Who Can Attend?
This Invite-only session is crafted for:
- MSME Manufacturers & Service Providers
- Technology & Innovation Startups
- Decision-makers leveraging global IT and innovation strategies
About Us
The ISF Thought Leadership Series is a prestigious platform created by the India SME Forum to connect Indian enterprises with some of the world's most renowned experts and thought leaders. Through exclusive, thought-provoking dialogues, we explore critical themes shaping the future of business, covering cutting-edge topics such as innovation, technology, sustainable growth, exports, and global competitiveness.
Each session is an opportunity for business leaders and entrepreneurs to gain actionable insights and strategies directly from global visionaries, helping enterprises scale, adapt, and lead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
About the Program
India SME Forum, in collaboration with the US Consulate General, Mumbai, proudly presents an exclusive, high-impact interactive session – The Role of Innovation and Digitization in Transforming Manufacturing with global thought leader, Mr. Stephen Ezell.
This session explores cutting-edge trends in IT, semiconductors, biotechnology, and technology clusters. Learn actionable strategies inspired by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 to scale your operations and stay competitive.
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The program is organised by the US Consulate General, Mumbai, in association with the India SME Forum.
Mr. Stephen Ezell
Vice President of Global Innovation Policy, ITIF (Washington, D.C.)
Based in Washington, D.C., Stephen Ezell is a leading authority on global innovation policy, technology and trade. His influential research and advocacy have shaped policies like the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, bolstering U.S. competitiveness. Ezell’s expertise spans semiconductors, biotechnology, AI, robotics, digital & smart manufacturing and technology clusters. He drives impactful discussions on trade policies, including the IT Agreement (ITA-3), addressing critical supply chain challenges. With experience in India’s emerging tech sector through the U.S.-India Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) & the Global Trade and Innovation Policy Alliance summit, Ezell is well-positioned to advance the U.S.-India TRUST initiative. His work informs global strategies for innovation ecosystems, economic competitiveness and strategic competition with nations like China.
Why Attend?
- Unfiltered Access to one of the world’s most respected voices on innovation & digitization
- Actionable Insights on global tech trends to scale your manufacturing business
- Exclusive opportunity to explore how Indian MSMEs can lead in tech-driven competitiveness