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EntrepreneurshipVisakhapatnam is turning into a hub for start-ups. The opportunities here are tremendous for entrepreneurs. The ecosystem of the city is characterised by presence of many big manufacturing companies, the developing IT sector, pharmaceutical industry, educational institutes, corporate offices and the mesmerising beaches and mountains. The city provides the right atmosphere for any entrepreneurial venture to prosper. The Incubation Centre at IIM Visakhapatnam is working towards the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Andhra Pradesh. It has already begun to create an impact by mentoring and supporting women entrepreneurs. At the Incubation Centre, we provide a platform to the entrepreneurial ventures to connect with mentors, academia and with other key players for entrepreneurial development. The incubated entrepreneurs get access to various services which are necessary for the growth of their ventures. We welcome you to be a part of our Incubation centre by applying to our various entrepreneurship programmes.

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Testimonials

Kambhampati Vijaya Radhika

WSP-2018

The Women Startup Program has boosted up a new energy to prove as women can achieve anything. WSP played a constructive role in achieving my dreams of becoming an Entrepreneur. WSP starting from MOOC till Incubation, the teams at IIMV and NSRCEL - IIMB have been supportive and facilitated all the women to be successful in their ventures. The professor's, successful Entrepreneur's and mentoring sessions helped us a lot for a great learning. WSP is a great boon to all the women who are aspired to achieve their goals of becoming a successful Entrepreneur.

Sunita Chitlangia Chandak

WSP-2018

I had attended the first bootcamp which was conducted as a part of Women Startup Programme –2018. We had sessions on Communication, Accounting, Banking, and entrepreneurial learning , etc. . I experienced in myself a great change as I became more confident, more determined and it seems as if nothing is impossible and unreachable in this world, if one have a strong will power. This complete filtering of mind for creative learning became possible only because of our mentors Shameem Sir, Naga Sir, Uma Madam and our incubation Manager Subhasree Nayak. As I travel long distance from Ranchi to Vizag , they provide me with whatever support they can. I am also very thankful as they provide me with every productive feedback after every fortnightly review and also organize sessions during our monthly reviews with Industrialist, Eminent professors to enrich our existing knowledge, so that we can work on our venture successfully and come out with flying colors.

Usha

WSP-2018

While the boot camps acted as the fuel to kickstart ourselves as entrepreneurs with sufficient skills embedded ,the Moocs have been a great help in guiding us through the most important step of brainstorming and coming up with an idea. And the people that have been speaking and mentoring us in every single sessions since the first boot camp have only increased the zeal within us to become an ENTREPRENUER.

P.Gowri Kusuma

WSP-2018

WSP 2018 is a boon to all women who have an entrepreneurial bug in them, but do not know how to start their journey. When I enrolled in this program, I did not understand the intensity of this course. It has transformed me and empowered me to dream big and aim high. This platform gave the opportunity to interact with various entrepreneurs, Professors, mentors, industry experts and other eminent people who inspire us everyday. Boot camp 1 at IIM V helped us to crystalize our idea. Boot camp 2 at NSRCEL IIM B gave us the basic nuances involved in entrepreneurship. Incubation at IIM V is the most beautiful part of this program. The hand holding by IIM V is making us confident that we can overcome any hurdle in our journey. We are working on one venture but our coordinator Prof. Shameem Jawed and Ms.Subhasree are working on 25 ventures...... I am blessed to be part of WSP 2018

Jupudi Vasantha Madhuri

WSP-2018, Boot Camp, Visakhapatnam

Boot Camp one has made me aware of how diversified the group was with respect to age and academic backgrounds. It was quite amazing how IIM Visakhapatnam has pulled a common thread that connects all of us, got experts from various domains and made the learning process effortless. Activity sessions that were planned post lunch have definitely kept us on toes. Like I had, I am very sure everyone of us had key takeaways at the end of boot camp one.

Lakshmi Teja Vanakuri

WSP-2018

Attending Women Startup Program was a big step in my professional career. The professors at the institute have helped me transform from a fussy college-goer to an ambitious executive. Each time I attend one of their events, I walk away looking forward for the next one. I’ve made connections, even met potential investors, mentors, professors from other institutes through my involvement with IIM Visakhapatnam. It gave me the vocabulary and basic business sense of what it takes to be a startup. The biggest draw by far is the interaction I had with extremely passionate and intelligent entrepreneurs. This is also a place for peer learning. I’ve gained access to executives at dozens of top global companies. As a sole founder/CEO, it sometimes seems like a long haul with many emotional ups and downs. The entire team at IIM Visakhapatnam has been a tremendous catalyst to our success and this program has accelerated growth of Sattva Naturals. We are very delighted to announce the closing sales for the last month (February) at Rs. 9,18,362/-

Shanti Tunuguntla

WSP-2018

I am so pleased I had the opportunity to participate in WSP 2018. My experience in this program has given me a wealth of practical knowledge and has supported me in developing the processes and tools to take my venture to the next level. The program advisers are very generous and their care, knowledge and time are priceless. Throughout the program; the curriculum, the mentorship and the network built has proven to be invaluable. It has strengthened my entrepreneurial confidence to grow my venture to the next level. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to learn and grow in the company of such an outstanding group of experts and fellows.

Shalini Peddada

WSP-2018

First of all the selection process was so exciting. I was surprised to know that IIMs assess the individual more than the venture. Second is the review sessions. Reporting in these sessions compelled me for result oriented performance, which in the long run geared me up to get more focussed in my venture activities. Mentoring and one-to-one sessions always provided appropriate guidance to help me take the right direction. Overall, this program has made me an organised person, helped me dream big and prepared me to realise them systematically.

Srinija Aparna Kotamraju

WSP-2018

It is an honour to be part of WSP, as it has just not given me an opportunity to start my dream project, but also has given me a new spirit to with stand as an entrepreneur and as a confidant person. I am sincerely grateful to NSRCEL/IIM Bangalore and IIM Visakhapatnam for choosing me in this program and believing in me. Our mentors guidance is the best we got from this program. I am sincerely thankful to IIM Visakhapatnam mentors for being very approachable and encouraging, We are fortune enough to have mentors like Prof Shameen Jawed who always supported us, keep us in track, and guide us patiently, which is why we are able to reach the milestones successfully. Will always be grateful for this support.