Let's not begin with what we are but what we could have been. Imagine India of 1947 we have just got independence. What could have happened if we could have adopted not the clerical you know job creation uh education system for the British Empire but rather an opportunity for education uh you know ecosystem where we cultivated creators risktakers and nation builders.What if our classrooms were not about silence and obedience but about dialogue, discovery and dissent. Right. What if we instead of rewarding m ...

Startup Ecosystem Overview - The ecosystem boasts 165万 (1.65 million) startups and is projected to double by 2030 [6] - India has 180 unicorns and is rapidly adding more [6] - There are over 870 registered accelerators and incubators, supported equally by government and private institutions [7] - The government has allocated 10,000 crore (100 billion) rupees for nurturing startups, with another 10,000 crore (100 billion) rupees fund being created [9] Technological Advancement & Infrastructure - In 2018, the ratio of internet-connected devices to humans was 240%, and it has grown to approximately 360% [3] - India is transitioning from fossil fuels to electric vehicles and then to hydrogen power [5] - 4G or 5G networks are available in approximately 7,900 towns and over 140,000 villages [15] - The average cost of internet data is just 9.08 rupees per gigabyte [16] Investment & Talent - The country has received over 155 billion USD in funding from venture capitalists in the last decade [11] - The education system is expected to produce another 18 million STEM graduates by 2027 [12] - The median age of the population is 28.4 years [13] Digital Adoption & Usage - India is the second-largest internet user base globally [14] - Average Indian consumes around 24 GB of data [16] - India is number one in terms of real-time bank payments [17]

[Música] Él es Gerardo Ferraz, CEO Ecopuls. Él nos dice, "The only impossible journey is the one you never begin." Bienvenido, Gerardo. La he regado muchísimas más veces de las que he tenido éxito en esta vida.La realidad de las cosas es que nunca me habían pedido platicar de los tiempos difíciles, de las razones, de las veces que he estado sentado a punto de llorar y decir que ya la regué y que no voy a seguir adelante. Y siempre me había tocado parar aquí a platicar de las empresas que tenemos, los grande ...

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Core Insights - Rohit Kapoor, chairman and CEO of EXL, was awarded the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 New York Award by Ernst & Young LLP, recognizing his leadership in high-growth companies [1][2][3] - The award highlights the importance of long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, and significant growth and impact in business [2][4] - Kapoor emphasized that the award reflects the collective efforts of EXL's 60,000 employees and the culture of innovation within the company [3] Company Overview - EXL is a global data and AI company founded in 1999, specializing in transforming business models and driving growth through data and AI solutions [12] - The company serves leading corporations across various industries, including insurance, healthcare, banking, retail, and energy [12] - EXL is headquartered in New York and employs approximately 60,000 people worldwide [12] Awards and Recognition - The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has recognized over 11,000 entrepreneurs since its inception in 1986, expanding to nearly 60 countries [6][7] - As a regional award winner, Kapoor is eligible for the national awards, with winners announced at the Strategic Growth Forum in November [3][7] - The program celebrates various types of business leaders, including original founders, transformational CEOs, and family business leaders [4]

Key Principles for Innovation & Entrepreneurship - Build products that the company itself desires, rather than solely focusing on market research or investor demands [2][3] - Embrace the "maze mindset," viewing the startup journey as non-linear and pivoting when encountering obstacles instead of giving up [9][14] - Encourage interdisciplinary thinking and hiring diverse talent beyond specialists, integrating humanities and arts with technology [15][17] Steve Jobs' Early Ventures & Lessons - Steve Jobs' early experiences, such as hacking AT&T's phone network, were formative in shaping Apple's revolutionary DNA [1][4] - Jobs and Wozniak sold their prized possessions, including Wozniak's HP65 calculator (valued at $500) and Jobs' VW van (valued at $1,500), to fund their early ventures [7] - The initial sale of 50 Apple 1 units to a local computer shop generated $25,000 in revenue [7][8] Apple's Trajectory & Impact - NeXT's initial hardware failure led to a pivot to software, which was later acquired by Apple for $400 million and became macOS [10][14] - Apple's success stems from integrating a liberal arts perspective into technology, attracting a broader audience [16] - Apple's current valuation is in the trillions of dollars, with over a billion users worldwide, originating from humble beginnings in a garage [22]

[Music] In 2019, I was this close to becoming a homeless former MissUSA. I decided to embark on a very interesting journey. A journey that everyone raves about, glamorizes, and romanticizes.A journey called entrepreneurship. What many people don't tell you about entrepreneurship is that it's very similar to swimming against the current. And that current never lets up, never allows you any progress or any real movement forward.See, in 2017, after spending a year-long reign as the first soldier to win MissUSA ...

Every great achievement in history started as a dream. the phone in your pocket, the car that you drive, and all the businesses we admire. It all started as someone imagination.But here's the thing. Not everyone gets the chance to turn their dream into reality. How many of you here has a childhood dream that you never pursue.Really. Okay. All right.Maybe life gets in the way. Maybe someone tell you isn't practical. Or somewhere along the line you stop believing it is possible.I know that feelings. I had a d ...

Business Strategy & Entrepreneurship - The speaker emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's childhood dreams and not letting fear of uncertainty dictate life choices [2][4][12][13] - The speaker shares a personal story of starting a real estate business with limited resources (7,000 rupees) after initially pursuing a more conventional path [9] - The speaker highlights the value of perseverance, resilience, and learning from setbacks in the entrepreneurial journey [7][8] - The speaker used innovative marketing strategies, such as leveraging personal contacts' phone books and email lists for bulk SMS and email campaigns, to generate initial leads and sales [11] Personal Development & Values - The speaker underscores the significance of listening attentively and focusing on others [1] - The speaker advocates for fostering a supportive environment for children to pursue their dreams, regardless of how unconventional they may seem [12] - The speaker contrasts parental fear of uncertainty with the importance of allowing children the space to shape their own paths [4][12]

Entrepreneurship & Innovation - Encourages embracing a "sandbox" mentality in life, fostering creativity and challenging conventional boundaries [1][2][3][4] - Advocates for taking calculated risks with a high risk-to-reward ratio to avoid conforming to traditional paths [6] - Emphasizes the importance of "radical naivety" – believing in one's ability to succeed despite potential failures, as a catalyst for innovation [14][15] - Highlights that creativity is a skill that can be developed through problem-solving and leveraging opportunities [27][28] - Suggests that pursuing high-risk, high-reward endeavors pushes individuals to the edge of their knowledge, facilitating rapid learning and growth [32][33] Project Management & Teamwork - Illustrates the power of student-led initiatives, citing an example where 13 high school students supported the Slovakian government's crisis communication during the pandemic, reaching over 55 million sessions on their website [9][10] - Underscores the value of asking questions and not being afraid of the answers, which led to the development of a project management system and social media presence for the Ministry of Education [11][15][16] - Promotes the idea of "doing it and asking for permission later," emphasizing the importance of taking action and learning from mistakes [19][21][22] Business Ventures & Industry Insights - Showcases the development of a weather probe venture, highlighting the integration of knowledge from various fields like branding, marketing, and project management [23][24][25][26] - Mentions a second venture focused on connecting students with corporate opportunities in industries such as insurance, banking, medtech, and automotive [26][27] - Details winning a US Navy challenge by creating a software tool for creating replacement parts, despite initial limitations [17][18][19]