World SME Conference 16 & 17 December '09, New Delhi
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2. Milagrow’s Journey……
Consulting with a Difference.
Knowledge Division.
Capacity Building.
MSME Services.
3. During the Course of our Journey we realized that we cannot just be bystanders in
National SME Affairs.
We wanted to create a truly global, bias free, forum for SMEs not just in India but for
the World
A forum which brings together all the stakeholders of this space and exposes SMEs
to global standards in people, processes and technology
And so was born…….
4. The 1st World SME Conference
Supported by The Ministry of MSME
More than 250 Delegates from around the World
60 Thought Leaders from Government, Industry,
Academia and Associations
20 Industry International Speakers Representing 12 Countries
Including 20 Partners and 40 Media Partners Promoted
the Event
Release of SME Studies and Policy Recommendations
for The Government and Large Enterprises
7. MSME Cluster Study
Involving 3000 MSMEs in 4 States
Almost 100% of all the firms outside the metros are either unaware or haven’t
benefited from any initiative of their representative apex bodies.
Over 75% of all the firms report an attrition rate of over 25%.
75 – 80% of all the firms do not have any quality certification
9. Raison d'être
Global Forum for all stakeholders in the SME Universe
with the support of the Ministry of MSME.
10. Raison d'être....(Cont.)
Helping Entrepreneurs and SMB Owners Explore New
Business Opportunities
Leveraging Low Cost Solutions to Empower Their
Business
Examining the Role of Government, Industry,
Associations in promoting SME Development
11. Theme
MY WAY, MY VISION: From Giant Ideas to Giant Corporations
‘My vision’ will see Government bodies, Corporate India, represented by
SME Associations and other some of the biggest corporate
stakeholders in the SME eco-system entities in the nation, will share
describing their vision for the future of success stories on how companies
SMEs in India. were built from grassroots to global
giants’ status in ‘My Way’
12. Insightful talks from SME experts on Industry best practices
Panel discussions on Critical Issues faced by SMEs today
IT solutions for MSMEs: Lip service or real solutions
Developing an Entrepreneurial Eco-System in India
Marketing on a Shoestring
Collaborating and Competing with Foreign Partners
Innovative Sources of Funding
Opportunities During the Slowdown
14. Release of Path Breaking Studies
Best Practices for MSME development from Europe, North and Latin America
An Industry Reckoner Report
Trend of efficacy of Government MSME policies in India
Comparison of MSME policies across the Indian states
Procurement provisions for MSMEs by nations across the globe
15. Eminent Speakers
Will share their vision as to how MSMEs must develop
in the coming decade.
16. Eminent Speakers
Dr. Jagdish Sheth Prof Anil Gupta
Charles H. Kellstadt Professor Executive Vice Chairman,
of Marketing, Goizueta National Innovations
Business School, USA Foundation
Will share their perspective on the growth of the Indian
& Global SME Sector
17. Eminent Speakers
Mr. Dinesh Rai Dr. H P Kumar
Secretary, Ministry of MSME CMD, NSIC
Will expand on the role of government in the
development of the MSME Space
18. Mr. Harry Mr. Raman Roy Mr. Sanjeev
Brelsford CMD, Quattro BPO Bikhchandani
CEO, SMB Nation Solutions CEO, Naukri.com
Mr. Rajesh Jain Mr. Saurabh Mr. Pradeep
Founder & MD, Srivastava Gupta
NetCORE Chairman, CA India Chairman,
CyberMedia
Mr. Scott Ni Mr. Anil Mr. Vinnie
Director of Global Srinivas Mehta
Sales, Alibaba.com Head – Marketing, Executive Director,
SMB, Dell India MAIT
Would talk about IT solutions required for MSMEs and how
technology can be used as a big leveller.
19. Mr. Rajeev Ms. Meenakshi Mr. Anurag Batra
Karwal Madhvani CEO, Exchange4Media
Founder, Milagrow Managing Partner,
Access Media
Solutions
Mr. Dilip Ms. Meena Mr. Ishan Raina
Cherian Kapoor CEO, OOH
Founder Partner, CEO, Astroyogi.com
Perfect Relations
Mr. Harish
Bhatia,
Business Head, MY
FM
Will introduce the gathering to “marketing on a shoestring”, digital media
solutions and effective media buying to build strong brands
20. Mr. Sameer Ms. Bala Mr. K G Alai
Kaul, Deshpande Chief General Manager
MD, Head Branch Senior Managing North, SIDBI
Banking, Global Director, NEA
Consumer Group,
Citibank
Ms. Padmaja Mrs. Ranjana
Ruparel, Kumar, Vigilance
President, Indian Commissioner,
Angels Network Central Vigilance
Commission, Formerly
Chairperson NABARD
Will explore innovative sources of funding for MSMEs in India
21. Dr. C.S. Venkat Dr. B.S. Sahay Dr. Anwar Ali
Ratnam Director, Management Director, Institute of
Director, International Development Institute Management
Management Institute Technology
Dr. Harivansh Ms. Arnavaz
Chaturvedi, 'Anu' Aga,
Director BIMTECH Former Chairperson,
Thermax
Will deliberate on training and readiness of the Indian managerial
and technical workforce
