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ET MAKE IN INDIA SME REGIONAL SUMMITS

The ET Make in India Regional Summits comprise a series of on-ground events across India, to bring together local MSMEs, policymakers, enablers, and industry stakeholders. These summits aim to unravel opportunities, tackle challenges, and foster knowledge-sharing and networking to propel the next phase of growth for Indian MSMEs.

Under the overarching theme of 'Empowering MSMEs: Driving India's Century of Sustainable Growth,' the ET Make in India Regional Summits mark the beginning of ET's year-long endeavour to champion, acknowledge, and fortify the Indian MSME sector. Each summit will encompass a diverse array of discussions and sessions, including masterclasses, showcases of MSME solutions, and panel discussions. Through these regional summits, ET endeavours to raise awareness, facilitate networking and industry-specific learning, applaud and honour local MSMEs, and pinpoint opportunities and strategies for crafting globally competitive, future-ready MSMEs.

Agenda

May 18, 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM Keynote Address

Empowering the state's MSMEs: How Telangana is shaping the future

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Jayesh Ranjan

IAS, Special Chief Secretary of the Industries & Commerce (I&C) and Information Technology (IT), Government of Telangana

May 18, 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM Fireside Chat

How Telangana can be India’s growth engine: The challenges and opportunities

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Mahankali Srinivas Rao

CEO, T-Hub

May 18, 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Presentation

Empowering Indian MSMEs through Digital Transformation

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Shoban Babu

Head of Midmarket, Adobe India

May 18, 12:00 PM - 12:40 PM Panel Discussion

India's high-tech industry: How Hyderabad can lead from the front

Speaker
Sushant Dash

K Rama Devi

Founder, and President, Association of Lady Entrepreneurs of India (ALEAP)

Sushant Dash

Abhay Egoor

Chief Technology Officer & Co-founder, Dhruva Space - Hyderabad

Sushant Dash

Prem Kumar Vislawath

CEO, Marut Drones

Sushant Dash

Mani Vajipey

Founder & CEO, Banyan Nation

May 18, 12:40 PM - Onwards

Lunch + Networking

May 25, 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM Keynote Address

MSMEs: The growth engine of Uttar Pradesh's economy

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Alok Kumar

IAS Principal Secretary MSME & Export Promotion, Uttar Pradesh

May 25, 10:50 AM - 11:00 AM Special Address

UP MSMEs: Prospects and Challenges

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Ms. Anandi Agarwal

Chairperson Women Entrepreneur Cell Indian Industries Association Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

May 25, 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM Fireside Chat

Making UP SMEs brands of global repute

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Pranjal Yadav

IAS, Secretary, MSME & Export Promotion, Uttar Pradesh

May 25, 11:20 PM - 11:40 PM Presentation

Empowering Indian MSMEs through Digital Transformation

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Mohd Yaman

Sr. Solution Consultant, Adobe

May 25, 11:40 AM - 12:20 PM Panel Discussion

UPs industrialisation and economic growth: Finding the balance between labour-intensive manufacturing and services

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Puran Dawar

President of Agra Footwear Manufacturers and Exporters Chamber (AFMEC)

Sushant Dash

Gaurav Prakash

, Chairman MSME ,Confederation of Indian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

Sushant Dash

Nikita Khanna

Founder of Kaati carpets

Sushant Dash

Rajata Mehra

Convenor- CII Policy Advocacy Panel & Director, Rajat Chemicals Industry

May 25, 12:20 PM - Onwards

Lunch + Networking

June 8, 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM Keynote Address

Maximising Government efforts: Policies and opportunities for West Bengal's MSMEs

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Dr. Shashi Panja

Minister-in-Charge, Department Of Industry, Commerce & Enterprises, Govt of WB

June 8, 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM Fireside Chat

How West Bengal can deliver a reliable and industrious future

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Mehul Mohanka

CEO and Managing Director, Tega Industries Limited

Moderator
Sushant Dash

Anurag Srivastava

Partner, PWC

June 8, 11:20 AM - 11:50 AM Presentation

Empowering Indian MSMEs through Digital Transformation

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Ajay Joseph

Head of Sales & Channel, Digital Media, Adobe

June 8, 11:50 AM - 12:05 PM Special Address

Brand building lessons: How humble momos became a national business

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Sagar Daryani

Co-founder, Wow Momo

June 8, 12:05 PM - 12:45 PM Panel Discussion

Look east: The past, present, and future of West Bengal’s economic contribution to India

