Indiaspora Annual Forum 2023

Theme: The Indian Diaspora’s Positive Impact on Society

We are delighted to announce this year’s Indiaspora’s Annual Forum being held in Austin, TX from October 13th - 15th, 2023.

The Forum is a three day event being curated by Indiaspora, and will be held at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort in Austin, Texas. This exclusive forum, with a dedicated spotlight on Indiaspora members, will hone in on relationship building between the members whilst celebrating the success stories and addressing the challenges of the diaspora. With a stellar line up of speakers such as Representative Thanedar, Sunil Wadhwani, Maya Ajmera, Moira Shourie, Suresh Krishna, Rajul Kadakia, and Megha Desai this year’s forum promises to be a memorable experience for our guests. 

For a more comprehensive agenda than below, please click here.

Day One: Friday, October 13th, 2023

Time	Event	Location
4:30 - 5:30 PM	Event Registration	Lobby
6:30 - 7:30 PM	Cocktail Reception	Pecan Court
7:30 - 9:00 PM	Dinner & Networking	Pecan Court
9:00 - 10:00 PM	Singing Session	Firepit

Day Two: Saturday, October 14th, 2023

Time	Event	Location
8:00 - 9:00 AM	Breakfast	LBJ
9:00 - 10:20 AM	Morning Plenary Session: The Power of Purpose: Elevating Success to Impact	LB
10:20 - 11:50 AM	Coffee Break + India v/s Pakistan Cricket Match Viewing	LBJ
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Breakout Session 1 - AI Gold Rush: Investing in Innovation and Entrepreneurship	Austin A
	Breakout Session 2 - Indiaspora Talks : Inspiring Leaders Share Their Stories	Baron's E
	Breakout Session 3 - Collective Careers: Beyond the Cubicles of Convention	Baron's G
1:00 - 2:30 PM	Lunch	Pecan Court
2:30 - 4:00 PM	Afternoon Plenary Session: Philanthropy and Social Impact	LBJ
4:00 - 4:15 PM	Coffee Break	Foyer
4:15 - 5:15 PM	Breakout Session 1 - Cultivating the Philanthropic Muscle	Baron's E
	Breakout Session 2 - Together for Change: A Panel on Inclusive Allyship	Baron's G
	Breakout Session 3 - Future Shock: AI's Social Impact Unleashed	Austin
5:30 - 6:30 PM	Fun Bonding Activity (Iron Chef & Amazing Race)	Iron Chef: Barons' ABC
6:30 - 7:45 PM	Cocktail Reception	Riversong Lawn
7:45 - 9:00 PM	Grand Dinner with Food Trucks and Live Band	Riversong Lawn
9:00 - 10:00 PM	Dessert and Drinks	Riversong Lawn

Day Three: Sunday, October 15th, 2023

Time	Event	Location
8:30 - 9:30 AM	Breakfast	Pecan Court
9:30 - 10:55 AM	Plenary Session: Politics & Policy	Baron's D
10:55 - 11:15 AM	Coffee Break	Foyer
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	Breakout Session 1 - Persuasion or Polarization: The Impact of Debate on Changing Minds	Baron's D
	Breakout Session 2 - How India’s Digital Diplomacy is a Better Model	Baron's E
12:15 - 1:30 PM	Closing Lunch	Pecan Court
1:00 PM	Buses Depart To Austin Airport	Hotel Lobby