About the session

Many professionals reach a point in their careers where they begin asking a different set of questions. What kind of work feels meaningful? Can I use my skills to contribute to social change? Is it possible to build a serious career in the development sector?

This webinar is designed for early and mid-career professionals who are curious about the social sector but may not know where to begin. Through the journeys of professionals who moved from corporate roles into development work, the session will explore what motivates such transitions, what the sector offers, and what kind of preparation is needed to make the shift meaningfully.

Who should attend?

This session will be useful for:

• Professionals who are exploring a career shift
• Corporate professionals interested in social impact, CSR, foundations, or development organisations
• Young professionals who want their work to connect more directly with people, communities and public issues
• Candidates considering the Executive MBA in Development Management

Why attend?

You will get a clearer understanding of:

• What careers in the social sector can look like?
• How professionals move from corporate or other sectors into development work?
• What skills and mindsets are useful for this transition?
• How management education can help prepare you for meaningful roles in the sector?

Speaker details

S Sivakumar serves as the Vice Chairman and Non‑Executive Director on the Boards of ITC Infotech India Limited, ITC Infotech Limited (UK) and ITC Infotech (USA), Inc. He is also Chairman and Non‑Executive Director of Technico Agri Sciences Limited, Technico Pty Limited, Australia, and ITC IndiVision Limited.

Poornima Dore is a practicing economist, driving impact through finance, public policy, innovation and digital transformation. As the CEO of Dorian Scale, and ex-Director (Analytics, Insights & Impact) at Tata Trusts, she is a highly sought-after advisor for leaders across diverse sectors, valued for her expertise in creating deep strategic impact and building winning teams. She teaches at some of India’s premier management institutes and is a life member of the Institute of Directors.