Event Date: 25th September 2025
Event brief description
Galgotias Incubation Centre for Research Innovation Startup and Entrepreneurs (GICRISE), under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, organized an “Entrepreneurial Round Table Discussion” on 25th September 2025. The session brought together incubated startup founders, co-founders, and aspiring student entrepreneurs to engage in insightful dialogue on the realities of startup journeys. The discussion aimed to bridge the gap between learning and practice, inspiring young minds to explore innovation, risk-taking, and problem-solving while understanding the entrepreneurial process from ideation to implementation.
Event Detailed Description
Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, the Galgotias Incubation Centre for Research Innovation Startup and Entrepreneurs (GICRISE) organized an insightful event titled “Entrepreneurial Round Table Discussion” on 25th September 2025. The session was designed to foster interaction between budding entrepreneurs and the startup founders currently incubated at GICRISE, offering a platform for experiential learning, idea exchange, and inspiration.
The round table brought together a vibrant mix of startup founders, co-founders, and aspiring student innovators to engage in open dialogue on entrepreneurial journeys, challenges, and growth strategies. The event aimed to bridge the gap between theory and practice by allowing young innovators to hear firsthand accounts of how real-world startups evolve—from ideation to implementation and scaling.
The discussion commenced with an opening note emphasizing the university’s commitment to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurial spirit among students. The mentors and speakers highlighted the crucial role of perseverance, innovation, and adaptability in navigating the complex startup ecosystem. The founders shared their experiences about building teams, raising funds, developing minimum viable products (MVPs), and handling market uncertainties.
The interactive format of the round table encouraged participants to ask questions and seek practical advice directly from the entrepreneurs. Topics such as market research, customer acquisition, branding, intellectual property, and funding opportunities were discussed in depth. The session also touched upon the importance of government schemes, incubator support, and mentorship networks in transforming innovative ideas into sustainable ventures.
A key highlight of the discussion was the sharing of real-life challenges faced by startup founders and how they overcame them through resilience and innovation. Their stories served as motivational case studies for students, helping them understand that entrepreneurship is not only about success but also about learning from failures and continuously improving.
The event underscored GICRISE’s role as a catalyst in building a thriving startup ecosystem within Galgotias University. It reflected the GICRISE mission to provide comprehensive support to student entrepreneurs through incubation, mentorship, and access to resources. The initiative aligns with the broader vision of the university leadership to create a culture where every student is empowered to think creatively, take risks, and contribute to national development through innovation and entrepreneurship.
The round table concluded with key takeaways on developing an entrepreneurial mindset and the importance of collaboration among founders, mentors, and ecosystem partners. Participants expressed gratitude for the opportunity to interact directly with successful startup leaders and gain practical insights that will guide their future ventures.
The Entrepreneurial Round Table Discussion served as an inspiring and educational experience for all attendees, reaffirming GICRISE’s dedication to shaping the next generation of innovators and change-makers. It was a testament to the incubation centre’s ongoing efforts in transforming ideas into impactful startups under the guidance of Galgotias University’s dynamic leadership.
Department Name –GICRISE
Event Outcome
The Entrepreneurial Round Table Discussion proved to be a highly engaging and inspiring session for budding entrepreneurs at Galgotias University. Participants gained valuable insights from real-life startup experiences, learning about challenges, funding strategies, market validation, and the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship. The event fostered a spirit of collaboration and knowledge sharing, empowering students to approach their startup ideas with greater confidence and clarity. It also reinforced GICRISE’s commitment to building a strong startup ecosystem that nurtures creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial excellence under the dynamic guidance of the university’s leadership.
