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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
US-India forum to honour Quad business leaders
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Second Lady of the United States Usha Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will address a leadership summit hosted by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum next week where three pioneering business leaders from the QUAD nations will be honoured for their US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) will host the eighth edition of its Leadership Summit on June 2 in Washington, D.C, where Lutnick will deliver the keynote address, sharing "his insights on strengthening the US-India strategic and economic partnership to achieve" the goal set by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for $500 billion in bilateral the first Indian-American in the role of Second Lady, will speak at a fireside said Vance's presence symbolises the deepening partnership between the world's oldest and largest democracies, and highlights the robust strength of the people-to-people will also present the 2025 Global Leadership Awards to IBM Chairman Arvind Krishna, Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla and Hitachi Executive Chairman Toshiaki Higashihara "for their outstanding contributions in strengthening the US-India-Japan economic partnership."This is the first time that business leaders from the QUAD grouping of Australia, India, Japan and the US will be honoured at the USISPF said that IBM, led by Krishna, has accelerated global digital transformation through advancing cutting-edge research in AI, cloud, quantum computing, and blockchain, with India playing a pivotal role in its global R&D and talent Birla's leadership, the Aditya Birla Group is the largest Indian greenfield investor in the United States, with investments exceeding $15 under the leadership of Higashihara, continues to expand its investments in infrastructure, mobility, and digital innovation, closely aligning with key US-India -Japan-India collaboration in energy, transportation, and summit will also feature conversations with Ambassador of India to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Co-Chair, Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans Senator Steve Daines and Representative Rich McCormick and USISPF Board members."USISPF was founded with the single goal of uniting the two most powerful and robust democracies," John Chambers, Chairman, USISPF; Founder & CEO, JC2 Ventures, President and CEO Mukesh Aghi said the organisation is proud to welcome Lutnick, Vance and recognise exemplary business leaders who have strengthened the US-India-Japan corridor."These three leading democracies -- together representing well over $35 trillion -- are united by a shared commitment to strengthening supply chains and upholding a rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific and beyond," Aghi added that with Japan's strength in advanced engineering manufacturing, India's robust economic growth, demographic dividend and engineering talent and the US innovation economy and capital, this trilateral partnership is uniquely positioned to drive progress across critical is an independent not-for-profit institution focused on strengthening the US-India partnership.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
US Secy of Commerce Lutnick to deliver keynote address at USISPF's Leadership Summit
Washington, DC [US], May 30 (ANI): US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Second Lady Usha Vance will attend the eighth edition of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit on Monday. Secretary Lutnick will share his insights on strengthening the U.S.-India strategic and economic partnership to achieve the goal set by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi for USD 500 billion in bilateral trade, according to a release. The Summit will also feature the Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, in a fireside chat. As the first Indian American in the role of Second Lady, Ms. Vance's presence symbolizes the deepening partnership between the world's oldest and largest democracies and highlights the robust strength of the people-to-people ties. USISPF will also present the 2025 Global Leadership Awards to three distinguished business leaders - Mr. Arvind Krishna, Chairman, President and CEO, IBM, Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Aditya Birla Group and Toshiaki Higashihara, Executive Chairman, Hitachi, Ltd. for their outstanding contributions in strengthening the US-India-Japan economic partnership, the release added. Under Birla's leadership, the Aditya Birla Group is the largest Indian greenfield investor in the United States, with investments exceeding $15 billion. IBM, led by Arvind Krishna, has accelerated global digital transformation through advancing cutting-edge research in AI, cloud, quantum computing, and blockchain, with India playing a pivotal role in its global R&D and talent ecosystem. Hitachi, under the leadership of Toshiaki Higashihara, continues to expand its investments in infrastructure, mobility, and digital innovation, closely aligning with key U.S.