KSUM | Mission14X | Call for Expression of Interest

 Dear Changemakers

Greetings from Kerala Startup Mission.

Kerala Startup Mission invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced professionals to join Mission 14X, a statewide initiative aimed at building a strong network of industry experts, investors, technologists, researchers, business leaders, and startup mentors across all 14 districts of Kerala.

Mission 14X has been conceptualized to strengthen the innovation ecosystem by connecting experienced professionals with student innovators and startups emerging from the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC) ecosystem. Through this initiative, experts will have the opportunity to contribute towards idea evaluations, innovation review sessions, startup screenings, technology validations, mentoring engagements, and cluster-level innovation programs.

The initiative seeks to create a collaborative platform where professionals can actively engage with emerging technologies, innovative startups, and young entrepreneurs while contributing to the growth of Kerala’s innovation and startup ecosystem. Mission 14X will also play a crucial role in strengthening district-level cluster initiatives by facilitating expert participation and mentorship support across the state.

Professionals with expertise in technology, product development, entrepreneurship, business strategy, research, academia, consulting, investment, and other sector-specific domains are encouraged to apply. Applicants should possess a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in leadership, technology, business, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, or related fields.

Selected experts will be onboarded into the Mission 14X Expert Network and will be invited to support innovation evaluation, startup mentoring, cluster activities, and ecosystem-building initiatives across Kerala on a pro bono basis.

📝 Apply Here:
ksum.in/Mission_14X

📅 Last Date for Submission of Applications: 20 June 2026


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