Vision Karnataka Foundation

A workshop on Digital Skills was organized by Department of Commerce, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal Campus for local SHGs of Udupi District on 28 September 2024 at our Incubation center for GI based communities at Manipal University Udupi. The program was supported by Vision Karnataka Foundation (VKF) with its panel of experts and Resources. Dr. Vrinda Bhat conducted the training and highlighted various ways in which SHGs can sell their products digitally and generate additional revenue and increase consumers. Opening remarks was given by Mr. Vinayak, Proprietor FreshPure Oils Sorabha, Shimoga District. This project is continuous process with Manipal University to beneficiaries from local communities and GI tagged products. This project is led by Dr Vikram Baliga from the dept of Commerce at the university in collaboration with VKF #communityimpact #socialimpact #gramswaraj #ruralmarketing #ruralindia #nlm #ruralempowerment #ruralinnovation #livedexperience #livelihood #clustermanagement #visionkarnatakafoundation #vkf #visionkarnatakafoundation #VKF #incubationprogram #geographicalindications #marketlinkage #digitalization #digitalindia

Delighted to acknowledge that in Principle approval of VKF to be part of the pan India RAMP programme for MSME from Hon'ble Minister Shobha Karandlaje Minister for State MSME Govt of India on 5th October2024 and her ministry participation in VKF MSME conclave on 25th October 2024 as well as the VKF Economic Growth Summit 2024. This will enhance the value to reach out to accelerate MSMEs in Cohort and build focused intervention in adding value in terms of accessing to Working Capital, growth and Scaling up investment, market access, re engineering the products for supply chain, ease of business and Digital Transformation from our key Mentors and Experts supporting the cohorts. The Summits will act as a platform to explore Global value chain creation and develop local economies across the State and Country. #thinktank #innovations #massentrepreneurship, #msme #investment #businessplans #visionkarnatakafoundation #VKF #incubationprogram #geographicalindications #marketlinkage #digitalization #digitalindia #startupsuccess #kpiimplementation #growthmindset #growthhacking

24 hour HACKATHON was conducted by VKF at PES campus on 4th and 5th October2024 with high innovation driven solutions for MSMEs Kudos to VKF core team for successfully pulling out such a massive 24 hour continuous Hackathon with 120 odd engineering & MBA students, 10 mentors, 16 volunteers, 10 PESIT faculty, 7 jury members, 6 speakers with high impact assessment measure The VKF Jury - Dr. Pranesh- Mathruka, Dr. Balagangadhar-Ex Scientific Officer, PCB, Dr. Raghavendra, MD, FPO Centre of Excellence GKVK, Basavaraj Lime cluster Bijapur, Dr. Gopalakrishna Prof. PESIT were very helpful in contributing to the success story with fabulous co ordination by Shruthi bhat - VKF Research Associate Design Thinking & facilitation by VKF Executive Board Members Anitha Rao Nandakishora SK Ram Kumar Seshu also Jayachandra Aradhya - Head of Skill Development Council & Sateesh Ambesange as industry mentor The vision is to create Spaces for immersive learning and mining into the solutions that can emerge from group dynamics for creating innovative methods to mitigative measures for problem statements which will ultimately result in Entrepreneurship based approach to development by the youth. #hackothons #msme #innovation #valuechain #valuecreation #SDG #climatechangeimpact #ruralcommunities #innovation #visionkarnatakafoundation #VKF #incubationprogram #geographicalindications #marketlinkage #digitalization #digitalindia #startupsuccess #kpiimplementation #kpi #problemsolving #productivity #customersatifaction

