The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is set to host Venix 2025, its new flagship international business and entrepreneurship summit, from August 1st to August 3rd, 2025. Forged from the monumental merger of IIMB's renowned fests, Vista and Eximius, Venix 2025 is built on the theme 'Vision. Venture. Victory'. The event promises an unparalleled confluence of industry titans, policymakers, and the brightest student minds from across the globe.
Powerhouse Speaker Series
This year, Venix will feature a spectacular speaker series with thought leaders from diverse domains. The lineup includes luminaries such as Dr. Shamika Ravi, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India; Mr. KVS Manian, MD & CEO of Federal Bank; Ms. Roma Datta Chobey, Managing Director Sales at Google India; Ms. Emma Jindal, CFO of Accenture India; Dr. Tirthankar Patnaik, Chief Economist at the National Stock Exchange (NSE); and Mr. Mayank Agarawal, International Cricketer and Captain of the Karnataka State Team.
Joining them will be new-age business icons and trailblazers like Mr. Tarun Sharma, Co-founder & CEO of mCaffeine; Ms. Banu Mushtaq, an acclaimed author recognized by the International Booker Prize and activist; and Mr. Kushendra Singh, Head of Talent Acquisition at Coca-Cola India & Southwest Asia. These speakers will share invaluable insights on navigating the complex landscapes of modern business and entrepreneurship.
A Gauntlet of High-Stakes Competitions
The festival's core will feature a suite of high-stakes competitions with a combined prize pool worth over ₹12.5 Lakhs. The lineup includes flagship events such as The Fifth Move, C-Suite, and the Data Analytics Challenge. The festival will also feature over 6+ hands-on workshops focusing on key aspects of management education. Led by industry leaders from titans like Microsoft and Coca-Cola alongside top startup founders, these sessions are a unique opportunity for attendees to master the skills that truly matter in today's business world.
Skill-Building Workshops
The festival will also feature over 6+ hands-on workshops to equip participants with practical skills. Attendees will learn to unleash deeper data insights by using AI tools like ChatGPT alongside Excel, or master 'The Art of Corporate Storytelling' to craft compelling career narratives for high-stakes interviews. Aspiring product managers can get a hands-on crash course in AI product development with 'PM x AI', building a tangible project for their portfolio. The 'Case Studio' masterclass will cover utilizing key frameworks and developing Go-to-Market strategies to win competitions, while 'Slidesense' teaches visual storytelling for persuasive presentations. 'The LinkedIn Blueprint' will provide a complete guide to building a keyword-optimized profile and creating content that attracts recruiters.
Nurturing Tomorrow's Leaders: YES & YLS
A cornerstone of the festival is its two flagship summits: the Young Entrepreneurs Summit (YES) and the Young Leaders Summit (YLS). Together, these summits will host over 415 students from more than 125 colleges across the country, providing an exclusive platform for mentorship and high-level networking.
Electrifying Pro-Nights
As dusk falls, the campus will come alive with two Pro-Nights, designed to provide a vibrant and unforgettable entertainment experience. The star-studded lineup promises a mix of high-energy entertainment, featuring a special performance by Aaditya Kulshreshth AKA Kullu, a captivating performance by the band Last Minute India, and followed by a DJ Night.
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