Pegasystems and TalentSprint Celebrate Top Talent at their Pega University Program Conclave 2024

New Delhi: Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA), the leading enterprise AI decisioning and workflow automation platform provider, in association with TalentSprint, a global edtech company that brings transformational bootcamps and cutting-edge learning programs to modern-day professionals, has felicitated the 20 best outgoing students and 3 GenAI Blueprint contest winners from its Pega University Program 2023-24 cohort. This conclave was held in Hyderabad at the prestigious Pega University Program Conclave 2024, an event that exemplified the seamless integration of academia and industry.

Over 250 attendees, including program alumni, academic partners, and recruiting partners came together to make the conclave a resounding success. Highlights of the event included felicitating the Best Outgoing Students and Pega GenAI Blueprint contest winners and launching the Pega UAP Alumni Community. Leadership teams from Pegasystems and TalentSprint demonstrated the power of Pega GenAI Blueprint offering a glimpse into the future of technology and highlighting the success factors behind the Pega University Program.

20 outstanding students, one from each partner college, were named Best Outgoing Students for their hard work and commitment. Harsha B from Chennai Institute of Technology stood out as the Best Outgoing Student from her college and has been successfully placed at TCS Digital.

The Pega Gen AI Blueprint Design Contest provided participants with a unique opportunity to demonstrate their Pega expertise by creating applications from scratch using the Pega Blueprint. Winners received recognition within the esteemed Pega community, along with participation certificates. Additionally, the top three exemplary Blueprints were honored and awarded. Bajari Vema Reddy from BV Raju Institute of Technology was felicitated on winning the GenAI Blueprint contest. Bajari currently works as a Cloud Development Engineer at Pegasystems.

Deepak Visweswaraiah, Vice President, Platform Engineering and Site Managing Director, Pegasystems India said “Our vision has always been to empower the next generation and we take immense pride in witnessing students' focus on learning that has the potential to revolutionize some of the biggest technological challenges. Pega's strategic vision is to cultivate a robust talent pipeline for the future of Pega technology while nurturing an inclusive and diverse workforce. Through this enduring partnership with TalentSprint in offering this programme, Pega is committed to equipping the workforce with the essential skills to thrive in the dynamic technology industry. Pega believes in investing in the next generation of technology professionals, empowering them with skills and opportunities for successful careers in the industry.”

Dr. Santanu Paul, Founding CEO and MD of TalentSprint said, “We at TalentSprint are honored to collaborate with Pegasystems in empowering the next generation of technology professionals. Pega’s vision aligns perfectly with our mission to cultivate a skilled workforce capable of tackling the technological challenges of tomorrow. Together, we are championing the cultivation of an inclusive and diverse talent pool, empowering individuals with the critical skills necessary to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of the technology industry. This partnership reflects our joint dedication to investing in the future of technology and ensuring successful career pathways for aspiring professionals."

The Pega University program is a two-semester university-level curriculum that enables third-year engineering college students to build robust capabilities in low-code technologies to secure a competition-proof career with the customers and partners of Pegasystems. Since its inception in 2016, Pegasystems and TalentSprint have offered the PEGA University Program in India. The Pega University Program has established roots in 23 partner institutions, positively impacting the lives of over 10,000 students. This expansive network not only caters to the growing demand for skilled professionals in the industry but also bridges the gap between talent supply and market demand. The program's integration within partner colleges ensures that students are equipped with advanced tech skills, enhancing their employability and securing coveted placements in an increasingly competitive job market. Through this symbiotic relationship, recruiters gain access to a pool of talented individuals without incurring additional training costs, further cementing the program's value proposition within the industry.