Today, Tamil Nadu is seen as an attractive investment destination for large global companies and the recent spate of investments and government initiatives are expected to further bolster the state’s MSME sector. In this backdrop, the EconomicTimes.com will organise the next edition of the ET Make in India – MSME Regional Summit in Chennai on June 10 to bring together key ecosystem stakeholders to highlight the most pertinent developments in the state’s MSME sector and spotlight the unique challenges and growth opportunities faced by them.
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With the theme of ‘Building future-ready MSMEs to power India@100,’ the Chennai edition of the ET MSME Regional Summit will commence with an inaugural keynote by Grace Lalrindiki Pachuau, Additional Commissioner of Industries and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu.
The keynote will be followed by a series of talks, panel discussion, and masterclasses, all of which cover a wide range of topics of relevance to the MSME sector, including promoting MSMEs and unlocking their growth potential, strategies for enhancing global competitiveness and accelerating growth, understanding risk management and financial tools, and tapping new export market opportunities.
The Chennai edition of the MSME Regional Summit is presented in partnership with Adobe and Karur Vysya Bank as Gold Partners, MCX as Awareness Partner, and The Park, Chennai as Hospitality Partner. The Chennai event will be followed by on-ground summits in Hyderabad on June 24 and Indore on July 8. In addition, on the occasion of World MSME Day 2023, the Economic Times will organise the fifth edition of its flagship ET MSME Day 2023 Virtual Conclave on June 27.
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ET MSME Regional Summit – Chennai: Key themes and Speakers
Here’s a glimpse into the key sessions, themes and speakers expected at the Chennai edition of the ET Make in India MSME Regional Summits that will be held at The Park, Chennai, on June 10.
- Keynote address on building future-ready MSMEs in Tamil Nadu
Grace Lalrindiki Pachuau, Additional Commissioner of Industries and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu, will deliver a keynote on ‘Building Future-ready MSMEs for India@100: Policies, Schemes & Initiatives to Promote MSMEs in Tamil Nadu’. In her address, Pachuau will elaborate on the impact of the various initiatives undertaken by the state government to promote the growth of the MSME sector.
- Talk on how NSIC is helping MSMEs unlock their growth potential
Saravana Kumar, Zonal General Manager of The National Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC) will create awareness on how NSIC is playing a pivotal role in promoting entrepreneurship and enabling the growth of MSMEs. He will elaborate on the expertise and comprehensive support services that NSIC offers MSMEs.
From providing access to finance, technology, and marketing opportunities to offering skill development programs and fostering innovation, NSIC is equipping MSMEs with the necessary tools and resources to accelerate their growth. Join this session to gain valuable insights into the initiatives, programs, and strategies employed by NSIC to nurture and unleash the full potential of MSMEs, driving economic development and job creation in the process.
- Panel discussion on ‘strategies to build MSMEs’ global competitiveness and accelerating growth’
The event will feature a panel discussion with experts and leaders from key MSME-focused industry bodies and associations, including Ponnuswami M., Chairman – CII Subcommittee, MSME and Ease of Doing Business (Southern Region); Founder & CMD, Pon Pure Chemicals Group; N Jegatheesan, President, TN Chamber of Commerce and Industries and K Mariappan, President, Tamil Nadu Small and Tiny Industries Association (TANSTIA). During the session, the panellists will discuss effective strategies to enhance the global competitiveness of MSMEs and propel their growth. They will also highlight the sector-specific opportunities and challenges in the state, with regards to finance, logistics and compliance when looking to expand at a global scale and more.
- Presentation on base metals hedging as a risk management tool
NK Muthappa, Vice President of Business Development at MCX, will delve into how base metals hedging can be used effectively to manage risks in the market. He will also share insights on the benefits and strategies involved in hedging base metals, and offer guidance on utilising hedging techniques to mitigate price volatility and protect against adverse market movements.
- Masterclass on the growth playbook of Sweet Karam Coffee, a Made in Tamil Nadu consumer brand
Nalini Parthiban, Co-Founder of Sweet Karam Coffee, will conduct a masterclass session titled ‘Made in Tamil Nadu: Decoding the Growth Playbook of a Bootstrapped Consumer Brand.’ Drawing from her own experiences, Parthiban will share the learnings from her journey in building and scaling Sweet Karam Coffee, first as a bootstrapped consumer brand and now as a funded company that has achieved significant growth in a crowded market.
- Talk on ease of doing business with Adobe Document Cloud
Guru Vaidya, Solution Consulting Manager, Adobe will deliver a talk on how working in the cloud can benefit small and medium enterprises in this era of digital transformation and enable ease of doing business with the use of various tools and products such as Adobe Document Cloud. During his talk, Vaidya will elaborate on how cloud-based document management tools can help simplify various aspects of business operations for MSMEs, including automating document processes, enhancing security and compliance, ensuring collaboration, and elevating customer experiences.
- Closing Address on the Naturals growth story, global ambitions
CK Kumaravel, Co-founder and CEO of Naturals Salon & Spa, will share the story of this Made in Chennai brand’s inspiring journey from just one small idea to a network of 700 branches across India today. During his address, Kumaravel shed light on the remarkable evolution of Naturals Salon & Spa and its ambitious goal of expanding to over 3,000 outlets worldwide. He will also delve into challenges faced, strategies implemented, and lessons learned along the way, as the brand continues to revolutionise the salon and spa industry.
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