PPSU Hosts 4th HR Conclave 2026, Bringing Together 250+ HR Leaders
SURAT: Reinforcing its commitment to industry-academia collaboration and leadership excellence, P P Savani University (PPSU) successfully organized the 4th HR Conclave cum Convention 2026 in association with the QCFI Ankleshwar Chapter. The prestigious event brought together more than 250 HR professionals, corporate leaders, academicians, researchers, and HR practitioners from across the country for a day dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
The conclave served as an influential platform where experienced professionals and emerging HR leaders explored the evolving role of Human Resources in today’s rapidly changing business environment.
A Theme Focused on Creating Business Value
The central theme of the conclave, “From Cost Centre to Value Creator: The ROI of Human Capital,” highlighted the transformation of Human Resources from a traditional support function into a strategic business partner that directly contributes to organizational growth, innovation, and sustainable success.
Throughout the sessions, experts discussed how organizations can maximize the return on investment in people by leveraging talent development, leadership, employee engagement, digital transformation, and data-driven HR practices.
Esteemed Dignitaries Graced the Event
The conclave witnessed the presence of several distinguished personalities from academia and industry, whose insights inspired participants to rethink the future of workforce management.
The keynote speakers included:
- Shri Vallabhbhai Savani, President, P P Savani University
- Shri Chandubhai Virani, Founder, Balaji Wafers Pvt. Ltd.
- Shri B. H. Laxmesh, CEO, L&T Heavy Engineering
- Shri Avinash Pandey, Chairman, QCFI
Their thought-provoking addresses emphasized the importance of visionary leadership, organizational culture, innovation, and continuous learning in building future-ready organizations.
Showcasing Excellence Through HR Best Practices
One of the major highlights of the conclave was the presentation of 70+ HR Best Practices and Case Studies by leading organizations.
These presentations showcased innovative HR initiatives across areas such as:
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Engagement
- Learning & Development
- Performance Management
- Organizational Development
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Digital HR Transformation
- Workplace Well-being
The case studies provided valuable real-world insights, enabling participants to learn from successful HR strategies implemented across various industries.
Recognizing Outstanding Contributions
The conclave also celebrated excellence in Human Resource Management through a prestigious awards ceremony.
Organizations demonstrating exceptional HR practices were honored with:
- Platinum Awards
- Gold Awards
- Silver Awards
These recognitions acknowledged organizations that have successfully created people-centric workplaces while driving measurable business impact through innovative HR initiatives.
Strengthening Industry-Academia Collaboration
As an institution committed to experiential learning and industry engagement, PPSU continues to create opportunities that bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional practice.
The HR Conclave enabled meaningful interactions between:
- HR Leaders
- Corporate Executives
- Faculty Members
- Researchers
- Students
- Industry Practitioners
Participants exchanged ideas, discussed emerging workplace trends, and explored collaborative opportunities that will contribute to developing future HR professionals.
Building Future-Ready HR Leaders
The discussions throughout the conclave reflected the changing landscape of Human Resource Management, where organizations increasingly rely on strategic HR leadership to navigate technological advancements, workforce expectations, and business transformation.
The event inspired attendees to embrace innovation, develop agile talent strategies, and create workplaces that foster both employee well-being and organizational excellence.