Prof. Satya .R Acharya
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Jagan Institute of Management Studies
About
Dr. Satya Ranjan Acharya's career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to entrepreneurship education, mentorship, and fostering growth across various sectors. The National Teachers Award bestowed upon Dr. Acharya underscores the profound impact he has had on advancing entrepreneurship education in India. His leadership at the Department of Entrepreneurship Education at EDII guides aspiring entrepreneurs, equipping them with the necessary skills and mindset to thrive in the competitive business landscape.
As the Director of CrAdLE, a DST-sponsored incubator and Atal Incubation Centre at EDII, he is pivotal in providing crucial support and resources to startups, enabling them to translate their innovative ideas into viable businesses.
Dr. Acharya's involvement in initiatives like the Hastakala Setu Yojana of the Government of Gujarat highlights his commitment to promoting economic empowerment and preserving India's cultural heritage. Through this rural incubator model, artisans receive valuable mentorship and support, enabling them to leverage their traditional skills and create sustainable livelihoods.
Furthermore, Dr. Acharya's implementation of the "Student Entrepreneurship Policy" in Gujarat demonstrates his proactive approach to fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem within higher education institutions. By nurturing entrepreneurial talent early, he contributes to creating a future generation of innovators and job creators.
His expertise in legal and regulatory aspects of entrepreneurship, particularly in geographical indicators and intellectual property rights, further enhances the support provided to entrepreneurs. As the Intellectual Property Facilitation Centre leader at EDII, sponsored by the Ministry of MSME, Dr Acharya ensures that entrepreneurs can access essential resources and guidance to protect their innovations and creations.
Employment
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Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India Project Director2019 - Present
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Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India Professor & Director2009 - Present
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Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad Research Fellow, KL Chair of Entrepreneurship2007 - 2008
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Jagan Institute of Management Studies Faculty1997 - 2007
Education
Education history is unavailable.
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (7)
- Role of Technology Business Incubator in Enhancing Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Save
- Entrepreneurship Teaching in India and the Region Save
- Sanitary napkin manufacturing units: creating entrepreneurial opportunities for rural females in India Save
- Entrepreneurship education intention and entrepreneurial intention amongst disadvantaged students: an empirical study Save
- Policy implications for the improvement of technology transfer and commercialization process in the Indian context Save
- Entrepreneurship Skills Acquisition through Education: Impact of the Nurturance of Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude on New Venture Creation Save
- Application of data envelopment analysis on Indian gold ETFs Save