The IEEE Region 10 Professional Activities Committee (PAC) successfully hosted a Roundtable Discussion on “Building Sustainable Partnerships for Community & Industry Growth” at the TVRI Bali Regional Station. The session brought together distinguished panelists from IEEE leadership, industry, professional communities, academia, and government, focusing on fostering collaboration and sustainable development across sectors. The session was also streamed on YouTube and has garnered over 1,272 views and engagements. Watch the session.
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Panelists & Key Topics Discussed
IEEE Leaders:
- Prof. Kathleen Kramer (IEEE President & CEO): Emphasized IEEE’s role in fostering professional engagement and bridging academia with industry.
- Prof. Takako Hashimoto (IEEE Region 10 Director): Highlighted strategies to strengthen IEEE R10’s collaborations across industry, academia, and government.
- Prof. Lance Fung (Former IEEE R10 Director): Shared lessons on overcoming challenges in engaging professionals across the region.
- Prof. Gamantyo Hendrantoro (IEEE SEA Council Vice Chair): Discussed capacity building in Southeast Asia’s fast-evolving digital landscape.
- Mr. Hwa Chiang Leo (Director, IEEE Singapore Office): Spoke about IEEE’s efforts to expand regional partnerships beyond Singapore.
Industry & Professional Community Representatives:
- Danny Wilson (Founder & CEO, Torque Video Systems & Visuality Inc.): Provided insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, and industry-academic collaboration challenges.
- Bapak Satriyo Dharmanto (CTO, TVRI): Discussed public broadcasting’s role in promoting STEM education and tech awareness.
- Dr. Himani Saini (Senior Scientist, ISRO): Shared perspectives on leveraging satellite technology for community growth.
- Arif Muhammad (Managing Director, Rohde & Schwarz Indonesia): Addressed trends in RF and communication technologies for academic-industry partnerships.
National Professional Communities:
- Prof. Arief Udhiarto (FORTEI): Spoke on aligning electrical engineering education with industry demands.
- Prof. Husni Teja (APTIKOM): Discussed AI and computing’s role in preparing the workforce.
- Prof. Adrianus Amheka (ISAS): Highlighted applied sciences in solving industry challenges.
Government Representatives:
- Dr. Hla Nu Phyu (A*STAR, Singapore): Shared insights on translating research into industrial applications in the ASEAN region.
- Dr. Denny Setiawan (Ministry of Communication and Digital, Indonesia): Spoke on national strategies for digital infrastructure and tech growth.
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Key Discussion Themes
- Enhancing IEEE’s Role in Industry-Academic Collaboration
Emphasized the importance of expanding IEEE’s engagement with industry to bridge research and real-world applications. - Regional & Global Partnerships
Encouraged cross-border joint research, technical exchanges, and mentorship across Asia-Pacific. - Capacity Building & Professional Development
Called for more training, certifications, and initiatives to strengthen IEEE’s role in career development. - Digital Transformation & Innovation
Explored how emerging technologies can drive sustainable partnerships between industries and communities.
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Interactive Q&A with Reactors
The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session featuring reactors from IEEE Sections:
- Hidenobu Harasaki (IEEE Japan Section)
- Aryo de Wibowo (IEEE Indonesia Section)
- Pooja Sharma (IEEE Madras Section)
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Conclusion & Next Steps
The Roundtable successfully strengthened dialogue among industry, academia, and policymakers, reinforcing IEEE’s leadership in regional professional development.
Looking ahead, IEEE Region 10 PAC will focus on:
- Improving communication and access to IEEE services through follow-up sessions at flagship conferences (e.g., TENCON, TENSYMP, IEEE HTC 2025) and beyond academic channels.
- Expanding industry-focused programs, including certifications and initiatives in frontier and industry-relevant topics.
With strong support from TVRI and regional IEEE leaders, this session marks a key milestone in building long-term, impactful collaborations across IEEE Region 10.