Vikram Ditya Sharma/Chandigarh
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Dass & Brown Experiential Learning School (D-BELS), in collaboration with TRINITi, brought together thought leaders, policymakers, educators, entrepreneurs, and parents at ENPARC 2024—a conclave on Raising Future Entrepreneurs: Next-Gen Parenting—held at CII Chandigarh.
The event opened with an auspicious lamp lighting ceremony, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge and inspiration, followed by a keynote address by Praveen Sinha, IPS ADGP NRI Affairs, Punjab.
The first panel discussion, moderated by Ritika Khuranna, Founder of The Workshop and STEM Curriculum Specialist, focused on Raising Future Entrepreneurs and how to foster an entrepreneurial mindset from an early age. Jyotika Bedi, Founder of Happiness is Love, spoke about the importance of emotional well-being as a foundation for entrepreneurial growth. Sourav Munjal, Founder of Lahori Jeera, shared insights on encouraging problem-solving skills and business acumen in children. Harit Mohan, CEO of Signicent, and Sameer Sharma, Founder of uEngage, emphasized creating opportunities for real-world learning and leveraging technology to prepare students for the future economy.
Vivek Atray, former IAS officer and motivational speaker, inspired the audience with his insights on mindfulness, curiosity, and character building. He encouraged parents to prioritize emotional stability and resilience over academic scores. Komal Talwar, Founder of XLSCOUT, spoke about design thinking and innovation, while Kavita Das, Retired Principal of St. John’s High School, emphasized values-based education. Harpreet Randhawa, Lead Education Specialist at Apple Education, shared how technology-driven learning can enhance creativity and adaptability.
Later, Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff, CEO & MD of Kalorex Group, captivated the audience with her talk on ‘Total Parenting Solutions’. The second panel, moderated by Anju Mehta, CBSE Master Trainer and Former Principal, turned the spotlight on Next Gen Parenting and how to raise children for an unknown future.
Vivek Atray, former IAS officer and motivational speaker, inspired the audience with his insights on mindfulness, curiosity, and character building. He encouraged parents to prioritize emotional stability and resilience over academic scores. Komal Talwar, Founder of XLSCOUT, spoke about design thinking and innovation, while Kavita Das, Retired Principal of St. John’s High School, emphasized values-based education. Harpreet Randhawa, Lead Education Specialist at Apple Education, shared how technology-driven learning can enhance creativity and adaptability.
Concluding the event, Kamal Kishor Yadav, Secretary, School Education, Punjab, commended D-BELS and TRINITi for creating a transformative platform that blends education, parenting, and entrepreneurship strategies. He urged schools to modernize their approaches by incorporating experiential learning, AI, and entrepreneurship, preparing children to lead in a globalized world.
With discussions ranging from parenting solutions to entrepreneurship and education, ENPARC 2024 left the audience inspired and motivated to rethink the way they approach learning and parenting. The conclave set a new benchmark in preparing future-ready leaders and empowering parents to guide their children confidently into the future.