V. Sriram Kumar is the Chief Executive Officer of ELCIA (Electronics City Industries Association), bringing more than three decades of leadership experience in manufacturing, automation, and industry development. Having spent a significant part of his career at FANUC India and served ELCIA in several leadership roles, he has been instrumental in strengthening collaboration between industry, academia, government, and the startup ecosystem to advance India's electronics and semiconductor sectors. A firm believer in inclusive growth and institution-building, Sriram champions innovation alongside community development. Beyond his professional commitments, he is deeply interested in art, literature, culture, and philosophy, often drawing inspiration from great literary works and reflective writing. He believes that technological progress is most meaningful when it is complemented by a vibrant cultural ecosystem that nurtures creativity, empathy, and critical thinking.