MSME & Startup

MSME & Startup

MSME & Startup VERTICAL

Mr. Sushil Sharma

President: MSME & Startup Vertical

Mr. Gulshan Narang

Vice President: MSME & Startup Vertical

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) & Startup Vertical within the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI) plays a pivotal role in fostering the growth and prosperity of small businesses and emerging startups across the BRICS nations. Committed to empowering MSMEs and startups alike, this vertical offers a wide range of tailored support services aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by early-stage ventures and small and medium-sized enterprises.

Central to the mission of the MSME & Startup Vertical is providing MSMEs and startups with access to essential resources and opportunities. Through initiatives focused on access to finance, funding and investment linkages, market intelligence, capacity building, mentorship, and networking, the vertical endeavors to level the playing field for small businesses and startups, enabling them to compete effectively in the global marketplace.

Moreover, the MSME & Startup Vertical places a strong emphasis on skill development and knowledge sharing. By offering a diverse array of training programs, incubation and accelerator support, workshops, and seminars, the vertical equips MSMEs and startups with the tools, insights, and expertise needed to enhance their competitiveness, innovation capacity, and resilience. These efforts not only empower individual businesses but also contribute to the overall strength and dynamism of the MSME and startup ecosystem. Collaboration and partnership are also key pillars of the MSME & Startup Vertical’s approach. By fostering an ecosystem of cooperation among MSMEs, startups, industry associations, government agencies, investors, and other stakeholders, the vertical creates synergies that drive innovation, productivity, and collective prosperity. Through joint initiatives and collaborative projects, the MSME & Startup Vertical catalyzes economic development, entrepreneurship, and job creation, driving inclusive growth across the BRICS nations. ​