IEEE Sri Lanka Section — Advancing Technology for Humanity

Illuminate'24 - Community Meetup 1

November 29, 2024 · 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Colombo, Hatch Works

Description

The First community meetup of Illuminate '24 took place on Friday, November 29th, 2024, at Hatch Works from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. This engaging event brought together aspiring entrepreneurs and undergraduates for an evening of insightful discussions and collaborative learning. The lineup featured two dynamic sessions. The first, titled "Winning with Market Trends: Tap into Emerging Trends to Fuel Your Startup's Growth," was conducted by Mr. Udith Perera, CEO of Off The Ruck. He shared valuable insights into leveraging market trends to drive startup success. The second session, "Digital Edge for Startups: Transform Your Brand with Cutting-Edge Digital Strategies," was a collaborative effort by Mr. Rimzan Faiz, Client Success Manager at Meta: Roar ADX, and Ms. Sandali Guruge, Account Manager at Google MSR: 3P Media. This meetup not only empowered participants with actionable strategies but also provided a valuable opportunity for like-minded individuals to connect, share ideas, and collaborate. It underscored the importance of building a community that supports entrepreneurial growth and innovation, inspiring attendees to take confident strides toward their aspirations.

Agenda

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM - Registration 6:15 PM – 6:30 PM - Welcome Address 6:30 PM – 7:10 PM - Session 1: Marketing Strategies for Startup Growth by Mr. Udith Perera 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM - Session 2: Digital Edge for Startups by Mr. Rimzan Faiz and Ms. Sandali Guruge 8:00 PM – 8:20 PM - Networking session and Idea Sharing 8:20 PM – 8:30 PM - Closing Remarks

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