Hitesh – Mehta

Hitesh Mehta

Candidate for IEEE R11 Director elect/ Delegate elect 2026-27

Hitesh Mehta

BIOGRAPHY: Hitesh Mehta is founder director of Aahan (Inc) Pte Ltd, Singapore, CEO of Eagle Photonics Pvt Ltd and Fiber Optika Technologies pvt Ltd, companies he co-founded in year 2002 and 2007 respectively. He is also serving as Business head at Fiber optic sensing solutions Pvt Ltd, a startup founded by TVS group recently. He is alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology -IIT Delhi and has 29 years of experience in field of Photonics, Fiber optics networking and sensors. He has served in Government and Private sectors before starting his own venture. He has filed 12 domestic and international patents for optoelectronics products and trained more than 5000 working professionals across 20 countries on technology through his corporate training programs. He is recipient of Graham bell award for Innovation, DST-Lockheed Martin Gold Medal for innovation and Economic Times-Power of Ideas award for best business ideas.

Vision For Action

Implementing a “One person one position” approach to open doors for more volunteers to contribute effectively.
Doubling our membership to unlock untapped opportunities and strengthen our community.
Ensuring all OUs operate with strong hand-holding support for compliance and financial independence within the IEEE framework, while consistently upholding fair, transparent, and high ethical standards in governance across every OU.
Encouraging industry participation in IEEE at par with academia in Bridging the Gap.
Developing dynamic career portals for students and professionals, offering opportunities for growth, Targeted events for YP and WIE Community.
Ensuring accessible and efficient delivery of IEEE educational programs in the region.
Introducing a dedicated TV Channel, History Team for IEEE R11 to enhance communication and engagement.
New platform to provide access to mentors and venture capital firms for member entrepreneurs.
Offering development and training programs for continuous education of working professionals.
Implementation of a 30-day resolution mechanism for dispute resolution at any IEEE OU to maintain operational continuity.
Ensuring Recognition of On-Ground and Silent Workers
Work to establish IEEE as a prominent voice in policy matters in Region 11.
Making R11 a ground for Ideation and New Initiatives

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Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Empowering our community, amplifying our impact, and driving technological advancement across Region 11

By, Hitesh Mehta

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Service Tiers Overview

Tailored offerings to enhance your membership experience, educational growth, and career
advancement opportunities .

Basic Membership

Access to essential resources and
community networking.

Premium Education

Comprehensive programs for professional development and skill enhancement.

Career Portal

Tailored job opportunities and mentorship for career seekers.

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Catalyzing Growth and Impact Across Region 11

My strategic roadmap for 2024-2025 is designed to foster a more inclusive, dynamic, and influential IEEE Region 11.

Empowering Volunteers

Implementing a “One Person, One Position” approach to
broaden participation and maximize individual
contributions.

Doubling Membership

Unlocking untapped opportunities and strengthening
our community by significantly expanding our member
base.

Membership Growth Target

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One Person Approach

No. 1 Position

Support for OUs

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Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Bridging the Academia-Industry Gap

Industry Collaboration

Encouraging greater industry participation in IEEE activities, fostering a balanced ecosystem alongside academic contributions.

Real-World Impact

Creating platforms where theoretical knowledge meets practical application, driving innovation and real-world
solutions.

Joint Initiatives

Launching collaborative projects and events that bring together academic researchers and industry professionals.

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Empowering Career Growth and Development

I propose to build robust pathways for the professional advancement of our members.

Dynamic Career Portals

Developing comprehensive platforms offering tailored
opportunities for students and seasoned professionals.

Targeted Community Events

Organizing specialized events for Young Professionals (YP) and
Women in Engineering (WIE) communities to foster networking
and skill development.

Mentorship and Venture Capital Access

Introducing a new platform to connect member entrepreneurs
with experienced mentors and venture capital firms.

CONTINUING Education

Offering extensive development and training programs for the
continuing education of working professionals, keeping them
at the forefront of their fields.

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Accessible Education & Communication

Efficient Educational Delivery

Ensuring accessible and efficient delivery of IEEE educational
programs throughout Region 11, leveraging digital platforms and
innovative teaching methods.

Dedicated Communication Channels

Introducing a dedicated IEEE R11 TV Channel and establishing a
History Team to enhance communication, engagement, and
preserve our legacy.

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Operational Excellence and Member Recognition

Ensuring all Organizational Units (OUs) operate with robust support for compliance and financial independence within the IEEE framework.

