Entrepreneur India

What Entrepreneur India does

Entrepreneur India Media Pvt. Ltd. is a privately held business media and events company operating as the official licensee of Entrepreneur USA for the Indian and Asia-Pacific markets. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New Delhi (with operational roots listed in Faridabad), the company runs an integrated platform combining annual conferences, awards programs, exhibitions, and a print/digital magazine aimed at the startup and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Its flagship event, the Entrepreneur Summit (16th edition scheduled for October 5, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi), is positioned as one of Asia-Pacific's largest entrepreneurship gatherings, drawing 1,500+ attendees, 150+ speakers, 250+ participating startups, and over 5,000 visitors at previous shows.

The company's product portfolio centers on five event-based offerings: the Entrepreneur Summit conference, Entrepreneur Awards (75+ categories including Entrepreneur of the Year and Woman Entrepreneur of the Year), the Entrepreneur Exhibition trade show, the Startup Kickoff investor-pitching platform, and the India Digital Enabler Awards (IDEA) covering digital and AI innovation. A subscription-based Entrepreneur Magazine (INR 3,200–7,200 for 1–3 year plans) provides a recurring editorial revenue stream. No proprietary technology platform underpins these offerings; the business is fundamentally a media brand, content operation, and physical/digital events business.

Revenue is generated through one-time fees for conference delegate passes (INR 6,000–11,000+ GST), tiered passes including Platinum and Investor/Mentor passes, award nomination fees (INR 25,000+ GST per nomination), exhibition and sponsorship packages sold to brands and corporates, and recurring magazine subscriptions. The customer base spans early-stage entrepreneurs, angel investors and VCs, CXOs, government policymakers (e.g., IT/BT Minister of Karnataka, former G20 Sherpa), and corporate sponsors. The firm is closely affiliated with Franchise India, sharing senior leadership (Sachin Marya serves as Editorial Director of Entrepreneur India & APAC and Managing Director of Franchise India), which functions as a parent or sister operating entity.

Name

Entrepreneur India

Legal name

Entrepreneur India Media Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://entrepreneurindia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Entrepreneur India Media Pvt. Ltd. operates as India's largest entrepreneurship media and events platform, the official licensee of Entrepreneur USA. It runs annual conferences, awards programs, exhibitions, pitching platforms, and a magazine serving entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders across the Asia-Pacific region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Media & Events

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities (71132)

SIC

Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro primary industry

Business Planning, Pitching & Competitions (Pitch Decks, Demo Days) (EDAMAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Career Exploration & Industry Exposure (Guest Speakers, Company Visits) (EDAMAHAJ), Entrepreneurship Foundations & Startup Basics (EDAMAHAA)

Keywords

• Business media platform
• Entrepreneurship events
• Startup conferences
• Business awards
• Industry exhibitions

Headquarters

HQ city

Faridabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Event Tickets & Conference Registration: Delegate passes, summit access, and networking events sold at tiered price points (INR 6,000–11,000 + GST). Premium and invitation-only passes available at higher price points.
2. Award Nominations: Companies and individuals pay nomination fees (INR 25,000 + GST) to participate in industry awards programs.
3. Exhibition & Sponsorship: Exhibition stalls and sponsorship packages sold to brands, startups, and ecosystem players seeking visibility and direct engagement with the entrepreneur community.
4. Magazine Subscription: Print and digital magazine subscriptions sold at INR 3,200 (1 year), INR 5,600 (2 years), INR 7,200 (3 years), and combo offers at INR 4,200.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Entrepreneur India operates as the official licensee of Entrepreneur USA for the Indian and Asia-Pacific markets, organizing flagship business conferences (the Entrepreneur Summit), startup awards programs (IDEA Awards, Entrepreneur Awards), exhibitions, and producing editorial media content targeting entrepreneurs, startup founders, investors, and corporate leaders across the region.

