AIC RAISE

Rising LPG prices and supply uncertainties are creating a growing challenge for households and commercial kitchens across India!

With support from AIC RAISE, startups like MetFuel and Puvitham Green Connect Pvt Ltd are shaping the future of sustainable cooking energy.

Driving a shift towards cleaner, reliable, and future-ready fuel solutions.

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Day 3 of the MSME RISE Accelerator!

Day 3 focused on marketing strategy, marketplace understanding, compliance readiness and real industry transformation.

Each session was designed to give practical exposure. Helping MSMEs think, plan and execute better.

Mr Mani Maran Ramalingam of Thedico spoke in detail about conventional and digital marketing strategies. He explained how businesses can improve visibility and measure ROI effectively. Giving clarity on how to invest smartly and generate returns.

The team from Habitat for Humanity International (TCIS) conducted an engaging marketplace activity session. Through a practical market simulation game, participants learned how to build businesses within specific budgets. The session focused on Marketplace Build Implementation Priorities in an interactive way.

Mr Sunny Surlaker of Assess Build Chem Pvt. Ltd. delivered insights on compliance and regulatory readiness. He outlined key certifications and quality standards required for MSMEs. Emphasising the importance of structured and compliant growth.

The day concluded with industry insights from Mr M. R. Vidhyaprakash, who shared his business journey and how the Habitat team supported and empowered his growth. A real example of transformation from pilot support to successful market presence.

Day 3 empowered our MSMEs to move forward with confidence and readiness to scale.

Entrepreneurship Awareness Program 101!

An impactful Entrepreneurship Awareness Program was successfully organized by AIC RAISE in association with MSME Development & Facilitation Office Coimbatore, with engaging 80+ enthusiastic students.

The session began with a Welcome Note by Mr. Pradeep Raj M S, Associate Vice President, AIC RAISE, followed by the Presidential Address delivered by Dr. Nagaraj Balakrishnan, CEO & Vice President, AIC RAISE Business Incubator.

The Special Address was delivered by Ms. B. Kayalvizhi, Assistant Director, Br. MSME DFO, Coimbatore, highlighting opportunities and government support for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Mr. L. PL Angappan led an engaging “Startup 360°” session, offering insights into an entrepreneurial mindset and leadership, followed by Dr. Vivek Manoharan, Co-founder & Head of Strategic Partnerships at Bipolar Factory, guided students on taking the first step into the startup journey.

The program concluded with an interactive Entrepreneurship Blueprint Activity conducted by Ms. Shanmugha Jeyashree B, PD & Innovation Engineer, AIC RAISE, giving students hands-on exposure to startup planning.

A powerful day of inspiration, clarity, and action - shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs.

The Post Budget Dialogue'26 event held at AIC RAISE marked a meaningful platform for dialogue, collaboration, and shared perspectives, bringing together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders under one roof.

The Industry-Academia Dialogue on Post Budget 2026, jointly organised by SICCI and AIC RAISE, brought together industry, finance, and academic leaders for insightful discussions on policy, growth, and innovation.

The session opened with a Welcome Address by Mr Manikandan S, Member, SICCI Executive Committee & MD, Spero Mobility & Energy Solution (P) Ltd, followed by strategic insights from Dr Nagaraj Balakrishnan, CEO – AIC RAISE & CBO – Rathinam Group of Institutions. The Keynote Address by CA Jalapathi K, Chair - SICCI Taxation Committee, Coimbatore, provided a comprehensive overview of the Union Budget 2026.

Panel discussions featured Mr M. Karthikeyan, President, CODISSIA, CA Gopalakrishna Mahesh, Founder Director, Financial Crest Pvt. Ltd, Dr Dhanaraj V T, HOD - Commerce, Rathinam Group of Institutions, and Dr Keerthi B S, Director - MBA, Rathinam School of Management, moderated by Mr Manikandan S and Mr Pradeep Raj M S, AVP - AIC RAISE, highlighting industry opportunities, MSME growth, and academia-industry collaboration.

Grateful to SICCI, the speakers, participants, and the entire organizing team for making the event impactful and engaging.

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