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Sivarajah Ramanathan

Mission Director and CEO, Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission

Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission

Tamil Nadu, India

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My organisation

StartupTN (Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission) is the official nodal agency of the Government of Tamil Nadu dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup growth across the State. Established under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Department, StartupTN works to build a strong, inclusive, and globally competitive startup ecosystem that drives economic development and job creation. Through a range of initiatives including funding schemes, mentorship programs, market access platforms, incubation and acceleration support, and policy advocacy — StartupTN empowers founders at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. The mission also fosters collaboration among startups, investors, corporates, academic institutions, and ecosystem enablers through strategic partnerships with organizations such as CII, TiE, NASSCOM, and various international networks. With its focus on innovation-driven development and equitable regional growth, StartupTN aims to position Tamil Nadu as a top destination for startups and investors in India and beyond.
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About me

As the Mission Director and CEO of StartupTN, the nodal agency of the Government of Tamil Nadu for startup and innovation development, I lead initiatives to build a vibrant and globally competitive entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State. With over a decade of experience as a founder and CEO of a successful angel network, I bring deep expertise in entrepreneurship, marketing, and innovation management.

I am passionate about fostering a culture of innovation and supporting startups through funding, mentoring, networking, and policy advocacy. I work closely with key ecosystem partners such as CII, TiE, NASSCOM, and leading academic institutions to create synergies, drive collaboration, and unlock growth opportunities for Tamil Nadu’s startup community.

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Speaker sessions (1)

Monday, 24 November 2025

10:35 - 10:55

Cracking the Code: Strategies for Growing Sustainable Ecosystems

Location:Main StageTrack:Official Program
  • General

Marketplace (2)

  • Partnership

    Collaborate with StartupTN

    Partner with StartupTN the driving force behind Tamil Nadu’s innovation ecosystem to co-create opportunities & empower startups.

    • Market Expansion
    • Investment & Funding
    • Business Collaboration
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Knowledge Exchange & Mentorship
    Author

    Sivarajah Ramanathan

    Mission Director and CEO, Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission at Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission

    Tamil Nadu, India

  • Partnership

    Global Startup Soft-Landing & Exchange Partnership Program

    Looking for collaboration with entrepreneurship promotion agencies to deliver soft-landing and market expansion support to Startups..

    • Market Expansion
    • Investment & Funding
    • Business Collaboration
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Knowledge Exchange & Mentorship
    Author

    Sivarajah Ramanathan

    Mission Director and CEO, Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission at Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission

    Tamil Nadu, India