The Indian startup community is all set to gather for one of the country’s largest-of-its-kind conferences, TiEcon Delhi 2023. Organised by the NCR chapter of the Indus Entrepreneurs, the conference is scheduled to take place on March 17 and 18, with the theme, “Navigating The New World.” The conference will look at the multiple challenges thrown up by the post-pandemic geopolitical scenario, marked by a serious economic downturn.
The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers including Amitabh Kant (G20 Sherpa, Government of India), Deep Kalra (Founder and Chairman at MakeMyTrip Limited), Aman Gupta (Co-Founder and CMO, boAt Lifestyle), Aditya Ghosh (Founder, Homage and Co-Founder, AkasaAir), Shikhar Dhawan (Indian Cricketer), Alok Mittal (Co-founder and CEO at Indifi Tech), Apurva Chamaria(Head, Startups and VC at Google India), among others.
Speaking on the event, Geetika Dayal, Executive Director, TiE Delhi-NCR said, “We have designed sessions, masterclasses, and networking formats to equip entrepreneurs and startup founders with the tool kit and knowledge they need to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.”
TiEcon this year will also see further events, including two report launches: “Creating 10x Women Founders – Women Entrepreneurship Report” and “Indian Startup Ecosystem: Road to Hyperscale TiE – BCG – Times Report,” as well as awards for startups and entrepreneurs across sectors.
These include the Knights of Supply Chain award, the 15th TiE Lumis Entrepreneurial Excellence Award, and the 9th TiE- Power2SME Spirit of Manufacturing Awards.
“We are excited to launch two extensive reports, one focusing on women entrepreneurs and others on Road to Hyperscale. We are looking forward to welcoming all stakeholders of the startup community in-person after being virtual for two years,” Dayal added.
At TiEcon Delhi 2023, startups and entrepreneurs can take advantage of the chance to present their ventures, connect with investors, participate in TiE Institute’s knowledge sessions, and explore possibilities for partnerships.
This year’s TiEcon includes the introduction of Privilege Pass which encompasses initiatives like Bank on Breakfast, Advice from Achievers, High Tea with High Flyers, and Lunch with Leaders. Through these initiatives, attendees can avail themselves of exclusive interaction opportunities with some of the most distinguished leaders, mentors, and investors in the industry.
Google, Sequoia, and Microsoft are key partners at this year’s conference. The previous edition of the event successfully concluded with the appearance of Vinod Khosla, Isha Ambani, Falguni Nayar, Rajan Anandan, and many more.
Prashant Tandon, CEO and Co-founder, Tata 1mg and co-chair, said, “Sitting here in India, we are seeing immense opportunity ahead, lots of optimism, lots of opportunity to build, but we know we have huge challenges. Especially in the short term, we must survive and then we will thrive. So join us at TiEcon Delhi, 2023 and be a part of the action.”
Suchi Mukherjee, Founder and CEO, Limeroad and co-chair, said, “At TiEcon Delhi 2023 you will have ten hours of intense learning, authentic conversations where you can meet founders from across the country. It’s a place where founders curate the agenda for other founders. It’s a place where corridors are filled not just with pleasantries, but also with deep, authentic conversations about people’s experiences.”