The Workshop on Raising Capital and Managing Finance for Startups was organized to empower aspiring and early-stage startup founders with essential financial knowledge and strategies for securing funding. This interactive session provided valuable insights into key aspects of startup financing, including various investment sources, financial planning, risk management, and techniques to attract investors.
The workshop featured two distinguished speakers: Mr. Sanket Kadam, Industrial Officer at the District Industries Centre, Ratnagiri, who shared his expertise on government schemes and financial subsidies available for startups and MSMEs; and Mrs. Rama Ranade, Director of Dhruv Shipping and Consultancy Company, Pune, who brought practical insights into financial planning, fundraising, and project report preparation, with an emphasis on market trends and business opportunities. The event began with a warm welcome by Dr. A.K. Sharma, IIC Coordinator from the Department of Electrical Engineering, who introduced the speakers and set the tone for an engaging and informative session.
