Startup, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Week

Event Overview:

The Startup, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Week was an initiative organized to foster a spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation among the students. The week-long program aimed to provide insights into startup policies, boost achievement motivation, and offer hands-on experiences through activities such as Business Plan Competitions and Poster Presentations.

Objectives:

• To create awareness about startup policies and government support for entrepreneurs.
• To enhance students’ entrepreneurial skills through interactive and motivational sessions.
• To inspire students to develop innovative ideas and transform them into business models.
• To provide hands-on experience in business plan development and proposal preparation.
• To foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the institution.

Program Highlights:

• Overview of Startup Policies:

Students were introduced to various governmental and institutional policies designed to support startups and entrepreneurship.

• Interaction with Experts:

The program featured inspiring sessions with the following experts:

• Krishna Chitaniya Tumpudi: Shared his journey of building a startup and the lessons learned from his inspiring entrepreneurial experience.
• Suryakant Patel: Conducted a session on Achievement Motivation Training, providing practical insights into setting and achieving ambitious entrepreneurial goals.
• Nayan Deep Mishra: Delivered a detailed discussion on crafting successful proposals under SSIP 2.0 and delved into the key aspects of startup policy frameworks.

• Achievement Motivation Training:

Aimed at empowering students with the mindset and skills required to stay motivated and focused in their entrepreneurial endeavors.

• Business Plan Competition:

Participants showcased their innovative ideas and competed to develop robust business models.

• Poster Presentation

Creative and analytical skills were highlighted as students presented posters on various entrepreneurial and innovative themes.

Outcomes:

• Students gain a comprehensive understanding of startup policies and their implications.
• Development of innovative and creative problem-solving skills among participants.
• Enhanced confidence and motivation to pursue entrepreneurial ventures.
• Increased ability to create and present effective business plans and proposals.
• Establishment of a network of like-minded peers and industry experts.

Brief Report:

The Startup, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Week witnessed enthusiastic participation from 100 students. The program was inaugurated by the Chief Patron, Shri Prakash Patel, President of Sankalchand Patel University. Key sessions included interactive discussions with industry experts, motivational training, and detailed insights into SSIP 2.0 proposal frameworks.

Students actively participated in a Business Plan Competition and a Poster Presentation event, showcasing their innovative ideas. The interactive sessions inspired the participants to take the first step towards their entrepreneurial dreams while equipping them with practical knowledge and resources.

The event concluded on a positive note with participants receiving e-certificates as a token of their achievement and participation.

Leadership and Coordination:

• Chief Patron: Shri Prakash Patel, President, Sankalchand Patel University (SPU)
• Patrons:
  • (Dr.) Prafullkumar Udani, Provost, SPU
  • H. N. Shah, Director Technical & Dean, FET
• Conveners:
• Jitendra Sharma, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies
• (Dr.) Chirag Rathod, Principal, SSBPIBM, SPU
• Coordinators:

Dr. Pradeep Mishra | Ms. Vaibhavi Parikh | Ms. Meha Suthar

Conclusion:

The event successfully nurtured entrepreneurial skills and provided students with valuable knowledge and networking opportunities. Participants were awarded e-certificates, enhancing their resumes and motivating them toward innovation-driven careers.

Prepared by: Dr. Ronak Modi
Assistant Professor
Date: 13-01-2025