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EVENTS
Cohort 3.0
Cohort 3.0
Do you have what it takes to present your vision to the thousands in the crowd? Has it always been your dream to transform your idea into a multibillion-dollar venture? Or is it just that your heart beats for thrill and you dare to walk the ‘The Road Not Taken’? Your reason could be any but what remains common is your hunger for a majestic Entrepreneurial journey. Cohort 3.0 brings to you the one opportunity ‘The Entrepreneur’ inside you was waiting for.
Unleash your startup potential at the Pitching Sessions, where aspiring entrepreneurs present their innovative ideas to a panel of seasoned investors and experts. Receive invaluable advice from experienced Business minds. Most refined pitchers stand a chance to secure funding from the leading Industry professionals. Let the ‘Best in the Industry’ guide you in your run for what could be an ‘Unprecedented Successful Entrepreneurial Journey’.
Networking
Networking
“The bonds we forge in the present are the ones that support us during the adversaries in the future”. The Networking Event provides just the opportunity to our young Business Tycoons. We bring the wisest mentors, most-seasoned investors, and equally-passionate fellow entrepreneurs under the same roof. It is the perfect setting to forge new partnerships, discuss collaboration opportunities, and expand your network in the realm of entrepreneurship. The connections you build here would prove to be the key to your future success.
Experts Talk
Experts Talk
“The way of success is the way of continuous pursuit of Knowledge”. The true identity of an entrepreneur lies in his passion to constantly widen his horizons of knowledge.
This is the chance to gain priceless insights from leading Industry experts and Sharpest Minds in the Domain! Our young minds possess a spark in our eyes and a fire in our hearts. What’s lacking is the precious wisdom that one gains through toil and experience. These sessions would showcase renowned business experts imparting wisdom that would pave the way to success. It&aposs a golden opportunity to learn from those who themselves have navigated the entrepreneurial landscape, offering you the inspiration and knowledge needed to succeed in your own entrepreneurial journey.
Startup Success Stories
Startup Success Stories
“You would never witness the power of an idea unless it is put to Action.” Millions of ideas which have the power to transform this world into a better place are born every day, and millions of them die the same day. Success is an illusion for the ones who come up with the brightest ideas. It becomes a reality for those who dare to transform them into action. Startup Success Stories brings to the stage these ‘Entrepreneurial Daredevils’ whose determination and ambitions introduced to the world the ventures that would continue to inspire and impress the entrepreneurial young minds for time immemorial. “Practical knowledge is the asset that pays dividends for decades to come”. These Industry pundits would provide you with just the practical advice that your passion was craving for.
Brace yourselves for an inspirational journey as these stories will ignite your entrepreneurial drive.
SPEAKERS
Startup Sangam:
Where Vision Ignites and Innovation Speaks
Jitendra Singh Parihar
Jitendra Singh Parihar is the founder and CEO of Medixa Global LLP, a leader in healthcare innovation known for its advanced digital health solutions. Jitendra, a gold medalist from IIT BHU, has spearheaded numerous transformative initiatives that have elevated patient care and streamlined healthcare operations. He has been featured on esteemed platforms like Forbes India, The Economic Times, and YourStory, where his contributions to the healthcare industry have been widely recognized. As the co-host of STARTUPSANGAM 2024, Jitendra brings his extensive knowledge and visionary leadership to inspire and guide aspiring entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
Arvind Dixit
Arvind Dixit founded Advance Tech, a leader in technological innovation and product development. With a strong background in engineering, he has driven the company's success in delivering cutting-edge solutions across various industries. Recognized for his expertise, Arvind is a frequent speaker on platforms like TechCrunch and Business Today, where he shares insights on emerging technologies and entrepreneurship.
Rupesh Kumar
Rupesh Kumar is an accomplished researcher at Yamaha Motor India, specializing in R&D with a focus on computer vision, video processing, and image processing. A graduate of IIT Kanpur, Rupesh brings expertise in conventional and advanced methods, including deep learning and machine learning, to tackle complex problems.
Surojit Bose
Surojit Bose is a venture capitalist and Partner at Climate9ers Capital, a SEBI-registered angel fund. He also serves as an Independent Director on the board of Shivalic Power Control Ltd. As a co-founder of LeadInvent Pharma Inc., he has been instrumental in developing innovative pharmaceutical solutions, including GBGel for residual brain tumors. His work centers on fostering innovation and nurturing the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Anupam Anand
Anupam Anand is the CEO and Co-Founder of Deltron Technologies Pvt Ltd, specializing in IT services, solutions, and digital marketing. He also serves as a Managing Partner at Inceptra Solutions LLC in the USA, focusing on staff augmentation and talent placement. As the President of the Whiteboard Education and Research Foundation, Anupam is dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry. An experienced career coach and startup mentor, he has guided over 25,000 students and is recognized as one of Tradeflock's '40 Under 40' business leaders in India. Anupam is also the host of 'The Changemaker Show' on YouTube, where he shares insights from industry experts.
Lalit Ambastha
Lalit Ambastha is an esteemed IP Attorney and Strategist with over 18 years of experience in Intellectual Property. He is the founder of Patentwire and a co-founder of IPBazzaar, NewtonsLaw, InkPat, and Palani LLC. Lalit also serves as a founding member at RIPA and an ESG Advisor at IASE. He is recognized for his expertise in IP prosecution, licensing, valuation, and technology transfer, working with clients such as DMRC, GMR, Honda, and Novartis. Lalit has held guest faculty positions at prestigious institutions and contributes to IP awareness programs with the Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India.
