S. Periasamy is a seasoned textile and apparel industry professional with over four decades of experience, currently serving as Advisor at AIC-NIFT TEA Incubation Centre (AIM, NITI Aayog), Sustainability Advisor at the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association, and Advisor for Innovation and Sustainability at the Dyers Association of Tiruppur. A former Joint Director at the Textiles Committee, Ministry of Textiles, he holds advanced qualifications in Industrial Engineering, HRD and ISO 9000 from IIM Bangalore, and a Master’s in Yoga for Human Excellence. A QCI-certified ZED Master Trainer, he has contributed extensively to TQM, export promotion, cluster development and sustainability, including his work with the Bellary Jeans Cluster under UNIDO and eco-inclusive business development at SEED. He has served on several academic boards and has received notable recognitions such as the ELITE ENABLER Award and the SDC-UK Silver Medal. He currently leads NCFA (South India Region) and serves as an Expert Member for GI under DPIIT, continuing to champion innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable growth across the textile ecosystem.

N. Kumaran has been a Journalist for 12 years in Chennai and Coimbatore. He has worked for a Multinational Clothing and Textiles Company in Tiruppur for 10 Years as a Quality Manager. Currently, he serves as the Editor and Publisher of Knit India Tiruppur Magazine.

Dr Jane Sheeba is a digital marketer, author, and product innovation specialist with a diverse portfolio across personal finance, self-improvement, fashion, and technology. Active in the digital space since 2017, she currently serves as the Product Innovation Officer at iCodex, contributing to the development of cutting-edge publishing and AI-driven solutions. With a PhD in Medical Physics, she has authored multiple books on personal finance, weight management, and banking. Jane also writes for her platforms, Jane Sheeba, Slick Wellness, and Smart Study Deck, and runs a successful YouTube channel where she shares practical insights on finance, productivity, and personal growth.

Dinesh Kumar T is a Fashion Designer and Global Design & Product Development Specialist with over eight years of experience collaborating with leading brands across the U.S., U.K., and Europe. Holding an M.Sc. in Costume Design and Fashion, he combines creativity with cutting-edge technology to redefine modern fashion practices. His work bridges digital fashion innovation and sustainable merchandising, leveraging tools like AI, AR/VR, and 3D virtual fashion technologies to create future-ready design solutions. Passionate about digital transformation in fashion, Dinesh excels in 3D garment visualization, pattern CAD, and technical apparel development, crafting designs that seamlessly unite artistry, functionality, and sustainability.

Kiruthika M., a Master’s graduate in Journalism, serves as the Managing Director of Sri Chakravarthy Exports, leading the company with insight, innovation, and a deep understanding of the global apparel industry.