ED and IIC Cell
Entrepreneurship Cell
At Seshadripuram Academy of Business Studies (SABS), we foster an ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurial leadership through our integrated Entrepreneurship Development (ED) Cell and Incubation Cell. Dedicated to cultivating a forward-thinking mindset, these cells serve as a launchpad for aspiring student entrepreneurs by bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world enterprise. Through structured mentorship programs, industry interactions, design-thinking workshops, and hands-on exposure, the ED and Incubation Cells empower students to transform creative concepts into viable, scalable business ventures. By providing seed support, networking channels, and strategic guidance, SABS ensures that students are equipped with the skills, risk-tolerance, and business acumen necessary to thrive in dynamic corporate and startup environments.
"Unnati" – ED Cell Committee
Faculty Convener
IIC –Institutional Innovation Council Cell
Institutional Innovation Council (IIC) Cell is an initiative established by the Government of India under the Ministry of Education (formerly Ministry of Human Resource Development) to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs).
Objective:
- To create a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty within HEIs.
- To faster creativity, problem-solving skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset among the academic community.
- Conducting training programs, mentoring sessions, and workshops focused on entrepreneurship skills such as business planning, finance management, marketing, and pitching.
- Providing support and guidance to student startups and innovative projects, including access to incubation facilities, mentorship from industry experts, and networking opportunities.
The council members are as under:
| Sl. No. |
Name of the Member |
Member Type (Teaching/Non-Teaching/External Expert) |
Key Role/ Position assigned in IIC |
| 1 |
Dr. Sowmya D N |
Teaching |
President, IPR Coordinator, ARIIA Coordinator |
| 2 |
Roopashree U |
Teaching |
Member |
| 3 |
Shivakumar C S |
Teaching |
NIRF Coordinator |
| 4 |
Manasa V |
Teaching |
Member |
| 5 |
Keerthi Lakshmi Talakad |
Teaching |
Convener |
| 6 |
Shivanand Bande |
Teaching |
Member |
| 7 |
Archana M |
Teaching |
Innovation Activity Start up Activity Coordinator |
| 8 |
Chaithra H S |
Teaching |
Social Media |
| 9 |
Nandini R G |
Teaching |
Internship Activity Coordinator |
List of Student Members:
| Sl. No. |
Name of the Member |
Member Type |
Key Role assigned in IIC |
| 1 |
Sahana N |
Student Member |
Internship Coordinator |
| 2 |
Darshan H |
Student Member |
Social Media Coordinator |
| 3 |
Suraj S |
Student Member |
NIRF Coordinator |
| 4 |
Honnadevi S |
Student Member |
Startup Coordinator |
| 5 |
Sindhu |
Student Member |
Startup Coordinator |
| 6 |
Tarashree R |
Student Member |
Overall Coordinator |
| 7 |
Trilok |
Student Member |
IPR Coordinator |
| 8 |
Shashank N Bharadwaj |
Student Member |
Internship Coordinator |
List of External Members:
| Sl. No. |
Name of the Member |
Member Type |
Key Role assigned in IIC |
| 1 |
Harish |
Founder, HGS Solutions |
Member |