-India-Japan collaboration in energy, transportation, and technology. This will be the first time that QUAD business leaders will be honoured at the USISPF summit, the release added. The summit will also feature conversations with Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Ambassador of India to the United States, Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) and Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA-07), Co-Chair, Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, and USISPF Board members. 'USISPF was founded with the single goal of uniting the two most powerful and robust democracies.' said John Chambers, Chairman, USISPF; Founder & CEO, JC2 Ventures. He added 'USISPF's strength and reach reflect with the growth, dynamism and optimism inherent in the U.S.-India strategic partnership'. 'As the most prestigious summit in the U.S.-India corridor, the Leadership Summit brings together key policy and decision makers and private sector leaders to discuss their vision and way forward for bilateral partnership'. 'We are proud to welcome Secretary Lutnick, Second Lady Usha Vance and recognise exemplary business leaders who have strengthened the U.S.-India-Japan corridor,' said Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President & CEO, USISPF. 'These three leading democracies--together representing well over $35 trillion--are united by a shared commitment to strengthening supply chains and upholding a rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. With Japan's strength in advanced engineering manufacturing, India's robust economic growth, demographic dividend and engineering talent and the U.S. innovation economy and capital, this trilateral partnership is uniquely positioned to drive progress across critical sectors. This summit celebrates that shared vision and momentum.' The USISPF Leadership Summit is the most prestigious gathering in Washington, DC focused on accentuating US-India ties and convening senior government leaders and officials, diplomats, Members of the U.S. Congress and Senate, USISPF Board members, leading business executives, media, think tanks, and global thought leaders, all working to advance cooperation and celebrate this important partnership, the release added. (ANI)
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Second Lady Usha Vance to Address USISPF Leadership Summit 2025
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick to Deliver Keynote Address at the USISPF's Leadership Summit 2025 in Washington, D.C. Second Lady Usha Vance to Participate in a Fireside Chat at the Summit USISPF To Honor Arvind Krishna of IBM, Kumar Mangalam Birla of Aditya Birla Group and Toshiaki Higashihara of Hitachi with the Global Leadership Award Washington, D.C. , May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) will host the eighth edition of its Leadership Summit on Monday, June 2, 2025, in Washington, at the USISPF Leadership Summit 2025 include Howard Lutnick, Usha Vance, Arvind Krishna, Kumar Mangalam Birla, Toshiaki Higashihara, Ambassador Vinay Kwatra, Senator Steve Daines, Representative Rich McCormick, and John are honored to announce US Secretary of Commerce Mr. Howard Lutnick as the Keynote Speaker at the summit. Secretary Lutnick will share his insights on strengthening the U.S.-India strategic and economic partnership to achieve the goal set by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi for $500 billion in bilateral trade. The Summit will also feature the Second Lady of the United States, Ms. Usha Vance in a fireside chat. As the first Indian American in the role of Second Lady, Ms. Vance's presence symbolizes the deepening partnership between the world's oldest and largest democracies, and highlights the robust strength of the people-to-people ties. USISPF will also present the 2025 Global Leadership Awards to three distinguished business leaders – Mr. Arvind Krishna, Chairman, President and CEO, IBM, Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Aditya Birla Group and Mr. Toshiaki Higashihara, Executive Chairman, Hitachi, Ltd. for their outstanding contributions in strengthening the US-India-Japan economic partnership. Under Mr. Birla's leadership, the Aditya Birla Group is the largest Indian greenfield investor in the United States, with investments exceeding $15 billion. IBM, led by Mr. Arvind Krishna,has accelerated global digital transformation through advancing cutting-edge research in AI, cloud, quantum computing, and blockchain, with India playing a pivotal role in its global R&D and talent ecosystem. Hitachi, under the leadership of Toshiaki Higashihara, continues to expand its investments in infrastructure, mobility, and digital innovation, closely aligning with key U.S.-India -Japan-India collaboration in energy, transportation, and technology. This will be the first time that QUAD business leaders will be honored at the USISPF summit. The summit will also feature conversations with Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Ambassador of India to the United States, Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) and Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA-07), Co-Chair, Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, and USISPF Board members. 'USISPF was founded with the single goal of uniting the two most powerful and robustdemocracies.' said John Chambers, Chairman, USISPF; Founder & CEO, JC2 Ventures. He addedUSISPF's strength and reach reflect with the growth, dynamism and optimism inherent in the U.S.