CEng. Shreekant Patil led an Indian industrialists' delegation with Poland-India Chamber to Poland, driving export ties, investment talks & India's global trade push. Warsaw/New Delhi — Under a special initiative led by Krystyna Wróblewska, President of the Poland-India Chamber of Cooperation (PICC), and Vincent Peter, Vice President, a delegation of industrialists from India successfully completed a ten-day visit to Poland. Mr. Vincent Peter had invited leading Indian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to join this delegation during his visit to India earlier in June this year. The delegation was led by CEng. Shreekant Patil, Hon. Strategic Advisor of the Poland-India Chamber of Cooperation and Committee Chairman of NIMA and the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce. Under the joint aegis of IBSEA, AIMA, NIMA, and the Maharashtra Chamber, five leading industrialists from across India took part in the delegation, with the initiative's core objective being to boost exports from India and strengthen the country's position as a global manufacturing and trade hub, in line with the national vision of a "Viksit Bharat." CEng. Shreekant Patil is widely recognized for his contributions to strengthening India's presence on the global economic and diplomatic stage. Beyond his role as Hon. Strategic Advisor of the Poland-India Chamber of Cooperation, he has been actively engaged in international trade facilitation and policy dialogue, working with institutions and forums connected to the European Union, United Nations and UNESCO. He is former Sr. Consultant at NPC India, Under Ministry of Commerce, and works as Startup India Mentor, Master Trainer at Skill India (NSDC), Govt of India, Certified Chartered Engineer at DGFT & various export councils in India, Consultant at International Trade Council. As an IPL (International Policy & Liaison) Expert and a Signatory at the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs), he has championed the cause of Indian MSMEs and women entrepreneurs on international platforms, helping them access global markets, forge cross-border partnerships, and gain visibility within multilateral trade and development ecosystems. His continued efforts reflect a broader commitment to inclusive, globally connected economic growth for Indian enterprises. During the visit, the delegation met Hon. Ms. Neeta Bhushan, Ambassador of India, at the Indian Embassy in Warsaw, where discussions focused on cooperation in technology, automation, defence, and other strategic sectors, along with fostering innovation and long-term business partnerships. In Wrocław, the delegation met Deputy Mayor Mateusz Żak and Ewa Gołąb-Nowakowska, Director of the Foreign Relations and International Cooperation Office, proposing a Sister City relationship between an Indian city and Wrocław that received a positive response. A separate meeting with Deputy Mayor Jakub Mazur addressed simplifying the Polish visa process for Indian entrepreneurs. The delegation also visited key industrial and investment promotion institutions, including Startup Wrocław (ARAW), the Legnica Special Economic Zone (LSSE), the Wałbrzych Special Economic Zone, and INVEST-PARK, and toured factories of leading Polish companies exploring opportunities for technology collaboration, joint ventures, and supply chain partnerships. In Kraków, representatives of the Marshal's Office of the Małopolska Region — Wojciech Piech, Plenipotentiary of the Marshal for Entrepreneurship and the Labour Market, and Katarzyna Sobczak, Head of the International Cooperation Department — welcomed the delegation with presentations on investment opportunities, tax incentives under the Polish Investment Zone, and India-Poland cooperation, while Indian companies presented their business profiles. The final and most significant phase of the visit took place in Warsaw, where the delegation held high-level meetings with Wanda Buk and Paweł Gruza, both Advisors to the President of the Republic of Poland, at the Chancellery of the President, focusing on manufacturing, investment, innovation, and technology. The delegation also held bilateral trade policy talks with Maciej Falkowski, Deputy Director, Department of Trade and International Cooperation, Ministry of Development and Technology of Poland, and participated in a partner session at Garrigues Polska featuring B2B meetings with KIGEMA, Citi Bank Handlowy, PG Energy, and other prominent companies. The visit concluded with a tour of the Polish Parliament (Sejm) and a luncheon with the Parliamentary envoy.

