Presents
Empowering Emerging Entrepreneurs, Fostering Technology & Innovation
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas
Thursday, July 04, 2024 (09.00 AM CST)
Friday, June 30, 2023
(9 AM PST to 5 PM PST)
Empowering Emerging Entrepreneurs, Fostering Technology & Innovation
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas
Thursday, July 04, 2024
(09.00 AM CST)
Sacramento, California
The Federation of Tamil Sangams of North America (FeTNA) is launching the FeTNA International Tamil Entrepreneurs Network (FiTEN). FiTEN in association with Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission (StartupTN) is organising the first Global Tamil Startup Investors Summit, in Chennai, to benefit and promote Startups and Global Tamil Investors.
The Leela Palace, Chennai
9th January 2023, Monday
Multiple Interesting sessions on contemporary business topics and trends, keynotes and fireside chats are being planned. Information forthcoming...
8:00 to 9:00
Registration
9:00 to 9:30
Tamil Thai Vaazhthu
Lighting of Kuthuvizhakku
Startup TN Inaugural Address
Sivarajah Ramanathan
Mission Director & CEO, Startup TN
Congratulating Address
Thamizhachi Thangapandian
Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
Karthikeya Sivasenapathy
President of the NRI Tamils Welfare Board
9:30 to 10:25
Session
1
A Seat at the Table
Women Entrepreneurship
Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling
10:40 to 11:25
Session
2
Why and How of Cocreation?
Startups Fueling Corporate Growth
11:25 to 11:35
Keynote 2
Kutral Veerabadran
General Partner,Nanban Ventures
11:35 to 12:20
Session
3
Defining the
Future
Innovation
You are not alone - Swim the Ecosystem that Transforms Ideas
12:20 to 12:35
Keynote 3
R Parthiban
Actor / Entrepreneur
12:35 to 12:50
Keynote 4
Dr. V Kamakoti
Director IIT
12:50 to 13:50
Lunch
13:50 to 14:45
Session
4
Founder's
Formula
Global Scaling and Exits
Learn from Successful Entrepreneurs About Their Journey from Product Concept to Fund Raising to Global Scaling to Exit.
14:45 to 16:05
Session
5
The Golden Era of
Academia
Incubation
Paradigm shift - Incubation's Role in Transforming Students to Entrepreneurs.
16:05 to 16:35
Session
6
Atmosphere of Opportunities
Partake in the Sustainable Movement.
16:35 to 18:05
Hour of Eminence
Welcome Address
Ganapathy Murugesh
Chair, FiTEN
Founder & CEO,
InfiniteGROUP
Arun Roy, I.A.S.,
Secretary to Government,
MSME Department
Bala Swaminathan
President, FeTNA
Kingsley Samuel
Secretary, FeTNA
John Britto
Sacramento Convention Coordinator
Guests of Honour Address
Thiru. T.M. Anbarasan
Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MS&ME)
Government of
Tamil Nadu
Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan
Minister for
Finance & Human Resources Management,
Government of Tamil Nadu
Thiru. Mano Thangaraj
Minister for Information Technology
Government of Tamil Nadu
Thiru. Thangam Thennarasu
Minister for Industries
Government of Tamil Nadu
Chief Guest Address
Thiru. M.K. Stalin
Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
Keynote 5
M. Arumugam
MD & CEO Broadline Technologies Private Ltd.
