The workshop focused on providing practical insights into start-ups, including idea generation, financial planning, and capital raising strategies. Dr. Amresh Kumar introduced students to the Design Thinking approach, emphasizing user-centric innovation and problem-solving.
The session included discussions on successful start-up journeys such as Zomato, Ola Cabs, Uber, Practo, and Airbnb. These examples helped students understand real-world challenges and success factors in entrepreneurship.
Additionally, case studies such as Jeevan Bindi and Aarambh Help Desk were discussed to highlight the importance of social innovation and problem-solving. The speaker motivated students with the thought-provoking message:
“Start-ups might fail, but start-up founders never.”