Leaders Confront Uncertainty and Redefine Leadership in AI Era

Industry leaders gathered at Ashoka School of Business' Industry Leadership Summit 2026 in Hyderabad to discuss navigating business uncertainty and redefining leadership in the AI era. The summit, held under the theme 'Leadership in the Time of Uncertainty,' brought together senior industry leaders from IBM, Genpact, DBS Tech India, Micron Technology, FedEx, Wells Fargo, AT&T, and other leading organisations.

The speakers emphasized that the world is witnessing rapid economic volatility, geo-political tensions, technological changes, and major disruptions. They stressed that the standard playbooks across sectors are becoming obsolete, making it challenging for leaders to make high-stake decisions without full visibility.

Dr. J.A. Chowdary, Founder & Chairman, International Startup Foundation, said that AI is disrupting traditional employment models, forcing a rethink of education and job creation. He emphasized that the future belongs to young people who can identify problems, build solutions, and create jobs rather than merely look for jobs.