AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT | 11th MAY 2026 | BNI Ahmedabad Symposium 2026, the flagship annual event of BNI Ahmedabad, concluded on Saturday after two days of networking, discussions and interactions that brought together entrepreneurs, professionals and business leaders.
Centred around the theme ‘Upward, Forward and Beyond’, the symposium attracted more than 10,000 business leaders and entrepreneurs from over 50 industries, making it one of the largest such events in the region. Organised by BNI Ahmedabad, the event featured structured networking sessions, expert-led discussions, business interactions and the Sicilian Expo with over 150 stalls.
One of the key highlights of this year’s symposium was the introduction of AI-powered networking tools designed to help participants identify relevant business connections and engage in more focused interactions. The event also featured Industry Power Dates and pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings aimed at facilitating direct business conversations and partnership opportunities.
Speaking on the conclusion of the event, Yash Vasant, Chairman and Executive Director of BNI Ahmedabad, said, “The response to Symposium 2026 has been phenomenal. When more than 10,000 business minds come together under one roof, ideas naturally turn into opportunities. Over the last two days, people have not just exchanged visiting cards, they have built relationships, explored partnerships and opened doors to new business possibilities. That energy and networking is what BNI Ahmedabad stands for.”
“BNI Ahmedabad came into existence 13 years back and has transformed the city’s business landscape in these years, while facilitating business worth Rs. 13,400 crore. Our aim has always been to create a platform where the right people meet and growth happens and we are proud to be a part of the BNI community,” Vasant added.
The second day of the symposium featured keynote sessions by investment banker, business educator and bestselling author CA Sarthak Ahuja, along with discussions on entrepreneurship, leadership and evolving business trends. Author and speaker Jay Vasavada also delivered a masterclass on business, mindset and success.
Another major attraction of the day was a discussion between iHub CEO Hiranmay Mahanta and CricHeroes Founder Kuntal Shah on “Idea to Investment: The Entrepreneur’s Roadmap”, followed by the closing ceremony and awards presentation.
The opening day featured business sessions and panel discussions involving Sharvil Shridhar of A. Shridhar Group, Prahlad Patel of PSP Projects and architect Hiren Patel, while former IPS officer Ajay Tomar delivered a talk on ‘Modern Management Lessons from the Bhagavad Gita’. The evening also included a performance by comedian Manan Desai and the team of Lavaari.
With over 3,000 members, BNI Ahmedabad continues to connect businesses through referrals and relationship-driven networking. The symposium was presented by A. Shridhar and powered by Shyam Group.
