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12-14 November 2026
17th Global Summit of Tamil Entrepreneurs & Professionals
Unite. Collaborate. Grow.
The flagship annual gathering of the global Tamil community
About the Summit
17th Global Summit of Tamil Entrepreneurs & Professionals
The 17th Global Summit of Tamil Entrepreneurs & Professionals is the flagship annual gathering of the global Tamil community. Over three inspiring days, delegates from around the world will exchange ideas, explore opportunities, celebrate achievements, and build relationships that extend far beyond the summit.
Whether you are an entrepreneur, startup founder, corporate executive, investor, researcher, or young professional, the summit offers a unique platform to connect with people who share your vision for growth and impact.
Event Highlights
What to Expect
Strategic Directions
Gain insights and direction for sustainable business growth.
Global Trade Mission
Explore international markets, partnerships, and trade opportunities.
Business Matching Before the Summit
Build meaningful connections and identify potential partners before the event.
Inclusive & Dynamic
A diverse community bringing together aspiration, experience, and mentorship.
The summit will have 700+ global delegates, including 100+ business leaders, 200+ growth entrepreneurs, and 400+ SMEs & professionals, bringing a mix of aspiration and mentorship.
Agenda Direction
More Than a Summit
The Rise 17 Dubai is designed as a starting point for lasting trade, investment, and leadership relationships.
FTA & CEPA Deep Dives
Understand how India’s trade agreements can unlock market access, investment, and stronger value chains.
Tamil Millionaires International
Launch an exclusive global Tamil leadership circle for investment, diversification, and strategic alliances.
Keynotes & Coaching Clinics
Learn directly from accomplished leaders and build relationships that continue beyond the Summit.
Multiple Mini Summits
Explore sector-focused conversations hosted by The Rise’s professional and industry wings.
Curated Pitch Fest
A pre-curated platform for startups and businesses seeking funds to scale or enter new markets.
Ten Opportunities to Associate
Find practical ways to participate in trade missions, investment networks, sourcing, and ecosystem initiatives.
You may come looking for business connections. You will return home having become part of a Global Tamil Economic Ecosystem.
Trade Knowledge
FTA & CEPA Deep Dives
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) cut or remove taxes on goods traded between countries. Comprehensive Economic Partnerships (CEPAs) are deeper agreements involving mutual recognition of professional qualifications, dispute-resolution systems, shared standards, and intellectual property protection.
Both FTAs and CEPAs create market access, expand employment opportunities, facilitate foreign investment, and strengthen value chains.
The Rise 17 Dubai Summit will help delegates understand the wider FTA and CEPA landscape, with focused deep dives into the India–UAE and India–Oman agreements. Delegates will explore how to leverage these agreements for trade, investment, market entry, and cross-border growth.
Explore Trade Mission OpportunitiesIndia–UAE CEPA
Discover routes into the UAE and wider Middle East markets.
India–Oman Agreement
Explore opportunities for trade, investment, and regional expansion.
Market Access
Understand how agreements can reduce barriers and open new markets.
Investment & Value Chains
Build stronger cross-border partnerships and supply networks.
Close Circle Coaching Clinics
Keynotes & Coaching Clinics
Meet outstanding global leaders, learn from their experience, and build relationships that may grow into long-term mentorship.
Sridhar S. Iyengar
CFO for Real Estate & Infrastructure Investments, MUBADALA, UAE.
Dr. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan
Former Finance and IT Minister of Tamil Nadu; investment banker.
Mr. Cecil Sundar
Director of Data and AI at Microsoft, USA.
Tecton Mr. Lakshmanan
Co-Owner & MD, Tecton LLP; water infrastructure and construction.
Mr. Shahul Hameed
Chairman, AJ Steel; ERW and HFW carbon steel tubes and pipes.
Mr. Ganesh Radhakrishnan
Investor, technology entrepreneur, and global problem solver.
Mr. Abid Junaid
MD, Radiant Star Group UAE; trading, logistics, real estate, and services.
