Bridging Academia and Industry: GLOGIFT 24 at IIM Bodh Gaya
As students of IIM Bodh Gaya, we were thrilled to be part of the hosting committee of the GLOGIFT 24 conference from April 4th to 6th, 2024. This conference, organized in collaboration with the Global Institute of Flexible Systems Management (GIFT) society, brought together scholars, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs from across the globe to discuss the latest trends and innovations in management.
The planning for GLOGIFT 24 began months in advance, with our dedicated team of professors and students working tirelessly to curate a prestigious lineup of speakers and ensure every aspect of the event was meticulously executed. From coordinating the logistics to crafting a captivating branding and promotion strategy, from e-mailing to certificate designing, and from providing participant assistance to anchoring conference sessions, we left no stone unturned to ensure an engaging and enriching experience for all the attendees.
The three-day conference was a whirlwind of activities, and the standout moments for me included the “Start-up Session: My Entrepreneurial Journey,” where founders of successful startups shared their inspiring stories, and the “Industry Expert Session” on the future of artificial intelligence, which left the audience including myself, captivated. The parallel track presentations were a testament to the depth and breadth of research being conducted in the field of management, and the workshops on “Case Teaching and Writing”, “Paper Development”, and “Vipassana Meditation” empowered me and my fellow students to hone our academic and pedagogical skills as well as our spiritual growth.
As the conference came to an end, the valedictory session was a fitting culmination, with our Director, Prof. Vinita S. Sahay, and the convenors expressing their pride in the successful execution of GLOGIFT 24. Talk sessions featuring industry leaders like Mr. Damodar Mall (Board of Governors, IIM BG), Mr. Rituraj Sinha (Board of Governors, IIM BG), and Mr. Nidhin Kurian John were a source of immense inspiration for everyone. But the undisputed highlight for me was the captivating fireside chat with Professor Jagdish Sheth, the esteemed Padma Bhushan awardee. His profound insights and engaging anecdotes left a lasting impression on the entire audience.
Looking back, I am filled with a profound sense of pride and gratitude, not only for the opportunity to host such a prestigious event with lots of learning, but also for the unwavering support and dedication of our faculty, staff, and especially my friends, who showcased their commitment to their roles as event organizers, through every ordeal. Such events not only provide a platform for the exchange of ideas and the cultivation of academic excellence but also allow us to think beyond the confines of the classroom and engage with the real-world challenges of event management altogether. I am proud to have played a role in this remarkable journey at IIM Bodh Gaya, and I am confident that the institute will continue to inspire and empower generations of future leaders with such events.
Author:D Shiv Supratik Reddy
About the Author: Student of IPM02
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