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Join The EventOrganized by the U.S. Embassy Kathmandu in collaboration with Seven Summit Treks.
A one-day, high-impact leadership, innovation, and partnership event serving as the finale to the 2026 Everest Climbing Season. Highlighting U.S.-Nepal cooperation, policy vision, historical ties, and adventure diplomacy.
Tracks
Our SpeakersConference SessionsA comprehensive one-day program featuring keynotes, panel discussions, innovation tracks, and networking opportunities.
Setting the strategic tone with high-level dignitaries highlighting U.S.-Nepal cooperation, policy vision, and adventure diplomacy.
Exploring waste management, renewable energy adoption, zero-icefall-carry models utilizing drones, and government policies for sustainable mountain tourism.
Highlighting Sherpa participation in industry leadership, guide certification pathways, safety protocols, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
Premiere of the Everest drone demonstration film featuring oxygen transport and waste retrieval operations. Showcasing U.S.-Nepal tech collaboration.
Featuring American innovation culture, gear design breakthroughs, brand partnerships, climbing storytelling, and media engagement.
Discussing high-altitude physiology, injury prevention, expedition nutrition science, and medical tech innovations.
Facilitated collaboration between U.S. gear companies and Nepali/International athletes through structured roundtables and 7-minute "match" meetings.
Panel DiscussionsWaste Management, Renewable Energy & Zero-Icefall Models Waste Management, Renewable Energy & Zero-Icefall Models Waste Management, Renewable Energy & Zero-Icefall Models
Dr. Baker Perry
Climate Scientist & High-Altitude Researcher
Dawa Yangzum Sherpa
SPCC Representative
Rajesh Shrestha
NTB Leadership
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
ICIMOD Sustainability Expert
Tenzin Norbu
NMA Environmental Officer
Tenzin Norbu
NMA Environmental Officer
Professional Development, Ethics & Industry Leadership Professional Development, Ethics & Industry Leadership Professional Development, Ethics & Industry Leadership
Ang Tshering Sherpa
President, Nepal Mountaineering Association
Pasang Lhamu Sherpa Akita
Record-Breaking Mountaineer
Mingma Gyabu Sherpa
Seven Summit Treks
David Thompson
AMGA/IFMGA Representative
Dawa Stephen Sherpa
Eco Everest Expedition
Innovation, Safety Protocols & Tech Collaboration
Hon. Mahabir Pun
Innovation & Technology Leader
Michael Roberts
U.S. Drone Engineer
Manish Maharjan
Garud X Pvt. Ltd. - Technical Lead
Dr. Lisa Chen
Aerospace Technology Specialist
Medical Innovation, Physiology & Youth Leadership
Dr. Dibas Shrestha
High-Altitude Medical Expert
Subash Dawadi
Nutrition & Performance Specialist
Dr. Amanda Foster
U.S. Sports Physiologist
Nima Rinji Sherpa
Youth Mountaineering Leader
Dr. Prakash Thapa
Medical Tech Innovation
Content Creation, Brand Partnerships & Market Opportunities
Marcus Williams
Global Brand & Marketing Director
Jennifer Park
Social Media Strategy Expert
Kiran Joshi
Adventure Content Creator
Rachel Thompson
The North Face - Partnerships
Alex Martinez
Documentary Filmmaker
Our Time table
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08:00 AM;
10:00 AM;
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13:00 PM;
15:00 PM;
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17:00 PM;
20:00 PM;
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U.S.-Nepal InnovationA groundbreaking demonstration of U.S. drone technology assembled in Nepal for sustainable mountain logistics and environmental preservation on Mount Everest.
Garud X Pvt. Ltd.
Kathmandu-based aerospace company specializing in UAS design, manufacturing, and aerial solutions for challenging terrain.
U.S. Embassy Nepal
Facilitating import of high-capacity batteries and drone components with diplomatic support.
Transport at least 600 kg of waste from Camp 1 to Base Camp
Waste collected in designated tents will be transported to Kathmandu and handed over to SPCC for final disposal.
Ferry oxygen cylinders from Base Camp to Camp 1
Each cylinder weighs ~6 kg. The drone will carry up to 3 cylinders per flight (≈18 kg payload) with multiple shuttle operations.
Import drone components from U.S. with Embassy facilitation
Local assembly, calibration, and system integration
Functional and safety testing in controlled environments
Drone flight trials in Everest Base Camp region
Garbage retrieval and oxygen ferry missions
Film screening at Aloft, Kathmandu
In partnership with SPCC, all retrieved garbage will be molded and sculpted into a large Yeti figure — a powerful symbol of environmental impact and our collective effort toward cleaner mountains.
KG Waste Target
Transport Route
Yeti Sculpture
Testimonial
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About Conference
Expo & VendorsJoin 8-20 exhibitor booths showcasing U.S. brands, Nepali companies, innovators, and agencies. Network with industry leaders.
Exhibition Booths
Global Brands
Participants
Showcase products to 120-150 industry leaders
Connect with athletes, brands, decision-makers
Media coverage and social media exposure
Access to athlete-brand matchmaking sessions
Embassy engagement and bilateral support
Attend all conference sessions and panels
Limited exhibition space available. Register early.
