IIT Kanpur is hosting its annual ‘E-Summit’ from October 13th to 15th, sparking discussions to transform challenges into opportunities. E-Summit has been a driving force behind ingenuity and innovation since 2012, fostering the entrepreneurial spirit within the broader community.
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Empowering Future Entrepreneurs
The core of this endeavour lies within the Entrepreneurship Cell of IIT Kanpur, comprising enthusiastic students committed to instilling an entrepreneurial mindset within their community. Their objective is to foster the upcoming generation of motivated individuals who embrace innovation, embrace risk-taking, assume social responsibilities, and creatively transform their ideas into reality. Since its establishment in 2009, the Entrepreneurship Cell has played a pivotal role in the birth of numerous successful startups affiliated with IIT Kanpur, such as ShareChat, Giva, Noccarc, Trential, and many more, according to the institute’s statement.
A Gathering of Visionaries
Over the years, E-Summit has welcomed esteemed personalities in the entrepreneurial sphere. These luminaries have included Kunal Shah, Co-Founder of Cred, Aman Gupta, Co-Founder of Boat, Nikhil Kamath, Co-Founder of Zerodha, and Mukesh Bansal, Co-Founder of Myntra and Cult.fit, among others. The UpStart finale, E-Cell’s flagship pitching event, has acted as a catalyst for several startups, propelling them into advanced funding discussions with prominent venture capital firms.
E-Summit’23: The Ultimate Confluence of Innovation
This year, IIT Kanpur presents E-Summit’23 as the definitive platform for bringing together all stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The event aims to unite ideators, pitchers, venture capitalists, mentors, and entrepreneurial enthusiasts, all under one roof to empower groundbreaking ideas. The event promises an array of engaging activities, including talk sessions, workshops, and competitions, catering to diverse audiences.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
Tech enthusiasts will have the opportunity to acquire practical skills through various workshops, such as “Ethics and AI” by Google, “Building Your Online Presence” by Meta, “Supercharge Your Productivity” by Notion, and “ML, App & Web Development” by Techobytes.
Prizes and Networking Opportunities
E-Summit’23 offers participants the chance to win incredible rewards, including ₹1 lakh in cash prizes and E-Summit’23 merchandise worth Rs. 25 lakhs. Startups are also presented with a unique opportunity to showcase their cutting-edge projects at a Startup Expo and build connections with industry specialists during a Networking Dinner.
Whether you are an investor, startup founder, government official, industrialist, or working professional, E-Summit’23 has professional passes tailored to your needs. This event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for networking and knowledge-sharing in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship.
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