Agenda of the day
Sat
10:00 - 10:10 AM
Event Starts, welcome guests to be seated.
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Sat
10:10 - 10:15 AM
Welcome Guest of Honour and Everyone followed by the National Anthem
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Sat
10:15 - 10:20 AM
Overview of the Day’s Agenda by the Master of Conference Lex Limbu
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Sat
10:20 - 10:30 AM
Welcome Speech by the UNDO President Mr. Sonam Lama
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Sat
10:30 AM
Watering of the Plant by the Guest of Honuor , UNDO and NYEF
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Sat
10:35 - 10:45 AM
Guest of Honor Speech
Dr. Shesh Ghale
Billionaire Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, CEO of Melbourne Institute of Technology, former
NRNA President and global business leader.
Sat
10:45 - 11:00 AM
Keynote Speech
TBC
Sat
11:00 - 11:55 AM
Panel 1: Transforming Nepal’s Economy
Sustainable Business Models and the Role of Nepali Diaspora.
Moderator: Samanata Thapa - Founder, Haushala Creatives; Prominent entrepreneur and advocate for sustainable
business practices in Nepal.
Sat
11:55 - 12:00 AM
Token of Appreciation
Presented to the Speakers of Panel 1.
Sat
12:00 – 12:55 AM
Panel 2: Unlocking Potential
Deep Dive into Nepal’s Foreign Investment Policies and their Impact.
Moderator: Amit Koirala - Founder and CEO of Addhyanta; expert in AI-driven solutions with 20+ years of experience in
software development and innovation.
Sat
12:55 – 13:00 PM
Token of Appreciation
Presented to the Speakers of Panel 2.
Sat
13:00 – 13:15 PM
Tea Break
Presented to the Speakers of Panel 2.
Sat
13:15 – 14:10 PM
Panel 3: Investing in Nepal
How the Diaspora can Leverage Global Expertise for Local Startup success.
Moderator: Ichhya Malla - Founder, People First; empowering marginalised communities particularly women through
sustainable development practices.
Sat
14:10 – 14:15 PM
Token of Appreciation
Presented to the Speakers of Panel 3.
Sat
14:15 – 15:15 PM
Late Lunch
Sponsored by the MIT Group Foundation.
Sat
15:15 – 16:05 PM
Panel 4: Bridging the Gap
Fostering Agri-Startup Growth through Diaspora Collaborations and Public-Private Partnerships.
Moderator: Guna Raj Dhakal - Founder, Chairperson, Renewable Energy Institute of Engineering, Pulchowk Campus;
pioneering sustainable energy solutions through education and innovation
Sat
16:05 – 16:10 PM
Token of Appreciation
Presented to the Speakers of Panel 4.
Sat
16:10 – 16:30 PM
Presentation by the Top 3 finalists for The Future Roots Awards Competition
The Future Roots Award will be recognising the startup with the most impactful and innovative
concept. The startup that exhibits a strong commitment to sustainability across environmental,
social, or economic dimensions will be awarded the winner. Judged by:
Jamuna Ghale
Co- founder and Executive Director of MIT. Committed philanthropist in
community development through MIT Group Foundation to make a
significant impact on communities.
Juna Mathema
Leading Entrepreneur and startup mentor, empowering women-led
business in Nepal.
Gaurav Agarwal
Founder and President of NYEF, Managing Director of Marriott Hotel in
Nepal, and Founder of Agrawal Structural Consultants, specialising in
sustainable architecture.
Saurabh Jyoti
Director of Jyoti Group and Chairman of Syakar Trading distributor of
Honda in Nepal.
Sat
16:30 – 16:45 PM
Startup Competition Winner Announcement & Prize Giving
Prize giving by the Guest of Honour/Competition Sponsor.
Sat
16:45 – 16:50 PM
Closing Speech
By the UNDO Representative/MIT Group Foundation.
Sat
16:50 – 17:00 PM
Closing Remarks
By the Master of Conference Lex Limbu.
Sat
17:00 PM
Entertainment & Networking Session
Networking - Visit Stalls - Photo Session
Live Music by Namlo Music Hub.
A curated selection of stalls who emphasise sustainability and innovation across various
sectors i.e. agriculture, Nepali made products, crafts and more.
Sat
18:00 PM
Cocktail Dinner
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Sat
21:00 PM
Closing of the Event
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