Welcome to the Austin Chapter of the Network of Indian Professionals. An organization committed to the overall advancement and achievement of South Asian Professionals. Whether you are new to our city or looking to network and engage in professional development, community service, cultural awareness and political awareness activities, you have come to the right place. We appreciate diversity of the South Asian American experience through a variety of events. To learn more, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Bollywood Trivia Night: July 24th!

Bollywood comes to Austin! Pass through the Gateway of India, visit Juhu Beach, and cruise down Marine Drive, as the beats of Bollywood dominate the night!  Come join us for a lively, fun-filled evening of games, music, and all things Bollywood!

This event is being hosted by NetIP Austin.  Come learn more about the exciting events this organization has planned, learn more about membership benefits, and the upcoming NetIP North America Annual Conference in Seattle, WA!

Light refreshments will be served.  Games will be team-based.  A good time is guaranteed.

Join NetIP Austin at the Bollywood Trivia Night on Saturday, July 24th!  For more details, see our Calendar event and Facebook Event page.

NetIP Annual Conference in Seattle: August 20 - 22

The NetIP North America Annual Conference will be held in Seattle from August 20th to August 22nd.  Here are some more details on this year's theme:

Unique by Nature.

We're unique, you know. As South Asian professionals living in North America, we have so much more in common than we realize or appreciate. The NetIP Annual Conference is an occasion that brings us together once a year in a meaningful way to celebrate these very bonds of common heritage.

We spend three days:

• Exploring and learning at Keynotes, Panel Sessions, and Skill Workshops
• Mingling with successful leaders, CEOs, and celebrities
• Creating a community with our peers: the future leaders of North America
• Dancing the night away at evening mixers

And, of course, we might as well have a bit of fun while we're at it! Be ready for an event that will leave you feeling intrigued, inspired, and dreaming big!

For more information, please visit the NetIP NA Conference Web Site and NetIP Conference on Facebook!

NetIP Austin Celebrates One Year

NetIP Austin's Spring Party was a success, and Smitha Murthy has written up a summary that captures the excitement:

Spring.  A time of renewal. Rebirth. Fresh starts.  And NetIP Austin.  The premier South Asian network for professionals in Austin not only celebrated good times with good people at the 2010 Spring Party, but this month marked the one year anniversary for this crew.  From humble beginnings with a dedicated board consisting of Kotecha’s 7, who were determined to revive the mission of NetIP in the community, the organization is now 13 board members strong.

But an organization is nothing without its members. And what better way to celebrate members, current and prospective ones, than with a party?

With President Sonia Kotecha at the helm, Vice President Pinki Modi and Marketing Director Sambhav Puri worked tirelessly in planning, organizing, networking, and ultimately steering their efforts and the efforts and contributions of the board to the culmination of a very successful 2010 Spring Party on Friday, April 9th.

Also, see the posting on the NetIP North America web site: NetIP Austin Celebrates One Year.

The NetIP Austin Spring Party: April 9th, 2010

Come and join NETIP Austin for what is sure to be the biggest Spring Bash of 2010! Meet and greet Indian Professionals that are impacting your local community and how you can join the cause to make a bigger difference. Learn about the mission and goals of NetIP and how the organization is connecting people all over North America. Free food and prizes will be provided throughout the night, so do not miss out on this great event!

DJ Daze will be spinning Bhangra, Bollywood, and Hip Hop music all night long.

March Community Service Spotlight

NetIP Austin is very excited to spotlight ASHA for Education.  The Mission of ASHA is to catalyze socio-economic change in India through education of underprivileged children. Volunteers for ASHA have successfully created a running program in Austin and can use your help to raise funds! WE RUN SO THAT THEY CAN READ

We welcome you to join our Strides of Hope Training program and enjoy the experience of running a 10K, in turn making a difference in the lives of underprivileged children and communities in India!  NetIP Austin is currently forming a running team to support the Strides of Hope program and wants you to be a part of the excitement!!  If you are currently a runner or have ever thought about it, please make your move now and email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to let us know you would like to be a member of the NetIP Austin running team and run for a great cause!

Asha will provide professional coaching through a Austin-based training group (Rogue training systems). Improve your fitness, endurance and health through a fun and popular activity, and at the same time, support worthwhile grassroots development initiatives in education, health, nutrition and livelihood opportunities for underprivileged children and communities across India.

To become a member of the NetIP Austin running team and run for the Strides of Hope program, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by March 19, 2010.

For more details about the Strides of Hope program, please visit www.ashanet.org/austin/soh/

To learn more about Asha Austin and its efforts, please visit our website : www.ashanet.org/austin/

NetIP Austin Fundraising for Haiti

NetIP Austin is committed to the overall advancement and achievements of South Asian professionals. NetIP Austin promotes professional development, community service, political awareness and cultural awareness.

NetIP Austin is disheartened by the recent devestations in Haiti. As a community we feel a responsibility to respond to the needs of the children and families who are suffering. Doctors Without Borders, an international humanitarian organization has been providing their services to the people of Haiti prior to the recent events and need additional support to provide medical care to those injured.

Visit the NetIP Austin Fundraising Page to help support this cause.  For a complete summary of the event, see out NetIP Austin Haiti Fundraiser writeup by Sumina Bhatti.

NetIP Austin 2009 in Review

In April of 2009, NetIP Austin, the premier organization for South Asian Professionals joined a network of 24 chapters across North America dedicated to the overall advancement and achievement of South Asian professionals. The primary focus of NetIP is to foster a bond among South Asian professionals to unite and support each other locally, as well as give back and contribute positively to the communities in which we live and work. In its’ first year of revival, NetIP Austin delivered on this promise by hosting more than 30 events which provided our membership with opportunities for networking and giving back to the greater Austin community.

For more information, photos, and other details, please see NetIP Austin 2009 in Review on Shutterfly (Thanks to Sonia Kotecha, President for putting together this photos and the site).

Team 2010: Board Member Election Results

(*) Second term

For more information about our Board Members, please see the bios on our Meet the Board page.