ObserveNow is set to host the 6th Education Leaders Conclave & Awards (ELCA) co-presented by Acer, Powered By Salesforce, and Co-Powered by Samsung on 25-26 April 2024 at The LaLit in Chandigarh. The leading connoisseurs of higher education from the northern region of the nation will converge to grace this prestigious summit and discuss the ways to reinvent education.

Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Department of Education, Government of Uttarakhand will grace this edition as Chief Guest.

“Acer has continuously upheld its position as a leader in the education sector. Our commitment to transforming traditional classrooms into dynamic, interactive learning environments has redefined the educational landscape. By integrating cutting-edge technology like interactive flat panels, we have not only facilitated online learning initiatives but also attracted private institutions seeking to elevate their teaching methodologies. Through our involvement in the “Make in India” initiative, we have been instrumental in advancing educational technology and customizing solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Acer has collaborated with schools and colleges for the accessibility of educational resources and helped teachers impart knowledge in a better and smarter way while allowing students to expand their learning horizons. Acer’s dedication to product development ensures that our offerings exceed market expectations, solidifying our role as a trusted partner in enhancing the overall learning experience”, said, Priya Krishnamurthy, Director – Commercial Sales overseeing enterprise, government, banking, SME, and education markets, Acer and expressed her enthusiasm to be part of ObserveNow Presents 6th Education Conclave & Awards as prestigious partner and esteemed guest.

Jeet Sharma, Co-Founder, ObserveNow said, “ ELCA has consistently been instrumental in ObserveNow’s success journey and Hosting esteemed educators from India has been a privilege, offering invaluable opportunities for collaboration, networking, and exploring the latest innovations from participating edtech companies. With ELCA, our objective is to elevate the growth trajectory of higher education in India, a goal we have achieved in previous editions held across major cities in the country and will continuously strive to do so with our upcoming editions.”

Taniya Tikoo, Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief, ObserveNow expressed her gratitude for being the host of 6th ELCA and said, “Education changes Mirrors into windows, and ELCA is one such prominent platform which not only empower and provide speakers a platform to discuss the recent happenings in the education sector but also provide emerging edtechs, a chance to collaborate with eminent higher education leaders under one roof. Grateful for 5+ editions, many more to come in future which will create a unique pathway for the Indian higher education system to evolve and accelerate.”

Also, prominent decision makers from Government of Punjab, National Skill Development Corporation, AICTE will be joining the summit. Alongside, leading HEIs – ICFAI Group, Lovely Professional University, Shoolini University, Chitkara University, UPES, Dehradun,Chandigarh University, Sri Sai University, Dev Bhoomi Uttara Khand University and many other leading HEIs from northern India.

Prof (Dr.) R S Bawa, Pro-Chancellor, Chandigarh University said, “I feel highly excited to be a part of ObserveNow Present 6th Education Leaders Conclave & Awards. I am looking forward to meeting all the esteemed educators from Northern India and keen to learn from their ideologies and practices.”

Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, Chandigarh, expressed her excitement about joining the conclave and said, “ I am most thrilled to be part of the most significant event for higher education in the Northern region by ObserveNow. This platform will not only be a melting pot for ideas and strategies but a great transformatory change for the Indian education system.”

With a major focus on “Reinventing Education: Transforming the Learning Experience”, the two days conclave will explore the various pressing and trending topics. Some of the leading education solution providers will also be gracing the summit with their valuable presence including Acer, Salesforce, ICFAI University, D2L, masai, Courseera for campus, Learning Spiral, Meritto, CodeTantra, MasterSoft, Cantilever, ecophon, incubez, Talisma Jeevika, CanPR, Sri Sai University, Desh Bhagat University, Chandigarh Group of Colleges,  and few others.

Expressing his enthusiasm and excitement for the 6th edition of ELCA, Prateek Shukla, Co-founder and CEO, Masai said, “The Indian education system is going through a massive transformation, and we are proud to be at the forefront of this. Masai School’s outcome-driven approach is bridging India’s skill gap by focusing on skills that are relevant for the industry. Our flagship program, MasaiONE, our pay-after- placement programme, has helped over 4500 learners from diverse backgrounds launch a successful tech career. To strengthen our industry-academia foothold, we have partnered with leading institutions like IIT Guwahati, IIT Mandi, and IIT Ropar to offer credit-based micro-credential courses. At the ObserveNow presents 6th  Education Leaders Conclave & Awards, we aim to meet leaders, exchange ideas, and forge collaborations to transform tech education in India”.

“As an outcome-driven institute, Masai invests in every learner’s journey. Our mission is to make quality tech education accessible to all. With MasaiONE, individuals from all walks of life have not only launched successful careers but have also highlighted the importance of an industry-relevant curriculum to bridge India’s skill gap. Our collaborations with IIT Guwahati, IIT Mandi, and IIT Ropar will create leaders of tomorrow and create a generational impact that will transcend generations. We look forward to meeting leaders at the ObserveNow presents 6th  Education Leaders Conclave & Awards to learn and grow together”, said Yogesh Bhat, Co-founder and SVP, Masai on being a prestigious partner and esteemed guest for ELCA.

Education Leadership Conclave & Awards(ELCA) is a flagship event by ObserNow Media – education that converged some of the prominent education figures in its 5+ editions. The conclave serves as a significant platform for pressing educational challenges, latest trends and happenings, alongside an exclusive chance to network with industry peers. In its previous editions, ELCA has not just ventured into various cities of India — Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Jaipur and Mumbai but also reached Dubai with its 5th edition. ObserveNow presents ELCA has not only gathered prominent leaders in various cities of India  but also carved a transformatory way by discussing the latest practices, current trends and at the same time addressing the ongoing challenges in the higher education ecosystem.

The two days at 6th ELCA will provide a platform to evoke intriguing discussions that will carve paths for fresh strategies, innovative learning practices and mitigating the challenges in the education landscape. 6th ELCA will not only be a premium gathering of higher education leaders but also some of the leading edtechs and education solution providers which will make this place a hub for exchanging knowledge alongside exploring the latest discoveries of innovative solutions in education.

We will continue our endeavour to transform the higher education landscape with our next edition – 7th Education Leaders Conclave & Awards in  Hyderabad. Save the dates and see us there on 18-19th July 2024!