We are committed to consistently upholding fair, transparent, and high ethical standards in governance across every OU, fostering trust and accountability.

Strengthening Governance and Compliance

30-Day Resolution Mechanism

Implementing a swift dispute resolution process for any IEEE OU to maintain operational continuity and address issues promptly.

Recognizing Contributions

Ensuring due recognition for our on-ground and silent workers, whose dedication forms the backbone of our community’s success.

Cultivating a Culture of Appreciation

Fostering an environment where every volunteer’s effort is seen, valued, and celebrated, reinforcing our collaborative spirit.

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Amplifying Our Voice: Policy and Innovation

We are committed to establishing IEEE Region 11 as a leading voice in policy matters, shaping the technological landscape.

Furthermore, we aim to cultivate Region 11 as a vibrant ground for ideation and the incubation of new initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and progress

Key Initiatives for New IEEE Region 11

Key Takeaways

Inclusive Volunteerism

Opening more doors for participation and recognizing every contribution.

Robust Growth

Doubling our membership and strengthening our financial and ethical foundations.

Holistic Development

From career portals to educational programs, empowering members at every stage.

Strategic Influence

Becoming a prominent voice in policy and a hub for innovation.

IEEE ACTIVITIES

COMMITTEES/BOARDS:

Members’ benefit portfolio Advisory committee (MBPAC)- 2019; Educational Activities Board (EAB)- 2016, 2017; MGA-Geographic Unit operations support committee (GUOS)- 2022,2023

REGIONS:

IEEE Region 10, Adhoc committee on special focus on India 2013-14

SECTIONS/CHAPTERS:

IEEE Bangalore section (2001-2014):

Chairman (2012-14)
Vice Chair (2010-12)
Secretary (2008-10)
Treasurer (2007)
Professional Activities Chair/ Membership Development chair (2001-2008)
Newsletter editor (2008-12)

IEEE Bombay Section: (2018-2023)

Membership Development Chair(2018-2021)
Photoncis society chapter chair (2021-2022)

SOCIETY:

IEEE Photonics Society- India council chapter chair (2015-19)
Photonics society globalization committee (2020-23)

CONFERENCES:

Started yearly International conference IEEE CONECCT in year 2013 at IEEE Bangalore Section

OTHER:

IEEE India Council Newsletter Editor ( 2010-12)

PROFICIENCE:

Continuing education program run by IEEE Bangalore section with IISc – Served as co-ordinator on behalf of IEEE for 4 years (2008-12)

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

MEMBERSHIP :

Continuous Membership drive for IEEE Bangalore section resulted in increment of member count from 3000 to 9000 in five years as well as high member retention.
Taken initiative to bring A&A Panel meeting to India and Bangalore, instrumental in hosting two A&A panel meeting at Bangalore (2007, 2013) ,which were only occasions when A&A Panel meeting held at India. Attended third A&A Panel meeting at Mumbai in March 2016.
Special drives for membership elevation, during tenure as MDC and Chairman of IEEE Bangalore section, resulted in 400 new senior members in a decade, in which around 200 got elevation in tenure as Chairman (2012-13)
As Membership development chair of Bombay section, got 200+ members elevated to senior membership in 2019-2020.

MEMBERS’ BENEFIT:

Conceptualised Group Medical Insurance for all IEEE members in India, which was taken up further by IEEE India office and the same had been implemented from 2017

SECTION/ CHAPTER:

Formation of Mangalore sub-section under Bangalore section
Registration of IEEE Bangalore Section as society under state government act, for running IEEE activities and finance smoothly.
Getting Income tax exemption for section, so that section does not have to pay any government tax out of cash surplus.
300+ events organized by Bangalore section along with Chapter, societies and affinity groups in 2013 resulted in section getting Best Large Section Award by MGA as well as Region 10.
Started chapter co-ordination as a special focus at Bangalore section, resulting in an increased number of active chapters/ affinity groups at Bangalore from 8 to 25 in a couple of years.

TECHNICAL:

Arranged/ contributed in many (75+) IEEE technical events (seminar, conference, tutorial, workshop, INDICON. All India Student Congress and International conferences) for 12 years. Started a series of yearly IEEE international conference IEEE CONECCT at Bangalore from 2012

PROFESSIONAL:

Started a tradition of regular tutorials at Bangalore section on cutting edge technologies for industry professionals.
Increased IEEE- Industry interactions. Signed MoU with TiE, ISA, Swissnex, Contact Singapore, IPM and many other similar organization.