IGNITE 2024
IGNITE
A gathering led to empower entrepreneurs to recognise, discover, and network with the startup community was held at AIC-SMU TBI. With the goal of igniting the spark of innovation, collaboration, and growth, IGNITE was graced by the presence of Mr. Niranjan Demanna, VP, CSR HDFC Bank, Mr. Utkarsh Mishra, Global Innovation, Hero MotoCorp, and Mr. Gulshan Purswani, Delivery Head, Bosch Global Software Technologies and Board of Directors of AIC-SMUTBI.
Seven innovative startups, distinguished by their creative approaches to driving positive change and fostering sustainable development, showcased a significant impact on the region’s growth and socio-economic landscape. These startups further received the grant included Crafted Fibers., Green Biotech Ecosolutions Pvt. Ltd., Farmeasy Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Eco Far, Jome Foods Pvt. Ltd, Sharolyn Ecoempower (Maity Ghar), and SS Bamboowala Pvt. Ltd.
Concurrently, business, innovation, and technology topics were explored during Bootcamp workshop, attended by 30+ startups across the North East and Darjeeling Hills region. Mr. Gulshan Purswani, from Bosch Global Software Technologies, mentor at AIC-SMUTBI, aimed to refine startup business models and provide essential entrepreneurial skills. Through active group discussions and participation, the workshops emphasized practical skills and strategic insights, encouraging startups to develop measurable supply-side goals alongside building business funnels.
