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Seminars — Delegate
Informative seminars with VIP and Delegate passes: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm daily, with breakfast, buffet lunch and evening refreshments included.
Dates20 – 22 December 2026
Venue · opens Google MapsKTPO, Bengaluru
Part ofAbilities India Expo 2026
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About
Learn. Connect. Inspire.
Be part of informative and engaging seminars at Abilities India Expo 2026. Gain insights, exchange ideas and connect with VIPs and industry professionals in an inclusive environment.
Whether you are attending to learn, build professional connections or explore new opportunities, join us for an inspiring experience.
Who it’s for
- Families and caregivers
- Teachers and social workers
- Healthcare professionals
- NGOs and volunteers
On the programme
Speakers
The organiser is announcing the seminar speakers as they are confirmed.
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Speaking on: Leadership
Michael Cruz
Executive and Leadership Coach
Michael Cruz is an ICF accredited executive and leadership coach, author, mentor and business consultant, with more than 30 years of corporate experience across Legal Tech, Information Services, Education and the non-profit sector.
He partners with CEOs, C-suite and senior leaders as their executive coach, helping them craft and execute an influential, impactful and admired leadership legacy. An ICF PCC certified coach and a published author, he has coached more than 400 CEOs, CXOs and senior leaders, from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies.
Through a decade of roles as Managing Director and P/L owner for multinational corporations across Legal AI data analytics and information services, he led and inspired his teams to deliver products and services that delighted customers and drove growth in both revenue and profitability. He was a Board Member of RELX India, the Indian arm of the FTSE 100 company RELX Plc.
Beyond coaching, he works pro bono as a business consultant for Stanford Business School’s Stanford SEED programme, supporting businesses in Africa — part of a wider commitment to equitable educational opportunity and economic empowerment.
- ICF PCC certified executive coach
- Author, The Leader’s Mirror
- 400+ CEOs, CXOs and senior leaders coached
- 30+ years across Legal Tech, Information Services, Education and Non-Profit
- Former Board Member, RELX India
- Alumnus of IIM Bangalore, Barefoot Academy (UK) and Loyola College, Chennai
Highlights
What you’ll find
Special-needs planning
Planning for children with special needs.
Accessible home design
Making homes safe and easy to use.
Home & adult care
Care for persons with disabilities, elderly people and people who are unwell.
Emergency preparedness
Staying safe in emergencies.
Respite services
Support and rest for caregivers.
Accessible India
Building an accessible country.
Full list
Seminar topics
- Planning for Special Needs Children
- Differently abled, Strong, and Independent
- Accessible Home Design
- Respite services
- Adult care services
- Assistive Technologies
- Accessible India
- Home care for persons with disabilities, elderly people and people who are unwell
- Emergency Preparedness Rescue
- Independent living for elderly
- Accessible Tourism
- Rights for Persons With Disabilities
- Assisted living facilities
- Advanced treatment for Persons With Disabilities
- Family life of Persons with Disabilities
- Elderly inclusivity
- Medical tourism
- Startups for Persons With Disabilities, and more
Benefits
Your benefits
- LearnPractical knowledge from experts.
- AskBring your questions to the session.
- ActLeave with clear next steps.
Good to know
Your seminar day
Seminar timings
9.30 am – 5.30 pmFood and refreshments
- Breakfast
- 9.30 am
- Buffet lunch
- 12.30 pm
- Evening refreshments
- 4.00 pm
Workshop attendance certificates
Certificates of attendance are available for professionals attending workshops. Please contact the Abilities India Expo Helpdesk during the expo for assistance.
Take part
How to take part
Register
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Pick your topics
Check the program when published.
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Join the sessions at the expo.
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Visitor Registration
Free entry to the expo halls, all fests and the evening cultural programs.
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Are the seminars free?
Yes, the seminars are free for visitors.
Do professionals get a certificate?
Yes. Certificates of attendance are available — ask at the expo help desk.
When is the schedule?
Speakers are announced as they are confirmed, and the ones confirmed so far are listed on this page. The full session schedule, with times for each topic, will be published by the organiser closer to the expo.
Join us to learn, share and make meaningful connections.
20 – 22 December 2026 · KTPO, Bengaluru