Summit 2026 coming soon...
Summit 2026 coming soon...
Defying Gravity
Join us for the 2026 Neythri Leadership Summit
October 9-10, 2026 | Palo Alto, CA
Evening Gala
The Neythri Gala & Awards is a celebratory, high-energy evening that brings together the vibrant Neythri community and their guests from across the country to connect, celebrate, and set the tone for the Leadership Summit weekend. With great food, drinks, meaningful conversations, a curated marketplace showcasing small women-led businesses, and Culture in Motion – our high-fashion showcase featuring architectural Indian designers as an ode to our heritage – the Gala is a joyful expression of style, confidence, and community. Members will have the chance to take the ramp, showcase their unique presence, and celebrate the spirit of sisterhood that defines Neythri. The evening also features the Neythri Leadership Awards, honoring women who have forged paths of resilience, leadership, and community impact, making it a night of recognition, connection, and unforgettable energy.
Venue: The Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club, 3000 Alexis Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Friday, October 9, 2026, 6.00 PM PST
ALL-DAY SUMMIT
The Neythri Leadership Summit is a powerful gathering of South Asian professional women, centered on rising beyond expectations, challenging invisible barriers, and redefining what leadership looks like. Through a full day of inspiring programming, the Summit features transformative keynote speakers, candid executive panels, meaningful workshops, and curated networking with some of the most dynamic South Asian women leaders and allies across industries. Rooted in authentic storytelling, personal branding, and actionable career insights, this is where ideas spark, relationships deepen, and attendees leave inspired to own their power and continue defying gravity in every room they enter.
Venue: The Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club, 3000 Alexis Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
SUMMIT AGENDA
Here is a sneak peek into what you can expect:
Opening Keynote
BY
Revathi Advaithi
CEO @ Flex
AI for Human Flourishing
navigating the ethics and potential of emerging technology
From Pitch Decks to Portfolios
the VC gamut for founders and investors
Command Clarity and Charisma
mastering executive presence
Heritage as Your Superpower
embracing identity as a source of strength and leadership
Personal Branding in the Age of AI
building influence and visibility in a world where everyone can be a creator
Closing Keynote
Dr. Maya Shankar
Cognitive Scientist and Author of The Other Side of Change
And Beyond the Stage
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Curated opportunities for meaningful 1:1 and 1:many networking with senior leaders, founders, and allies
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Restorative yoga and guided meditation sessions designed to create space for reflection, balance, and renewal
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A closing Happy Hour to unwind, celebrate, and continue the conversations in a more relaxed setting
SPEAKERS
& more coming soon
SPONSORS
& more coming soon
“This is a community that I never knew I was missing until I found it!”
ACCOMMODATIONS
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See parking information in FAQ section
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We are in the process of negotiating discounted hotel rates from nearby hotels. We will update this information soon. Stay tuned
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Any additional event-day logistics - TBD
FAQs
CONTACT
Please reach out to summit@neythri.org with any questions