-India strategic partnership'. 'As the most prestigious summit in the U.S.-India corridor, the Leadership Summit brings together key policy and decision makers and private sector leaders to discuss their vision and way forward for bilateral partnership'. 'We are proud to welcome Secretary Lutnick, Second Lady Usha Vance and recognize exemplary business leaders who have strengthened the U.S.-India-Japan corridor.' said Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President & CEO, USISPF. 'These three leading democracies—together representing well over $35 trillion—are united by a shared commitment to strengthening supply chains and upholding a rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. With Japan's strength in advanced engineering manufacturing, India's robust economic growth, demographic dividend and engineering talent and the U.S. innovation economy and capital, this trilateral partnership is uniquely positioned to drive progress across critical sectors. This summit celebrates that shared vision and momentum.' The USISPF Leadership Summit is the most prestigious gathering in Washington, DC focused on accentuating US-India ties and convening senior government leaders and officials, diplomats, Members of the U.S. Congress and Senate, USISPF Board members, leading business executives, media, think tanks, and global thought leaders, all working to advance cooperation and celebrate this important USISPF The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) is committed to creating the most powerful partnership between the United States and India. As the only independent not-for-profit institution dedicated to strengthening the U.S.-India partnership in Washington, D.C., and in New Delhi, USISPF is the trusted partner for businesses, non-profit organizations, the diaspora, and the governments of India and the United States. 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Associated Press
10-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Jack P. Williams, Senior Vice President, ExxonMobil, Joins the USISPF Board of Directors
Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - February 10, 2025) - The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) is delighted to welcome Mr. Jack P. Williams, Senior Vice President, ExxonMobil, to the Board of Directors. Jack P. Williams, Senior Vice President, ExxonMobil, Joins the USISPF Board of Directors Jack has held the position of Senior Vice President of Exxon Mobil Corporation since 2014. Before being elected to Senior Vice President, he previously served as the Executive Vice President of ExxonMobil Production Company. A veteran leader in the energy sector, Jack was President of XTO Energy Inc. from 2010 to 2013, which ExxonMobil acquired in 2010. Jack has held several positions in the company across various divisions, including Vice President responsible for Asia projects in ExxonMobil Development Company, and Vice President of Engineering for ExxonMobil Production Company, and served as an Upstream Advisor for Exxon Mobil Corporation. Welcoming Jack to the USISPF Board, " the relationship between the United States and India continues to witness increased synergy in the energy sector,' said Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO of USISPF. " The U.S.-India energy partnership has strengthened to become a cornerstone of bilateral trade. As the most populous nation with over 1.4 billion people, the conversation about promoting India's energy security is of utmost importance as the country marches on its path toward a $5 trillion economy.' 'As India expands its energy mix to meet rising demand, American firms in the oil, gas, petrochemicals and decarbonization space, including ExxonMobil, will play a crucial role in supplying resources, technology, investment, sustainability and innovation. ExxonMobil with its expertise in LNG, carbon capture and storage, and other low-carbon solutions, is well-positioned to participate in India's energy transition while strengthening commercial ties.' 'In Jack, we have an industry veteran with expertise in understanding how the U.S.-India energy partnership will strengthen India's energy security and enhance the commercial relationship. Key drivers of this relationship include policy collaboration, joint R&D, and deepening private-sector engagement to enhance energy access and climate resilience.' USISPF Chairman John Chambers congratulated Jack and said: 'The USISPF Board of Directors continues to grow with a diverse group of leaders across a broad mix of industries, reflecting how comprehensive the U.S.-India partnership is today. As a well- respected leader at ExxonMobil and in the energy sector, Jack's addition to the Board is the latest example of how USISPF is expanding to meet the needs of tomorrow. His insights will be invaluable to our group of public sector leaders, showcasing how the private sector can help solve pressing issues in energy and sustainability, as well as how both democracies can continue to be a collective force for good.' Jack spoke about his appointment to the Board and thanked both the USISPF Chairman and CEO, stating: 'I'm honored to serve on the USISPF Board of Directors and support the organization's mission to create a strong partnership between the United States and India. I look forward to bringing perspectives on the global energy sector, as well as the technology-driven solutions the industry is developing, which can be applied not only to India, but also from India to the world.' For media inquiries and further information, please contact: The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum's (USISPF) mission is to build, enable, advocate, and facilitate partnerships between the United States and India by providing a platform for all stakeholders to come together in new ways that will create meaningful opportunities with the power to change the lives of citizens in both countries. Press Inquiries USISPF Ankit Jain 2244607900 2550 M St NW Washington, DC 20037, USA
