GAME - Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship

Overcoming challenges and turning them into opportunities is the hallmark of an entrepreneurial mind. Here’s the story of a young woman entrepreneur who balances responsibilities while shooting for the stars. Just like her, thousands of women entrepreneurs are harnessing technology and the platform economy to carve out new paths to success. At GAME, we are immensely proud to support these changemakers through our Women Economic Empowerment Program, which aims to unlock women's potential for active participation in the digital platform economy #WomenEntrepreneurs #DigitalEmpowerment #WEEProgram #GenderEquality #WomenInTech #EmpowerWomen #Entrepreneurship #BreakingBarriers #DigitalIndia #WomenInBusiness #EconomicEmpowerment #InspiringStories #TechForGood #DigitalTransformation

How can we foster entrepreneurial thinking at the school level? The Entrepreneurial Mindset Development Program (EMDP) Expo 2024, a collaborative effort of Udhyam Learning Foundation (Udhyam), GAME - Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship and Zilla Parishad Nagpur, provided a compelling answer. EMDP aims to instil entrepreneurial mindsets and 21st-century skills in school students, empowering them to unlock their true potential. Through hands-on learning and real-world projects, students from grades 9 and 10 showcased their creativity, problem-solving abilities, and entrepreneurial spirit. During the EMDP Expo Ms Saumya Sharma, IAS, CEO of Zilla Parishad Nagpur, praised the dedication of the teachers, students, and organisers. Shashikant Chaudhary, serial entrepreneur and startup ecosystem builder, highlighted how the seeds sown now will translate into future opportunities in entrepreneurship for these students. We are thrilled to witness the potential of these young minds and look forward to expanding the EMDP program to more schools, nurturing future entrepreneurs and leaders. A special thanks to Rashmi Kulkarni, Tanveer Mirza, and Dr. Hemant Shyam Sonare for their honoured presence at EMDP Expo 2024. Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | Saumya Sharma | Udhyam Learning Foundation | Lt Cdr Yogesh Bhavsar (Retd.) | Harish Manwani | IKEA Foundation #EMDPExpo2024 #NagpurInnovation #YoungEntrepreneurs #FutureLeaders #StudentInnovation #EntrepreneurialMindset #LearningByDoing #RealWorldLearning #YouthEmpowerment #SkillsForFuture #UdhyamLearning #GAMEChangingImpact

We are thrilled to welcome Karghewale, a vibrant community empowering young artisans, as one of the aggregator brands joining HumSafal, an accelerator program by GAME’s Women Economic Empowerment Program (WEE) and Aspire For Her! Together with Amazon, we're providing them with the digital support they need to soar. Watch as Nivedita Rai, Co-Founder of Karghewale, discuss their mission to empower the talented community of young and aspiring weaver entrepreneurs, helping them build robust businesses. #LeadershipQuote #Karghewale #Entrepreneurs #WomenEntrepreneurs #DigitalEmpowerment #IndianTextile #ShopLocal #ShopSmallBusiness #HandloomLove #WomenInBusiness #HumSafal #Aggregators #IndianAggregatorBrands #AcceleratorProgram #BrandBuilding #BusinessesOfIndia #WomenSupportingWomen #WomenLedBusiness

99% of India’s MSMEs are micro-enterprises and there’s one key factor that’s holding them back from scaling up – lack of a growth mindset. That’s why GAME partnered with Purple Beans - Lets Grow India to launch focused business accelerator programs like Growtherator for MSMEs that are looking to scale their business. The objective is simple – growing micro-enterprises into small, then medium and then large businesses with the 3Cs and leadership-focus model. Learn more about how this MBA-like crash course is helping small businesses dream bigger in Ludhiana, Maharashtra and beyond. https://lnkd.in/gtNe8773 Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | Padmasudha Chandrasekhar | CHAMBER OF INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL UNDERTAKINGS | IKEA Foundation #Growtherator #BusinessAccelerator #BusinessGrowth #GrowthMindset #GAMEChangingImpact #SustainableGrowth #MSME #IndianMSME #Ecosystem #EconomicGrowth #Empowerment #Innovation #GrowthHubs

What does it take to bridge the $380 billion credit gap faced by the MSME sector? Scaling NBFCs to meet that demand. That’s where NGAP comes in. GAME, in partnership with SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India), launched the NBFC Growth Accelerator Program (NGAP) to help NBFCs scale up and meet the increasing credit demand. The first cohort of the accelerator program supported 17 MSME-focused NBFCs by enhancing their capacity, demonstrating best practices, offering mentorship and SIDBI-backed financial assistance to help them scale up. Dive into these success stories from participating NBFCs, showcasing the impact of NGAP on their operations and growth. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/dt24bReb Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | Ramesh Dharmaji | Preya Pal | Umesh Revankar | Siva S Ramann | R Balaji | Kamlesh Gandhi | Padmanaban Balasubramanian | Shobhana Kalyanasundaram | MAS Financial Services Limited | IKEA Foundation #NGAP #NBFC #MSME #FinancialInclusion #Leadership #Networking #SIDBI #MSMELending #CapacityBuilding #GAMEChangingImpact #FutureSkills #AI #Technology #EconomicGrowth #Empowerment #Innovation

