IEEE GrowForward Columbia Member Collab and Senior Member Elevation Event
GrowForward – Member and Senior Member Event Description
Member Collab and Senior Member Elevation Event
Join us for an inspiring and interactive Member Collab and Senior Member Elevation Event! This dynamic event focuses on strengthening member engagement through a member-driven experience that blends innovation, collaboration, and community impact. It is designed to celebrate leadership, foster mentorship, and inspire all levels of IEEE professionals.
The day will feature an engaging keynote speaker who will discuss the latest AI advancements. As an OpenAI Codex Ambassador, the speaker will offer $50 in Codex credits per attendee for up to 50 people. This event will provide insight and inspiration, along with dedicated networking opportunities that encourage connection, idea-sharing, and future collaboration.
The event will also include discussions on Senior Member elevation, outlining the benefits, requirements, and pathways for advancement, as well as information on Region 3 volunteer opportunities for those looking to deepen their engagement and impact within IEEE.
This event is open to IEEE Members and Senior Members, as well as Life Members, Young Professionals, and Graduate Students who are eager to learn, connect, and grow within the engineering community.
Whether you're looking to expand your impact, connect with like-minded professionals, or contribute to forward-thinking solutions, this event offers the perfect platform to connect and engage.
- Date: 07 Nov 2026
- Time: 06:00 PM EST to 09:00 PM EST
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- 1621 Main Street
- Columbia, South Carolina
- United States 29201
- Building: The Grand
- Starts 27 September 2026 04:00 PM UTC
- Ends 05 November 2026 05:00 AM UTC
- 6 in-person spaces left!
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Mr. Sairohith Thummarakoti of IEEE Senior Member and OpenAI Codex Ambassador
Agentic AI for Healthcare
The day will feature an engaging keynote by Mr. Sairohith Thummarakoti, IEEE Senior Member and OpenAI Codex Ambassador, who will discuss the latest advancements in Agentic AI for Healthcare.
All attendees will receive $50 in Codex credits.
The event will offer valuable insights and inspiration, along with dedicated networking opportunities that encourage meaningful connections, idea-sharing, and future collaboration.
Agenda
6:00pm - Check in
6:30pm - Speaker
7:00pm - Senior Member Elevation Discussion
7:30pm - Networking Activity
9:00pm - Adjourn