Apna collaborates with IIM Sambalpur to promote innovation and entrepreneurship.

India’s premier job and professional networking platform, apna.co, has forged a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the esteemed Indian Institute of Management, Sambalpur (IIM Sambalpur). This MOU signifies a strategic alliance aimed at nurturing innovation, research, and entrepreneurship through collaborative endeavours. The formal signing of the MOU occurred during the 100 Cube Startup Conclave organized by IIM Sambalpur, with the Hon’ble Union Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, in attendance.

The partnership between apna.co and IIM Sambalpur seeks to explore a diverse array of innovation and research domains, encompassing textiles, arts & culture, agriculture, healthcare, financial & digital inclusivity, tribal entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Their joint focus spans various industries, including technological research and development, sustainable solutions, FMCG, logistics, digital marketing, and more. Leveraging strategic collaborations with alumni networks, industry associations, and government agencies, the aim is to bolster innovation and entrepreneurship. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to sustainable business practices and inclusive growth within the startup ecosystem.

Nirmit Parikh, CEO & Founder of apna, expressed his excitement, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in driving innovation and growth. He articulated his eagerness to work with IIM Sambalpur to create transformative initiatives that benefit society as a whole.

Proof Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director of IIM Sambalpur, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the partnership's potential to catalyse the entrepreneurial ecosystem's development. He emphasized the collective strengths and resources of both entities in creating a robust and supportive environment for startups and entrepreneurs to flourish. This collaboration signifies a significant step towards fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, with a focus on driving positive impact within the industry.

Aligned with apna's mission to empower professionals and drive socio-economic growth, this collaboration with IIM Sambalpur aims to leverage expertise and resources to develop impactful initiatives benefiting the wider community. The MOU signing at the 100 Cube Startup Conclave underscores the partnership's significance in nurturing India's startup ecosystem.

As apna and IIM Sambalpur embark on this collaborative journey, they are committed to driving innovation, research, and entrepreneurship for societal betterment. Together, they envision a future where startups and entrepreneurs thrive in a nurturing and supportive ecosystem. By pooling their expertise and resources, they aspire to spearhead impactful initiatives fostering sustainable growth and driving positive change within the industry.