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IDEA EXPO
SAGE STARTUP SPARK
On June 13th and 14th, 2024, aimed at fostering innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship within our community. The primary objective of the Startup Conclave is to provide a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders to come together, exchange ideas, network, and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth.
Speakers
Audience
Workshops
Official Partner
SAGE Startup Spark Tracks
Topics Area
Distinguished Keynote
Gain insights from renowned industry leaders sharing their expertise and experiences
Expert Speaker
Learn from top professionals sharing valuable knowledge and unique perspectives.
Interactive Panel
Engage in dynamic discussions on critical topics with industry experts and fellow participants.
Capacity Building
Enhance your skills and understanding of corporate governance best practices.
Showcase of Best Practice
Discover effective corporate governance strategies from startups and organizations.
Networking Opportunities
Network, connect, build relationships, thrive within startup ecosystem community.
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09 AM - 10 AM Grand Opening & Welcome Address
Welcome remarks by [Organizer/Host] & Introduction to the Startup Conclave Official inauguration of the event & Address by distinguished guests
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10 AM - 11 AM Keynote Speeches by Industry Leaders
Renowned leaders in the startup ecosystem will deliver keynote speeches, sharing their experiences, insights, and vision for the future of entrepreneurship
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11 AM - 12 AM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-1
Innovation and Disruption: Driving Forcesin the Startup World
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12 AM - 01 PM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-2
Emerging Trends and Opportunities
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01 PM - 02 PM Startup Pitch Sessions
Startups will pitch theirideasto a panel of judges and potential investors.
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02 PM - 03 PM Networking Lunch
Participants will have the opportunity to network and forge Valuable connections.
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03 PM - 04 PM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-3
Funding Opportunitiesfor Startups: Exploring Investment Landscape.
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04 PM - 05 PM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-4
Building a Sustainable Startup: Strategiesfor Growth and Impact.
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05 PM Evening Networking Reception.
High Tea & relaxed networking event to furtherfacilitate interactions among participants.
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09 AM - 10 AM National Idea Hackathon
opportunity for participants to collaborate and brainstorm innovative solutions to pressing challenges.
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10 AM - 11 AM Teenpreneur
A special session dedicated to inspiring and nurturing young entrepreneurial talent (for 10th ,11th, 12th and college 1st and 2nd year)
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11 AM - 12 AM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-5
Lessonsfrom Successful Entrepreneurs: Insights and Inspirations
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12 AM - 01 PM Panel Discussion/ Expert Session-6
Business Growth Strategies, Funding, and Legal Aspects
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01 PM - 02 PM Investor Meetups and SAGE Tank Pitch Sessions
Selected Startups will have the opportunity to pitch theirideas directly to investorsin dedicated sessions
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02 PM - 03 PM Networking Lunch
Participants will have the opportunity to network and forge Valuable connections.
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03 PM - 04 PM Startup Exhibits and Demos
Startups willshowcase their products/servicesthrough exhibits and live demos.
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04 PM - 05 PM Networking Sessions
Structured networking sessionsto facilitate meaningful interactions and collaborations.
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05 PM Closing Ceremony and Awards
The conclave will culminate with a closing ceremony where outstanding startups and individuals will be recognized and awarded.
Speakers
World Class Speakers
Award & Recognition
Best Startup: Rs.1,00,000 and Certificate as chosen by the jury
First Prize- Rs. 15000
- Best women-led innovative idea
- Most sustainable and scalable Ideas
- Best Idea for Social Impact
Second Prize- Rs. 10000
- Best women-led innovative idea
- Most sustainable and scalable Ideas
- Best Idea for Social Impact
Third Prize -Rs. 5000
- Best women-led innovative idea
- Most sustainable and scalable Ideas
- Best Idea for Social Impact
SAGE STARTUP SPARK IDEA EXPO
Key Highlights
Two-day event will witness a successful selection of Start-Up ideas which will be further screened for SEED funding, Scale up funding, Mentor Connect and Onboarding to Incubation centres for incubating.
A dedicated panel of experts (Screening Committee) from corporate, Incubation centres and some of the successful startups will be shortlisting the best 100 ideas for pitching during the Conclave.
The select 100 startups will be pitching to the panel on the first day of the Conclave i.e., on 13th June,2024 through presentations. Out of which top 30 will be selected for the Final Pitching Round on June 14th to be held before the panel of heads of Incubation centres, mentors, investors and VCs.
The selected 30 will pitch on June 14th, 2024 and subsequently, based on the decision of the panel, the top teams will be selected as the first pilot batch under Campus Accelerator Program.
All TOP teams will be assigned mentors or Incubation centres from a pool of highly successful entrepreneurs who subsequently may like to invest in the venture in the future.
Out of TOP teams, investors and VCs can further support with scale-up funding.
Each startup that is a part of will be an Incubatee of SAGE Incubation & Acceleration centre. Whosoever is willing to take up physical space for an office, it’s readily available at the SAGE Incubation & Acceleration centre premises. The partner Incubation centres can also opt to co-incubate as per the choice of the startup and respective IC.