Report on “SVIMS Entrepreneurial Talk”

26th March 2025 by Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee.

Event Overview: The “SVIMS Entrepreneurial Talk,” organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee, was successfully held on 26th March 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Conference Room. Total 15 students participated, this engaging event brought together students who are actively involved in businesses, either as part of their family business or their own ventures. The objective of the session was to foster an environment of learning, networking, and support for entrepreneurial growth.

Participants and Discussions: The session provided a platform for students to share insights about their businesses. These entrepreneurs represented a wide variety of sectors, including brand building, imported shoes and bags, food stalls, vegetable stores, travel and tours, and financial literacy. The students discussed the challenges they face, their aspirations, and how the college can assist them in scaling their ventures.

They expressed a need for greater support from the college management in areas like mentorship, funding opportunities, networking, and resources to help them expand their businesses. Many students also highlighted the value of collaborating with peers who have diverse expertise, as they found strong resources within each other’s experiences and skill sets.

High Lights:

1. Students shared an overview of their businesses and their goals for growth.
2. They discussed the kind of support and resources they require from the college to achieve their entrepreneurial aspirations.
3. A sense of community and networking was fostered among the participants, with students exchanging ideas and building relationships for future collaboration.

Conclusion: The “SVIMS Entrepreneurial Talk” was a fruitful session, offering valuable insights into the entrepreneurial journeys of the students. The discussion underscored the importance of nurturing young entrepreneurs and the vital role that the college plays in supporting them. Moving forward, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee will consider the suggestions made by the students to enhance support for aspiring business owners and to encourage an entrepreneurial spirit within the college community.

We look forward to more such enriching sessions that bring students and faculty together to promote innovation and business development.

Faculty In charge:                                                       Student Coordinators:

Dr. Vaishali Singh                                                      Convenor-Mithil Valodra (MMS)    

Prof. Deepa Shah                                                        Co-convenor- Rohan Pawar  , Suraj Prajapati (PGDM)