Dr S Nagendra - Director Strategic Interventions presided the first VKF Council and Leadership meeting for 2024 on 20th September 2024. The Council meet largely articulated around the next evolving development plan and calender schedule till March 2025 with the central theme of the Economic Growth Summit 2024 at Pan India level. The Review on the Council calibration with more active contribution with a collective strategic goal and dwelling more deeper on issues that will be panacea for Economic Growth Acceleration was done. A cursory look on the past 2 years Performance and the road map ahead with the Leadership of Dr S Nagendra was discussed. Thrust on strengthening collaboration, innovation and Entrepreneurship promotion was concluded. The CSR Council headed by Mr Mohan Ramanathan proposed 1 million demography Healthcare mapping as a joint effort with VKF , BBMP - Govt of Karnataka, Satya Sai Anapoorna Trust Muddenahalli Chikkbelapur dist for Rural population data points and strategic intervention for healthcare amenities to extend with impact assessment. Energy & EV Council Headed by Mr Aravind Naidu proposed deployment of Charging Stations and EV Last mile connectivity. Chitradurga district focused Cluster to be created. Dr Noor Afza from Research & Analytics Council proposed a National Conference on Digital Economy Mission with Tumkur University. Agri Business Corridor implementation team proposed setting up the Special Purpose Vehicle- SPV immediately Women Economic & Empowerment Council Member Mrs Indumati Rao proposed a Cluster creation from Agri waste in a sustenance business for women entrepreneurs. Mr Sudhir Madhugiri Advisor to Research & Analytics Council articulated how all the Councils can work together for creating innovative solutions through Analytics and explained in depth over the 400 internship programme led at Presidency University. Dr S Nagendra elaborately explained the line up of Innovation Summit, Agri Business Corridor Conclave , industry Academia Conclave, Skill Development Summit, MSME conclave and Startup Conclave planned with multiple partners like FICCI, PIA, FKCCI, BCIC, BMA etc Special invitee Dr Ravikumar President of KMA expressed his support from KMA collaboration. Leverage the membership strength and co create deeper engagement collectively with experts. VKF continuously is working over District Development plan for Karnataka that largely cover customised economy creation for 236 Talukas and 31 Districts to reach the magical figure of 1Trillion USD traction GSDP . #innovation #massentrepreneurship #marketlinkage #communityimpact #socialimpact #livelihoodclusters #livelihood #clustermanagement #visionkarnatakafoundation #vkf #visionkarnatakafoundation #youthempowerment #ruralcommunities #ruralindia #ruraldevelopment #VKF #incubationprogram #geographicalindications #marketlinkage #digitalization #digitalindia #startupsuccess Dr Shalini Rajneesh IAS

VKF was recognised for the contribution towards POSHAN 2.0 National programme which has reached 10 million Children in providing nutritional food across 22 state's and 4 union territories by Satya Sai Anapoorna Trust Muddenahalli Chikkbelapur under the brand name of Sai Sure. An incredible journey under the leadership of Sadguru Sri Madhusudhan Sai and his able team have truly displayed to the world with the power of One and how it can bring ripple effect across the society with single minded vision and dedication to the mission. Amongst the galaxy of 179 Corporate CSR donors, 500 plus Farmers, Govt officials across India, Teachers and NGOs spread all over india on 12th September 2024 at the Muddenahalli campus. It showed the intensity of the reach and Collaboration in the betterment of the nation by combating Malnutrition and cost saving to the country in healthcare by addressing it at early stage. VKF has been striving together in the value creation and solution with Malnutrition and actively driving programmes in Aspirational districts and building a federation approach with SHGs, FPOs , NGOs and Social Entrepreneurs as a community. Dr Shalini Rajneesh IAS #Malnutrition #poshan2.0 #Healthcare #mentalwellbeing #innovation #valuechain #valuecreation #SDG #thoughtleadership ##socialimpact #gramswaraj #Entrepreneurshipprogramme #Entrepreneurshipdevelopment #farmers #visionkarnatakafoundation #VKF #incubationprogram

