Overview

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving world, transforming your passion into a thriving business is no longer just a distant dream. It is a tangible reality that can be achieved with the right guidance, strategy, and inspiration. With this vision in mind, the Department of Biotechnology at Sharda University is excited to host an exclusive entrepreneurial talk and alumni interaction session for students pursuing Biotechnology and Food Technology.

The event, titled "Creating a Brand: Turning Your Passion into a Business", is designed to offer invaluable insights to students interested in pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors within the biotechnology and food technology sectors. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world business applications, equipping students with the tools and knowledge needed to transform their interests into sustainable, innovative businesses.

Event Overview:

This session will feature successful alumni who have ventured into biotechnology and food technology startups, sharing their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs. The event will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn from those who have successfully navigated the entrepreneurial landscape, offering practical advice on identifying market opportunities, building a brand, and scaling a business in the highly competitive biotech and food tech industries.

The talk will cover essential topics such as:

  1. 1Building a brand from the ground up
  2. Identifying and leveraging your passion for business success
  3. Key challenges faced in the entrepreneurial journey and how to overcome them
  4. Real-life experiences from successful biotech and food tech startups

This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from those who have navigated the path from education to entrepreneurship. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain practical knowledge, ask questions, and network with like-minded peers and professionals.

Objectives of Event

The primary objective of the event, "Creating a Brand: Turning Your Passion into a Business," is to empower Biotechnology and Food Technology students with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration needed to explore entrepreneurial opportunities in their respective fields. Through this session, we aim to:

1. Inspire Entrepreneurial Thinking: Encourage students to consider entrepreneurship as a viable career path and to recognize how their passions and academic knowledge can lead to innovative business ideas.

2. Provide Practical Insights: Offer real-world advice and practical tips from successful alumni who have successfully transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship in biotechnology and food technology.

3. Foster Brand-Building Skills: Equip students with the foundational understanding of how to build, manage, and scale a brand, particularly within the biotechnology and food tech sectors.

4. Bridge the Gap Between Education and Industry: Facilitate a meaningful interaction between students and alumni, enabling students to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and strategies involved in launching a business in these industries.

5. Encourage Networking and Collaboration: Create opportunities for students to engage with professionals and peers who share a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, fostering future collaborations and mentorship opportunities.

By the end of this event, students will have a clearer vision of how they can leverage their education and passion to create impactful, sustainable businesses in the biotechnology and food technology sectors.

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Chief Guest Details:

Mr. Nitish Ranjan 

Managing Director of **Healthy Whey (Epifamily Private Limited)**, a leading brand in the health and wellness sector.

Speaker Details:

  • Mr. Nitish Ranjan , Director , Healthy Whey (Epifamily Private Limited)