IPSF 2026 · Syro-Malabar Community

Syro Business Connect

Event structure & program overview

Event vision

Syro Business Connect is a curated networking experience designed to bring together entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders from different parishes and industries within our Syro-Malabar community.

The purpose of this event is to foster meaningful relationships, encourage collaboration, create mentorship opportunities, and strengthen a faith-driven professional network built on integrity, leadership, and community.

To maintain a high-quality networking environment, participation is intentionally limited to 75 selected attendees across various professional fields.

Why Attend?

  • Hear from accomplished business leaders and keynote speakers.
  • Learn practical strategies for leadership, business growth, and long-term success.
  • Gain insights into creating sustainable businesses and generational wealth.
  • Connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
  • Build relationships that lead to referrals, partnerships, mentorship, and new opportunities.
  • Become part of a growing business community committed to supporting one another.

Event details

  • DateSaturday, August 8, 2026
  • Time1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Entry feeENTRY FREE
  • Capacity75 curated participants

Industry representation

To ensure balanced networking opportunities and diverse professional engagement, participants will be selected from a variety of industries including:

  • Healthcare
  • Construction & real estate
  • Information technology
  • Finance & insurance
  • Retail & small business
  • Engineering & professional services
  • Manufacturing & logistics
  • Startups & young entrepreneurs
  • Miscellaneous professional fields

Event program

  1. 2:00 PM – 2:10 PM

    Business Leader Spotlight

    Giby Parackal
    Chairman & Managing Director, PSG Group of Companies

    Building Opportunities Through Leadership, Investment & Business Collaboration

    Hear the entrepreneurial journey of building diversified businesses through vision, innovation, strategic investment, and leadership while creating opportunities for future entrepreneurs and strengthening the business community.

  2. 2:10 PM – 2:40 PM

    Leadership & Business Excellence Panel

    A moderated discussion featuring accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries sharing practical experiences, leadership lessons, business challenges, and opportunities for growth.

    Topics include:

    • Leadership and entrepreneurship
    • Building sustainable businesses
    • Innovation and scaling for growth
    • Overcoming business challenges
    • Networking and collaboration
    • Creating long-term value and impact


    Audience Q&A will follow the discussion.

  3. 2:40 PM – 3:15 PM

    Structured networking session

    A guided networking experience designed to encourage meaningful interaction between attendees from diverse professional backgrounds and industries.

    Participants will have opportunities to:

    • Build professional relationships
    • Explore collaborations and strategic partnerships
    • Exchange ideas and business experiences
    • Discover investment and business opportunities
    • Expand their professional network
    • Connect with mentors and industry leaders
  4. 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM

    Closing remarks & future vision

    Closing reflections, appreciation of our speakers, partners, and attendees, along with the official introduction to the future vision of Syro Business Connect, including upcoming networking initiatives, regional chapter expansion across Texas, and opportunities to remain actively engaged within the community.

Event expectations

Syro Business Connect is designed to be a professional, intentional, and relationship-focused networking experience. Attendees are encouraged to:

  • Engage actively with fellow participants
  • Participate professionally throughout the event
  • Be respectful of others’ time and contributions
  • Build authentic long-term relationships
  • Contribute positively to the community atmosphere

Dress code

Business casual / professional attire recommended

Networking etiquette

To maintain a valuable and meaningful experience for all attendees, participants are encouraged to:

  • Be intentional about meeting new people
  • Listen actively and engage respectfully
  • Focus on genuine relationship-building
  • Avoid overly aggressive self-promotion
  • Foster collaboration and mutual value

Our goal

Syro Business Connect aims to create a strong and growing network of faith-driven professionals and entrepreneurs who can support, inspire, collaborate, and grow together within our community and beyond.