about
the event
Over a three-day period in Washington DC, the IAICC 2023 Convention will seek to highlight and stimulate deeper interactions between India and the US in both political and trade/commerce arenas aimed at strengthening the bonds between both the countries. Invited key guests from the United States Government include, The President, Vice President, Secretaries of State, Commerce, Health & Human Services, Energy, Agriculture, DOD, Transportation, Homeland Security, SBA, MBDA, OSDBU representatives, Acquisition & Mentor Protégé experts to name a few. We also expect key ministers and industry leaders from India and other countries to participate.
The convention will feature several forums, including networking breakfasts, lunches, keynote addresses, and convention sessions for the convention delegates to learn and discuss key aspects of trade and commerce between India and US in multiple areas.
When
Wednesday - Friday
MARCH 29-31, 2023
Where
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
1300
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004
Donations
If you’d like to mail your registration fee or donation, please address it to:
8229 Boone Blvd Suite 325 Vienna, VA 22182
Attention:
Dr. Shankar Rachakonda,
IAICC National Vice Chairman
Key
Highlights
The convention will feature several forums, including networking breakfasts, lunches, keynote addresses, and convention sessions, for the convention delegates to learn and discuss key aspects of trade and commerce between India and the US in multiple areas. Proposed convention sessions include:
India has assumed Presidency of G20 from 1st December 2022 for a year till 30th November 2023. India’s G20 Theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” – “One Earth One Family One Future One Soul”. G-20 represents 85% of the global GDP, 75% of world trade, and two-thirds of the world population. Discussions will focus on leveraging India’s G-20 leadership to promote global economic partnerships that benefit governments, businesses, and people at large.
Global Collaboration opportunities in various industry sectors including Technology, Food Security, Energy Security, Higher Education, Bio Diversity and opportunities that result from such partnerships
This special event for small businesses will include meetings with representatives from several US government agencies including SBA, US Departments of Treasury, Health and Human Services, and many others. It will also feature opportunities to partner with large companies that are doing business with the U.S. government.
Celebrate the contribution of Indian Americans to the US and global economy. Discuss challenges faced by Indian-American business community in areas such as access to opportunities, capital, and strategic advice.
This session will feature key presentations on how to structure and operate startup businesses, especially while conducting transactions across the border between the US and other countries. It will also cover issues related to regulatory aspects that should be taken into account while pursuing opportunities in High Tech and Defense. The session will feature a keynote address and discussion with a highly respected legal firm on structuring startups.
- Congressional Reception
- Small Business and Technology Networking Breakfasts
- Lunches to discuss Women’s Empowerment and Charity & Giving
- Gala Reception & Banquet
The proceedings of the convention will be included in the Souvenir that will be published to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the chamber.
schedule
details
Registration
IAICC’s Small & Minority Business Focus
Opening Remarks
The Federal Procurement Development Center
Women and Minority Business Partnerships
Break
Plenary Session
Opening Ceremonies
Prayer for World Peace
Lamp Lighting
National Anthems
Welcome Remarks - 30 Years of IAICC
Session Keynote Address
Session Keynote Address
Souvenir Release
Lunch
Session 1: Promoting Global Economic Partnerships
Topic: India has assumed Presidency of G20 from 1st December 2022 for a year till 30th November 2023. India’s G20 Theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” - “One Earth One Family One Future One Soul”. G-20 represents 85% of the global GDP, 75% of world trade, and two-thirds of the world population. Discussions will focus on leveraging India’s G-20 leadership to promote global economic partnerships that benefit governments, businesses, and people at large.
Panel Discussion - Economic Progress through Global Partnerships
Congressional Reception
Co-Hosted by Leading Members of US Senate and Congress. Hart Senate Office Building, Room # 902
Networking Breakfast
Introduction to the Session
Session 1: Global Collaborations
Topic: U.S. and India play a pivotal role in promoting global collaborations during these challenging times through multi-lateral economic partnerships. Discussions will focus on strengthening a budding strategic relationship between India and the U.S. and the global collaboration opportunities that result from such partnership in various industry sectors including Defense, Technology, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Transportation, Food/Energy Security, Higher Education, and Bio-diversity.
US-India Defense Collaboration
US-India Collaboration - Direction of Economic and Commercial Ties
Break
Foreign Direct Investment in New York City Through Global Collaborations
Emerging Opportunities in Infrastructure, Renewables, and ESG - Panel Discussion
Lunch Keynote: Women Empowerment
Session 2: Small Business Success
Topic: Opportunities to do business in US / India with Governments / Private Organizations (Healthcare, Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Agriculture, IT & Telecom, Retail, Finance)
Procurement Panel
Microsoft's Approach to Partnering with Small Businesses in Advanced Technologies
Break
RTI International - Working with Small Businesses Across the World
HHS Focus on Small Business Utilization
Treasury Focus on Small Business Utilization
Chamber Reception + Entrepreneurial Showcase
Networking Breakfast
Session 1: Celebrating the Successes of Indian Americans
Topic: We’ll celebrate the contribution of Indian Americans to the US and global economy. We will also discuss challenges faced by Indian-American business community in areas such as access to opportunities, capital, and strategic advice.
Recognition of Indian American Success and Doing Business in Florida
Success in Private Enterprise
Break
Panel Discussion: Taking Your Business To A Successful Exit - What Does It Take?
Success in Public Enterprise
Lunch Keynote: Philonthrophy & Social Service
Session 2: Cross-Border Entrepreneurship
Topic: Issues and obligations that individuals and businesses should bear in mind while conducting transactions across the border between India and the US. It will cover issues and tax matters related to banking, insurance, and cross-border asset and business ownership.
Keynote: Indian Economy - Primed for Entrepreneurship
US Innovation Indian Scale; Emerging Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Break
Your Start Up - Getting it Right Structurally
Start Up Success - Do's and Don'ts
Social Entrepreneurship - Helping the Under Privileged
Gala Banquet
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775 12th Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
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