Mr. Mohamed Gani Mohamed Eliyas
Founder & CEO, Black Tulip Flowers LLP.
Mr. C. K. Kumaravel
Co-Founder, Naturals Salon India.
Mr. Sharif Khadeer Peer
MD, Siraj Holdings International; investor and serial entrepreneur.
Mr. Bala Swaminathan
Quantitative Analyst and Researcher, Renaissance Technologies, USA.
Mr. K. S. Kamalakannan
Chairman & MD, Naga Ltd.
MaFoi K. Pandiarajan
Co-Founder, MaFoi Consultants; former Education Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Sectoral Gatherings
Multiple Mini Summits
Sector-focused forums add depth, diversity, and new partnership pathways to the Summit.
Summit of Tamil Doctors International
Led by Dr. C. J. Vetrivel
Summit of Tamil Women International
Led by Mrs. Uma Pugalenthi
Summit of Tamil Bankers & Finance Professionals
Led by Mr. G. Manimaran
Summit of Tamil IT Entrepreneurs & Professionals
Led by Mr. Irai Mathiazhagan
Summit of Logistics & Allied Industries
Led by Dr. R. Rathinavel Rajan
Summit of Tamil HR Entrepreneurs & Professionals
Led by Dr. Sri Ramasamanickam
International Higher Education Alliance
Organised by The Rise GiveLife Secretariat
Event Schedule
Three Days, Two Delegate Experiences
Day 1 — November 12
Top Circle Opening & Close Circle Networking
Exclusive Top Circle welcome, opening keynote, private business introductions, and the special networking dinner.
Day 2 — November 13
Global Business & Innovation
Standard delegates join the Summit for keynotes, the exhibition, pre-arranged B2B meetings, FTA/CEPA deep dives, coaching clinics, and Pitch Fest.
Day 3 — November 14
Mini Summits & Global Ecosystem
Sectoral mini summits, trade mission conversations, investment and sourcing opportunities, legacy initiatives, and the closing celebration.
Event Details
Practical Information
Date
12-14 November 2026
Three full days of events
Venue
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel, Dubai
World-class facilities
Who Should Attend
Entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, academics, and changemakers
Ticket & Pricing
Registration Details
The Rise 17 Dubai Summit - Standard Pass
₹40,000 ₹35,000 + 18% GST
- 1-1 Networking opportunities
- Access to delegate's directory
- Guidance through trade mission office
- Limited opportunities to participate in Pitch Fest
- Lunch & Dinner for Two Days (Nov 13-14)
- Coffee & Snacks
- Summit Kit – Bags
- Notepad & Pen
- T-Shirt and Merchandise
- Participation in a month-long pre-event networking & promotion
* +18% GST will be applied extra.
The Rise 17 Dubai Summit - Top Circle
₹70,000 ₹60,000 + 18% GST
Special pre-efforts to match your business expectations with fellow Top Circle delegates and other top entrepreneurs attending the Summit.
- Focused trade mission exploration with select 12 countries: UAE, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, USA, Switzerland & United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, Australia, Oman
- Coaching Clinic with experts on FTA & CEPA, Franchises, IPDs
- Global sourcing avenues
- Venture and institutional funding advice
- Lunch & Dinner for Two Days (Nov 13-14)
- Special Networking Dinner on Nov 12
- Special Sessions for Top Circle
- Coffee & Snacks
- Summit Kit – Bags
- Notepad & Pen
- T-Shirt and Merchandise
- Participation in a month-long pre-event networking & promotion
- Networking with top-level entrepreneurs
* +18% GST will be applied extra.
Be Part of the Movement
Join thousands of delegates from around the world for three days of inspiration, collaboration, and opportunity.
Inside the Summit
Official Summit Brochure
Flip through the complete story of The Rise 17th Global Summit — agenda direction, distinguished speakers, ecosystem initiatives, and the Dubai experience.
The Rise 17th Summit
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