Pune, Maharashtra - January 9, 2024: Ideas to Impacts Hub, a prominent B2B Tech Startup Incubator, is gearing up to host the National Startup Day Celebration at its headquarters in Baner, Pune, on January 13, 2024. The event is set to be a convergence of influential minds from the industry, catering to an enthusiastic audience of more than 250 startup founders, investors, and experts.

Ideas to Impacts Hub has been a driving force in empowering the local startup community for the past three years, actively contributing to the Startup India Initiative by DPIIT. Supported by the Startup India Seed Fund, the hub has successfully funded six early-stage startups and provided valuable guidance to numerous innovators, aiding them in realizing their full potential.

Empowering Pune's Startup Ecosystem:

With a mission to strengthen Pune's startup ecosystem, Ideas to Impacts Hub has played a pivotal role. Operating two centers that have empowered over 50 startups, the hub is expanding its footprint across the city to establish similar models and support more entrepreneurs on their journey to success. Tushar Shetty, CEO of Ideas to Impacts Hub, expressed the hub's commitment to building Pune as a leading startup hub in India, backed by the support of Startup India.

Monica Holey Belsare, COO of Ideas to Impacts Hub, reflected on the overwhelming success of the previous National Startup Day, citing the passion of the audience and the valuable insights from expert panelists. She highlighted the hub's ambition to elevate the event even further this year, with visionary leaders aiming for billion-dollar dreams, both within India and internationally. The primary motive behind such events is to foster exponential growth in the startup ecosystem.

Key Highlights of National Startup Day Celebration 2024:

• Panel Discussions and Fireside Chats:

Visionary leaders and stalwarts, including Kapil Shelke (Founder & CEO, Tork Motors), Devendra Gupta (CoFounder & CEO, Ecozen), Kunal Gupta (CoFounder & CEO, EMotorad), Rohit Chattopadyay (CoFounder, Fittr), Sreejith Moolayil (CoFounder & COO, True Elements), Ajinkya Hange (CoFounder, Two Brothers Organic Farms), and Andy Barker (Business Consultant, Ker & Ker), will engage in insightful discussions.

• Startup Appreciation Ceremony:

The event will recognize and celebrate promising startups in the Pune ecosystem, appreciating their contributions and milestones. This ceremony serves as a testament to the vibrant and evolving startup landscape in Pune.

• Interactive Startup Booths:

The celebration will feature a variety of startup booths, providing attendees with the opportunity to interact with fellow innovators, explore emerging technologies, and discover groundbreaking solutions.

Ideas to Impacts Hub is positioning the National Startup Day Celebration as a flagship event in its calendar, focused on fostering innovation, encouraging collaboration, and creating a conducive environment for networking and learning. The previous year's event witnessed a significant turnout of over 200 attendees and featured inspirational talks from ten distinguished speakers.

As Pune continues to establish itself as a hub for entrepreneurial endeavors, the National Startup Day Celebration 2024 is expected to play a crucial role in further catalyzing the growth of startups, fostering a culture of innovation, and establishing Pune as a prominent player in India's startup ecosystem. The event aims to provide a platform for startups to showcase their achievements, connect with industry leaders, and pave the way for future collaborations.