he Department of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science (AI&DS) at Guru Gobind Singh College of Engineering and Research Center (GCOERC), Nashik, recently organized an engaging and insightful session aimed at nurturing the entrepreneurial mindset among its students. The session featured CEng. Shreekant Patil, Founder & CEO of PARENTNashik, a recognized Startup India Mentor, Master Trainer, and Signatory, who shared his expertise on transforming innovative ideas into scalable, impactful startups. During the session, CEng. Shreekant Patil offered students a comprehensive overview of the startup ecosystem, covering key government schemes, MSME funding avenues, and incubation support systems designed to empower young founders. Drawing on his extensive experience mentoring emerging entrepreneurs, he encouraged students to look beyond conventional career trajectories and consider entrepreneurship as a viable, rewarding path. CEng. Shreekant Patil brings with him a wealth of experience in mentoring and nurturing early-stage entrepreneurs across Nashik and the wider region. As a Startup India Mentor, Master Trainer, and Signatory, he has been actively associated with organizations such as NIMA Nashik, MACCIA, PICC, and NSDC, contributing significantly to strengthening the startup ecosystem. Through his venture PARENTNashik, he continues to guide young innovators in navigating funding, incubation, and skill-development pathways, helping transform promising ideas into sustainable, scalable businesses. The interactive session left students with valuable takeaways on navigating the startup journey — from ideation to execution — and underscored the growing support infrastructure available to student innovators in India today. Attendees expressed enthusiasm about applying these insights to their own project ideas and future ventures. This initiative reflects GCOERC's ongoing commitment to equipping students not just with technical knowledge, but with the practical tools and mentorship needed to become creators of opportunity in the evolving innovation economy. GCOERC is proud to be one of the constituent colleges of the Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (GGSF), an institution recognized for its continued focus on academic excellence and holistic student development. CEng. Shreekant Patil (https://shreekantpatilmentor.wordpress.com/about) is the Founder of MSMEHelp.Nashik & PARENTNashik and serves as a Startup India Mentor, Master Trainer, and Signatory, actively supporting the startup ecosystem through mentorship and training initiatives.

MSMEHelp, Nashik Becomes Official UN WEPs Signatory to Champion World-Class Training for Women's Advancement CEng. Shreekant Patil leads MSMEHelp, Nashik to become official UN WEPs signatory, championing training for women's empowerment in India. NASHIK, INDIA — MSMEHelp, Nashik (India) is proud to announce that it has officially become a signatory to the United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs). By joining thousands of forward-thinking business leaders globally, MSMEHelp reinforces its steadfast commitment to advancing gender equality and empowering women across the workplace, marketplace, and community. Established by UN Women and the UN Global Compact (UNGC), the WEPs serve as a primary vehicle for corporate delivery on the gender equality dimensions of the Sustainable Development Goals. a CPD Accredited and CPD Registered (UK) professional organization, MSMEHelp, Nashik continues to set global standards in capacity building, structured training, and inclusive business practices. A Special Focus on Principle 4: Education and Training for Career Advancement As a premier training organization led by CEng. Shreekant Patil, MSMEHelp, Nashik is uniquely positioned to champion Principle 4 (Education and Training). Recognized for delivering world-class training sessions at both national and international levels, MSMEHelp leverages its extensive educational framework to equip women entrepreneurs and professionals with advanced business skills, technological literacy, and leadership training. By offering specialized, high-impact capacity-building programs, they actively break down barriers to career advancement and ensure women have equal access to the tools needed to scale global enterprises. Under the visionary leadership of CEng. Shreekant Patil, MSMEHelp, Nashik operates on the firm belief that empowering women entrepreneurs through targeted education and fostering inclusive work environments are absolutely essential for driving sustainable economic growth. "Empowering women through world-class education and technical training isn't just a social responsibility; it is the cornerstone of sustainable economic growth and a robust global business ecosystem." — CEng. Shreekant Patil Through this formal pledge as an official UN WEPs Signatory, MSMEHelp, Nashik commits to actively implementing the 7 Principles of WEPs: 1. Corporate Leadership: Establish high-level corporate leadership for gender equality. 2. Equal Opportunity: Treat all women and men fairly at work—respect and support human rights and non-discrimination. 3. Health & Safety: Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all women and men workers. 4. Education & Training (Core Focus): Promote education, training, and professional development for women through world-class national and international training sessions. 