PIBAR 2024
PIBAR 2024
The Pan India Booth Alumni Retreat (PIBAR) is an annual event organised by the Chicago Booth Alumni Club of India, designed for a weekend of networking, learning, and socialising among alumni. The 2024 PIBAR will take place from December 6th – 8th at Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa, a luxurious seaside destination renowned for its serene ambiance and stunning views. This event is significant as it provides a unique platform for alumni to forge valuable professional connections, gain insights from workshops and panel discussions on industry trends and business strategies, and participate in social activities that strengthen community bonds within the Chicago Booth network in India. The 2024 retreat promises to combine the tranquil environment of Taj Fisherman’s Cove with a robust agenda of enriching experiences.
Live / act / experience sustainability at PIBAR 2024!
It’s NOT just talking heads gyan!
A unique experience unlike any other reunion / conference…
Details about the venue
Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa is a stunning resort located along the scenic East Coast Road in Chennai. The resort is in close proximity to notable attractions such as the UNESCO World Heritage site Mahabalipuram, the vibrant Covelong Beach, and the Crocodile Bank. Guests can also enjoy the nearby Dakshinachitra cultural museum, showcasing South Indian heritage and crafts.
Agenda
* To be updated
2.00 pm onwards
Registrations
Welcome drinks mixer
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Welcome address and event overview
5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Back to school by Sanjog Mishra*
6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
7:30 pm - 7:45 pm
7:45 pm - 8:15 pm
U of Chicago address by Leni (UofC India Center’s work on sustainability & more) *
8:30 pm onwards
Live band *
Dinner, drinks and networking
7:00 am - 8:00 am
8:00 am - 9:30 am
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
2:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Travel back to the hotel & Siesta time
2:00 pm - 4:15 pm
options by Nikita Desai
4:30 pm - 5.30 pm
Geopolitics and India’s role and impact * In conversation with T. S. Tirumurti
(Former Ambassador / Permanent Representative of India to the UN)
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- A presentation with deep insights, song and dance by Krishna Mckenzie , a pioneer in natural farming and permaculture. Discover his journey to Auroville, where he founded Solitude Farm and transformed 50 acres into a vibrant food forest. Krishna will delve into the secrets of sustainable agriculture, share insights on local foods, and enchant us with his songs, reflecting a life deeply connected with nature. https://krishnamckenzie.com/
7:30 pm onwards
6:00 am - 7:00 am
7:00 am - 8:00 am
tour by Zai Whitaker, co-founder
8:30 am - 9:30 am
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
9:30 am - 10:30 am
alumni and external experts.*
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Closing keynote – Sridhar Vembu founder of Zoho*
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ace filmmaker ManiRatnam in conversation with actor and entrepreneur Arvind Swamy
12:30 pm -1:00 pm
(Prachi Windlass, Kavitha Rajaram)
1:00 pm onwards
Lunch and bidding poitte varen, poyyi vasthaamu, au revoir, hasta la vista
PIBAR 2024 Pricing Details:
Double occupancy ( sharing with another Boothie ) – ₹ 29500
No stay option – ₹ 20000
*Please note that Convenience Charges based on the mode of payment are extra.
Family Pricing: Pricing includes one additional non-Boothie participant.
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