Imran Yusuf
Imran Yusuf is a Project Manager for the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Human Resource Development (HRD) PMU PAN India Capacity Building initiative. He previously led IoT, Electrical, Electronics, and Manufacturing at SIIC IIT-Kanpur and served as an Assistant Professor in Electronics and Communication Engineering. With a strong background in project management and academia, Imran Yusuf is dedicated to advancing capacity building and technological innovation.
Alok Tiwari
Alok Tiwari is the Founder and CEO of AIVOT AI, specializing in advanced artificial intelligence solutions across diverse industries. With over 21 years of experience in business management, strategic consulting, and investment advisory, Alok holds an MBA from Tippie School of Business, University of Iowa, an Advanced Program in FinTech and Blockchain from IIM Calcutta, and a Master’s degree in Quantum Finance from IIT Kanpur. He is recognized for his work in AI and blockchain, including the development of an AI-based measurement solution, and has managed various businesses and investment strategies.
Prof. J. Ram Kumar
Prof. J. Ram Kumar is a distinguished academic in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Kanpur, where he serves as Dean of Infrastructure & Planning. With a PhD from IIT Madras, he specializes in micro/nanomanufacturing, tribology, and manufacturing process modeling. He holds prestigious positions as a Fellow of INAE and Satish Chandra Agarwal Chair Professor at IIT Kanpur. His numerous awards include the Eminent Production Engineer Award and the IETE-Shri Devi Singh Memorial Award. Prof. Kumar is also noted for his leadership in the Imagineering Lab and RuTAG at IIT Kanpur.
Prof. Rajiv Kumar Kapoor
Prof. Rajiv Kumar Kapoor is a distinguished academic in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Delhi Technological University (DTU), where he has been a faculty member since November 2009. He also served as the Principal of the Ambedkar Institute of Advanced Communication Technologies and Research (AIACTR). Prof. Kapoor holds a BE, ME, and PhD in Electronics and Communication Engineering. His research interests span Vision/Speech-based Tracking, Machine Learning, Activity Recognition, Signal Processing, Pattern Recognition, Cognitive Radio, and Biomedical Equipment Design.
Pradeep Gupta
Pradeep Gupta is the Managing Director at AIVOT, where he leads efforts to revolutionize healthcare through advanced artificial intelligence solutions. He has a distinguished career in public service, serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Private Secretary to the 13th President of India, and Director in the Ministry of Defence. Mr. Gupta's leadership in healthcare technology has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Best Production Manager across the Ordnance Factory Board.
Shyam Kumar
Shyam Kumar is the Chief Operating Officer at the MedTech Centre of Entrepreneurship under AIC STPINEXT Initiatives. With over 12 years of experience, Shyam has driven innovation in healthcare manufacturing, contributing to India's Make-in-India initiative. His leadership at MedTech CoE, in partnership with institutions like SGPGI Lucknow, has fostered entrepreneurial ecosystems across the country.
Commander Navneet Kaushik
Commander Navneet Kaushik is the Founder and Managing Partner of Jamwant Ventures Angel Fund. With 26 years of service in the Indian Navy, he has held critical positions in Quality Assurance and Acquisition Management. His leadership extends to the Technology Development Board, where he financed COVID-19 critical technologies. Commander Kaushik is also a Professor of Practice at Dibrugarh University, supporting startups in advancing indigenous tech solutions.
Kishan Tiwari
Kishan Tiwari is the Founder and CEO of TSAW Drones, pioneering advancements in Advanced Air Mobility. With degrees in Mechanical Engineering from MNNIT and an MBA from IIT Delhi, Mr. Tiwari is transforming logistics through drone technology. Under his leadership, TSAW Drones is creating drone corridors to redefine seamless, mission-critical deliveries.
Chetan Gupta
Chetan Gupta is an Associate Data Scientist at YMLSI, leveraging his expertise in machine learning and data analytics to optimize processes and drive strategic insights. With a Master’s in Signal Processing and Communication from IIT Ropar, Chetan specializes in applying statistical techniques to analyze complex datasets, supporting YMLSI's data-driven innovations.
Bhanu Pratap Singh
Bhanu Pratap Singh is the CEO and Founder of CashCry, a game-changer in the cashback industry. His visionary leadership has strategically scaled CashCry into a disruptive platform, redefining how users earn and save. With deep expertise in business scalability, Bhanu's entrepreneurial journey is a masterclass in innovation and customer-centric strategies.
About Us
The Innovation and Incubation Hub MNNIT Foundation, IIHMF at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad is more than just a space, it is where ideas, research, and business plans come to life. IIHMF is focused on supporting the next generation of thinkers and doers by providing them with the tools, resources, and insight needed to make concepts real.With a focus on building a flourishing startup culture, IIHMF is providing a platform where notions meet expectations, and people can make the connections required to support and access vital information, turning their ideas into reality.
About IIC
The Ministry of Education (formerly the Ministry of Human Resource Development), Government of India, established the MHRD Innovation Cell to promote creativity and foster innovation within higher education institutions. The main objective of the Innovation Cell is to cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit among students by supporting them in developing their ideas from an early stage. To achieve this, the Ministry launched Institution's Innovation Councils (IICs) across universities and colleges, empowering them to drive innovative thinking and actions. IICs focus on practical implementation, guiding students to create and develop new solutions through a structured framework.
Events Hosted by IIC
- Workshops on creative thinking and startup strategies
- Hackathons to develop innovative solutions
- Expert talks on industry trends
- Pitch sessions to connect ideas with investors
- Startup showcases featuring emerging businesses
- Guest speakers like Sandeep Jain, TEDx speaker Nisha Khanna, and Major Vandana Sharma
- Innovation competitions, mentorship sessions, and festivals