Indian American Business Association & Chamber (IABA)

The Indian American Business Association of the USA Inc., also known as the Indian American Business Association & Chamber (IABA), is a 501c6 not-for-profit organization based in Central Florida. It plays a pivotal role in advancing and promoting the growth of the Indian business community while advocating for their interests through collaborative efforts to find solutions.

At IABA, we prioritize professional networking and growth within our open platform. We have created a dynamic and supportive business community that offers our members the opportunity to explore innovative prospects. We firmly believe that connections and collaboration are essential for business success. By leveraging our community, we aim to expand our sphere of influence and foster growth through meaningful relationships.

The Indian American Business Association of the USA is led by a group of young and dynamic entrepreneurs, supported by visionaries with a strong presence in Florida for over 30 years. IABA is dedicated to assisting startups, small and medium-sized business owners in their growth journey by providing an all-inclusive, open, and innovative platform. Our organization actively connects the rapidly growing and prosperous Indian community, enabling them to achieve success in the Florida region and beyond.

IABA serves as a liaison for its members with other chambers in Florida, local elected officials, as well as local, state, and federal governments. We also facilitate connections in the sphere of international business trade, bringing opportunities from the Indian Government to our members.

Our mission is to create enduring business relationships and offer growth opportunities to our members through nationwide networking:

  • The Indian-origin population has more than doubled in the last seven years.
  • Households led by Indian immigrants have a median income of $107,000, nearly twice the national average.
  • The Indian community accounts for approximately 7% of the total number of doctors in the United States.
  • There are about 1 million Indian scientists and engineers in the US.
  • The Indian community owns a significant percentage of hospitality, IT, gas stations, liquor stores, fast-food franchises, real estate development companies, and more.

- Our Vision -

  • IABA envisions becoming the premier networking platform for the Indian American community across the United States.
  • We aim to provide opportunities for building and growing businesses by fostering enduring relationships.
  • IABA strives to enhance visibility, collaboration, and business growth by offering networking opportunities nationwide.
  • We connect the Indian community and provide them with opportunities to prosper in various sectors, including retail management, tourism, hospitality, healthcare, education, and more.
  • IABA serves as a platform that brings together individuals, small business owners, and corporations to expand their market share within the ever-growing affluent Indian community.

IABA is committed to supporting and empowering the Indian American business community and looks forward to a prosperous future filled with networking, collaboration, and growth.

- Our Team -

Executive Team
Prashant "Peter" Patel

Prashant "Peter" Patel

President (IT & Low Voltage Technologies)
Yogesh Bharucha

Yogesh Bharucha

Vice President/Treasurer (Go Realty & Go Construction)
Piyush Mehta

Piyush Mehta

Secretary (Hospitality, Finance & Insurance)
Yagnesh Patel (Yogi)

Yagnesh Patel (Yogi)

Director (UPS Store & Realtor)
Mehul Parekh

Mehul Parekh

Director (Engineer & Consultant)
Advisory Panel
Mr. Vinay Rama

Mr. Vinay Rama

Mandala Holdings
Mr. Suresh Gupta

Mr. Suresh Gupta

Developer & Hospitality
Mr. Anil Valbh

Mr. Anil Valbh

Avista Properties
Dr. Ramesh Seela

Dr. Ramesh Seela

Healthcare
Arvind Nanu

Arvind Nanu

Retail & Shopping centers
Jay VM Patel

Jay VM Patel

Real Estate and Universal Mortgage
Mr. Raj Shah

Mr. Raj Shah

KARS Petro Distributors
Chirag Patel

Chirag Patel

Real Estate and Investments
Mr. Summit Shah

Mr. Summit Shah

Southeast Petro Distributors
Chelby Afrifa

Chelby Afrifa

Realtor
Channi Sodhi

Channi Sodhi

Director (Healthcare Professional)
Mr. Sanjay Srinivasan

Mr. Sanjay Srinivasan

Global Sun Global Promo
Dr. Manoj Patel

Dr. Manoj Patel

Dentist (Metro West Smile)
Mr. Janak S. Marolia

Mr. Janak S. Marolia

Director at Regal Point Capital Management
Dr. Chirag Patel

Dr. Chirag Patel

Healthcare
Mr. Vihang Patel

Mr. Vihang Patel

United Wholesale
Dr. Pradip Jamnadas

Dr. Pradip Jamnadas

Cardiologist
Mr. Jay Patel

Mr. Jay Patel

Retail & Liquor
Leadership Team
Siva Kondapalli

Siva Kondapalli

Pharmacist
Dema Headley

Dema Headley

Climate First Bank
Rajan Joshi Esq.

Rajan Joshi Esq.

Joshi Law Firm
Orlando
Yatin Thakkar

Yatin Thakkar

DJ Yatin & IT
Ashish Smart

Ashish Smart

IT & Engineering
Kam Patel

Kam Patel

Realtor
Dipti Smart

Dipti Smart

Pharmacy
Gautam Pai

Gautam Pai

Realtor
Hardik Patel

Hardik Patel

Sai Photohraphy
Nishikant Goswami

Nishikant Goswami

Hospitality
Nishita Patel

Nishita Patel

Sai Photohraphy
Dr. Tracey Joshi

Dr. Tracey Joshi

USMLEAGLE
Florida
Rashesh Shah

Rashesh Shah

Corporate Management
Dr. Neelima Katukuri

Dr. Neelima Katukuri

Cardiologist
Mukta Patel

Mukta Patel

Pera Legal
Ronak Shah

Ronak Shah

Director (Professional)
Murlidharan

Murlidharan

IT
Amar Mehta

Amar Mehta

Young Entrepreneur
Uday Nair

Uday Nair

Faculty & Professor at UCF
Dr. Suchi Dara

Dr. Suchi Dara

Cordiologist
Alpesh Khushal

Alpesh Khushal

Hospitality
Subhang Patel

Subhang Patel

GC & Roofing
Rikti Smart

Rikti Smart

Elite Dream Creations
Vivek Patel

Vivek Patel

Young Entrepreneur
Amit Singh

Amit Singh

Food Industry
Vipul Patel

Vipul Patel

Gas Stations & C Stores
Ambassadors
Bharat Patel, CHO

Bharat Patel, CHO

AAHOA President
Tampa, Florida
Sunil Dharma

Sunil Dharma

Hospitality
Jacksonville, Florida
Kamal Patel

Kamal Patel

Retailer
Bartow, Florida
Nilesh Patel

Nilesh Patel

Hospitality
Lake City, Florida
Pankaj Patel

Pankaj Patel

Hospitality
Ormond Beach, Florida
Ken Patel

Ken Patel

Developer
Daytona Beach, Florida
Bhavesh Nath

Bhavesh Nath

Hospitality
Tallahassee
Rakesh Patel

Rakesh Patel

Developer & Hospitality
Fort Myers, Florida
Sanjay Patel

Sanjay Patel

Hospitality
Tampa, Florida
Rakesh Patel

Rakesh Patel

Developer & Hospitality
Port Orange, Florida