About YESummit

The YESummit is a transformative platform dedicated to fostering grassroots entrepreneurship and advancing economic development in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). By convening a diverse group of participants, including students, aspiring women entrepreneurs, and grassroots innovators, the summit facilitates the exchange of knowledge, mentorship opportunities, and strategic partnerships within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

About YouthAid Foundation

YouthAid Foundation, a Section 8 non-profit founded in 2017, promotes grassroots entrepreneurship in India. Through its flagship program, YESummit, the foundation empowers entrepreneurs with essential skills like business ideation, market analysis, financial literacy, digital tools, branding, marketing, and packaging, fostering self-employment and improving livelihoods.

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Journey of YESummits

Since its inception in 2016, YESummit has steadily grown from a pioneering idea in Pune into a national movement for grassroots entrepreneurship. Each edition has added new dimensions, strengthened partnerships, and expanded impact

2016
1st YESummit, Pune

Launched as a platform for startups, incubators, and entrepreneurs to exchange business ideas, marking the beginning of an evolving entrepreneurial movement. 50 participants.

2017
2nd YESummit, Pune

Focused on overcoming startup challenges and promoting entrepreneurial growth through expert discussions and collaborations. 150 participants, showing increased engagement.

2019
3rd YESummit, Pune

Emphasized capacity building, legal compliance, and sectoral diversification for young entrepreneurs, continuing its expansion. 200 participants.

2020
4th YESummit, Pune

Introduced YES Clubs and deeper mentorship by industry experts, strengthening youth enterprise networks. 250 participants.

2021
5th YESummit, Pune

Celebrated India’s 75th Independence with a 16-day bootcamp and global discussions with investors. 275 participants, reflecting growing national recognition.

2022
6th YESummit, Kolkata

Held at Adamas University, offered collaborative sessions with academia and industry to promote youth entrepreneurship. 275 participants.

2024
7th YESummit, Pune

Brought together 300 women and youth nationwide, fostering inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation through mentoring and networking.

2025
8th YESummit, Bengaluru

A national platform connecting 350 entrepreneurs, 50 volunteers, and 30 experts, enhancing mentorship, innovation, and sustainable business growth.

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