Shillong: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong has commenced the third iteration of its highly anticipated Summer School Bootcamp, a dynamic five-day entrepreneurship immersion designed to cultivate the burgeoning startup landscape across Northeast India.
From May 13th to May 17th, the programme has drawn together a vibrant cohort of 59 individuals representing all eight states of the Northeast. This diverse group encompasses enthusiastic college students, ambitious aspiring entrepreneurs, and the visionary founders of nascent startups, all chosen for their keen interest in fostering innovation and driving impactful change within the region.
Spearheaded by the IIM Shillong Foundation for Incubation and Entrepreneurship (IIMSFIE), the intensive bootcamp places a strong emphasis on imparting practical skills essential for building successful startups and nurturing a robust entrepreneurial mindset. The curriculum seamlessly integrates engaging classroom sessions with invaluable mentorship provided by seasoned startup founders, accomplished industry experts, and experienced faculty members, offering participants a tangible, hands-on journey through the processes of ideation, refinement, and effective pitching of their business ventures.
A fundamental objective of the bootcamp is to empower participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to address the unique developmental challenges prevalent in Northeast India through the power of innovative solutions. The comprehensive sessions include focused workshops on crucial aspects such as business model development, the application of design thinking principles, effective funding strategies, and rigorous market validation techniques.
Rohit Dwivedi, the Director of IIMSFIE, underscored the significant untapped entrepreneurial potential that resides within the Northeast and emphasized the critical need for innovative solutions driven by the region’s youth. Meanwhile, the interim Director of IIM Shillong, Naliniprava Tripathy, passionately encouraged the participants to view obstacles not as roadblocks but as fertile ground for opportunity, further highlighting the institute’s overarching commitment to fostering a supportive and thriving startup ecosystem throughout the Northeast.
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