The Global NICMARians Alumni Meet and Construction Leadership Conclave 5.0, held at the Hilton Dubai, Business Bay, successfully concluded, bringing together over 200 industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from the construction and real estate sectors. Organized by the Alumni Growth Network Initiative (AGNI), the official UAE chapter of NICMAR (National Institute of Construction Management and Research), the event marked one of the largest alumni-driven industry gatherings in the region.
The conclave commenced with opening remarks from Balkrishan Singh, managing director and founding partner of RBS Architectural Design Consultancy, and Raghvendra Singh Bisen, vice-president (development) at Sobha UAE and Qatar Projects. Both emphasized AGNI’s mission to foster a collaborative ecosystem for alumni leadership, professional growth, and industry partnerships. Distinguished academic leaders from NICMAR University, Pune, including Dr. Tapash Kumar Ganguli, director general (in-charge), and Dr. Sushma Kulkarni, vice chancellor, also addressed the attendees, highlighting NICMAR’s global impact and the role of alumni in shaping infrastructure and project management excellence.
The one-day event featured leadership sessions and panel discussions on various topics, including project management, AI and digital transformation, entrepreneurship, global HR trends, women’s leadership, and coastal infrastructure development. The “NICMARians Firechat: Chasing the Dream” session showcased alumni who have achieved significant milestones in international markets, offering insights into global best practices and innovation in construction management.
Senior alumni and volunteers were recognized for their contributions to the NICMAR community and their efforts in mentoring emerging professionals. The conclave resulted in new collaborations, mentoring clusters, and cross-border partnerships among NICMAR alumni, reinforcing stronger links between academia and industry to develop future-ready leadership.
“This conclave represents a collective force of leaders who believe in contributing, connecting, and creating value beyond boundaries,” said Balkrishan Singh. Raghvendra Singh Bisen added, “NICMARians are not just professionals; we are visionaries shaping the future. Together, we are building an ecosystem of opportunity.”