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Webinar on Building Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs with bright minds and outstanding ideas are working to stimulate economic development and innovation in their region. Establishing and maintaining a healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem has always been one the main goals of UMT. Accreditations and Academic Improvement Cell (AAQIC) in determination to propel forward organized a webinar on “Building Entrepreneurial Ecosystem”.

The webinar was commenced by the guest speaker, Mr. Norris Krueger, PhD- Senior Subject Matter Expert for Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Learning. The session was joined by faculty, students, and UMT staff. Mr. Krueger mentioned that to build a sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem grassroots efforts are required. A new economic view is essential in order to develop a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem that drives growth, innovation, and scale up businesses. He further stated that a clear strategic vision, strong leadership to support the cause, and a shift from conventional economic thinking about businesses and markets are the prerequisites for an entrepreneurial ecosystem.  The participants found the session intriguing.