Speaker
Drishleen Sethi

Drishleen Sethi

Director, Prune & Pony Hospitality

Drishleen Sethi

Sriyam Mall

EVP- EPR & Consultancy, Hulladek Recycling Pvt Ltd

Drishleen Sethi

Prabir Bhattacharjee

Secretary General, Tea Association of India

Drishleen Sethi

Tapan Nandi

Member, Committee Of Administration (COA), Council for Leather Exports (CLE)

Drishleen Sethi

Somesh Dasgupta

Whole Time Director, India Power Corp Ltd

June 8, 12:45 PM Onwards Lunch + Networking

August 10, 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM Welcome Address
August 10, 10:10 AM - 10:30 AM Keynote Address

Doing business in Tamil Nadu: How Government supports TN's trade and industry

Speakers
Sushant Dash

Dr Kalanidhi Veeraswamy

MP, Chennai - North

August 10, 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM Fireside Chat

Unlocking Global Opportunities: The Role of ECGC in MSME Export Growth

Speakers
Sushant Dash

Gaurav Anshuman

General Manager, ECGC

August 10, 10:50 AM - 12:35 PM Panel Discussion

Tamil Nadu's growth agenda: Stronger manufacturing, higher exports

Speakers
Sushant Dash

Aqeel Panaruna

President,Indian Shoe Federation

Sushant Dash

Chandrasekaran Jayaraman

Founder Director, Watsan Envirotech Private Limited

Sushant Dash

KA Shabir

Vice President - International Division & Manufacturing, Funskool India Ltd

Sushant Dash

Srivatsan Sridhar

Founder and CEO, Skydo

August 10, 01:00 PM Onwards Lunch + Networking
October 18, 06:00 PM - 06:15 PM Welcome Address
October 18, 06:15 PM - 06:30 PM Fireside Chat

Empowering MSMEs and Driving Financial Inclusion: ABFL's Vision for India's Growth

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Rakesh Singh

Managing Director & CEO, Aditya Birla Finance Limited

October 18, 06:30 PM - 06:45 PM Presentation

India's regulatory cholesterol: How compliances shackle MSMEs

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Rishi Agrawal

CEO - TeamLease Regtech Pvt. Ltd

October 18, 06:45 PM - 06:55 PM Special Address
Speaker
Sushant Dash

Jaideep Malaviya

MD - Malaviya Solar Energy Consultancy, Secretary General, Solar Thermal Federation of India, Board Director, International Solar Energy Society

October 18, 06:55 PM - 07:30 PM Panel Discussion

Scaling MSMEs in Pune: Unlocking Growth Through Services and Manufacturing Synergy

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Rujuta Jagtap

Member - Exec Council, Mahratta Chamber of Commerce and Industries & Agriculture & ED, Saj Test Plant

Sushant Dash

Ravindra Sonwane

All India Vice President, Laghu Udyog Bharati

Sushant Dash

Ramesh Prasad

Founder & Managing. Director, Econovus Packaging

Sushant Dash

Hari P Srivastava

Founder Director & Vice Chairman -Deccan Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture Ltd (DCCIA)

October 18, 07:30 PM - 07:45 PM Context Setting by ABFL and Felicitation of ABFL customers

Celebrating Success: ABFL's Journey with India's Thriving SMEs

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Santanu Basu

Head SME, Aditya Birla Finance Limited

October 18, 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM Demo Presentation

Udyog Plus Demo Session

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Shirish Mathur

Head SME Products & Digital Platforms - Aditya Birla Finance Limited

October 18, 08:00 PM - 08:15 PM SME Showcase

Creating a brand: From Pune to the US

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Indraneel Chitale

Managing Partner, Chitale Bandhu

October 18, 08:15 PM Onwards Dinner + Networking
November 13, 06:00 PM - 06:15 PM

Welcome Address

November 13, 06:15 PM - 06:30 PM Opening Keynote
Speaker
Sushant Dash

Shilpi Purohit

Joint Commissioner, Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Rajasthan

