Top speakers to focus on subjects ranging from artificial intelligence to sustainable development; Conference partnering with NDTV USA as television broadcast media partner
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Washington, DC
Union Cabinet Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will be the keynote speaker at the IIT2024 Global Conference hosted by PanIIT USA in Washington, DC, from January 12th to January 14th, 2024. The much-anticipated event will bring together the brightest minds and IIT alumni from across the world. With the tagline “The Future Is Here Now” and a thematic focus on innovation, the conference promises to be a transformative experience for all attendees, according to a statement from the organizers.
“Get ready for a mind-blowing keynote that will spark your vision! Union Cabinet Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw brings his visionary leadership to the #IIT2024GlobalConference on January 13th. Be in the room where inspiration ignites!” PanIIT said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on January 4, Thursday.
The IIT2024 Global Conference USA is a prestigious and globally-recognized gathering. These annual conferences serve as a platform for IIT alumni from all over the world to come together, network, collaborate, and ideate on important issues related to technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, and societal impact.
This year, the conference will focus on a big number of subjects ranging from artificial intelligence, to sustainable development and cutting-edge medical breakthroughs. The distinguished list of IIT2024 Global Conference speakers will cover a diverse range of innovation. They will also address other topics, including entrepreneurship and India’s rising global influence.
The list of prestigious speakers for the IIT2024 Global Conference include Vinod Khosla (Founder and Managing Partner, Khosla Ventures), Vint Cerf (VP and Chief Internet evangelist for Google), Arvind Krishna (Chairman and CEO, IBM), Sal Khan (Founder and CEO, Khan Academy), David Rubenstein (Co-founder and Co-chairman, The Carlyle Group), Nirupama Menon Rao (Former Indian Foreign Secretary and Ambassador to US) and Steven Chu (Nobel Laureate, Physics and Former US Energy Secretary).
According to a statement from the hosts, speaker keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive workshops open opportunities for attendees to engage with luminaries and gain insights that will shape their own professional trajectories. “There will be ample networking opportunities for alumni to reconnect with old friends, forge new partnerships, and strengthen the global IIT community,” said PanIIT USA.
The IIT alumni in the US are quite excited about the event. “What an opportunity to rekindle the warmth of networking among IITians that began in 2003. I welcome all IITians, family, friends and supporters to USA generational wisdom,” said Ron (Ranbir) Gupta (IIT 1970 Architecture) President, PanIIT USA.
Siddhartha (Sid) Chowdhary (IIT KGP 92), Chairman IIT 2024 & Chairman/CEO, Credence Management Solutions, said: “I am delighted that the Washington DC area has been selected to host the next PanIIT Global conference. The focus of the Conference on innovation and how advancements in artificial intelligence, sustainable energy, and medicine can provide a brighter future for everyone is timely. The conference will also highlight the importance of the US-India relationship in technology innovation and security cooperation as a force for global good in the current geopolitical context. I look forward to welcoming all attendees to join us in a discussion with thought leaders from industry, academia, and government, while networking with peers and reliving nostalgic moments with fellow alumni.”
The Global PanIIT USA conference is partnering with the prestigious NDTV USA as the television broadcast media partner. “We at NDTV 24×7 in USA are keen to work closely with premium organizations and will emerge as the leading voice of Indian diaspora in USA and India. We are proud to be the television media partner of Global PAN IIT Annual conference to be held in DC this year, which is a perfect venue for an important year for Capitol. The IIT Alumni have led the emergence of Indian excellence at all levels and in diverse fields since 1970 and will continue to be one of the leading groups in the US,” said Sunil Hali, exclusive partner of NDTV in USA and an IIT alumni.
Over the years, the PanIIT conferences have grown in size and importance, attracting renowned speakers, industry leaders, and thinkers. The conferences have expanded beyond the United States and have been held in different cities around the world, including Chicago, New York, Mumbai, Delhi, and Singapore.
PanIIT organizes events, conferences, and seminars that provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, and career advancement. PanIIT’s focus extends beyond academic and professional connections. It also seeks to contribute to the larger society through various initiatives and projects. This includes promoting entrepreneurship and innovation, supporting social development initiatives, and facilitating mentorship and guidance for students and aspiring entrepreneurs.
