As frontier technologies rapidly evolve, Indias DeepTech sector has experienced significant growth in recent years. To rank among the top three global DeepTech ecosystems, patient capital for scaling, robust R D collaborations with academia for cutting-edge innovation, and enhanced market access through ecosystem connections are crucial. To foster this growth, nasscom has launched the 8 th edition of its flagship InnoTrek program from September 17-26, 2024 , in the U.S., connecting Indias DeepTech ecosystem to the world.
InnoTrek 2024 offers a ten-day immersive experience across multiple US cities New York , New Jersey , Chicago and San Fransisco, connecting 35 Indian DeepTech startups with leading tech giants, investors, and mentors. The program includes pre-event virtual sessions on crucial topics like go-to-market strategies and funding opportunities in the US, along with a dedicated India Deep Tech Day Confluence showcasing the transformative potential of the Indian deeptech industry.
The program will offer exclusive networking reception with prominent investors, venture capitalists, and potential clients from across industries, customer connect session, pre-arranged connect pitch session with Tech experts and investors at prominent corporates campuses such as Plug and Play, Western Digital and Cognizant along with a visit to Stanford University campus for tech/GTM collaboration. InnoTrek 2024 will also host a welcome reception with the Indian embassy representatives and program partners and introductions to key stakeholders in the Silicon Valley ecosystem.
Speaking on the programme, Kritika Murugesan , Senior Director- Deep Tech Startups at nasscom , said, Indias technology landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid rise of DeepTech startups. Over the years, InnoTrek has built a strong legacy of empowering startups, offering unparalleled opportunities to connect with leading technology disruptors, venture capitalists, accelerators, and partners. nasscom InnoTrek 2024 is tailored to equip Indian DeepTech startups with the insights and tools needed to navigate the dynamic global DeepTech ecosystem.
An invite-only delegation, InnoTrek connects Indian tech and DeepTech startups with the tech, business, and investor ecosystems globally, offering the chance to engage with leading technology disruptors, venture capitalists, accelerators, and partners. The program offers critical insights into international expansion, funding opportunities, and the role of DeepTech in shaping a sustainable future. Serving as a platform for knowledge exchange, strategic partnerships, and market access, InnoTrek empowers startups to scale on the global stage. Over its seven editions, InnoTrek has impacted more than 200 startups, connecting them with over 250 speakers, mentors, and investors from Silicon Valley and the Middle East .