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NEXTGEN Project Management – Elevating our world through emerging technology

Join us for an exhilarating full-day conference hosted by the PMI Gujarat Chapter on the transformative theme,

NEXTGEN Project Management – Elevating our World through Emerging Technology.,”

This event promises to be a dynamic convergence of industry leaders, innovative thinkers, and passionate professionals, all eager to explore the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of project management. Engage in thought-provoking sessions, industry case studies, and insightful panel discussions that delve into the latest technological trends and their practical applications.

Network with like-minded peers, gain invaluable insights and discover how emerging technologies can elevate your projects and elevate our world to new heights. It will be at the nice green campus of Nirma University. Along with learning, we will have a networking lunch, fun activities, and goodies.

15+

Speakers

350+

Delegates

6+

Content Hours

Agenda

Start Time Duration Time Description
9:00 AM 60 Minutes 9 AM-10 AM Registration and Networking
10:00 AM 30 minutes 10 AM-10:30 AM Short Chapter Intro + Delegate Welcome + Event Announcements + Ceremonial Lighting + Spiritual Invocation
10:30 AM 30 minutes 10:30 AM-11 AM Opening remarks (Prerak Shah) + Insights from R11 MD Amit Goyal + Address by Nirma University
11:00 AM 15 minutes 11 AM-11:15 AM Address by Distinguished Chief Guest
11:15 AM 30 minutes 11:15 AM-11:45 PM Tea + Networking Break
11:45 AM 40 minutes 11:45 AM -12:30 PM Opening Keynote Session: Role of Technology in NextGen Project Management
12:30 PM 30 minutes 12:30 PM 01 PM Expert Lecture: Elevating Project Success using Cyber Security
1:00 PM 15 minutes 01 PM 01:15 PM Recognition Ceremony: Recognizing Star Volunteers, Newsletter Unveiling by MD PMI SA, and Honoring Contributions from Nirma, Generous Donors and Conference Volunteers
1:15 PM 60 minutes 1:15 PM-2:15 PM Networking Luncheon
2:15 PM 10 minutes + 5 minutes 02:15 PM-02:30 PM Case Study 1
2:30 PM 10 minutes + 5 minutes 02:30 PM 02:45 PM Case Study 2
2:45 PM 45 minutes 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM Panel Dialogue: Elevating Our World with Responsible AI​
3:30 PM 15 minutes 3:30 PM-3:45 PM About PMI AI, Student Club and other Initiatives
3:45 PM 15 minutes 3:45 PM – 4 PM Group Photo
4:00 PM 15 minutes 4 PM to 4:15 PM Networking Break with High Tea
4:15 PM 45 minutes 4:15 PM – 5 PM Panel Dialogue: Leveraging Technology for Project Success
5:00 PM 15 minutes 5 PM – 5:15 PM Quiz/Games/Yoga
5:15 PM 30 minutes 5:15 PM – 5:40 PM Expert Lecture: Enhancing Project Outcome with Generative AI
5:45 PM 10 minutes 5:45 PM-5:55 PM Expression of Gratitude – Mr. Sandip Karia

Note* – Agenda given above is tentative and subject to change

Speakers

Mr. Amit Goyal

Managing Director (S.Asia), Project Management Institute

Mr. Samir Yajnik

CEO & Executive Director, Electra EV

Air Commodore Mr. Rajendra Gaekwad

Partner, Idyllic Futuristic Technologies LLP

Mr. Visukumar Gopal

Vice President, STARK Corp Solutions

Mr. Brijendra Kumar

Partner and Lead, Digital Government, KPMG India

Mr. Abhishek Kotecha

Founder & CEO, Datavtar

Mr. Madhav Anadkat

Sr. Lead Innovation & Research, Gateway Group of Companies

Ms. Priti Vyas

Senior Consultant, Tata Consulting Services

Mr. Abhishek Sharma

Chapter Engagement Manager for PMI South Asia

MS. Hiral (Vyas) Dave

Founder & CEO, HVDSOFT Pvt. Ltd

Mr. Barinder Singh Sethi

VP & BUSINESS HEAD, VaaaN Infra

Mr. Brijesh Dave

Global Delivery Head – Chemicals, L&T Technology Services

Mr. Tarang Bhargava

AVP & CIO, Adani Petrochemicals

Mr. Prasanna Sampathkumar

Region Mentor, PMI South Asia

Mr. Pratik Machchar

CTO – SilverTouch Technologies Ltd

Mr. Aditya Kumar

Sr. AVP, Transformation Management COE, EXL Service

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Conference PMO

Mr. Sandip Karia
Conference Director
Vice President – Academics Affiliation
PMI Gujarat Chapter
Mr. Suketu Modi
Conference Co-Director
Vice President – Technology
PMI Gujarat Chapter
Mr. Mehul Patel
Conference Co-Director
Vice President – Marketing
PMI Gujarat Chapter
Mrs. Hiral (Vyas) Dave
Conference Co-Director
Vice President – Volunteer Development
PMI Gujarat Chapter

Venue

Nirma University, Sarkhej – Gandhinagar Hwy, Gota, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481, India