ET MSME Regional Summit: Hyderabad edition to spotlight strategies for empowering Telangana's MSME ecosystem for growth and innovation

Telangana's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) forms the cornerstone of its robust economy, showcasing a visionary approach towards fostering entrepreneurship. With a staggering 2.6 million MSMEs, the state is a thriving hub of diverse industries, playing a vital role in employment generation, industrial growth, and overall economic development.

From traditional craftsmanship in textiles, handicrafts, and food processing to cutting-edge sectors like IT, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, Telangana's MSMEs present a fertile ground for entrepreneurial ventures. Today, Telangana is seen as an attractive investment destination for large global companies, and the recent spate of investments and government initiatives are expected to further bolster the state's MSME sector.

In this backdrop, the EconomicTimes.com is organising the next edition of the ET Make in India - MSME Regional Summit in Hyderabad on June 24 at Anvaya Conventions, Gachibowli, Telangana to bring together local MSME leaders, entrepreneurs and policymakers to highlight the most pertinent developments in the state's MSME sector and spotlight the unique challenges and growth opportunities faced by them.

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With a focus on the transformative potential of MSMEs, the summit will provide a platform for insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and collaborative solutions to propel the growth of Tamil Nadu's MSMEs. E. Venkat Narasimha Reddy, Director of Industries, Telangana Government will be giving the opening keynote address at the summit which will be followed by a series of talks, panel discussion, and masterclasses, all of which cover a wide range of topics of relevance to the MSME sector.

The key themes in focus at the Hyderabad edition of the ET Make in India MSME Regional Summits are promoting policies and initiatives for MSME growth, streamlining financial management and unlocking growth opportunities, enhancing ease of doing business, understanding risk management and financial tools, unlocking MSME growth potential and unveiling strategies for global growth.

The Hyderabad edition of the MSME Regional Summit is presented in partnership with Karur Vysya Bank as Gold Partner, and MCX as Awareness Partner. The Hyderabad event will be followed by ET MSME Day 2023 Virtual Conclave on June 27 i.e. the World MSME Day 2023 and the on-ground MSME Regional Summit in Indore on July 8.

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ET MSME Regional Summit - Hyderabad: Key themes and Speakers
Here’s a glimpse into the key sessions, themes and speakers expected at the Hyderabad edition of the ET Make in India MSME Regional Summits that will be held at Anvaya Conventions, Gachibowli, Telangana.

• Keynote address on building future-ready MSMEs in Telangana

E. Venkat Narasimha Reddy, Director of Industries, Telangana Govt will be giving the inaugural keynote address at the Hyderabad edition of the ET Make in India - MSME Regional Summit 2023. During his address he will share deep dive insights on the topic, ‘Building future-ready MSMEs for India@100: Policies, schemes & initiatives to promote MSMEs in Telangana’ and elaborate on various strategic policies, innovative schemes, and impactful initiatives implemented by the Telangana Government to empower the MSME sector.

• Talk on how NSIC is helping MSMEs unlock their growth potential

R. Veerabhadra Rao, Deputy General Manager, NSIC-Balanagar, Telangana, will shed light on how NSIC is actively supporting MSMEs in unlocking their growth potential. He will elaborate on the various programs, initiatives, and resources provided by NSIC to empower and enable MSMEs for success. Rao will also delve into the different ways in which NSIC assists MSMEs in areas such as finance, technology, marketing, and capacity building. The session will provide a valuable opportunity for attendees to understand the comprehensive support ecosystem created by NSIC and how it can help MSMEs overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

• Panel discussion on state of Telangana MSME industry - the availability of growth opportunities and challenges faced

Anil Agarwal, President, Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI); Dr. S. Glory Swarupa, Director General, National Institute for MSME (ni-msme), Hyderabad and K Rama Devi, Founder and President, Association of Lady Entrepreneurs of India (ALEAP) will engage in a panel discussion on the theme of ‘State of Telangana MSME industry: Decoding growth opportunities and challenges in the road to India@100.’ The panellists will outline Telangana's growth vision, the role MSMEs play, sectors with high growth potential, and strategies to tap into the ‘Make in India; Make for Globe’ movement. Additionally, the session will also focus on women entrepreneurship, diversity, and offer expert insights on the outlook for the Indian MSME industry.

• Fireside on simplifying financial management for MSMEs

Sundeep Mohindru, Chief Executive of Mynd Solutions during the MSME Solutions Showcase session on the theme of ‘The M1xchange TReDS Solution: Addressing Delayed Payments for MSMEs’ will delve into how the Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) offered by M1xchange tackles the persistent issue of delayed payments faced by MSMEs. An expert in financial solutions, with a deep understanding of the M1xchange TReDS platform, Mohindru will also share strategies for overcoming the challenges that MSMEs face in managing their receivables. The session will provide attendees with valuable insights into how this innovative solution streamlines payments, enables early financing, and improves cash flow for MSMEs.

• Presentation on base metals hedging as a risk management tool

NK Muthappa, Vice President of Business Development at MCX, will delve into the topic of Base Metals Hedging as a Risk Management Tool. During his session he will share valuable insights into how hedging base metals can be effectively used to manage risk in the market. Muthappa will also highlight the benefits, techniques, and approaches involved in base metals hedging. MSMEs entrepreneurs looking to navigate price volatility and protect their business against adverse market movements will gain practical knowledge and actionable strategies to enhance risk management in the base metals market from Muthappa's extensive experience in the field during this session.


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