KATHMANDU, JANUARY 23
In a vibrant display of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, the Entrepreneurship Talk Series IV, organized by the Hult Prize at IOE, unfolded as an insightful and engaging event. The occasion, graced by esteemed sponsors and partners, witnessed an impressive lineup of speakers who shared their experiences, expertise, and invaluable insights with an eager audience.
The event commenced with the charismatic emcee, Sampada Tandan, setting the tone for the evening. The sponsors, including Associate Sponsor The Himalayan Times, General Sponsors Rastriya Banijya Bank and Taskade, Hosting Partner Protozoa Host, Celestial Impressions Partner Milan Tara, Artisan Woodcraft Partner Unique Wooden Crafts, Food Partner Froker Nepal, and Education Partner IDP, were acknowledged for their invaluable support.
The stage was then illuminated by the Head of the Department, Ashok Gharti Magar, who delivered a warm and welcoming speech. Neeraj Pradhan took the stage next, guiding the audience through the intricacies of idea formation and design thinking. Through a step-by-step process, Pradhan illustrated the ideation selection, emphasizing the need to test ideas with end-users and make necessary improvements for long-term success. Suhent Bickram Rana, a distinguished HOCE alumni, captured the audience's attention with his journey. Sharing valuable insights on finding one's role and navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, he encouraged the audience to fall in love with a problem and build scalable solutions.
The audience was reminded that no idea is too small, and the fear of failure should not deter aspiring entrepreneurs from taking the plunge. As a delightful gesture, tokens of love were presented to the esteemed guests, acknowledging their contribution to the event. In the end, a special mention and gratitude were extended to all sponsors, without whom the event would not have been possible.
The Entrepreneurship Talk Series IV proved to be a beacon of inspiration, sparking the flames of innovation and fostering a community of aspiring entrepreneurs at IOE.
The event concluded on a high note, leaving attendees motivated and armed with the knowledge to turn their ideas into reality.