The world is being called to tackle urgent social and environmental issues while facing significant disruption in the economy. Social change leaders can see our world not as it is but as it should be. We believe that to get to where we want to be from where we are will take more than hard work and determination. A transformative system change calls for a collaborative ecosystem that captures the strengths of social entrepreneurs, institutions, policymakers and unlikely allies to meet the growing social priorities of our country while building resilient communities.
This year, at The Huddle, we share forward-thinking insights, and explore the paths we can follow to magnify meaningful impact.
08:00 - 09:30
09:30 - 10:00
Speaker:
Anshu Bhartia (UnLtd India)
Independence and interdependence lie on the same curve. Solving the country’s stickiest problems requires more than a lively ecosystem comprised of thinkers, inspiring interactions and enabling policies and resources.
We explore the different actors and actions required to drive meaningful impact.
Venue:
Ballroom
10:00- 10:30
Speaker:
Mayank Gandhi (Global Parli)
All social organisations aspire to impact as many lives. Few organisations reach the thousands in a short period. This session provides insights on how to drive complex community-driven change while sustaining the ripple effect created by the movement.
Venue:
Ballroom
10:30 - 11:30
Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Rathish Balakrishnan (Sattva Media and Consulting Pvt Ltd)
Rema Subramanian (Ankur Capital)
Shilpa Sharma (Jaypore)
Prashant Mehra (Mindtree)
Scaling impact is a critical need, both for society and for a social organisation’s survival. What can the social sector learn from corporates who have scaled and reached a multitude, and what can corporates learn from the social sector in becoming socially responsible businesses.
Venue:
Ballroom
11:30 - 12:00
12:00 - 1:00
An entrepreneurial journey is one with many challenges and surprises, more so that of a social entrepreneur struggling with multiple bottom-lines.
We put in the spotlight 8 of our social entrepreneurs to share their personal journeys and insights on multiplying impact
Ballroom
Living the Problem Statement
Sharad Patel (Badlav India)
Against the Odds: An Entrepreneur Journey
Parveez Ubed (ERC Eye Care Pvt Ltd)
Effectively working with the Government
Surendar Yadav (Self Reliant India)
Smart Steps for Fundraising
Purnota Dutta (Cuddles Foundation)
Konkan
Unlocking the Power of Rural Women in India
Uthara Narayan (Buzz Women)
Building Monetary Value in a Circular Economy
Tarun Bothra (Saathi Eco Innovations India Pvt Ltd)
Tech in the New Agricultural Era
Renuka Diwan (BioPrime AgriSolutions Pvt Ltd)
Building your Brand
Ashok Rathod (Oscar Foundation)
1:00 - 2:30
2:30 - 3:30
Speaker:
Arjav Chakravarti (Lumen Consulting)
Zarir DeVitre (Centre for Social and Environmental Innovation Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE))
"If you thought good governance was expensive, try bad governance..."
Attend this interactive session to learn how strengthening governance can help your organisation improve decision-making, fulfil its social mission, and secure funding.
Venue:
Ballroom
2:30 - 3:30
Speaker:
Rahul Balkrishnan (Arthan Careers)
Retaining talent is of utmost concern. We offer you a masterclass with human resource experts on how to keep your most valuable business asset: your employees. Whether you work in a remote area of the country or have lean budgets and funding constraints, this activity-based session is designed for you to learn new ideas and tricks of the trade to attract and keep your employees happy.
Venue:
Konkan
2:30 - 3:30
Speaker:
Dr. Marcus Ranney (Thrive Global)
Stressed? We got you covered.
This session deep dives into the art of multitasking and meditation that will boost your focus and help you become more mindful. It introduces you to the physiology of stress, behaviour change and the importance of taking care of yourself as you work towards shaping a better world.
Venue:
Ballroom
3:30 - 4:00
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4:00 - 5:00
Moderator:
Neera Nundy (Dasra)
Anurag Agarwal (Aavishkaar Venture Management Services)
Anoj Viswanathan (Milaap Social Ventures India Pvt Ltd)
Ziaa Lalkaka (H.T. Parekh Foundation)
How does a social startup (be it a non-profit or for-profit) think and plan fundraising for impact given the opportunities and challenges across the spectrum?
Here is an opportunity to hear from some of the most dynamic funders in the industry and learn first-hand how to innovatively stay ahead of the fast-changing funding landscape.
Venue:
Ballroom
5:00 - 5:30
Speaker:
Chetana Gala Sinha (Mann Deshi Bank and Mann Deshi Foundation)
“So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable.”— Christopher Reeve.
Who better to show the path than an entrepreneur who thought big, travelled the road less travelled, and has been an inspiration to many.
Venue:
Ballroom
This year, get a chance to meet and collaborate with consultants and companies with expertise in different areas who can support you in your journey as an entrepreneur.
The Huddle is an invitation-only event.
