldliketothankallthemembersofMMAfortheircontinued support to the Association. Needless to say that all the activities would not have been possiblewithoutthecommitmentandteamworkofMMAManagingCommitteeMembers, MembersofFaculty,andthewinningteaminMMASecretariat.
MMAwouldliketothanktheChairpersonsandMembersofvariousBoardsandCentresand Chairmen of MMA Local Chapters who have successfully organized programmes in their respectiveareasandkepttheflagofMMAflying.
The Managing Committee thanks The Hindu Business Line for supporting numerous MMA EventsandAwardsasPrintCommunicationsPartner.
The Managing Committee extends sincere thanks to all the sponsors for their generous supportofMMA’sactivitiesthroughouttheyear.
The Managing Committee places on record its appreciation to Prof. Kamakoti Director, IndianInstituteofTechnologyMadrasforhiscontributioninservingasChairmanoftheMMA ElectionPanelandalsoforprovidingassistancefromhisSecretariatforconductingtheMMA ElectionProcessatIITMadras.
The Committee would like to thank Mr P S Raman, Senior Advocate and Former Advocate General, Government of Tamil Nadu for the valuable services he has rendered in the past wheneverweneededhisadviceandcounselonlegalissues.
The Committee thanks Ms Aarthi Lakshminarayanan, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas&Coforthevaluablesupportrendered.
The Committee thanks our statutory auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells, Chartered Accountants and Srikaanth and Co., Chartered Accountants, our internal auditors for their excellentservicerenderedduringtheyear.
The Managing Committee also records its sincere appreciation of the loyalty and devotion to duty shown by the staff of the MMA Secretariat ably headed by Gp Capt R Vijayakumar (Retd),VSM,ExecutiveDirector,MMA.
Talk and Discussion on Sustainable Sustainability Why ESG is not Enough 05 Apr 2024
S Muthiah Memorial Lecture: Lives of a Writer: Exploring beyond the Book 13 Apr 2024
Discussion on the book To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others 18 Apr 2024
Seminar on Arbitration in the Age of Globalisation: Navigating Cross – Border Disputes in India’s Business Landscape 25 Apr 2024
Talk on Ad Wars: Making Competition Healthy 30 Apr 2024
Discussion on the book Headline: Memoir of a Media CEO 06 May 2024
Talk on Challenges and Opportunities in Cyber Resilience for Infrastructure and Financial Sectors 07 May 2024
Seminar on Electoral Reforms: Bane or Boon? 15 May 2024
Discussion on the book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful! 23 May 2024
Talk on Pathways to Carbon Neutrality: Sustainable Transformation of Industries & MSMEs in Tamil Nadu 06 Jun 2024
Discussion on the book Embrace The Future –The Soft Sciences of Business Transformation 07 Jun 2024
Talk on Navigating Change: Emerging Trends in Real Estate Regulations and its Impact on the Industry 17 Jun 2024
Discussion on the book Coffee Can Investing: The Low-Risk Road to Stupendous Wealth 20 Jun 2024
Discussion on the book Media & You, Trends, Challenges & Opportunities Today 24 Jun 2024
Valedictory Address on The DNA of Managerial Excellence during the 68th Annual General Meeting 05 Jul 2024
Talk on Harnessing the Power of Hypnosis for Effective Leadership and Team Management 11 Jul 2024
Seminar on Securing the Future of Digital Payments: Innovate, Adapt and Comply! 18 Jul 2024
Talk on Success Stories How It was done! 22 Jul 2024
Discussion on the book The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable 23 Jul 2024
Talk on Unleashing Inner Potential: Cultivating Mental Resilience for Well-Being 25 Jul 2024
Discussion on the book Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi 27 Jul 2024
Discussion on the book India @ 100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse 09 Aug 2024
Discusssion on the book Unconquered Horizons: Southern India’s Resistance Icons 10 Aug 2024
Panel discussion on Solving India’s Solid Waste Crisis during the Seminar on Solving India’s Solid Waste Crisis - Lessons From Madurai 17 Aug 2024
Conversation on It is time to create a market for e-waste as well during the Seminar on Solving India’s Solid Waste Crisis - Lessons From Madurai 17 Aug 2024
Panel discussion on It is time to create a market for e-waste as well during the Seminar on Solving India’s Solid Waste Crisis - Lessons From Madurai 17 Aug 2024
Talk on Demographic Dividend: Boon or Bane 19 Aug 2024
Discussion on the book Mental Models: 30 Thinking tools that separate the average from exceptional 27 Aug 2024
