The Network of South Asian Professionals of Boston (NetSAP Boston) (www.netsapboston.org) is a chapter of the NetIP America. Our mission is to serve as the unequivocal voice for the South Asian diaspora in Boston by developing and engaging a cohesive network of professionals to benefit the community. The backbone of the NetSAP community consists of not only professionals, but also leaders in business, politics, and civic life. We interact closely with the industry leaders and other South Asian organizations in furtherance of our goals. We will continue to interact closely with many of the acquaintances we make through our experiences within the NetSAP Boston organization. NetSAP Boston believes that our members are undeniably our greatest resource. We strive ardently to work with everyone in our local communities to provide a single platform for progressive professionals to target the many opportunities and challenges that come our way. The NetSAP Boston board members are comprised of very talented and passionate professionals pulled from various educational and professional background from engineers, doctors, advisory consultants to law students.

The NetSAP Boston had a great start to the year with the Bollywood and Hollywood Themed Party being a major success and we are pleased with our collaboration with Baal Dan which supports cost for children's food, clothes, staff, electricity and water bills, and school fees in India.  Throughout the year, the NetSAP Boston Board has planned and executed many events (non-exhaustive list):

-    Ladies brunches
-    Dinner Circles
-    Cocktails and Conversations
-    Opportunities in Life Science Industry Panel Discussion with Drs. Brian and Sunita Pereira
-    Fun Trips to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket
-    Talk on nanotechnology with one of India’s leading nanotechnology expert
-    Organic farming
-    Annual summer picnic

In addition, we collaborated with many organizations such as TiE Boston, Lokvani, Akshaya Patra Foundation, Baal Dan, American India Forum, IndusForum, MIT, Harvard, etc.

We closed this year with a big bang. The NetSAP Boston hosted a Diwali Gala at the Taj Boston. This was a sold-out event with over 100 plus Gala attendees. We were honored to have been supporting the Akshaya Patra Foundation to help raise over $1,000 in proceeds. These proceeds will provide 20,500 hot nutritious meals to school children. These meals will act as incentive for these children to continue to go to school where they will have access to life-changing educational opportunities. Dr. Desh Deshpande, President and Chairman of Sparta Group LLC, delivered the Gala key note address and provided the gala attendees valuable insights on career development. In addition, the 2014 board election was concluded with announcement of the 2014 NetSAP Boston Board Members.

What’s ahead for NetSAP Boston?
Our key strategic priorities will remain bringing professional development events as well as charitable contributions.  The NetSAP Boston board will be planning another exciting year for our professionals. A sneak peek of these events* includes:

-    Professional Development: Business Case Study Competition, Women in Leadership Forum, Effective Communication, The MBA Tour
-    Political Awareness**: Visit to the State House, Meet and Great Local State Reps, Learn About Healthcare Reform
-    Social: Cocktails and Conversations, Dinner Circle & Wine and Cheese Night, Summer Annual Picnic, Winter Ski Trip and Snowmobiling, Organic Farming, Summertime to Explore the Islands
-    Cultural: MFA Tour, Holiday Concerts at Boston Symphony Orchestra, Book Clubs, Charity Run

NetSAP Boston has expanded as an organization throughout the course of 2013, both in terms of the number of members we have and in terms of the opportunities that we can provide them with. It has partnered successfully with a number of other South Asian organizations in the city and looks forward to partnering with many more, such as Lokvani, in the coming year. As NetSAP Boston continues to provide professional development seminars and talks, give back to the Greater Boston community, and provide opportunities for our members to expand their professional network during fun activities or evenings in the city, we look forward to interacting with the South Asian professional diaspora in Boston and nurturing our community.

* The events listed above are not finalized and are subject to change
** NetIP/NetSAP Boston is a nonpolitical and nonpartisan organization. NetIP/NetSAP events are intended solely for informational purposes and do not represent, support or endorse a political party or candidate for office. NetIP/NetSAP Boston does not participate in issue advocacy on behalf of its board or members.

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