Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi is slated to deliver the keynote address at ITServe Alliance’s Synergy 2024, the flagship annual conference set for October 29-30 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, the event organizers announced. The conference, known for its rich history of providing pivotal business insights and networking opportunities for the IT services and solutions sector, will host over 3,000 attendees this year.
Synergy 2024 will convene under the theme “Join, Collaborate, Accelerate,” emphasizing the event’s role in fostering strategic relationships and promoting innovation within the technology industry. Suresh Potluri, Director of Synergy 2024, highlighted the importance of the conference in connecting industry leaders and developing solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the IT sector.
“[With] an esteemed panel of keynote speakers, industry experts, and thought leaders, who will share their insights and best practices on a diverse range of topics, Synergy 2024 will focus on developing strategic relationships with our partner organizations, sponsors, and supporters, to work for a better technology environment by building greater understanding,” said Potluri.
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Nooyi, who led PepsiCo through a transformative era, will share her extensive experience in driving growth and innovation at one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies. The Indian American executive, credited with redefining PepsiCo by focusing on healthier alternatives and sustainable practices, grew the company’s revenues by 80 percent during her tenure. Her keynote is expected to provide valuable insights into strategic leadership and market adaptation.
The conference will feature a series of panel discussions critical to IT entrepreneurs, covering topics such as immigration, mergers and acquisitions, financial strategies, and startup incubation. These sessions aim to equip IT business leaders with knowledge and strategies to thrive in a competitive market.
Jagadeesh Mosali, National President of ITServe Alliance, said the annual gathering is more than a conference. “ITServe Alliance’s Synergy 2024 will offer to its over 3,000 participants from across the nation, innovative strategies, unique insights, and proven tactics for success, exclusively for IT service companies and individuals,” he said. “Synergy will focus on developing strategic relationships with our partner organizations, sponsors, and supporters to work for a better technology environment by building greater understanding.”
“Synergy 2024 is a unique venue for the collision of brilliance, a networking supernova, and a tech safari all rolled into one,” said Amar Varada, ITServe’s Governing Board Chair.
Anju Vallabhaneni, President-Elect of ITServe, also emphasized the conference’s role in facilitating direct engagement with key policymakers and thought leaders, allowing participants to exchange ideas that could shape the future of IT services.
The event will also offer breakout sessions where attendees can engage with business leaders and investors in ‘startup cubes’ to pitch their innovative ideas. The interactive format is designed to transform promising concepts into tangible business ventures, reflecting Synergy’s commitment to practical outcomes and real-world applicability.
Muralidhar Bandlapalli, Secretary of ITServe, reiterated the organization’s dedication to addressing the dynamic needs of IT businesses through such impactful gatherings. Sateesh Nagilla, Treasurer of ITServe, noted the conference’s evolution from its humble beginnings in Dallas to a major industry event in Las Vegas, highlighting its continuous growth in scale and influence.
As Synergy 2024 approaches, ITServe Alliance invites IT professionals across the nation to join in Las Vegas for a chance to network, learn, and be inspired. With a lineup of esteemed speakers and a comprehensive agenda tailored to the contemporary IT landscape, the conference promises to be a pivotal event for professionals looking to navigate the complexities of the tech industry.
For more information on Synergy 2024 and to register, visit ITServe’s official website, www.itserve.org.