Innovation & Entrepreneurship Summit 2026 by American Telugu Association x Ideabaaz

Entrepreneurship Is More Than Building Companies

It's about creating opportunities, inspiring the next generation, and strengthening a community that believes in building together.

The American Telugu Association proudly celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship by bringing together founders, investors, students, and business leaders from around the world.

Spend your Sunday learning from industry leaders, exchanging ideas, and connecting with people shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

Let's connect. Let's inspire. Let's build the future together.

Who's This For?

Founders. Entrepreneurs. Investors. Venture Capitalists. Angel Investors. Business Leaders. Startup Teams. Technology Professionals. Students. Builders. Innovators. Anyone passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and creating impact.

What You'll Experience

Inspiring keynote sessions

Founder & investor panel discussions

Live startup pitch competition

Meaningful networking

Startup showcases

Awards & recognition

Meet Industry Leaders

Learn from entrepreneurs, investors, healthcare pioneers, AI innovators, and business leaders who continue to shape industries across the world. Hear their journeys, ask questions, exchange ideas, and build relationships that extend beyond the summit.

Featured Speakers

Keynote Speaker
Dr. Guru N Reddy — Founder & Chairman, Continental Hospitals, Healthcare Leader

Moderator
Ravi Reddy Kaki — CEO, Sunera Group | Investor

Panelists

Sandesh Sharda — Entrepreneur | Angel Investor | Philanthropist | Titan, Ideabaaz (ZEE TV)

Ravi Reddy Bokka — Chairman, Think Capital

Rishi N Reddy — Entrepreneur & Investor | Tarsadia Investments

Sri Peddu — Investor | Powerhouse Ventures

Judges at the Pitchfest

Lax Chepuri — Founder & CEO, TechnoGen Inc.

Ram Sudireddy — Founder, Chairman, President & CEO, Bento

Dayakar Puskoor — Entrepreneur & Investor | Dallas Venture Capital

Lakshmi Purushothaman — Founder & CEO, Luminar Data Solutions

Raj Lingam — Entrepreneur | Digital Transformation Thought Leader & Advisor

Dhiraj Kumar Sinha — Investor, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Silver X

Startup Pitch Competition

19 carefully selected startups will pitch their innovations live before an accomplished panel of investors and industry leaders.

What's at Stake?

Access to a $1B+ Venture Capital network

Network with 30+ Venture Capital firms

Learn from 50+ founders, investors & mentors

Meet 250+ entrepreneurial mindsets

Event Flow

1:00 PM – 1:10 PM
Introduction & Kickoff

1:10 PM – 1:30 PM
Featured Talk: Innovation Without Borders: The Entrepreneur's Case for Building Where Everyone Said You Couldn't

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Panel Talk: What Makes a Founder Fundable Today?

Startup Pitch Competition (Parallel Tracks)

2:05 PM – 4:15 PM
Live startup pitches by 19 selected startups.

Closing Session

4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Break | Video Showcase

4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Awards Ceremony

5:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Closing Note

Entry Information

Entry payment will be collected at the venue during check-in. We recommend arriving a little early to ensure a smooth registration experience and enjoy the complete summit.

Stay Connected

For more details regarding the event, visit our website: https://americanteluguassociation.org/

Ideabaaz: https://ideabaaz.co.in/

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