New Delhi
February 13, 2024
Experienced leaders from Flipkart, Walmart Vriddhi, Walmart, Swasti, and other industry experts shared valuable tips on how to grow businesses in the digital world during informative sessions.
Experienced leaders from Flipkart, Walmart Vriddhi, Walmart, Swasti, and other industry experts shared valuable tips on how to grow businesses in the digital world during informative sessions.
A special fireside chat featured a Walmart Vriddhi mentor and graduates of the MSME program. They shared their experiences on the benefits of joining the program and how it prepared, trained, and supported MSMEs in accelerating their business growth.
Attendees had the opportunity to learn from these sessions and gain insights into strategies for enhancing their businesses in the digital realm.
The event was graced by Walmart Vriddhi's honoured guest, Ms. Najma Hashmi, Director of International Trade at the India SME Forum. Among the other distinguished attendees were senior leadership representatives from Walmart and Flipkart, including Mr. Jason Fremstad, Senior Vice President of Supplier Development; Mr. Nittin Dutt,
Najma emphasized the importance of MSMEs as the backbone of the economy and their need for digital transformation, in line with India's vision to become the third-largest global economy.
Jason highlighted Walmart's vision for supporting MSMEs nationwide and the impactful contributions made through Walmart Vriddhi, underscoring the expanding Indian economy.
Rakesh delivered an engaging session on the transformative power of technology in business through eCommerce, offering invaluable insights for MSMEs looking to leverage digital platforms.
Sherry focused on the significance of inclusion in supplier development. She also spoke about creating eCommerce opportunities for suppliers within Walmart's supply chain.
This unique segment featured Mr. V. S. Kumar, a Walmart Vriddhi mentor, along with Walmart Vriddhi graduates Mr. Vikalp Maithil, Co-founder of Pavika Organics, and Ms. Preeti Bhandari, Founder of Naturally Pahadi. They shared their entrepreneurial journeys in an insightful discussion moderated by Mr. Shiv Kumar, Chief Mentor of Swasti and Co-Founder of Catalyst Group.