Dear IEEE Region 9 Members,

We are excited to invite you to the first-ever edition of IEEE Rising Stars Latin America, taking place from August 15 to 17, 2025 in the vibrant city of Panama City, Panama!

This premier event is designed for students, young professionals, and early-career engineers looking to ignite their future in technology and innovation. It will feature inspiring keynotes, technical talks, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities with leaders from across the Americas.

🌐Event Focus:

Aligned with the IEEE Megatrends, this year’s program will explore how Latin America can lead in areas such as:
•    Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
•    Sustainable Technologies & Climate Action
•    Future of Mobility
•    Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

🌟Keynote Speakers Include:

•    Julio Toro, Chief Information and Technology Officer, Copa Airlines. "Recognized as one of the most influential tech leaders in Latin America”.

•    Kathleen Kramer, "IEEE President and CEO”.

🎯Program Highlights:

•    Hackathon competition, hosted by Copa Airlines and AWS
•    Career development panels with industry leaders
•    Skill-building workshops (leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship)
•    Hands-on engineering challenges with real-world applications

⚠️Limited Capacity:

 As this is the inaugural edition, only 300 spots are available! Be sure to secure your place early.

👉 Register NOW!

Let’s shape the future of technology together — we look forward to welcoming you to Panama City this August!

Warm regards,

IEEE Rising Stars Latin America 2025 Organizing Committee
Region 9 – Latin America