Mr. G. Giridhara Gopal,

Director & CEO, Addison & Co., Limited

His reflections on fostering an innovation-driven quality culture were deeply inspiring. He emphasized that innovation is not confined to breakthrough ideas alone but flourishes equally through small, continuous refinements that strengthen reliability and trust. By underscoring how organizations can empower people and create an environment where risk-taking is encouraged without the fear of failure, he presented a vision that was both practical and powerful. His message resonated with the belief that enduring customer confidence emerges when innovation and quality move in harmony.

In his summing up as Chairperson, he skillfully wove together the diverse perspectives shared during the session. He reminded everyone that in today’s competitive world, survival itself demands staying in the race—and true competitiveness stems not merely from being better, but from being distinct. He also observed that innovation often finds its roots in moments of crisis, turning challenges into opportunities for growth.