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26-28 OctoberJio Convention Center, Mumbai

Stop Scrolling Finance Tips. Start Making Moves.

Curated for first-time investors, professionals, and anyone who wants real answers, not recycled advice.

Finally, Finance That Makes Sense

No acronyms to Google later. Just ideas you can actually act on.

Learn From Those Who Do It for a Living.

Hear how fund managers and market experts think and invest.

Invested Audience, Not Just Attendance.

Everyone paid to be here. That changes the quality of every conversation you'll have.

The Learning Doesn't End When the Arena Does.

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ARENA PASS
Rs. 2,000Rs. 4,000
all inclusive
  • Summit Entry
  • Seminar Sessions
  • Networking Lunches
  • Exclusive Cocktail Meet
  • Access to Exhibition Floor
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Taking The Mic

Ambareesh Baliga, Independent Market Analyst
Ankur Warikoo, Creator and Entrepreneur
Neha Nagar, Finance Educator and Creator

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11:00 am - 11:45 amConversations with Q&A

From Paycheck to Portfolio: How Young Indians Can Build Financial Freedom

Neha Nagar, Financial Educator & Creator

12:15 pm - 01:00 pmFireside

Investing Through Uncertainty: The Stock Market Playbook

Nilesh Shah, MD, Kotak AMC

01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

Lunch

02:00 pm - 02:45 pmConversations with Q&A

Hunting for Multibaggers: Skill, Luck or Patience?

U R Bhat, Co-founder & Director, Alphaniti Fintech
Ambareesh Baliga, Independent Market Analyst

03:15 pm - 04:00 pmFireside

How to Seek Advice at the Start of Your Financial Journey?

Harsh Roongta, Founder & Principal Officer, Fee-only Investment Advisors

04:00 pm - 04:30 pm

Tea & Coffee Break

04:45 pm - 05:30 pmConversations with Q&A

How Should Young Indians Approach Wealth Creation?

Anant Ladha, Financial Educator & Creator

10:30 am - 11:15 amFireside

The Psychology of Money: Learn to Earn, Spend & Invest

Ankur Warikoo, Creator, Entrepreneur

11:45 am - 12:30 pmFireside

Investing Abroad: Options & Pitfalls

Devina Mehra, Founder, Chairperson & MD, First Global

01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

Lunch

02:00 pm - 02:45 pmConversations with Q&A

The Gen Z Portfolio: Does Crypto Still Deserve a Seat at the Table?

SB Seker, Head of Asia-Pacific, Binance
Ashish Singhal, Founder & CEO, CoinSwitch

03:15 pm - 04:00 pmConversations with Q&A

Gen Z & Money: Is India's Youngest Investor Redefining Wealth Creation?

Rajesh Saluja, Co-founder, CEO & MD, ASK Private Wealth
Srikanth Subramanian, Co-founder & CEO, Ionic Wealth

04:00 pm - 04:30 pm

Tea & Coffee Break

04:30 pm - 04:55 pmReport Launch Session

Mudrex Report Launch: Tokenisation, followed by a 10-minute Onstage Chat

Edul Patel, CEO and Co-founder, Mudrex

05:00 pm - 05:40 pmConversations with Q&A

SIFs vs PMS: The Next Level of Investing Options

Rishi Kohli, CIO, Jio Blackrock MF
Jyotivardhan Jaipuria, Founder and CEO, Valentis Advisors

05:45 pm - 06:30 pmConversations with Q&A

How Gen Z Is Rethinking Money, Credit and Investing

Sakchi Jain, Content Creator

10:30 am - 11:15 amConversations with Q&A

A Smart Investor's Guide to Choosing Mutual Funds

Suresh Sadagopan, Founder, Ladder7 Financial Advisories
Vishal Dhawan, Co-founder, Plan Ahead Wealth Advisors

11:45 am - 12:30 pmFireside

Fireside with Shankar Sharma

Shankar Sharma, Founder, GQuant Investech

01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

Lunch

02:00 pm - 02:45 pmConversations with Q&A

Women & Wealth: Roadmap to Financial Independence

CA Rachana Ranade, Stock Market & Finance Educator

03:15 pm - 04:00 pmConversations with Q&A

How to Distill the IPO Document?

Deven Choksey, Promoter & MD, DRChoksey FinServ

04:30 pm - 05:15 pmFireside

Psychology of Wealth Creation: How Great Investors Think Differently

Vijay Kedia, Iconic Investor

05:45 pm - 06:30 pmConversations + Qs

Quest for Returns: How Smart Investors Can Avoid Traps

Sanjay Kathuria, Finance Coach & Creator

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Smart Investor Arena different from the BFSI Insight Summit?
The Smart Investor Arena is designed for those looking to understand personal finance and investing better, especially beginners and young investors. The BFSI Insight Summit is an industry-focused event, providing networking opportunities by bringing together senior leaders and decision-makers from the banking, financial services and insurance sectors.
How do I receive my entry ticket after purchasing?
After completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email with your Entry QR code on your registered email id and on WhatsApp, that will be scanned on the day of the event.
How do I book a meeting with a wealth expert or fund manager?
We are coming up with a meeting scheduler for you to look up financial advisory brands at the Arena and book meetings with them. The access will be sent to you on email and WhatsApp.
Can I get a student or group discount?
Yes, student and group discounts are available. To avail the same, please email us - arena@bsmail.in
Are single-day passes available?
No. Single-day passes are not available. The pass provides access to all three days of the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit.
With an Arena Pass, can I attend the BFSI Insight Summit?
The Arena Pass does not provide access to the BFSI Insight Summit sessions. However, Arena Pass holders can visit and explore the 30,000 sq ft + Expo Area and interact with the fellow attendees.
After getting the Arena pass, is it possible for me to upgrade to the Summit?
Yes, if you wish to upgrade, please feel free to contact our community manager at - 93724 46023
Is the pass transferable or refundable?
No. Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Does my ticket include food/refreshments?
No. However, paid refreshments are available at the venue.