Independent Director,
Tamilnadu Newsprints and Papers Limited
Chairman, Investment Committee of TNIFMC
Member of the Advisory Panel for Dept. of Industries, Govt. of Tamilnadu
Keynote 6
Vijay Karunakaran
Founder & CEO, InGage Group of Companies
Advisor - Technology, Tamil Nadu
Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests
Investment Committee Member,
Tamil Nadu Emerging Sector Seed Fund (Venture Capital)
18:20 to 18:35
Fireside Chat
C K Kumaravel
CEO, Naturals Salon & Spa
C K Ranganathan
Managing Director, CavinKare
18:35 to 18:50
Closing Keynote & Vote of Thanks
18:50 to 19:20
Break
19:20 to 22:00
Tamilisai
Marabu Kalai
FiTEN Networking Dinner
11:25 to 11:35
Keynote 2
Kutral Veerabadran
General Partner, Nanban Ventures
12:20 to 12:35
Keynote 3
R Parthiban
Actor / Entrepreneur
12:35 to 12:50
Keynote 4
Dr. V Kamakoti
Director IIT
Keynote 5
M. Arumugam
MD & CEO Broadline Technologies Private Ltd.
Independent Director, Tamilnadu
Newsprints and Papers Limited
Chairman, Investment Committee of TNIFMC
Member of the
Advisory Panel for Dept. of Industries, Govt. of Tamilnadu
Keynote 6
Vijay Karunakaran
Founder & CEO, InGage Group of Companies
Advisor - Technology, Tamil Nadu
Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests
Investment Committee Member, Tamil
Nadu Emerging Sector Seed Fund (Venture Capital)
Director STPI, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology,
Govt of India CEO FinBlue
Vice President,
Risk Management, Paypal
Chairman and CEO,
Kalpathi Investments
General Partner,
Nanban Ventures
Co-Founder, JOGO Health
Chairman, Rathinam Group of Institutions
Chief Executive Officer, Ganesan Incubation and Entrepreneurship Center - VMRF (DU)
Harvard Tamil Chair Inc
Regional Officer at United States,
India Education Foundation
Education and English Language Outreach
Coordinator, US Consulate Chennai
Political & Economic Officer
Director,
Centre for Social and Environmental Innovation
Get an inside view of how startups are founded and scaled – right from the first idea, to potential pivots, funding, and growth - the highs, lows, learnings, the “aha” moments. Tune in - It is a class act of innovation, financial acumen, vision and persistence.
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Join us at the FeTNA’s International Tamil Entrepreneurs Network (FiTEN) as we delve into the captivating journey of founders and entrepreneurs who have turned their visionary ideas into thriving realities. Discover the secrets behind their success, learn from their challenges, and gain invaluable insights that will empower you to bring your own dreams to life. FiTEN is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, industry experts, and seasoned entrepreneurs who are passionate about translating vision into tangible achievements.
Climate change continues to be the critical problem and it challenges the sustenance of the planet and our future. Solutions are needed across the board to enable the growth in our standard of living without sacrificing our generations’ future. Who better than the entrepreneurs to address this need of the hour? This eminent panel who had been putting into actions the measures for a sustainable world will address what lies ahead for us to make a meaningful impact.
Join us at the Fetna’s International Tamil Entrepreneurs Network (FiTEN) to be inspired by a powerhouse panel of women venture capitalists who are spearheading a transformation in the VC landscape. In this session, these visionary leaders will share their remarkable journeys, insights, and strategies for navigating the dynamic world of venture capital. Discover how they are championing diversity, inclusion, and innovation, paving the way for a more equitable and vibrant ecosystem. Gain valuable wisdom on breaking barriers, building successful portfolios, and fostering collaborative networks. Explore how they are disrupting the status quo, funding transformative ventures, and driving innovation across industries. Discover the unique perspectives and strategies they employ to identify promising opportunities and create lasting value. Gain insights on the importance of diversity and inclusion in investment decisions and the ripple effects of funding underrepresented founders. Walk away with a renewed sense of purpose, armed with the knowledge and inspiration to make meaningful change through intelligent investing.
In this dynamic panel discussion, prominent CXOs from leading companies will delve into the challenges and opportunities that the era of disruption presents. They will share insights into the strategies they're deploying to future-proof their organizations and adapt to an evolving business landscape characterized by rapid technological advancements, changing consumer behaviors, and emerging competitors. This panel discussion is designed for aspiring leaders, current executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, management students, and anyone interested in understanding how top executives are navigating the disruptive business landscape.