November 13, 06:30 PM - 06:45 PM Fireside chat

Empowering MSMEs and Driving Financial Inclusion: ABFL’s Vision for India’s Growth

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Rakesh Singh

Managing Director & CEO, ABFL

November 13, 06:45 PM - 07:30 PM Panel Discussion

Economic diversity: How Rajasthan can change its fortunes

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Kuldeep Singh Chandela

President of Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan(FHTR)

Sushant Dash

Ms. Raghushree Poddar

Chairperson, FICCI FLO

Sushant Dash

Mr. P. R. Sharma

Joint Director, Industries & Commerce, Govt. of Rajasthan & CEO, Rajasthan Export Promotion Council

Sushant Dash

Arvind Gupta

President, Sitapura Gem and Jewellery Industry Association (SGJIA)

Sushant Dash

Dr. K. L. Jain

President, Rajasthan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Jaipur

November 13, 07:30 PM - 07:45 PM Demo Presentation

Udyog Plus Demo Session

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Shirish Mathur

Head SME Products & Digital Platforms - Aditya Birla Finance Limited

November 13, 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM Context Setting by ABFL and Felicitation of ABFL customers

Celebrating Success: ABFL's Journey with India's Thriving SMEs

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Santanu Basu

Head SME, Aditya Birla Finance Limited

November 13, 08:00 PM - 08:15 PM SME Showcase

Art of weaving: Is carpet-making dying or thriving in Jaipur?

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Yogesh Chaudhary

Director, Jaipur Rugs

November 13, 08:15 PM - 08:30 PM Panel Discussion

Funding: The big challenge for small businesses

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Pradeep Mehta

Secretary General, CUTS International

Sushant Dash

Neeta Boochra

Designer, Social Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker and Celebrity Columnist

November 13, 08:30 PM Onwards Dinner + Networking
November 28, 06:00 PM - 06:10 PM

Welcome Address

November 28, 06:10 PM - 06:20 PM Opening Keynote
November 28, 06:20 PM - 06:40 PM Fireside chat

Unlocking Growth: Empowering MSMEs Through Market Access and Financial Opportunities

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Radha Krithivasan

Head, Listing and SME, BSE

Sushant Dash

Dr. Faruk Patel

Chairman and MD, KP Group

November 28, 06:40 PM - 07:20 PM Panel Discussion

Capturing new opportunities, spreading risk: How businesses in Surat can diversify

Speaker
Sushant Dash

Chirag Patel

Co-founder, Stratefix

Sushant Dash

Vijay Mangukiya

Regional Chairman, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)

November 28, 07:20 PM - 07:30 PM SME Showcase
November 28, 07:30 PM - 07:40 PM Fireside chat on SME Funding
November 28, 07:45 PM Onwards Dinner + Networking

Why Should You Attend?

Knowledge Exchange

Facilitates the Exchange of Knowledge and experiences among industry peers.

Thought Leadership

A platform for thought leaders to explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities impacting the future of SMEs

Networking & Collaboration

Cultivate networking opportunities and collaboration among professionals and service providers from diverse industries

Innovation & Growth

Explore innovative strategies, technologies, and practices that are propelling the growth of SMEs

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ET Make in India SME Regional Summit in Chennai: Empowering MSMEs for India's sustainable growth
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ET Make in India SME Regional Summit, Pune: Empowering MSMEs for sustainable growth
ET Make in India SME Regional Summit, Jaipur: Empowering MSMEs for India's sustainable growth

Who Should Attend

  • Government officials and policymakers
  • Small business owners looking for growth strategies
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises seeking funding advice
  • Industry experts, policymakers, and enablers from the MSME ecosystem
  • Investors and financiers interested in MSMEs
  • Business consultants, coaches, and mentors working with MSMEs
  • Representatives from industry associations involved in MSME development

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Frequently asked questions

What is the SME Summit?

The ET Make in India SME Summit is a series of on-ground events held across India, designed to unite local MSMEs, policymakers, enablers, and industry stakeholders. These summits aim to explore opportunities, address challenges, and foster knowledge-sharing and networking within the Indian MSME ecosystem.

Who should attend the ET’s Regional SME Summit?

