EO–Spark 2016, a unique learning event curated and organized by the Raipur Chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) got kickstarted yesterday. The two-day event showcased the direct relation between curiosity – possibilities – success.
EO SPARK 2016 – the exclusive annual showcase event of EO South Asia was organized by EO Raipur chapter on 26th & 27th August 2016 at The Taj Gateway, Raipur. It promised to be one of the biggest and one of its kind event which is hosting numerous world-renowned faces. Bollywood superstar Irrfan Khan, Great all-rounder Cricketer WasimAkram, TATA Sons Ltd.Director - Gopal Krishnan, Media Mogul Subhash Chandra, Member of Parliament MeenakshiLekhi, Bollywood Star AbhayDeol were few of the names who were scheduled to interact and share their experiences with top entrepreneurs at the event. The speakers also shared their personal experiences relating to various issues and topics which will motivate the entrepreneurs.
Another flagship highlight of the event on day one was the tete-a-tete of entrepreneurs with honourable Chief Minister of Chattisgarh, Shri Raman Singh, who for the first time had such a meeting with the attendee business owners from all across. A lot of entrepreneurs have shown keen interest in investing in Chattisgarh. State chief minister talked about the immense opportunities and incentives the state has to offer.
EO Spark 2016 aimed at celebrating the spirit of possibilities with curiosity, inviting all curious souls within EO’s fold to be a part of this scintillating event. Curiosity is the way to live – there is no other way.
Talking about the event, Sandeep Goel, Area Director, EO Raipur, said, "We are very excited in welcoming fellow entrepreneurs to Raipur- the very heart of India. This edition of 'EO Spark 2016' is an incredible opportunity for unparalleled learning, networking with business leaders and once-in-a -lifetime experiences through meetings, special activities, and exciting entertainment."
The EO Spark has traditionally been organized for established entrepreneurs and are by far the largest gatherings of highly successful entrepreneurs on one platform for exchanging views and ideas.
The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is a global business network of 10,000+ leading entrepreneurs in 147 chapters and 48 countries. Founded in 1987 by a group of young entrepreneurs, EO enables business owners to learn from each other, leading to greater business success and an enriched personal life.
"We educate, we transform, we inspire, and we offer invaluable resources in the form of global events, leadership-development programs, an online entrepreneur forum and executive education opportunities, among other offerings designed for personal and professional growth," the firm stated in a press release.
EO South Asia started in 1997 with a chapter in Mumbai and has now grown to 15 chapters and 1000+ members. Each member, by rule, is owner/founder/majority stakeholder of a business generating an earning of a minimum USD 1 million in the most recent fiscal year. EO SA has members from across industry sectors whose collective sales value is USD 87.6 billion.