Google, FB, Microsoft, LinkedIn, IAMAI visit Startup Village

TechnoparkToday.com>> Top officials of Google, Facebook, Microsoft, LinkedIn and the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) visited Startup Village at Kalamasserry on Friday to learn more about the technology business incubator and explore avenues to support young entrepreneurs there.

Google India Managing Director Rajan Anandan, Facebook Country Head Kirthiga Reddy, LinkedIn Country Head Nishant Rao, Microsoft Consumer Channel Group Head G Chakrapani, IAMAI President Subho Ray and Manorama Online Chief Operating Officer Mariam Mathew were part of the delegation that interacted with the firms to learn about the startup ecosystem at the Village, which has become a nurturing ground for young entrepreneurs in the country.

“This is an amazing place and we really need to appreciate the effort that has gone into creating such an incubation facility. This model should be replicated in all other states. The talent, ambition and confidence of these youngsters are impressive,” said Google’s Rajan Anandan.

IAMAI President Subho Ray said that they will extend all possible assistance to young entrepreneurs at the village. “We have formally initiated a discussion with the Startup Village team. We will finalise a support scheme in due course.”

Startup Village Chairman Sanjay Vijayakumar said that it was a major recognition for Startup Village that majors like Google, Facebook, LinkedIN and Microsoft were coming forward to interact with the young entrepreneurs and appreciating the startup ecosystem which they have created.