Exciting Beginnings! It was a pleasure connecting with An Tran to discuss Open Innovation India (OII) and explore the opportunities for setting up businesses in the UAE. We're thrilled to announce that we're working towards establishing a partnership aimed at empowering Indian startups to expand their presence in the UAE and other GCC countries. This collaboration holds immense potential to open doors for innovation, foster growth, and create impactful cross-border opportunities. Stay tuned as we take steps to bridge the gap and bring Indian startups closer to the global stage. Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities! Aiswarya Soman - PMP, CSM, ICP-ACC, ITIL An Tran #OpenInnovationIndia #StartupExpansion #GlobalPartnership #IndianStartups #UAEStartups #GCCOpportunities #BusinessGrowth #CrossBorderInnovation #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #InnovationJourney #GlobalNetworking #BusinessCollaboration #ScaleUpSuccess
Open Innovation India
Software Development
Bangalore, Karnataka, Karnataka 1,338 followers
"Connecting Startups, Corporates, Veterans, Engineers, Creating Innovation Ecosystems & Mentoring for Open Innovation."
About us
🌟 Driving Open Innovation : We believe in the power of open innovation. It's not just a concept but a dynamic business practice that's changing the way we approach innovation. Open Innovation is about sourcing ideas and solutions from a diverse range of individuals & organizations to fuel transformative change. 🔓 Breaking Down Silos: We're on a mission to break free from the traditional silo mentality and secrecy often associated with corporate R&D culture. Open innovation challenges conventional thinking, fostering an environment where collaboration thrives, & brilliant minds from all corners can contribute to a shared vision. 🚀 Unlocking External Knowledge: In today's interconnected world, a viable innovation model is one that recognizes the immense talent & knowledge that resides outside the organization. It's that "aha" moment when we understand the potential of attracting external individuals and companies. 🔗 Diverse Approaches to Open Innovation : We're well-versed in various approaches to open innovation, including: 🤝 Alliances: Forging partnerships between companies to pool resources & insights. 🎓 Research Chairs: Nurturing innovation through collaborations with universities. 🏆 Crowdsourcing: Engaging global talent through exciting competitions. 🌱 Innovation Ecosystems: Creating environments that fuel innovation & collaboration. 🌐 Start-Up Enthusiast: We are dedicated to supporting startups. 🤝 Connect with Startups: Bringing together entrepreneurs & emerging ventures to build powerful networks. 👨🏫 Mentor Startups: Guiding & supporting startups in their journey to success. 📊 Structural & Operational Consultation: Assisting startups in setting up effective organizational structures and governance models & streamlining their processes for growth. 🚀 Your Partner in Startup Success: As a consultant, our goal is to empower startups with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive. Let's collaborate & drive innovation together !
- Website
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https://openinnovationindia.in/
External link for Open Innovation India
- Industry
- Software Development
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Bangalore, Karnataka, Karnataka
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
- Specialties
- Incubator, Accelerator, Open Innovation, Mentorships, Entrepreneurship Mentoring, Startup Mentoring, IP / Patent Mentoring, AI Enablement, Innovation Enablement, Ideation to Execution Enablement, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, VC Platform, Validation, and Funding Assessments
Locations
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Primary
Dodddnakundi
Bangalore, Karnataka, Karnataka 560048, IN
Employees at Open Innovation India
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Aiswarya Soman - PMP, CSM, ICP-ACC, ITIL
Director & Co-founder, OII | Ex Salesforce, DELL, EMC | Strategy & Delivery-IT Products, Services, Programs | Innovation, AI, Startup Enabler &…
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Amit Kumar
Hardware (FuSa) Engineer |working in Automotive critical technologies | leading Automotive innovation|Innovation Educator | Serial Inventor | ( on…
Updates
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🚀 Startup Showcase: TxSolve 🚀 TxSolve, a rising star in the fintech and tech innovation space, is on a mission to deliver ad-free, trusted solutions that save users money and time. 💼 Personal Finance Apps: DeepPocket (BASIC, LITE, PRO): Seamlessly track savings across multiple banks. StockRoI: Monitor stock performance and rebalance your portfolio intelligently. 🛠️ Tech Solutions for Developers & Consultants: Code to Flowchart: Transform code into visual workflows. DataVisualizer: Make sense of complex CSV data. Code Meta Analysis: Streamline source code reviews. 🔗 Explore TxSolve's cutting-edge solutions and demo videos here: TxSolve Showcase. https://lnkd.in/gtHe2KKW Swetha Kalyanee S. #OpenInnovationIndia #StartupShowcase #Fintech #TechSolutions
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💎 Exciting news from the startup ecosystem! Lab-grown diamond startup True Diamond has successfully raised $1 million in a seed funding round. The round was led by Titan Capital with contributions from Huddle Ventures, Zeropearl Ventures, and a stellar lineup of personal investors, including Ashutosh Valani, Priyank Shah, Aashka Goradia Goble, Mamaearth founder Ghazal Alagh, Abhishek Goyal, and Anmol Jain. 🌟 This marks a shining milestone for True Diamond as they continue to innovate in the lab-grown diamond space, offering sustainable and high-quality alternatives for the modern consumer. 💎✨ #StartupFunding #TrueDiamond #SeedFunding #LabGrownDiamonds #Innovation #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship #TitanCapital #StartupEcosystem
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🌟 Big milestone for #Candytoy Corporate! The company has successfully raised ₹110 crore in Series A funding from domestic investors, HNIs, angel investors, and institutional backers. 🚀 With a global footprint across 40+ countries, Candytoy Corporate is all set to leverage this funding to expand its manufacturing capabilities and invest in top talent, driving fast-paced growth and innovation. 🌍✨ Excited to see how this funding propels their journey to new heights! 🌟 #FundingNews #CandytoyCorporate #SeriesAFunding #Innovation #GlobalBusiness #StartupGrowth #ManufacturingExcellence #TalentAcquisition
