Asia's largest grassroots Identity & Access Management community bringing together professionals, aspiring talent, and thought leaders through events, podcasts, mentorship, and career opportunities.
Your Gateway to IAM Excellence
Training & Masterclasses
Vendor-neutral and tool-specific workshops covering Okta, Ping, SailPoint, and Saviynt. Gain practical skills from industry experts that you can apply immediately.
Meetups & Conferences
Connect with real practitioners sharing real stories across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and beyond. Network with professionals who are actively hiring and building teams.
Career Mentoring
Accelerate your journey with personalized 1:1 career roadmaps, mock interviews, and guidance from veterans who've walked the path before you.
Making an Impact
1500+
Community Members
United by a passion for Identity & Access Management across Asia and Globally.
30+
Sessions Delivered
Hands-on workshops, masterclasses, and thought leadership panels covering modern IAM.
200+
Career Counselling
Personalized guidance sessions for navigating IAM career paths with confidence and clarity.
3
Identity Meetup/Event
Conducted meetups and events across various cities in India
Join the fastest-growing IAM community in Asia and discover your place in the future of digital identity.
UPCOMING
IDENTICA 2025
INDIA's FIRST IDENTITY EVENT - Exploring the Future of AI and Identity Security.
BENGALURU-2025
AI is redefining Identity & Access — are you ready?
GET READY FOR INSIGHTS, INNOVATION, AND IMPACT.
6th December 2025
Venue- The Grand Magrath Hotel, MG Road
PREVIOUS
The WHYNOTIAM Event,
Bengaluru 2024
WhyNOTIAM Bangalore 2024 brings together India’s leading Identity & Access Management professionals for a day of insightful sessions, networking, and innovation.
Experience the future of IAM through thought-provoking talks, panel discussions, and community collaboration — live in Bengaluru this November!
WHYNOTIAM" Identity Meetup
Hyderabad, 2024
"WhyNOTIAM" Identity Meetup in Hyderabad, Southern India's very first gathering for Identity and Access Management professionals. This event brought together 50+ IAM enthusiasts for a 4+hour session packed with insightful discussions, expert talks, and networking opportunities.
Why"Not"IAM collaborates with leading organizations committed to advancing IAM talent and innovation across Asia.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for IDENTICA- INDIA's FIRST IDENTITY SUMMIT, BENGALURU-2025? Platinum, Gold, and Silver sponsorship packages available with benefits including event speaking slots, talent access, and brand visibility.
"WhyNotIAM transformed my career trajectory. The mentorship I received helped me transition from a general IT role to a specialized IAM position with a great salary increase."
— Priya Sharma, IAM Specialist at a Fortune 500 Company
"The community's hands-on approach to training filled gaps that my formal education never covered. The network I've built is invaluable."
— Pooja Singla, Sr Identity Consultant
"As a hiring manager, WhyNotIAM events have been our best source of pre-qualified talent who understand the nuances of identity security."
— Sudheer S - TA Manager
"The vendor-neutral perspective is refreshing. I gained insights across platforms rather than being locked into a single technology stack."
— Vikram S, CISO
Leadership & Mission
Founded by Ravi Chhetri
WhyNotIAM was born from a simple observation: India has incredible technical talent but lacked a dedicated community focused on Identity & Access Management excellence.
Starting with informal meetups in Hyderabad and a global event in Bengaluru in 2024, the community's vision has grown into Asia's premier IAM community, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation while creating pathways for the next generation of security leaders.
Our mission: Democratize access to World-Class IAM Expertise and build India's reputation as a global center of identity security excellence.