​Entrepreneurship Is More Than Building Companies

​It's about creating opportunities, inspiring the next generation, and strengthening a community that believes in building together.

​The American Telugu Association proudly celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship by bringing together founders, investors, students, and business leaders from around the world.

​Spend your Sunday learning from industry leaders, exchanging ideas, and connecting with people shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

​Let's connect. Let's inspire. Let's build the future together.

​Who's This For?

​Founders. Entrepreneurs. Investors. Venture Capitalists. Angel Investors. Business Leaders. Startup Teams. Technology Professionals. Students. Builders. Innovators. Anyone passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and creating impact.

​What You'll Experience

• ​Inspiring keynote sessions

• ​Founder & investor panel discussions

• ​Live startup pitch competition

• ​Meaningful networking

• ​Startup showcases

• ​Awards & recognition

​Meet Industry Leaders

​Learn from entrepreneurs, investors, healthcare pioneers, AI innovators, and business leaders who continue to shape industries across the world. Hear their journeys, ask questions, exchange ideas, and build relationships that extend beyond the summit.

​Featured Speakers

​Keynote Speaker
Dr. Guru N Reddy — Founder & Chairman, Continental Hospitals, Healthcare Leader

​Moderator
Ravi Reddy Kaki — CEO, Sunera Group | Investor

​Panelists

• ​Sandesh Sharda — Entrepreneur | Angel Investor | Philanthropist | Titan, Ideabaaz (ZEE TV)

• ​Ravi Reddy Bokka — Chairman, Think Capital

• ​Rishi N Reddy — Entrepreneur & Investor | Tarsadia Investments

• ​Sri Peddu — Investor | Powerhouse Ventures

​Judges at the Pitchfest

• ​Lax Chepuri — Founder & CEO, TechnoGen Inc.

• ​Ram Sudireddy — Founder, Chairman, President & CEO, Bento

• ​Dayakar Puskoor — Entrepreneur & Investor | Dallas Venture Capital

• ​Lakshmi Purushothaman — Founder & CEO, Luminar Data Solutions

• ​Raj Lingam — Entrepreneur | Digital Transformation Thought Leader & Advisor

• ​Dhiraj Kumar Sinha — Investor, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Silver X

​Startup Pitch Competition

​19 carefully selected startups will pitch their innovations live before an accomplished panel of investors and industry leaders.

​What's at Stake?

• ​Access to a $1B+ Venture Capital network

• ​Network with 30+ Venture Capital firms

• ​Learn from 50+ founders, investors & mentors

• ​Meet 250+ entrepreneurial mindsets

​Event Flow

​1:00 PM – 1:10 PM
Introduction & Kickoff

1:10 PM – 1:30 PM
Featured Talk: Innovation Without Borders: The Entrepreneur's Case for Building Where Everyone Said You Couldn't

​1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Panel Talk: What Makes a Founder Fundable Today?

​Startup Pitch Competition (Parallel Tracks)

​2:05 PM – 4:15 PM
Live startup pitches by 19 selected startups.

​Closing Session

​4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Break | Video Showcase

​4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Awards Ceremony

​5:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Closing Note

​Entry Information

​Entry payment will be collected at the venue during check-in. We recommend arriving a little early to ensure a smooth registration experience and enjoy the complete summit.

​Stay Connected

​For more details regarding the event, visit our website: https://americanteluguassociation.org/

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