Scale-Smart: The Business Growth Accelerator Program

Youth Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment (YES) Online Cohort

🚀 Transform Your Business with Expert Guidance

Scale-Smart is a 2-day interactive online workshop designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners accelerate their business growth through practical strategies and expert mentorship.

This workshop is part of Firgun Social Initiatives Foundation’s Youth Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment (YES) Mission and is tailored for youth and women entrepreneurs looking to scale their ventures.


Facilitators

Day 1: Rajat Kumar Mishra

Product Management Specialist | VP Product & Strategic Partnerships, PanScience AI Healthcare

Rajat Kumar Mishra is a product and business strategy specialist with over 6 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams across B2B, B2C, and B2G segments. Currently serving as VP of Product and Strategic Partnerships at Pan Science AI Healthcare, Rajat has led successful collaborations with over 200 hospitals, 50 firms, and 20 channel partners.

His expertise spans:
🔹 Product Development & Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM)
🔹 User Persona Creation & Competitive Analysis
🔹 Cross-functional Team Leadership and Agile Scrum

With a strong academic background, including an MPhil-PhD from JNU and a Postgraduate Certificate in Product Management from Duke University, Rajat is passionate about fostering inclusive entrepreneurship and delivering innovative product solutions.

Day 2: Priyank Sharma

Banking & Finance Expert | MBA in Finance and Marketing

Priyank Sharma is a seasoned banking professional with over 19 years of experience in the financial services industry, having held key roles at Standard Chartered Bank, HDFC, Yes Bank, and Fullerton (Singapore-based NBFC). Since 2016, Priyank has been working as a consultant, providing financial advisory services to businesses across diverse sectors.

His expertise includes:
🔹 Operational Efficiency & Financial Strategy
🔹 Business Development & Customer Satisfaction
🔹 Fundraising and Strategic Financial Solutions

Priyank’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and mentor.

What You’ll Learn

✅ Day 1: Product Positioning, Market Research, and Go-to-Market Strategies (Facilitated by Rajat Mishra)
✅ Day 2: Brand Positioning, Sales & Marketing Strategies, and Business Funding (Facilitated by Priyank Sharma)
✅ Live Q&A with industry experts for tailored guidance

Why Attend?

🌟 Access to Top Industry Experts
🌟 Hands-on Guidance & Mentorship
🌟 Practical insights to achieve sustainable business growth
🌟 Certification upon successful completion

Who Should Attend?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs
  • Small business owners
  • Youth and women looking to grow their enterprises
  • Individuals interested in sales, marketing, product management, and business funding strategies


About the YES Program

The Youth Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment (YES) Program by Firgun Social Initiative Foundation aims to:

  • Inspire: Motivate youth to pursue entrepreneurship through mindset workshops.
  • Empower: Equip them with the skills and knowledge to build and scale their businesses.
  • Enable: Provide ongoing mentorship and resources to ensure sustainable growth.

Since its inception, the YES Program has supported over 1,800 youth and women entrepreneurs, helping establish 1,300+ micro-enterprises.

About Firgun Social Initiative Foundation

Firgun Social Initiative Foundation is committed to empowering youth and women through entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods. Through initiatives like the YES Program, we aim to create a more inclusive and equitable future.

Event Details

📅 Date: 7th & 8th December 2024
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🌐 Mode: Online via Zoom
🎓 Certification Provided

For any queries, contact us at:
📧 Email: sharmilaronanki@firgunfoundation.org
📞 Phone: +91 85952 27121

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Online

Day 1: Rajat Kumar Mishra

Product Management Specialist | VP Product & Strategic Partnerships, PanScience AI Healthcare

Rajat Kumar Mishra is a product and business strategy specialist with over 6 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams across B2B, B2C, and B2G segments. Currently serving as VP of Product and Strategic Partnerships at PanScience AI Healthcare, Rajat has led successful collaborations with over 200 hospitals, 50 firms, and 20 channel partners.

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Day 2: Priyank Sharma

Banking & Finance Expert | MBA in Finance and Marketing

Priyank Sharma is a seasoned banking professional with over 19 years of experience in the financial services industry, having held key roles at Standard Chartered Bank, HDFC, Yes Bank, and Fullerton (Singapore-based NBFC). Since 2016, Priyank has been working as a consultant, providing financial advisory services to businesses across diverse sectors.

  • Date : December 7, 2024 - December 8, 2024
  • Time : 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Asia/Calcutta)
  • Venue : online

Organizers

Sharmila Ronanki

Vivek Saxena