TiEcon 2025 To Honor India’s Startup Leaders With Hall Of Fame Awards

TiE Mumbai is set to host the ‘Hall of Fame’ Awards at TiEcon 2025 on March 12, bringing together the key enablers of India’s startup and investment ecosystem.

The Indian startup landscape has evolved into one of the most dynamic and fast-growing in the world, with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders driving the next wave of economic transformation. Recognising them and their impact, The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Mumbai is set to host the ‘Hall of Fame’ Awards at TiEcon 2025.

Scheduled to take place at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, TiEcon 2025 is expected to host over 3,000 attendees, 120+ speakers, and 50+ sessions, offering a deep dive into India’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape. A highlight of the event, the Hall of Fame Awards will celebrate individuals and institutions that have made exceptional contributions to the startup ecosystem, corporate leadership, investment, and public service.

Recognising Industry Trailblazers

The Hall of Fame Awards will honor a diverse mix of founders, investors, investment bankers, corporate leaders, and government change-makers who have played a crucial role in shaping India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. N.R. Narayana Murthy, founder of Infosys, will be the Guest of Honor, adding to the significance of the occasion.

“Entrepreneurship is the backbone of India’s economic growth, and it is essential to recognise the pioneers who are driving meaningful change. The Hall of Fame is a tribute to those who have dared to innovate, build, and create a lasting impact,” said Ranu Vohra, President of TiE Mumbai.

The awards will be presented across multiple categories, including:

• Pioneering Unicorn Investor – Recognising investors who have played a pivotal role in backing unicorn startups
• Catalyst of Startup Ecosystem & Innovation – Celebrating individuals driving mentorship, funding, and policy initiatives
• Startup Power Couple – Honoring cofounders who have jointly built and scaled successful startups
• Innovator in Logistics Excellence – Recognising startups revolutionising the supply chain and logistics industry
• Transformative AI Startup in Customer Service – Acknowledging startups that have leveraged AI to redefine consumer interactions

With India now home to 120 unicorns and a growing pipeline of soonicorns, such awards recognise not just past achievements but also the next generation of disruptors who are redefining industries and driving economic growth.

“As we honor these visionaries, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and impactful change in India’s entrepreneurial landscape,” said Apoorva Sharma, President Elect, TiE Mumbai and cofounder, Venture Catalysts and 9Unicorns.

A Gathering Of Leaders And Changemakers

The Hall of Fame Awards will be attended by some of the most influential names in the startup ecosystem, including OYO’s Ritesh Agarwal, Nazara Technologies’ MD Nitish Mittersain, and Enam Holdings’ Manish Chokhani, among others. With key figures from across sectors participating, TiEcon 2025 aims to foster high-impact discussions on entrepreneurship, investment, and the future of India’s startup ecosystem.

The event will also serve as a platform to discuss the evolving role of investors, the impact of new-age technologies, and the pathways for scaling startups into global enterprises.

Beyond celebrating individual excellence, TiE Mumbai aims to strengthen the startup ecosystem by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and investment. By bringing together investors, policymakers, and industry veterans, the event will spotlight the challenges and opportunities that will define the next phase of India’s startup revolution.