The fourth Annual Entrepreneurship Conference LCL 2015 has been announced to take place next month. LCL or Learn. Create. Lead as they like to call it, is an initiative of Entrepreneurship Development Institute Limited. It is also one of the largest gatherings of entrepreneurs, innovators, academics and national leaders in Pakistan.
What’s the LCL Entrepreneurship Conference?
The event has been taking place since 2012. The LCL initiative has been called the most influential conference to help improve entrepreneurial environment in Pakistan. Each year, the initiative goes by a stated theme of the conference and that theme is discussed by the presenters and experienced personnel at the conference.
The first conference focused on Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index (GEDI), while the second one was an all-round discussion between all stakeholders. The third conference was the biggest success with over 1,600 participants debating on rebuilding the country with the strength of entrepreneurship.
The conference also provides a platform for the attendants to find out new ways and stay updated with the latest trends for entrepreneurs. Networking is a major part of the conference and participants can benefit from developing relationships locally and nationally to help with their startup agendas. Investors are obviously a major attraction for all startups and even experienced entrepreneurs at the event.
When and Where Will It Be Held?
The event will take place at Jinnah Convention Center, Islamabad. The timings for the event are 10th October 8:30 AM to 11th of October 6:30 PM. This year’s theme is “How to Become an Entrepreneur and Start a Business”– Learn from Those Who Have Done It.
Entrepreneurs who want to present their business ideas to investors need to complete a separate form available here. Upon registration they will get small presentation periods where they can persuade investors to assist with their businesses.
Ticket Prices and Packages:
Participants are required to buy tickets prior to the event for entry into the conference. The tickets are divided into three categories Student, Business and Donor priced at Rs 1,500, 2,500 and 5,000 respectively. Each of the tickets have their own perks and advantages. The Donor class is the same as Business but LCL ask people to help upcoming entrepreneurs by funding them by buying Donor tickets as the extra money is used to fund or assist startups. More details about the packages are available here.
How to Buy Tickets:
Tickets can be bought online by registering an account. LCL will contact the registrants for further details and payment options. Payments can be made using Easypaisa, Online Bank Transfer or Cash on Delivery. Tickets can also be bought by going to ticket sale points at Centaurus Mall, major cafes, all universities of Isb/Rwp or going to EDI House (House 256, Street 19, G-10/2 Islamabad).
For further details you can visit the Facebook page or go to the LCL website.
Event has been rescheduled to Nov 28-29. Check Facebook Event for detailed post.