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🚀 Exciting news from the D2C space! Mumbai-based SUGAR Cosmetics is all set to raise ₹38 Cr ($4.5 Mn) from its esteemed investors, including Anicut Equity Continuum Fund, Elevation Capital, Malabar Investment, and L Catterton. This funding will undoubtedly fuel their journey of innovation and growth in the beauty industry. 💄✨ Kudos to the team at Sugar Cosmetics for this milestone! Looking forward to seeing what’s next. 🎉 #FundingNews #D2CBrands #SugarCosmetics #InvestmentUpdates #StartupGrowth #BeautyIndustry #Innovation #Entrepreneurship
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AR creation platform Trace has raised $2 million in an oversubscribed pre-seed round led by Rev1 Ventures and Impellent Ventures. The platform enables creators to easily build location-based AR spaces, marking its public debut with this funding milestone. #AR #StartupFunding #Innovation #TechNews #AugmentedReality
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Elchemy, a Mumbai-based cross-border specialty chemical distribution platform, has raised $5.6 million to expand its US team, enhance technology, and invest in supply chain solutions. The startup simplifies sourcing by connecting global buyers with specialty chemical suppliers in India and Southeast Asia. #StartupFunding #ChemicalIndustry #Innovation #SupplyChain #TechExpansion
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Beyond Appliances has successfully raised $2 million in a funding round led by an early-stage venture fund! 🎉 This marks a significant step in our journey to revolutionize the kitchen appliance industry with smart, sustainable, and user-friendly solutions. #StartupFunding #KitchenTech #Innovation #Sustainability #SmartLiving #BeyondAppliances
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It was wonderful meeting Mahima Jinah Kim (Founder and Managing Partner, Korean Cross Border Startup Accelerator) again and further strengthening our partnerships between Open Innovation India and the Korean Incubator. Our discussion focused on exploring opportunities and strategies to deepen collaboration, particularly in the India market. Key highlights of our conversation included: 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑒𝑡 𝑃𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛: Strategizing on how to effectively enter and establish a foothold in India's diverse and dynamic market by understanding consumer behavior, market demands, and unique operational challenges. 𝑃𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑝𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠: Identifying local stakeholders and industry leaders to foster impactful collaborations that align with the incubator's vision and promote sustainable growth. 𝐺𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑆𝑢𝑝𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠: Discussing the pivotal role of government initiatives like Make in India and Startup India in facilitating market entry and scaling operations. 𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑅𝑜𝑎𝑑𝑚𝑎𝑝: Brainstorming ideas to build a robust ecosystem for startups under the incubator’s umbrella, such as mentorship programs, funding accelerators, and cross-border knowledge exchange platforms. We also explored opportunities to merge Indian innovation strengths with Korean technological advancements, creating synergies in technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and beyond. Looking forward to translating these exciting ideas into actionable initiatives that foster innovation, growth, and collaboration. #KoreanIncubator #IndiaMarket #InnovationEcosystem #MarketPenetration #StrategicPartnerships #CrossBorderCollaboration #MakeInIndia #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #GlobalInnovation #TechSynergy #FutureRoadmap #GovernmentSupport #StartupEcosystem #BusinessGrowth #InnovationDriven #KoreaIndiaPartnership #TechnologyAdvancements #HealthcareInnovation #ManufacturingExcellence #KnowledgeExchange #MentorshipPrograms #FundingAccelerators #GlobalStartups #CollaborativeGrowth
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🌟 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮! 🌟 Our very own Aiswarya Soman - PMP, CSM, ICP-ACC, ITIL Director and Co-founder of Open Innovation India, had the privilege of participating in the AI Startup School Meetup hosted at the Google Office, #Bangalore. This milestone event was a vibrant convergence of AI enthusiasts, startups, and thought leaders, fostering collaboration and innovation in the AI ecosystem. Open Innovation India was thrilled to be featured in the logo snapshot, alongside Google for Startups, reflecting our commitment to driving innovation and empowering startups. 👏 The event was a treasure trove of insights, with engaging fireside chats on AI's impact on coding and the journey of building successful startups, Startup Showcases brimming with talent, and dynamic networking sessions that left attendees inspired and energized. A heartfelt thanks to Aneesha Dhar, Karthik Padmanabhan, Romit Mehta, Nupur Verma, and Debasis Bhattacharya for sharing their expertise and fueling our collective passion for AI. Kudos to Randeep Kaur, Google for Startups, and the entire organizing team for curating such an impactful meetup. "Congratulations and heartfelt gratitude to the Incredible Mentors, Community members, Cohort Members, Mentees, Startups, and Investors associated with OII for their unwavering support and contributions in making this platform a success. Your dedication has strengthened the platform and earned OII this recognition. Together, we are driving innovation and building a thriving ecosystem!" This event truly showcased the diversity, energy, and innovative spirit of the AI-driven ecosystem. We look forward to seeing this community grow and to future meetups that will continue to push the boundaries of AI innovation. #AI #Startups #Networking #Innovation #GoogleForStartups #AIMeetup #Bangalore #OpenInnovationIndia