VKF welcomes Dr S Nagendra as it's Director - Strategic Interventions to lead the organisation as a Think Tank and strengthen collaboration & partnerships with the ecosystem. He brings nearly 40+ years of expertise and wisdom in the area of management & Human Resources. He will be directly working with the Councils as a mentor and documenting as well broadcasting the work to the stakeholders in areas of research, innovation, education, Skill Development and the Academic pursuit with robust engagement strategy. He is designing several conferences and Conclaves in collaboration with industry bodies and Govt agencies to create deeper value of VKF strength and the story telling of our work. #VKF #visionkarnatakafoundation #youthempowerment #growthmindset #technologyadvancement #innovation #incubation #community #business #investment #investmentstrategies #efficiencies #managementadvancement #performancemanagement #empowerment

VKF constantly evolving with every Entrepreneurship development programme EDP and building momentum for youth to move into entrepreneurship & self employment. The torch bearers of our VKF leadership in the Districts Vinayak Hegde is relentlessly working towards assisting youth on the theme of championing this cause and single handedly got more than 100 + PMFME projects processed for food processing ideas. True district development arises from rightful engagement of our youths in gainful livelihoods. This is in one of our recent VKF led Entrepreneurship promotion at Shivamogga District. Next programme is scheduled in October 2024 with over 2,000 youths already shown deep interest in participating. We are inviting Banks , Credit Societies, NBFCs, Angel investors and Incubators to join us in this endeavor and contribute with us on a impact driven solutions. We support right from low cost investable ideas with HIGH INCOME to hand holding the business to reach sustainable growth with financial inclusion solutions. Those interested in supporting it may send their request to contact@vkfoundations.org #VKF #visionarykarnatakafoundation, #ruralmarketing #ruraldevelopment #ruralcommunities #innovation #incubation #community #ruralcommunities #innovation #valuechain #supplychain #planningboard #planningcommision #VKF #incubationprogram #geographicalindications #marketlinkage #communityimpact #socialimpact #gramswaraj #Entrepreneurshipprogramme #Entrepreneurshipdevelopment #Entrepreneurshipopportunities

A very interesting perspective and data analytics on Climate Change with GHG emissions of Major Global and Indian Cities by Dr Mukund Raj - Former #UNDP state Director under SDGCC Govt of Karnataka and Advisor to NABARD . He is activitely supporting VISION KARNATAKA FOUNDATION #VKF as an advisor and mentor #SDG

VKF in collaboration with INFOPACE rollout an intensive Internship programme for 400 students in management studies at Presidency University on 20th August and orientation with project selection and Faculty - Industry Mentors The Students were subjected to Aptitude test, Viva and Group Discussions as a part of the selection process. They are given projects to work on 27th August for 4 weeks to 12 weeks intensive Internship with immersive learnings. Suitable ,committed students will become part of our fellowship and core management team with placements. 1 District data analytics with the development of the District in mind. Research and analytics with district profiling with economy , industry , opportunities and SWOT. 2. Identifying business opportunities that will create entrepreneurs based on local skill sets and harness local resources. It could be micro enterprisesclusters ,Msme, industries or startups that will boost local market The Bangalore Urban students have been assigned projects that will be implementation of a mass entrepreneurship programme Districts students focus on development of the respective Districts they identify themselves as hometowns. Special Thanks to INFOPACE team - Sri Raghava Rao Director , Sri Krishna HR Manager , Sri Sudhir Madhugiri - Director and Advisor to Research & Data Analytics Council of VKF , Sri Sanjeev Rao- Finance , Sri Madhusudhan- Ipreneur Startup Accelerator, Sri Anil Kumar- Sales & Marketing. Thankyou VKF Skill Council Member Dr Mahesh Pavan Sathavalli for your contribution and enabling mentors from VKF on such short notice. #innovation #incubation #community #business #investment #investmentstrategies #competitiveanalysis #differentiator #ipreneuraccelerator #visionkarnatakafoundation #VKF #infopace #skilldevelopment #immersivelearning #

The Interns from PES campus have done some extraordinary contribution in building our Jute Cluster impact by design thinking and developing prototypes that can enhance the value creation in the products being Urban savvy and mainstream buyers.