As Connect 2010 progresses, the delegates are having new things to learn with every panel discussion, every speaker and every comment. The event, which ends with an awards function this evening, is already a grand success.
On the first day, after a grand inauguration with various eminent speakers, there was a High Octane Keynote Panel discussion on Smart Sourcing. This was followed by the Global Partner Session – Taiwan International Brands Forum. The session threw new light on various possible collaborations between India and Taiwan. Post lunch, the parallel tracks began.
The different issues discussed included how Chennai can become the world leader in automotives, how technology is imperative for manufacturing excellence, Healthcare challenges and leveraging ICT for better reach of health services, Security issues and use of technology for the same and why, even Digital Entertainment and Animation! After a long day of ideas, interactions and innovations, all the delegates unwound at the Entertainment Night at Fisherman’s Cove.
The second day is progressing equally, if not more enthusiastically, than the first. Mr. Oscar Braganza, Executive Director, Marg Properties, will soon begin his talk on sustainable cities and integrated townships, in one of the panel discussions today.
Here are some photos of Marg Swarnabhoomi at Connect 2010 (we are one of the event sponsors):
Display at Venue - Marg Swarnabhoomi is one of the sponsors
We extremely glad to announce that Mr. Oscar Braganza, Executive Director, MARG Properties will be speaking at the Connect 2010 Conference, organized by CII. Marg Swarnabhoomi is also one of the sponsors of this esteemed conference.
Connect 2010 is happening on 8th and 9th September 2010, at the Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai. Aimed at boosting the development of the ICT sector in the state, the tenth edition of CII Connect boasts of many eminent speakers including CEOs and Directors of many premier corporates. Some of the other speakers included Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan, MD & CEO, Infosys, Mr. S Mahalingam, ED & CFO, TCS Limited, Ms. Preetha Reddy, MD, Apollo Hospitals and Mr. Rajiv Menon, Director and Cinematographer.
A graduate in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kanpur, Mr. Oscar Braganza brings with him a rich experience of 35 years. During his career he has held various senior positions and key responsibilities at Philips India, Usha International, MRF Funskool, etc. His last assignment was as Managing Director and CEO of CEAT Sri Lanka. Currently, Mr. Oscar is responsible for Real Estate – Residential & Commercial, at MARG Properties.
Mr. Braganza will be addressing the conference on the feasibility of creating sustainable cities, high efficiency green buildings, integrated transit systems and integrated townships.
Mr. Oscar Braganza at CII Connect
For instant updates on Mr. Braganza’s talk and other panel discussions, read the live blog of Connect 2010 – www.connect2010.in/blog
Journey to 10 10 10 10 10 .The Lights Out Campaign also aims at cutting down carbon footprint by individuals and organisations by 10% before 10th October 2010 and continue further reduction after that date. The ExNoRa Magic Book will serve as an evidence of one’s contribution to save Earth, how one has reduced consumption of gas, electricity, fuel and water.
The Three Fundamental Duties to save the Planet
Think Globally
Act Locally
Do Domestically
Think Globally
The first duty is to be part of ExNoRa’s facilitation to “Think Globally”. Yes a great option for every citizen of each Nation to enroll themselves directly as Primary Member of ExNoRa International, the parent body via its website and become a proud member of ExNoRa International.
The membership fee is a nominal Rs 500/- or US$ 15/- per annum. The payment can be made through the Payment Gate Account via www.exnora.org The membership will also facilitate the important duty of THINKING for Environment and to “Think Globally” to save the planet. The member will become part of the Global Thinkers’ Movement. They can contribute to ExNoRa Idea Bank, Write Blogs and be part of the Discussion Forums
Act Locally
The second important duty for responsible inhabitants of the Planet is to “Act Locally” in their street / residential colony collectively with fellow-residents. That is facilitated by each and every one of the residents in each and every one of the families in the street / residential colony becoming members of their own RWA ExNoRa Club. It is not just membership, but every one should come forward to take up a noble ROLE in their own club for the welfare of themselves, their children, the fellow residents and the Nation. OPTION:- You can yourself start your street’s RWA ExNoRa Club. If you don’t have time, find ONE who has time and who will initiate. Remember that “ONE” is already there. You have to only find that ONE person. If already there is a Residents Welfare Association in your street / residential colony, you can convert it as RWA ExNoRa Club on account of several benefits
Do Domestically
This is something basic and fundamental. The earth saving activity is practised by each inhabitant of our Planet in his/her home via his /her Home ExNoRa. All the members of family including the servants will be members of their Home ExNoRa and will do as many things as possible as recommended in www.homeexnora.org for fighting Climate Change in their Home
Pledge By Mr. GRK Reddy : Pledge to cut down my electricity consumption by switching off my lights for 10 minutes on 10/10/2010.
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