Mane Kancor proudly partnered with the TYE Global Summit 2026, reinforcing its continued association with TiE Kerala and its shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.
Hosted by TiE Kerala in partnership with TYE Global and Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) at the Digital Hub, Kochi, the summit brought together more than 2,000 students, educators, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders from India and around the world for a day dedicated to innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth leadership.
The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) is a global network committed to fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, education, networking, and community engagement. Its flagship youth initiative, TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE), introduces high school students to entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, problem-solving, and startup thinking, helping them develop the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Over the past four years, TiE Kerala has impacted more than 20,000 students across the state, making it one of Kerala’s most significant youth entrepreneurship initiatives. The TYE Global Summit 2026 further strengthened this legacy by creating a vibrant platform for learning, collaboration, and innovation. Participants engaged with over 15 speakers through keynotes, panels, workshops, startup showcases, and mentoring sessions on entrepreneurship, technology, innovation, and career development.
Distinguished leaders including Shri. Roji M. John, Hon. Minister for Higher Education, Government of Kerala; Shri. Hibi Eden, Member of Parliament; Mr. Anoop Ambika, CEO, Kerala Startup Mission; and Dr. Geemon Korah, Vice President, TiE Kerala and CEO, Mane Kancor, addressed the gathering and shared insights on building a future driven by innovation and enterprise.
The summit also featured startup showcases, mentor clinics, technology demonstrations, and immersive experiences such as robotics, AI, gaming zones, and experiential innovation activities, providing students with valuable exposure to emerging technologies and the startup ecosystem while enabling direct engagement with entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
A major highlight of the event was the TYE Global Finals, where outstanding student startup teams from international TYE chapters presented innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Following a highly competitive showcase of entrepreneurial talent, Dugg AI (Seattle) emerged as the winner, followed by Book My Space (Bangalore) and Hydrobin (Seattle).
Mane Kancor’s continued partnership with TiE Kerala reflects a shared vision of empowering young minds through education, mentorship, and entrepreneurial exposure. Through initiatives like the TYE Global Summit, the company remains committed to fostering grassroots innovation and inspiring future leaders to create meaningful societal impact.