Anchoring a Global Dance Tribute with Mr. Yogesh Khairnar, Dy. General Manager (IT), MSEDCL, and Dr. Joe Armstrong, Chief Marketing Officer, TCG GreenChem | International Dance Day 2025
- Nikita Rana
- Apr 29
- 2 min read
Opening
When two corporate leaders from two different continents step onto a dance floor, it’s more than a performance — it’s a celebration of universal spirit. On the occasion of International Dance Day 2025, I had the privilege of framing a rare and memorable tribute. From Mumbai to the U.S., senior leaders stepped into the rhythm of unity, and I was trusted to make their presence visible to an audience eager to celebrate beyond borders.
A Champion’s Step Forward | Featuring an Emcee in Mumbai
When Yogesh Khairnar, Dy. General Manager (IT) at MSEDCL, took to the floor with "Champion" as his anthem, the energy was immediate. I watched the audience straighten in their seats — here was a senior official unafraid to step out and lead, not just in strategy but in spirit. "He is Bravo’s champion," I noted to a few near me, and the room nodded as if they already knew. The tilak visible from earlier introductions caught the light as Mr. Khairnar moved, a small but striking symbol of personal pride layered over institutional commitment. Witnessing this, I realized: true leadership often shows up when nobody is asked to lead — they simply move first.
Crossing Oceans on a Beat | Anchors for Events Beyond Borders
Joe Armstrong, Chief Marketing Officer at TCG GreenChem, Inc., surprised everyone by choosing "Teen Peg," a popular Punjabi track, as his moment to connect. There was a collective ripple — a few surprised laughs, heads turning — when the beat dropped. I quietly observed the recalibration in the room: from formal admiration to unguarded celebration. "Global leadership isn’t just a mindset," I thought. "Sometimes, it’s a dance move." Watching Joe move with complete ease, framed against the subtly formal decor of the venue, reminded me why cultural fluency remains one of the highest currencies in leadership today.
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International Dance Day didn’t just bring out the moves; it surfaced the invisible bridges built across professions, industries, and geographies. Watching Yogesh and Joe command the same stage without needing to speak reminded me why visibility matters: because leadership is as much about presence as it is about voice. As an event compere trusted to hold this moment, I framed each step, each beat drop, each audience cheer — translating them into a memory where business titles dissolved, but mutual respect grew louder.
Thank You Block
Thank you, Mr. Yogesh Khairnar sir, Dy. General Manager (IT), MSEDCL, and Dr. Joe Armstrong sir, Chief Marketing Officer and Global Head of Business Development, TCG GreenChem, Inc., for embodying the true spirit of leadership across borders.
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