SIAEA to Hold 44th Annual Gala, “Beyond Boundaries,” at Chelsea Piers on Nov. 14

Society to honor nine industry leaders and present student scholarships

NEW YORK, NY (TIP: The Society of Indo-American Engineers and Architects (SIAEA) will hold its 44th Annual Gala on Saturday, November 14, at 6

p.m. at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers. The black-tie evening, themed “Beyond Boundaries,” will bring together engineers, architects, contractors, public agency leaders and students for a night of awards, scholarships and networking.

It will be the second gala led by SIAEA President Mitul Patel, PE. Patel, the founding principal of KeRi Engineering PC, is the 20th president since the society was founded in New York City in 1981 and the youngest in its 44-year history. Last year’s gala drew more than 800 members and guests.

“Our founders came together so that Indo-American professionals would have a seat at the table,” Patel said. “This gala is where that work shows.”

A Presidency Focused on Connection

Patel took office in March 2025 and pledged to raise the society’s visibility through technology, improve communication with members and share knowledge through focused seminars. This fall SIAEA launched a new website with a member directory and private messaging.

“Our mission is rooted in uniting and recognizing professionals of Indian heritage across the architecture and engineering industries,” said Gala Chair and past president Nayan Parikh. “A special thank you to our President, Mr. Mitul Patel, for his inspiring leadership throughout the year.”

Awards, Scholarships and Networking

SIAEA will honor nine industry leaders, and New York City commissioners and regional agency leaders will attend as guests. The evening will also feature the Bansi Shah Memorial Scholarships, from $2,500 to $5,000, for students of Indian origin studying engineering, architecture or related technology.

The program opens with networking, giving small and minority-owned firms and students a chance to meet the people behind the region’s public projects.

Tickets

Tickets are $400 for members, $550 for non-members and $95 for government employees. A table of 10 is $5,000. Tickets and sponsorships are available at siaeany.org/events/44th-annual-gala-dinner-cn15 or gala2026@siaeany.org.

About SIAEA

The Society of Indo-American Engineers and Architects is a 501(c)(3) professional society founded in New York City in 1981, uniting more than 1,500 engineers, architects, planners and construction professionals of Indian origin. Learn more at siaeany.org.