STARTUP CONNECTS
From ideas sketched in notebooks to startups built for the real world, EDEC Startup Connect is an entrepreneurship program at Christ University designed to ignite and support student founders. It serves as a launchpad for innovative thinkers who want to move beyond concepts and begin building ventures with real potential and purpose.
​
Operating on a structured cohort model, the program offers guided mentorship, access to essential resources, and opportunities for funding and validation. Student founders receive hands-on support at every stage, helping them refine ideas, test assumptions, and develop scalable business models in a disciplined and supportive environment.
​
Surrounded by a vibrant startup ecosystem of peers, experienced mentors, and potential investors, participants benefit from constant learning, collaboration, and exposure. EDEC Startup Connect fosters a culture of innovation and growth, equipping students with the mindset, skills, and confidence required to build impactful startups and succeed in the entrepreneurial journey.
Startup Connect by EDEC serves as a platform where individuals can seek guidance and support in any field by connecting with the right people and opportunities. It focuses on creating exposure for ideas, startups, and aspiring entrepreneurs by bringing them closer to the business ecosystem and real-world industry perspectives.
​
By facilitating interactions with business experts, entrepreneurs, and professionals from diverse domains, EDEC helps members expand their network, gain insights, and explore possibilities beyond the classroom. Startup Connect encourages collaboration, learning, and meaningful connections that support growth, innovation, and informed decision-making.