An entrepreneurial mindset is more than just starting a business. It is a powerful tool that can equip the youth with the skills and outlook needed to thrive. 🌟 Watch Madan Padaki, Co-founder, GAME, as he shares why finding a larger purpose and pursuing it with passion is crucial. 💬 Tell us: How can we enhance entrepreneurial thinking in schools and colleges for our youth? Share your thoughts and suggestions in the comments below. Ravi Venkatesan | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | IKEA Foundation #YouthSkills #EntrepreneurialThinking #GAMEChangingImpact #FutureSkills #AI #Technology #EconomicGrowth #Empowerment #Innovation #MissionDriven #Education #YouthEmpowerment #WorldYouthSkillsDay 

We recently concluded a consultative workshop for micro-enterprises in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Over 100 stakeholders, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), industry associations, financial institutions, educational institutions, and government representatives, gathered for impactful collaboration. We are working in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra under the State Entrepreneurship Mission to strengthen the local entrepreneurship ecosystem. This consultative workshop was an action-packed day of brainstorming sessions and discussions to identify challenges and explore avenues through which the local MSME ecosystem can be nurtured. Here are the highlights from the workshop: 1️⃣ Localised Development: Highlighted the importance of tailored entrepreneurial ecosystems 🗺️ 2️⃣ Collaborative Problem-Solving: 70 MSMEs tackled challenges in access to capital and markets, compliance, capacity building, and women entrepreneurship 3️⃣ Mentorship and Inspiration: Nagpur's successful entrepreneurs shared their growth stories 4️⃣ Joint Action: Moving away from siloed actions, industry associations highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts 5️⃣ Support from Solution Partners: Five solution partners expressed interest in providing capital, market opportunities, and regulatory support At GAME, we see mass entrepreneurship as the engine for economic growth, job creation, and sustainable livelihoods. To unlock this potential, we need a more decentralised approach – one that fosters distributed prosperity and empowers local communities. This vision requires the building of robust entrepreneurship ecosystems across diverse regions. Local ownership is key to the long-term health of these ecosystems. This is why we are focused on strengthening local ecosystems by understanding the unique challenges and needs of MSMEs. This workshop is a step in our ongoing efforts to fulfil our mission. Join us in our mission to transform India’s entrepreneurial landscape, one region at a time! Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | Lt Cdr Yogesh Bhavsar (Retd.) | IKEA Foundation | Government of Maharashtra (GoM) | Maharashtra State Innovation Society | Laghu Udyog Bharati | Vidarbha Industries Association #Entrepreneurship #MSMEs #Workshop #GAMEChangingImpact #Nagpur #Innovation #Collaboration #EconomicGrowth #India #Startups #StartupIndia #Empowerment #BusinessEcosystem 🌐💼🚀

Discover how the Growtherator program by GAME, in partnership with Purple Beans and the Chamber of Industrial and Commerce Undertakings, is empowering MSMEs in India. This cohort-based business accelerator program helps MSMEs learn different aspects of running a business while building a growth mindset. Hear from entrepreneurs like Amit Sharma of Vast Linkers, Ikpreet Kaur of Big Ben, and Rajan Rikhi of RSR International about how Growtherator provided crucial knowledge in finance, HR, and marketing, that has helped them thrive in their businesses. Upkar Singh Ahuja, President, Chamber of Industrial and Commerce Undertakings, and Sachit Jain, Managing Director of Vardhman Special Steels Limited highlight the mentorship and support that have been pivotal in driving growth and success for young entrepreneurs. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/dgbEPKq3 Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | Padmasudha Chandrasekhar | Purple Beans - Lets Grow India | CHAMBER OF INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL UNDERTAKINGS | IKEA Foundation #Entrepreneurship #MSME #Growtherator #GAME #BusinessGrowth #FinancialInclusion #SuccessStories #EconomicGrowth #SmallBusinessSupport #BusinessDevelopment #Mentorship #AcceleratorProgram #JobCreation #RevenueGrowth

Sustainable MSMEs will play a critical role in India achieving its net-zero emissions target by 2070. And it's becoming increasingly clear that focusing on profitability can speed things along. 💸🌱 This is imperative as 63 million MSMEs contribute to 30% of India’s GDP and 45% of India’s manufacturing output. Dive into the article by The Economic Times to learn more about how we can make this change: https://lnkd.in/d6AHzg_r Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | IKEA Foundation #SustainableBusiness #MSMEs #GreenEconomy #NetZeroIndia #SustainablePractices #ProfitWithPurpose #EconomicGrowth #ClimateAction #ClimateKranti #MSMEGrowth #BusinessSustainability #ManufacturingExcellence #GreenInitiatives #IncentiviseSustainability #EcoFriendlyBusiness #SustainableIndia #Entrepreneurship #GAMEChangingImpact

Limited access to credit has consistently held MSMEs back from scaling up. There is an urgent need for targeted interventions and support to unlock the true potential of MSMEs. At GAME, we're working to unlock more capital for MSMEs, helping them set and achieve more ambitious goals in the modern economy. 💸 In our post, we highlight some of the costs that smaller businesses have to bear because of their limited working capital. 💰 Together, we can empower MSMEs to thrive and scale up to become the job creation engines of our economy. Join us in this mission to transform the entrepreneurial landscape of India! 🌟 Ravi Venkatesan | Madan Padaki | Mekin Maheshwari | Ketul Acharya | IKEA Foundation #MSMEs #Entrepreneurship #EconomicGrowth #India #GAME #BusinessGrowth #SupportMSMEs #RuralEntrepreneurship #FinancialInclusion #AccessToCredit #Compliance #Competition #WomenEntrepreneurship #YouthEntrepreneurship #AccessToFinance