Product overview

Entrepreneur India operates as a business media and events platform offering a portfolio of products centered around entrepreneurship support. The core offerings include the annual Entrepreneur Summit (the flagship conference now in its 16th edition), Entrepreneur Awards (recognizing industry stalwarts), the Exhibition (trade show for startups), Startup Kickoff (startup pitching platform), and IDEA Awards (digital/AI innovation awards). These products work together to serve the startup ecosystem through conferences, awards recognition, investor connections, and media content including a magazine subscription. The platform connects entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and industry leaders through curated in-person events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Startup Kickoff: Platform for startups to pitch directly to investors, featuring growth startups and entrepreneurs looking to raise investment.
• Entrepreneur India IDEA Awards

Products and services

• Entrepreneur Summit
• IDEA Awards
• Entrepreneur Exhibition
• Startup Kickoff
• Entrepreneur Magazine Subscription
• Entrepreneur Awards

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 5,000 visitors at previous shows and 1,500+ expected at Entrepreneur 2026
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Scale Media International LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Primary organizer of the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards along with Franchise India and Entrepreneur Asia Pacific. Scale Media International Ltd leads the international expansion strategy for Indian hospitality events.
• Franchise IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Co-organizer of Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards and associated with Entrepreneur India as the broader media platform operator.
• Ernst & YoungcoreOthersIndependent tabulation of awards for Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards, providing credibility and transparency to the judging process.
• Cobra BeerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner for the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards London edition during India Week 2026.
• HeerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner for the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards London edition.
• NITI AayogcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJudging panel representative for India Digital Enabler Awards (IDEA) 2026, validating awards credibility in digital innovation.
• Department of Science and Technology (Government of India)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJudging panel representative for India Digital Enabler Awards (IDEA) 2026 alongside NITI Aayog and IvyCap Ventures.
• IvyCap VenturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJudging panel representative for India Digital Enabler Awards (IDEA) 2026.
• Bharat Mandapam Convention CentrecoreOthersWorld-class venue for Entrepreneur 2026 (16th edition) in New Delhi.
• Royal Lancaster LondoncoreOthersVenue for the inaugural Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards London edition during India Week 2026.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs): Global nonprofit fostering entrepreneurship through mentorship, networking events, and conferences with strong India chapter presence (TiE Delhi, TiE Mumbai). Competes for the same entrepreneur-investor-mentor audience that Entrepreneur India curates.
• Inc42: Indian startup media, data, and research platform that publishes funding news, sector reports, and hosts events like the 42-Plus annual conference. Comparable business model of media + events + community around Indian entrepreneurship.
• YourStory: India's largest digital media platform for startups and entrepreneurs, covering stories, funding news, and founder interviews. Directly comparable to Entrepreneur India as a content-and-community platform targeting the same entrepreneur persona.

Broad incumbents

• TechCrunch: Global startup and venture capital media brand running Disrupt, the world's flagship startup conference. Comparable as a media+events platform, though at significantly larger scale and serving a global audience.
• NASSCOM: India's premier tech industry trade body that runs large-scale conferences (NASSCOM Technology & Leadership Forum) and awards. Overlaps with Entrepreneur India on startup ecosystem events and policy advocacy but serves the broader IT industry.
• Forbes India: Business media platform with print, digital, and event properties including Forbes 30 Under 30 and entrepreneurship awards. Comparable in combining business media brand with entrepreneur recognition and event programming.
• CII (Confederation of Indian Industry): Indian industry chamber hosting large business summits, awards, and policy forums with deep government ties. Comparable in running major business events and bringing together entrepreneurs, corporates, and policymakers.

Others

• Entrepreneur Media (US): US-based parent licensor of the Entrepreneur brand used by Entrepreneur India. Provides the international brand credibility and content standards that anchor Entrepreneur India's positioning in the APAC market.
• Franchise India Holdings: Parent company of Entrepreneur India Media Pvt. Ltd., operating franchise and licensing events and media including the Indian Restaurant Congress. Most directly comparable business model and shared leadership with Sachin Marya.

Regional players

• Scale Media International Ltd: Indian media and events company co-organizing Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards with Entrepreneur India / Franchise India. Operates the international expansion strategy and venue partnerships including Royal Lancaster London.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/smallbizindia
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@EntrepreneurIndiamedia
• Facebookfacebook.com/Smallmediumentrepreneur
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/entrepreneur-media

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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