Associated Press
29-01-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
USISPF Appoints Google's Chief Technologist Prabhakar Raghavan to Board of Directors
Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - January 28, 2025) - The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) proudly announces the appointment of Prabhakar Raghavan, Chief Technologist at Google, to its Board of Directors. As the first board member named in 2025, Raghavan joins an elite roster of industry leaders shaping USISPF's mission to advance collaboration between the United States and India in critical technology and innovation sectors. Prabhakar Raghavan Chief Technologist at Google LLC Prabhakar is one of the foremost authorities on Search and is the co-author of two widely used graduate texts on algorithms and search. He has over two decades of research spanning algorithms, web search, and databases, has published over 100 papers in various fields, and holds 20 issued patents, including several on link analysis for web search. Welcoming Prabhakar to the USISPF Board, Dr. Mukesh Aghi, USISPF President and CEO said: 'The relationship between the United States and India is at a pivotal stage where synergy in fields of the initiative for Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) and subsequently with the India-U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X), are driving the relationship forward and touch heavily on the role of critical tech in AI in both the private sector and next-generation defense technology. In Prabhakar, we have a tech leader who can help with India's digital transformation as Google's ongoing investments in India's digital infrastructure, including the launch of cloud regions in Mumbai and Delhi, demonstrate Google's commitment to the country's digital growth. The critical aspect over the next decade will be to leverage the digital trade economy to enhance the commercial partnership between the United States and India. Prabhakar's vision and insight will be key to this mission.' USISPF Chairman John Chambers congratulated Prabhakar and said: 'Having spent the majority of my career in Silicon Valley, I understand the pivotal role of tech companies in countries' overall growth and innovation, especially as we go through this next-generation tech transition with AI. As Prime Minister Modi shared during his 2023 state visit, AI is not just artificial intelligence, but America and India - and the opportunity that comes from our two countries leading this transition together. As such, the addition of Prabhakar to the USISPF Board of Directors is a strategic and exciting step in furthering our joint position in the global AI race. I look forward to seeing how his Board presence will bolster USISPF's efforts to increase AI collaboration between governments and businesses.' Prabhakar joined Google in 2012 and prior to his role as the company's Chief Technologist, was most recently the SVP for Knowledge & Information (K&I) responsible for Google's Search, Ads, Commerce, Geo, Assistant & Gemini products. Prabhakar Raghavan expressed gratitude about his appointment and said: 'I'm incredibly honored to join the USISPF Board of Directors and contribute to its mission of strengthening the US-India relationship. India is remarkably positioned in the global technology landscape, not just as a nation of over a billion people, but also as the birthplace of population-scale digital platforms such as UPI, which have benefited its citizens and moved the tech discourse forward. Google is deeply invested in India's digital future, powered by the opportunities of AI, and I'm eager to work alongside fellow board members to further advance this vital partnership.' Prior to leading Google K&I, Prabhakar led the Ads & Commerce teams and also served as the vice President of Workspace in Google Cloud. Before joining Google, Prabhakar founded and led Yahoo! Labs. He also served as CTO at Verity and was at IBM Research for 14 years. For media inquiries and further information, please contact: Ankit Jain [email protected] Akshobh Giridharadas [email protected] About USISPF The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum's (USISPF) mission is to build, enable, advocate, and facilitate partnerships between the United States and India by providing a platform for all stakeholders to come together in new ways that will create meaningful opportunities with the power to change the lives of citizens in both countries. Press Inquiries USISPF Ankit Jain 2244607900 2550 M St NW Washington, DC 20037, USA
