The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi’s Technology Business Incubator Catalyst is hosting third edition of its Annual Flagship Event, Himalayan Startup Trek (HST) on September 14 and 15, 2019.
Start-ups, innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs can apply to pitch during this event and get an opportunity to meet investors/experts one to one. The last date to apply is August 31, 2019. The event aims at bringing together the stakeholders of Indian Startup ecosystem and providing a platform to young entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas for incubation support and to raise funding from investors. Applications can be filled on the event website.
In the past two years, IIT Mandi Catalyst has disbursed over Rs 1 crore in grants and investments to more than 30 startups, out of which 16 are from Himachal Pradesh. Of these, four startups have progressed into the commercialisation phase. These startups have generated more than 60 employment and internship opportunities.
The event will feature an interesting portfolio of speakers ranging from experienced to young entrepreneurs, commercial investors to social impact investors, and technology experts to business experts.
The early stage startups will learn about the fundamental aspects of running a business.Operational startups that already have some experience will get to meet investors. Startup will also have a chance to interact with government officials and industry experts.
