​Making the Government an Ally for your StartUp

​Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Akhilesh Tilotia, hosted by Prateek Mehta, Founding Partner at SPC India. This session will decode the complex interplay between government institutions and startup innovation in India's rapidly evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

​About Akhilesh Tilotia

​Akhilesh brings a unique perspective as a government officer, economist, banker, and a start-up founder. He has served as Head of Research at the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund, his career spans leadership roles at Axis Bank, the Kotak group, and BCG. He is the author of two acclaimed books: "The Making of India – GameChanging Transitions" (2015) and "Through the Looking Glass" (2021), which draw from his extensive experience in both public and private sectors. He co-founded PARK Financial Advisors (2006-09) and now, Thurro. An IIM Ahmedabad MBA and MITx alumni, he is a prolific business media commentator focusing on the intersection of finance and policy.

​Discussion Focus

​In this nuanced exploration, we'll delve into:

• ​Institutional Architecture: Understanding the multi-layered dynamics between central, state, and city governments, regulatory bodies, and PSUs – and how their distinct mandates and pressures shape startup opportunities

• ​Strategic Government Engagement: Beyond basic compliance, how startups can leverage government initiatives for competitive advantage through PLI schemes, India Stack integration, and ecosystem development

• ​Capital & Risk Optimization: Sophisticated approaches to accessing government support for capital efficiency, risk mitigation, and ecosystem building – including novel funding mechanisms and regulatory frameworks

• ​Stakeholder Navigation: Advanced strategies for building effective government relationships through industry associations, policy committees, and think tanks – moving beyond traditional advocacy to collaborative innovation

​This session is designed for founders and senior executives who want to elevate their understanding of government partnerships from a tactical necessity to a strategic advantage.

​Limited seats available. Registration required.