The ET’s Regional MSME Summit is ideal for a diverse group of participants, including:

  • Government officials and policymakers involved in economic development.
  • Small business owners seeking effective growth strategies.
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises looking for funding advice.
  • Industry experts, policymakers, and enablers who operate within the MSME ecosystem.
  • Investors and financiers focused on opportunities within MSMEs.
  • Business consultants, coaches, and mentors who specialise in advising MSMEs.
  • Representatives from industry associations dedicated to MSME development.
These summits provide a valuable platform for these stakeholders to engage, learn, and collaborate towards advancing the MSME sector.

When are the ET MSME Awards typically held each year?

The annual ET MSME Awards ceremony is typically scheduled to take place between the months of August and December. The awards aim to honour businesses and individuals who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and leadership in various aspects of the MSME ecosystem, including entrepreneurship, sustainability, technology adoption, and community impact.

When and where is the ET Regional SME Summit taking place?

The ET Make in India MSME Regional Summit is taking place in several cities across India including Hyderabad on May 18, Lucknow on May 25 and Kolkata on June 8, 2024.

When is MSME Day celebrated?

MSME Day, or Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day, is celebrated on June 27th each year. This day recognizes the contributions of these enterprises in global economic development and sustainable development goals.

How can I register for the ET MSME Summit?

To register for the ET Make in India MSME Regional Summit, you can visit the official website where you'll find the registration details and the online sign-up form. Website Link - https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/spotlight/sme_regional_summit

Will there be keynote speakers at the ET MSME Summit?

Yes, the ET Make In India MSME Regional Summit will feature several distinguished keynote speakers from prominent organisations, including the Industries & Commerce (I&C) and Information Technology (IT) departments of the Government of Telangana, the MSME & Export Promotion department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, and other esteemed institutions.

How do the ET Make in India Regional Summits aim to support local MSMEs?

The ET Make in India Regional Summits are designed to support local MSMEs by providing a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exposure to the latest industry trends and innovations. Through these summits, MSMEs gain access to key policymakers, industry leaders, and potential partners, enhancing their opportunities for growth and collaboration. Additionally, the summits facilitate discussions on policy advocacy, offer training through masterclasses, and present showcases of successful MSME solutions, all aimed at empowering MSMEs to navigate challenges and thrive in the competitive market.

Is there a registration fee for the ET MSME Summit?

No, there is no registration fee for the ET MSME Summit. Participation in the event is free of charge, allowing a wide range of stakeholders to attend. This ensures that all interested parties can benefit from the knowledge-sharing, networking, and growth opportunities offered at the summit.

What is the duration of ET's commitment to championing the MSME sector through these summits?

ET's commitment to championing the MSME sector through these regional summits spans a year-long endeavour. This initiative includes a series of summits, MSME Day Virtual Conclave, and the ET MSME Awards designed to support, acknowledge, and strengthen the MSME sector across different regions, fostering sustainable growth and development.

What is the overarching theme of the ET Make in India Regional Summits?

The overarching theme of the ET Make in India Regional Summits is ‘Empowering MSMEs: Driving India's Century of Sustainable Growth.’ This theme underscores the importance of strengthening the MSME sector to ensure sustainable economic growth for India. The summits focus on equipping MSMEs with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive, thereby contributing significantly to India's long-term development and global competitiveness.

What is the primary objective of the ET Make in India Regional Summits?

The primary objective of the ET Make in India Regional Summits is to empower MSMEs by bringing together local businesses, policymakers, enablers, and industry stakeholders. These summits aim to explore opportunities, address challenges, and promote knowledge-sharing and networking, thereby driving sustainable growth and enhancing the global competitiveness of Indian MSMEs.

What topics will be covered at the ET MSME Summit?

The ET Make in India MSME Regional Summit will cover essential topics such as Industry 4.0, SME financing, technology adoption, supply chain and logistics, policy advocacy, global expansion strategies, skilling and reskilling, diversity in the MSME sector, and sustainability and green finance. These discussions aim to address challenges, explore opportunities, and promote growth and competitiveness for MSMEs.

What types of activities and sessions are included in the ET Make in India Regional Summits?

The ET Make in India Regional Summits offer a dynamic mix of activities including expert-led masterclasses, insightful panel discussions, networking opportunities, showcases of innovative MSME solutions, and policy advocacy sessions. These are designed to equip MSMEs with the knowledge and connections needed to navigate market challenges and seize growth opportunities.