The event witnessed best of the minds representing the Global and Indian IP fraternity. The topics covered were:  Strategies for making India’s IP -Innovation Ecosystem future ready; Building robust IP mechanisms for Innovation facilitation and IP and Innovation for advancing Sustainable Development in India.

Distinguished speakers of the event:

·            Chief Guest : Justice Anish Dayal, Delhi High Court

·            Special Guest  : Mr. John Cabeca, US Intellectual Property Council for South Asia and Mr, Hiroki Watanabe Director IPR & IP Attaché for South Asia. JETRO

This event provided a platform for discussions and recognition in the realm of intellectual property, contributing to the vision of a developed and innovative India. The insights and collaborations fostered during this conclave are poised to shape the future landscape of intellectual property and innovation in the country.

The objective of the conference was to provide a common platform for researchers from the Academia as well as the Industry to discuss and present their research work by providing an opportunity for collaboration among them. Various novel ideas and the prototype models on the above mentioned theme were presented in the conference.

Academicians, researchers, and business executives gave the presentations. The focus of the session was on research papers that addressed actual issues and situations in the field of sustainability, ESG etc. The session's participatory format contributed excellent learning. One-on-one feedback sessions with the participants included recommendations for further research in their areas of interest. 

The summit focused on Charting Innovation, Policy Reforms, Financing, and Global Competitiveness within the MSME sector.

It aimed at exploring a comprehensive roadmap for India's economic growth, particularly within the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. The summit brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to deliberate on strategies crucial for propelling India's economic trajectory forward.

The summit commenced with an inaugural session graced by distinguished personalities including the Chairman of CII Delhi, the Convenor of CII-Delhi Sub Committee on MSME, and the Hon'ble Minister of Industries, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, setting the tone of significance and urgency. Throughout the event, enlightening discussions led by notable figures such as Mr. Panos Alivizatos (Canada), Mr. Markus Kircher (Austria), Mr. Thomas Paoletti (UAE), Mr. Manish Chhabra (India), Jatin Srivastava, Mr. Alok Arora, Panos Alivizatos (Canada), Mr. Priyankar Baid (OHI Accounting), Mr. Anupam Jain, Hon'ble Justice (Retd.) J R Midha (Bar Council of India Inspection Committee),Hon'ble Justice (Retd.), Jayant Nath (Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission), Mr. Navin Pahwa (Supreme Court of India),Ms. Sunieta Ojha (Supreme Court of India),Mr. Neil Bhutani (Dawesco LLP),Mr. Jaideep S. Kalra, Ms. Chitra Datar, and Mr. Gautam Khurana shed light on pivotal aspects including data utilization, sustainability practices, financial resilience, and international expansion strategies for the MSME sector. There were discussion how use of digital data will lead to more productivity. Delegates from different countries explained how MSME in India  can have investor support in foreign countries .

Each session offered a deep dive into various facets, providing attendees with actionable insights and best practices to navigate the complexities of the evolving economic landscape. 

At the conference, Dr. Saxena presented her research paper titled "Impact of University Social Media Marketing on Customer Engagement and Customer Response: Exploring the Mediating Role of University Brand Equity."

 The forthcoming abstract, slated for inclusion in the proceedings of the 9th PAN IIM World Management Conference, 2024, emphasizes the critical understanding of the dynamic interplay among university social media marketing, customer engagement, and response. This understanding is crucial for enhancing brand equity and crafting strategies to strengthen stakeholder connections, enhance reputation, recruitment endeavours, and overall institutional prosperity.

 Participating in this conference has offered Dr. Ritu Saxena a commendable learning experience, providing her with valuable insights into the evolving landscape of digital interconnectedness in our ever-changing global environment.

The FDP was planned for two days. The resource person for the FDP was   Prof. Dharam P S Bhawuk, Professor of Management and Culture and Community Psychology University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, Hawaii US. In the first session, the resource person talked about Western Approaches and Indian Approaches and how Indian thoughts are evolving in Management. The session explained how our culture shapes behaviour . The importance of language was also emphasized.  It was also emphasized that there is a difference in thought when we do management emerging from Indian Thoughts. Many concepts related to Management , leadership and power were discussed which were inspired from Indian Thoughts. Second Day the session focussed on how can we take thoughts from Gita , Upanishads , Puranas and develop new management thoughts. Session explained how to integrate psychology with philosophy.

The session also deliberated on Indian Positive Psychology and Western Positive Psychology and their application in Management. The FDP was unique , relevant and enlightening.

Also, abstract published in the proceedings of this International Conference.

It was a great learning experience for Mr. Ashutosh Sharma.

Mr. Kamble initiated the session by providing valuable insights into the evolving employment landscape, emerging job trends, and the impact of technological advancements on various industries. He shared highlights from the McKinsey Global Institute report, focusing on the potential impact of AI on the job market in the US. Delving into the transformative effects of technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and automation, Mr. Kamble underscored the need for upskilling and reskilling to navigate the changing job market successfully.

After that Mr.Kamble shifted the focus towards the importance of soft skills and emotional intelligence in the workplace. He emphasized that while technical skills are undeniably crucial, the ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, and adapt to change will play a pivotal role in shaping the future job landscape. Additionally, Mr. Shameer explored the growing trend of remote work and discussed tools and strategies essential for individuals and organizations to thrive in a distributed work environment. Insights were shared on maintaining productivity and fostering team cohesion in virtual settings.

The Knowledge Sharing Session on the Future of Jobs provided valuable insights into the rapidly changing employment landscape. The event addressed key trends, challenges, and opportunities, contributing to the ongoing conversation about preparing the workforce for the jobs of tomorrow. 

at Jacaranda Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi on the focused agenda “BFSIat the Next Milestone of Growth, Disruption and Innovation” The event focused on many areas like crucial role of BFSI in banking operation.

The event inaugural session began with the welcome address by Mr. Bipin Preet Singh summit chairman and Co-founder & CEO Mobi Kwik followed by theme address and special address by Mr. Vishesh  C Chandiok, Chairman Regional  Committee on economic Affairs and Taxation & CEO ,Grant Thornton Bharat LLP , Mr. Shantanu Pendsey ,Chief General Manager ,State Bank of India .The special plenary on BFSI at the next Milestone of Growth ,disruption  and Innovation focused on the main challenges and opportunities that the BFSI sector is facing as it heads towards its next stage of development .For more insights into the themes the summit continues with different cutting edge panel discussions with following key points

·         Way forward to strengthening India’sCredit Ecosystem through structural changes and reforms to fuel India’s growth.

·         Growth and revival strategies.

·         Technology deployment plans for better customer experiences

·         Bridging the Gap between Fintech and Banking

·         Rise of co lending model