-- Justin George Koottala, Associate Vice President, Industry Engagements at BITS Pilani, was honored at the CXO 2.0 Conference with the Business Leadership Excellence Award. The conference was held from December 8–10, 2025, at the InterContinental DFC, Dubai, UAE, convening senior executives, founders, policymakers, and thought leaders focused on building resilient organizations and sustainable talent ecosystems.
Justin George Koottala is a strategic business leader known for strengthening corporate–education collaboration, especially through Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP). With over 21 years of experience, he serves as AVP of Industry Engagements at BITS Pilani, a globally respected institution. Justin has built 250+ impactful partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and public sector units, helping bridge industry–academia gaps through tailored, work-integrated education solutions.
He collaborates closely with CXOs and L&D leaders to enhance talent pipelines by aligning university offerings with key HR priorities, supporting strategic hiring, improving retention through premium degrees, and closing capability gaps in emerging technologies to drive sustained workforce transformation.
Upon receiving the award at the CXO 2.0 Conference, Justin stated, “I'm honored to have received the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference. It’s a fantastic feeling to be recognized for the hard work and dedication I’ve put into my career. I’m truly grateful for the support from everyone who has helped me reach this point, and I am committed to continuing my pursuit of excellence in Industry- Academia collaborations.”
This recognition reflects his influence in shaping education models that respond directly to evolving industry demands. Through his continued leadership at BITS Pilani, he demonstrates how purposeful collaboration between academia and enterprise can deliver sustained value for organizations, professionals, and the broader economy.
About The CXO 2.0 Conference
The CXO 2.0 Conference is a global leadership summit that brings together senior decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore the forces redefining modern business. Hosted in Dubai, Singapore, and Las Vegas, the conference offers strategic insights through keynotes, expert panels, and peer-driven discussions. Participants gain valuable perspectives, practical strategies, and leadership insights to address current business challenges, adapt to change, and build future-ready enterprises in a competitive global environment. For more information, visit www.cxo2conf.com.
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