The Entrepreneurship Cell of the Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata successfully organised its annual flagship event UMEED 2024 on February 18 and 23. The event has once again solidified E-Cell's reputation as a powerhouse of entrepreneurial innovation and leadership in the vibrant landscape of the institute.
The journey commenced on February 18 with 'Raising Smiles', an initiative brimming with warmth and dedication to spreading joy and happiness.
Through diverse engaging activities and events, the participants were not only attendees but active agents of change, embarking on a transformative journey aimed at leaving a profound and enduring impact on communities and individuals in need.
Over the years, this event has profoundly impacted countless lives, extending its reach from the residents of orphanages to the elderly in old age homes. In the spirit of continuity and community, Umeed 2024 partnered with Prabartak Sangha in Chandannagar, fostering collaboration to uphold the tradition of bringing smiles to those who too often find themselves without it.
In the first half of February 23, Umeed 2024 hosted ‘D.E.S.I. Talks’, a thought-provoking talk show featuring a panel of esteemed speakers and entrepreneurs including Deborshi De, Foodka (Indrajit Lahiri), Abhishek Banerjee, Sujata Chatterjee and Sourav Chakraborty.
The speeches delivered deeply resonated with the audience, inspiring and motivating them to pursue their dreams relentlessly. Their words were not just about business success but also about resilience, passion, and the willingness to overcome obstacles.
Following this, the campus buzzed with the lively atmosphere of ‘Kha-e-Jao,’ IISWBM's renowned food festival. This occasion not only highlighted the culinary skills of students but also tasked them with crafting inventive marketing strategies.
At the heart of it all was the collective effort and ingenuity of Team E-Cell, who not only provided a stage for IISWBM students to showcase their culinary talent but also demonstrated their ability to collaborate and innovate under pressure.
