2024 VIC Summit & Honors Ceremony Gala
The 2024 IEEE Vision, Innovation, and Challenges Summit (IEEE VIC Summit) & Honors Ceremony will be held on…
Friday, 3 May 2024
at the
Encore Boston Harbor
in Boston, Massachusetts, USA
The countdown to the VIC Summit is on!
On 3 May be sure to watch the livestream of the
IEEE VIC Summit starting at 9AM EDT
and the Honors Ceremony starting at 6:30 AM EDT.
Don't miss the special appearance of Spot®!
Developed by Boston Dynamics, this agile mobile robot is set to captivate and inspire attendees with its incredible capabilities, and being at the VIC Summit gives you a front row seat to witness this technological marvel firsthand during the Summit. Check out the 3 PM Networking and Exhibit Session for a unique opportunity to witness the capabilities of state-of-the-art technology up close!
2024 IEEE Medal and Recognition Recipients
Robert E. Kahn, the 2024 IEEE Medal of Honor Recipient is being recognized “for pioneering technical and leadership contributions in packet communication technologies and foundations of the Internet.” Kahn will receive his award at the upcoming IEEE Honors Ceremony on 3 May.
Check out all the 2024 IEEE Medal and Recognitions Recipients who will honored at the 2024 IEEE Honors Ceremony.
Welcome Reception, sponsored and hosted by Akamai Technologies
Join us on 2 May for the Welcome Reception, sponsored and hosted by Akamai Technologies, at 5PM. This event is included with registration for the 2024 IEEE VIC Summit, however, space is limited. At this time registration is closed for this event but you can still join the waitlist (during the registration process).
Registered already for the Welcome Reception and you are not planning on taking the complimentary shuttle? Click the button below for parking instructions at Akamai Technologies’ headquarters.
2024 IEEE VIC Summit Speakers
Continue to check back for speaker updates.
Program Speakers
Master of Ceremonies
Panel | Evolution and Future of Networking Technologies
Panel | Navigating the Future: Implications and Opportunities of the CHIPS Act
Fireside Chat with Robert E. Kahn, 2024 IEEE Medal of Honor Recipient
Panel | Innovation and Collaboration in Leading Technology Laboratories
Panel | AI and Society: Building a Future with Responsible Innovation
Fireside Chat | Quantum Computing: Unveiling the Future of Computation
Dessert Reception Co-Sponsors and Speakers
Welcome Reception | Speakers
Welcome Reception Panel | "Evening of Innovation"
Sponsors/Partners
Thank you to all of our 2024 Event Sponsors and Partners that made the 2024 VIC Summit possible.
Community Collaborators
IEEE VIC Summit Program/Agenda
The IEEE VIC Summit will be held on Friday, 3 May 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Check out the current line-up and topics on our agenda. (NOTE: Schedule is subject to change)
When & Where
The 2024 IEEE VIC Summit and Honors Ceremony will take place on Friday, 3 May 2024 at the Encore Boston Harbor. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Encore Boston Harbor for the 2024 IEEE VIC Summit and Honors Ceremony Gala. The room block is now closed.
Pricing
Join Knowledge Alliance!
Knowledge Alliance is our mentor-mentee program that takes place in-person at the IEEE VIC Summit between career professionals and undergraduate students. It pairs individuals together based on their professional interests and helps them establish a mentoring relationship for guidance in multiple areas including career, education, leadership, and volunteering. Participation in the program is open to all attendees who register to attend the event however registration for this program closes on Friday, 12 April. Be sure to register today to participate!
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The Agenda
The agenda has world-class presenters deep dive into the most crucial areas of technology today.
Networking
There is a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from some of the technology “Giants” in the world. Young professionals and students can learn from experts and meet mentors at the event.
Get Inspired
Be empowered and revive your passion in your field of interest.
Be a Part of the Conversation
There’s power being connected to other people who are active in your line of work.
Why
There is no other event like the IEEE VIC Summit and Honors Ceremony where you’ll get the chance to hear and learn from those in the major technology sectors.
Why
There is no other event like that 2021 IEEE VIC Summit and Honors Ceremony where you’ll get the chance to hear and learn from the Giants in technology.