Discussion on the book GRIT: Why passion and resilience are the Secrets to success 12 Sep 2024
Presentation on Breaking the Status Quo during the 13 CavinKare-MMA ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards th 14 Sep 2024
Talk on Straight Lines to Great Horizons: Endless Possibilities 18 Sep 2024
Digital Transformation: Opportunities in Rural Areas 20 Sep 2024
Talk on Peace-Time Challenges Army’s Wayanad Experience 26 Sep 2024
Inaugural Address on The world conspires in favour of givers during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Keynote Address on Defining Success in the Modern Workplace during the 23rd MMA AllIndia Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Special Session on Going Beyond Your Comfort Zones during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Special Session on Knowing how to select your perfect career during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Special Session on Challenge Your Limits during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Special Session on Essential Skills for the Future during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Session on The Importance of Your First Job during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024
Special Session on The Mentor-Mentee Relationship during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024
22 Oct 2024
22 Oct 2024
Special Session on Building a Personal Brand during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024 22 Oct 2024
Valedictory Address on The Importance of Growth Mindset during the 23rd MMA All-India Management Students' Convention 2024
22 Oct 2024
Talk on Balancing Work Life and Life’s Work 28 Oct 2024
Talk on Leading Through Chaos: Opportunities in Global Crises 04 Nov 2024
Talk on Navigating the Future: How Tech Innovations are Shaping the Next Decade 06 Nov 2024
Talk on Policing the 21st Century 12 Nov 2024
Talk on Strategy, Management and Innovation in Business 18 Nov 2024
Discourses on Digitalisation of Courts: Experiences From Kerala jointly organised with Vinayaka Mission 23 Nov 2024
Eleventh of Dr K C G Verghese Endowment Lecture - Future of Aerospace 04 Dec 2024
The Sixth R K Swamy Memorial LectureSuccession Planning - Myths, Reality and Secrets with specific reference to Wills, Settlements and Nominations
12 Dec 2024
Conclave on The CFO’s Role in Integrating, Governance, Sustainability and Value Creation 14 Dec 2024
Talk on Strategies for Simplifying DecisionMaking 17 Jan 2025
Discussion on the book Unlocking Wealth: Secrets to Getting Rich at Any Age 21 Jan 2025
Dscussion on the book Nari Shakti: Indian Women Take Centre Stage 27 Jan 2025
The Fifth V Narayanan Memorial Endowment Lecture The Journey of Leadership
31 Jan 2025
Talk on Play to Potential: Lead a Full Life, become the best You 07 Feb 2025
Keynote Address on Building Resilience through Economy during the MMA Annual Convention 2025 12 Feb 2025
Inaugural Address on Towards a Resilient India: From Services to Products during the MMA Annual Convention 2025
Feb 2025
Plenary Session on Social resilience: How Rural India Needs to Transform during the MMA Annual Convention 2025 12 Feb 2025
Special Session on Growth resilience: Empowering MSME to be the Innovation Engine of the Future during the MMA Annual Convention 2025 12 Feb 2025
Special Session on Technology resilience: AI: Separating Hype from Reality during the MMA Annual Convention 2025 12 Feb 2025
Special Session on Mental resilience: Leadership in Times of Volatility during the MMA Annual Convention 2025
Special Session on Geopolitical resilience: Preparing your Businesses for Geopolitical Volatility during the MMA Annual Convention 2025
Feb 2025
Talk on Trump 2.0: What does it mean for India & the World? 14 Feb 2025
Discussion on the book Coaching your Leaders: A Roadmap for Organisations 28 Feb 2025
Seminar on Women @ Work: Powering Progress, Shaping the Future 07 Mar 2025
Inaugural Address on The Two Sides during the Women Managers’ Convention 2025
Plenary Session on The Power of Mentorship: Building a Legacy of Empowerment during the MMA Women Managers’ Convention 2025
Special Session on Redefining Success in the Creative World during the MMA Women Managers’ Convention 2025
Mar 2025
Special Session on Visionary Leadership: Merging Tradition with Modernity during the MMA Women Managers’ Convention 2025 15 Mar 2025
Special Session on Challenging Norms: The Power of Being Different during the MMA Women Managers’ Convention 2025
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