Greetings from IIMK LIVE!

IIMK LIVE is a Business Incubator and Entrepreneurship Development Center of IIM Kozhikode with the support of Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Established in June 2016, the center is envisioned to function as a Business Incubator with a purpose of creating a National Center of Excellence that promotes innovation, new business venturing and entrepreneurship. It seeks to emerge as a collaborative platform that helps transform innovative ideas into business ventures that make significant economic and social impact.

 Towards this effort LIVE, in its three cohorts, are incubating 29 startup organizations across sectors having innovative ideas supported by strong team and a vision to contribute to the ecosystem.

 LIVE is now inviting applications for admissions to its Business Incubation Program (BIP/18/R2). Interested entrepreneurs may apply before 31^st October, 2018 by registering on the website www.iimklive.org and submitting the application form after completing all the details.

 Incubation program at LIVE promises smart co-working space, vibrant community, systematic and intensive mentorship, business services, training, networking opportunities, access to funding and everything that can help Start-ups survive the challenges of starting a business and turn them into a great deal of excitement.

So, Go LIVE at IIM Kozhikode!

For more information and queries about the Business Incubation Program, you may write to enquiry@iimklive.org

Dear All

IIMK LIVE,Business Incubator and Entrepreneurship Development Centre of IIM Kozhikode is conducting the Pre Pitching awareness session on Indian Oil's Start-Up Scheme. This session is open for Professionals from Industry,Startups, Academia, as well as alumni/student of colleges/institutes/universities.

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd India's flagship oil major has embarked upon promoting innovation ecosystem by providing Financial & Intellectual Support to Start-Ups in the Energy Sector, under Indian Oil Start-Up Scheme. Encouraged by the overwhelming response in Round-1 and enthusiasm of the young entrepreneurs, Indian Oil Start-Up Scheme Round II is open w.e.f 1st June 2018, inviting applications/proposals through the online portal. www.indianoilstartupfund.in

To reach out to budding entrepreneurs and innovation enthusiasts, IIMK LIVE in association with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. is organizing "Pre Pitching Awareness Session" at IIM Kozhikode. Indian Oil officials will be conducting interactive-session with the interested people from the region and share inputs on the proposed scheme and the support provided under the Scheme.

Last date to register for Pre Pitching Awareness Session is 5th August 2018. Visit www.iimklive.org or Click here to register for the session. The Pre Pitching Awareness Session is scheduled as per below details: Date: 6th August, 2018, Monday Time: 3 PM Venue: MDC,IIM Kozhikode

We are glad to announce the elections of new members of the Executive Committee of IIMK Alumni Association for the year 2017-18.

• Announcing elections and calling for nominations on 13th Feb 2018.

• Closing date for receipt of Nominations on Kasebook (Online Alumni Portal of IIM K) shall be till 15th Feb 2018, midnight.

• The withdrawals from Nomination will be allowed till midnight, 15th Feb 2018 and closing Midnight on 15th Feb 2018.

• The Election process will be during 19th Feb – 28th Feb 2018, online through Kasebook.

• Announcement of Election of Executive Committee members (During AGM) on 10th Mar 2018

A. The Executive Committee of IIMK Alumni Association

The Executive Committee of IIMK Alumni Association consists of 7 elected members and 3 Ex-Officio members from the institute, namely, the Director of the Institute, Accounts officer of the Institute and the Chairperson-Alumni Relations & Activities Committee. The office bearers, namely, President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer shall be elected by the Executive Committee from among themselves. The term of the Executive Committee shall be for 2 years.

B. Vacancies at IIMK Alumni Association

At present, there are SEVEN Executive Committee vacancies for two year term to be filled up by election process. The seven candidates obtaining the highest number of votes will be eligible for regular vacancies.

C. Election Process

a. Nomination Form for election to the Executive Committee is required to be proposed by alumnus along with a brief Profile (not more than 200 words) and a Photograph. Completed nomination form must be received on Kasebook latest by 12 AM on 15th February 2018.

b. Nominations will be examined by the Institute and a list of valid nominations received will be updated on Kasebook post 15th February, 2018.

c. Elections will be held Online through Kasebook during 19th February to 28th February 2018 by secret ballot. There is no provision of proxy voting.

d. A tally of votes polled by each candidate will be prepared. From this tally the vacancies will be filled up based on candidates having highest votes.

e. In case of a tie, the Alumni Chairperson may choose an appropriate method for resolving it.

D. General

1. This notice is prepared keeping in view the rules and regulations of IIMK Alumni Association as mentioned in its By-laws.

2. If there is a discrepancy, the interpretation as suggested by the returning officer appointed by the Institute shall be final.

Thanks and Regards

Prof. Omkumar Krishnan

Chairperson-Alumni Relations IIM Kozhikode