Dear Esteemed Participants,
On behalf of the Organising Committee of NATCON 2024, it is with immense
pleasure that we extend a warm welcome to you all!
NATCON 2024, the 40th National HR Conference organised by the Mangaluru
Chapter of the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM). It is set to take
place on the 27th and 28th of September 2024, at the TMA Pai International
Convention Centre, Mangaluru. This year, we are thrilled to bring together industry
leaders, HR/ IR/ L&D practitioners, legal practitioners, academicians, and students
from across the nation to engage in stimulating discussions, exchange innovative
ideas, and explore the latest trends shaping the field of Human Resource
Management.
With an exciting keynote address and a lineup of prominent speakers for the panel
discussions besides networking opportunities, NATCON 2024 promises to be an
enriching experience for all participants. This conference provides opportunities for
business promotion through sponsorship, exhibition of products/ services, and
souvenir advertisement.
Our theme for this year, "India@2047: Human Capital for a Developed India" reflects our commitment to addressing the evolving challenges and
opportunities in the dynamic landscape of HR.
As we embark on this journey together, we invite you to join us in fostering
collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development. Let us harness the
collective wisdom of our community to drive positive change and create a future-
ready workforce towards a developed nation.
We look forward to welcoming you to NATCON 2024 and creating memorable
moments that inspire, empower, and propel us towards excellence in HR practices.
See you in Mangaluru!
With regards,
Organising team
On behalf of the organizing committee, I welcome all of you to experience the
warmth of Mangaluru, the vibrant "Gateway to Karnataka". This year's NIPM
National HR Conference, holds immense significance as we, the architects of
India's human capital, come together to chart a course towards a developed
nation by 2047.
We all recognise that human capital is the cornerstone of any developed
nation. India boasts a young’s population with over 26.5 crore students in
schools, 4.3 crore young people pursuing higher education and 1 crore +
graduating yearly now. While this is a powerful asset, the challenge lies in
harnessing it effectively. Adding to this is the fact that we are in the midst of the
Digital Revolution sweeping the world, with AI and Quantum computing
accelerating change. India is the 3rd largest Digital power globally and leading
this change in many areas.
This conference is a clarion call to the HR fraternity. We must go beyond
educating and skilling our youth; we need to equip them with the agility,
innovation, and global mindset to thrive in the digital revolution. It needs a
paradigm shift in the education system to prepare graduates who are not just
job-ready but future-ready.
This also demands a transformative change of HR practices to fosters a culture
of lifelong learning, creating and sustaining a curious mindset and technical skills
within organizations, one that embraces continuous up skilling, and reskilling of
the workforce leveraging technology to manage continuing high velocity
change.. Attracting, retaining, skilling and motivating top talent will be
paramount.
In this journey, we HR professionals must leverage the use of technological tools
such as AI to identify skills gaps, personalize learning pathways, and build future proof talent pipelines. Additionally, we must champion a work environment that
promotes well-being and innovation, which ignites the entrepreneurial spirit of
our youth.
This conference will be catalyst to build networks that forges new collaborations,
a hallway to exchange ideas that sparks collective aspirations. It also presents a
unique opportunity for us to collaborate, share best practices, and create a
roadmap for building a highly skilled, globally competitive workforce. Let us
discuss cutting-edge strategies, explore innovative learning and development
models, and delve into the ethical considerations of a technology-driven future.
Imagine, India of 2047: a nation powered by a vibrant, skilled workforce, a
leader of the digital revolution, where every young person can achieve their
aspirations. Through this conference, let us be the catalyst to transform the full
potential of India's human capital into a crucible for innovation, growth and
development for all . Let us emerge with actionable strategies and a collective
commitment to shape a future where our workforce remains the center of
organizational success.
I look forward to a dynamic and productive conference. Welcome to
Mangaluru, and welcome to the journey of building a developed India!
Behalf of Organising Committee, NATCON 2024
T V Mohandas Pai,
Conference Chairman
Mangaluru is a vibrant Port City popularly known as the 'Gate way' of State of Karnataka. It is also referred as the 'cradle of Banking Industry' as five former/current major Banks viz., Syndicate Bank, Canara Bank, Corporation Bank, Vijaya Bank, and Karnataka Bank had their origin from Mangaluru. Further, in view of presence of large number of Professional/Educational Institutions in & around the city, it is also known as an 'Educational Hub', in this part of the country. Blessed with serene environment, several blue beaches, and adequate infrastructural facilities, the coastal districts viz., Dakshina Kannada & Udupi are well poised for tourism, industrial & overall development besides promotion of fisheries & agriculture.
Dr. TMA Pai International Convention Centre is a state-of-art convention centre situated in the heart of Mangalore city. There are three well- furnished, fully air-conditioned 'Conference Halls' to conduct of varied sessions, and an exhibition hall which can accommodate approximately 100 stalls of International Standards. "