NETWORK. LEARN. GROW —TOGETHER.
Where founders, family businesses, and professionals connect
About Us
Indian Entrepreneurs’ Collective (IEC) is a peer community for founders, startup leaders, family-business heirs, and entrepreneurial professionals. We curate learning, social, and hands-on workshops that help members grow in business and in life, within a culture of trust, respect, and zero discrimination.
How we operate: An Executive team runs the platform for a one-year term, supported by a Governing Council of past Chairs. Roles include Chair, Vice Chair, Finance, Learning, Membership, Communications/Secretary, and Execs who assist delivery. Programming spans educational sessions, social mixers, personal development, and workshops.
Our Mission
IEC welcome diverse experiences while ensuring every member feels among peers, sharing openly, learning continuously, and giving back to the community.
Our mission is to empower this community by dedicatedly fostering meaningful relationships and strategically providing the essential tools for Networking, Learning, and Growth. We believe that true growth isn’t just about individual effort, but about the collective strength derived from organized, productive collaborations and invaluable connections within a like-minded peer group.
Benefits of Joining
Learn
Learning is a never-ending process. IEC encourages its members to be the students of Life. IEC organizes workshops for you to optimize your business with innovative approaches shared by thought leaders. Share challenges, get experienced guidance to scale your business.
Network
Find extensive opportunities to meet, connect and associate with purpose-driven leaders. Create thoughtful analysis which helps you revamp your business and scale with impactful affiliation. IEC provides you exclusive resources to enhance your leadership capabilities and improve decision-making abilities.
Grow
Growing not only as a leader but also as a person is what you gain from Indian Entrepreneurs' Collective. The real formula of growth is attaining knowledge on multiple perspectives. IEC organises innumerable events, workshops, and occasions to satiate your thirst to initiate incredible personal and professional development.
Executive & Governing Council
Executive (Board)
- Chair (overall direction; 1‑year term, extendable to max two terms)
- Vice Chair (by Chair’s choice)
- Learning Chair
- Membership Chair
- Finance Chair
- Communications/Secretary
- Executives (to assist)
Governing Council (GC)
- All past Chairs (on annual fee) + Current Chair
- One past Chair is elected GC‑Elect
- Meets at least quarterly; mentors the Executive and reviews progress.
** The Chair selects the team; the Executive targets at least 10 meetings per IEC year with quorum and notice norms. Minimum attendance is required for continued eligibility
Membership
Eligibility & Criteria
- Age 20–49 at induction (max 50)
- Two references from existing IEC members
- Commitment to organize/co‑organize at least one IEC event within 6 months
- Fees paid as decided for the year (renewed annually; due by April 30)
Application Window & Process
- Annual drive: Feb 1 – Mar 31
- Prospective members may attend up to two pre-approved events as guests (pro bono) to experience IEC
- Submit the application form with details and any requested testimonials
- Membership Chair vets applications; Executive approves before adding to any IEC communication platform
- New members are introduced at the next IEC event; Secretary updates the member database
Renewal & Engagement
- Renewal occurs each April 1st based on the criteria and engagement.
- Members attending less than 40% of events in a year may incur an additional 20% renewal fee.
- The Membership Chair may refuse renewal for low engagement after the Executive Committee process. A no-refund policy applies.
- The membership list cannot be used for mass marketing, solicitation, or uploading to external databases.
- Social media and communications are moderated as per the policy approved by the Executive, through a third-party vendor if engaged.
Member Conduct & Data Use
- Membership list cannot be used for mass marketing/solicitation or external databases
- Social media and communications are moderated as per policy approved by the Executive (via third-party vendor if engaged)
Executive Board
Riya Rai
Governing Council
Members
Sessions/Year
Learning hours
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