Code4Change
Code4Change – First National Level 24-Hours Hackathon 2026 is a national innovation event by CSE, ADS & MCA in association with CSI Region 7.
It brings students together to solve real-world problems through technology, guided by industry leaders from Exafluence, Zuntra Digital, Outcomes Plus Consultancy, and Pi One Technologies.
Where AI transforms HR and Marketing strategy
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SPEAKERS
This is the space to introduce the distinguished speakers who made the event impactful. Their expertise in AI, automation, and innovation shaped the direction of the hackathon, guiding participants with industry insights and practical knowledge. With strong experience across technology and business domains, they fostered a culture of strategic thinking, responsible AI adoption, and real-world problem-solving.
Harini Thyagarajan
CEO - Zuntra Digital
CEO, Zuntra Digital driving AI-powered global innovation
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Varsha S
Executive Program Manager
Executive Program Manager driving strategic marketing excellence
Mithun L
AI Agent and Automation lead
AI Agent and Automation Lead driving data-driven innovation
Deva k
Development Lead
Development Lead driving intelligent automation and analytics solutions
Agenda
13th-14th February 2026
Friday -Saturday (24Hrs)
10:00 a. m.
Welcome Address
10.15 a. m.
About the Hackathon
10: 20a. m.
Felicitation Address
11:00 a. m.
Hackathon Starts
12:00 p. m.
Lunch Break
12:45 p. m.
AI in HR & Marketing Hackathon – STARTS
02:30 p.m.
AI in HR & Marketing Hackathon – JUDGING
03.00 p. m.
On- stage presentations by shortlisted students
04:00 p. m.
Valedictory
PITCH
Ai & Hr/marketing
HACKATHON
PITCH REQUIREMENTS
Teams of upto 5 participants collaborate to design and present an AI-based HR or Marketing strategy using real-world use cases.
SECTORS
Each team focuses on one business area: FMB & Retail, Technology, Logistics, Public Sector & Compliance, or Consulting, Manufacturing etc.
EVALUATION
Pitches are assessed on strategic clarity, innovation, feasibility, and measurable business impact.
Code4Change 2026
Innovation Challenge
AI & Data Science
Tech Entrepreneurship
Industry Mentorship
Professional Networking
ORGANIZERS
Event Chairs
This section presents the organizing committee responsible for the conceptualization, curation, and execution of the event.
JANANI C S
Executive HR Manager
Business-Focused HR Strategy & Talent Optimization Leader
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VARSHA SARAVANAN
Executive Program Manager
Outcome-Driven Marketing Program Strategist
MITHUN L
AI Agent and Automation Lead
AI-Driven Data Intelligence Strategy Architect
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SWETHA S
Legal and HR Associate
Turning Legal clauses into Collaboratrive Teams
VARSHAA R
HR Associate
Making great plans happen effortlessly
KUMUDAPRIYA V
Operations and Finance Associate
Finance & HR Ninja balancing money, people, and execution.
MAGESHWARI M
HR Associate
Built for Balance - Budgets and Behaviour
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HEMADHARSHINI A
HR Associate
Managing Talent, Timing and everything in between
SIRISHA S
Social Media Marketing Associate
Mixing trends with a twist.
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Product Development
AI Workforce
AI-Driven Solutions
Automation
Key Moments
Strategic Thinking
Startup Ecosystem
Industry Interaction
Future Skills
