TIME100 Summit<\/em><\/strong> held at New York City\u2019s Jazz at Lincoln Center on Wednesday (April 22).<\/p>\nThe Indian philanthropist and business leader sat down for an intimate Leadership Lens conversation with TIME CEO Jessica Sibley<\/strong>, where she shared her perspective on global leadership, cultural influence, and the importance of empathy.<\/p>\n\u201cIndia\u2019s time has come,\u201d Nita<\/strong> said during the discussion, emphasizing the growing influence of the country on the global stage. She also highlighted the importance of shifting priorities in leadership today, adding, \u201cThe world doesn\u2019t need more hard power. It needs soft power. And that\u2019s what India represents.\u201d<\/p>\nKeep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span>Throughout the conversation, Nita<\/strong> spoke about leading with compassion and instinct rather than authority, offering a more human-centered approach to success in today\u2019s world.<\/p>\nHer appearance also doubled as a celebration of Indian craftsmanship. Nita<\/strong> wore a Tribal Lore saree by Swadesh, a Jamdani piece that took 24 months to create. The intricate look, woven by Padma Shri awardee Biren Kumar Basak<\/strong> in West Bengal, featured detailed meenakari work, symbolic fish motifs representing prosperity, and a richly narrative pallu showcasing ceremonial and natural elements.<\/p>\nWhen asked to choose a global fashion capital, Nita<\/strong> proudly responded, \u201cIndia, with our weaves,\u201d spotlighting the artisans who carry the country\u2019s heritage to the world stage.<\/p>\nShe also reflected on her decades-long work in education, including the founding of the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. Inspired by her own experiences as a mother, she shared her belief that learning should be joyful and inspiring for children.<\/p>\n
As for her proudest achievement, Nita<\/strong> pointed to her family, calling her children \u201ckind, compassionate, and hardworking.\u201d<\/p>\nLooking ahead, she summed up her guiding principle in one word: compassion.<\/p>\n
Click through the gallery for more photos of Nita Ambani at the TIME100 Summit\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n