The recent IAICC Mid-Atlantic Chapter Meeting, held on March 14, 2024, in Potomac, MD, was a resounding success. It united a dynamic cohort of accomplished business professionals. Engaging with almost 75 business leaders from the DC metropolitan area and the States of Maryland and Virginia was a true privilege. The event sparked dynamic conversations centered around IAICC’s mission, ongoing initiatives, and immediate priorities. It offered a comprehensive overview of IAICC’s sector-specific councils and emphasized our unwavering commitment to fostering US-India cooperation in trade and commerce while assisting small business communities and fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. Key workforce development and philanthropic initiatives were discussed as well. The networking opportunities forged invaluable connections, laying the foundation for collaborative growth within the Indian American business community in the presence of IAICC leadership, including Shankar Rachakonda, KV Kumar, Appen Menon, and Suresh Ramachandran. Special thanks to the guest of honor Murali Krishna Cherukuri who highlighted US-India collaboration in Cancer research. IAICC is grateful to all attendees for making this event a grand success. Special thanks and heartfelt gratitude to hashtag#schulmanroger for providing the venue and contributing to the event’s success.