5. Enterprise & Supply Chain: Implement enterprise development, supply chain, and marketing practices that empower women. 6. Community & Advocacy: Promote equality through community initiatives and advocacy. 7. Measurement & Reporting: Measure and publicly report on progress to achieve gender equality. About CEng. Shreekant Patil: CEng. Shreekant Patil is an internationally acclaimed mentor, researcher, author, and the founder of PARENTNashik (India), an enterprise exporting 100% of its products to Europe. With over 30 years of industrial experience, he holds esteemed global associations, serving as an authorized signatory at the World Bank Group's IFC-GLC (International Finance Corporation), an IPL Expert at UNESCO, a Resource Person at the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF), and a member of the UNESCO Chair on Global Health and Education (GHE). A Chartered Engineer (CEng) with DGFT and a Valuer, he is nominated to the roster of experts at the UNFCCC and acts as an expert policy maker at IPBES. His extensive leadership portfolio includes serving as Committee Chairman at the NIMA Startup Hub and MACCIA, Vice President at IBSEA, GFID, and MSMECCII, and Brand Ambassador for Wallonia, Belgium. He is an official mentor for premium government initiatives such as BHASKAR, Startup India, WEP, STPI, BIRAC, and MeitY Startup Hub, alongside institutions like IIT Bombay and IIT Madras. Certified as a Master Trainer by IFC-World Bank, NSDC (Skill India), and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) MentorMe program, his mission is to promote self-employment, empower women entrepreneurs, support government funding schemes, and build global supply chains through ZED, Lean, and BIS-ISI standards, contributing directly to an Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat. To view the official public commitment, please : https://www.weps.org/company/msmehelp-nashik/

Shreekant Patil scales new heights with UN and BIS India honors to foster self-employment and sustainable exports. CEng. Shreekant Patil, a distinguished Chartered Engineer (CEng) with DGFT, registered Valuer, and founder of PARENTNashik — a 100% export-oriented industry serving European markets — has achieved an exceptional national milestone by successfully mastering the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Learning Management System (LMS) Portal. This state-of-the-art digital education platform, which fully meets international quality frameworks, has awarded him the prestigious National Educational Content (NEC) certification under Credential ID: BIS/NITS/TRG/26–27/9193/N/9194. This domestic honor perfectly complements his lifelong expertise as a Technical Committee Member and Resource Person (Rp) at BIS India (Govt of India), alongside his deep technical associations with the American Welding Society (AWS) and the International Society of Automation (ISA). Leveraging over 30 years of extensive industrial experience, including his past service as a Senior Consultant at the National Productivity Council under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Shreekant Patil continues to heavily drive capacity building through specialized Lean and ZED MSME certifications, technical training, and institutional standardization. UN-backed professional certification issued by the ITCILO to Shreekant Patil for mastering the Training for Rural Economic Empowerment (TREE) methodology for community development. Building seamlessly upon this national framework, Shreekant Patil has simultaneously expanded his global pedagogical profile by earning two landmark international certifications from the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (ITCILO), the premier training arm of the United Nations (UN). He successfully completed the rigorous “Business and Decent Work: An introduction to the MNE Declaration” program, which deepens systemic understandings of how multinational enterprises can contribute directly to socioeconomic progress while ensuring fair labor conditions globally. In parallel, he has mastered the “Training for Rural Economic Empowerment (TREE)” program, a specialized methodology offering a systematic approach to creating localized employment and robust income-generating engines within rural communities. These new credentials align cleanly with his multi-faceted global assignments, which include serving as an expert and policy maker for the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), an authorized signatory at the World Bank Groups GLC-IFC (International Finance Corporation), an IPL expert at UNESCO, and a dedicated Sustainability Ambassador for UNSDG (SPSC-UK). Professional United Nations training certificate awarded to Shreekant Patil by the ITCILO for completing the advanced framework on Business and Decent Work and the MNE Declaration. Operating as an elite institutional leader at both national and international echelons, Shreekant Patil actively serves as the Committee Chairman at NIMA Startup Hub and the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce (MACCIA), Vice President at IBSEA, GFID, and MSMECCII, and an Advisor across the United Marathi International Chamber, GIBF, and the Poland-India Chamber of Cooperation. His immense institutional footprint spans being an official mentor for the Government of India's flagship initiatives, including BHASKAR, Startup India, WEP, STPI, BIRAC, AYE, MeitY Startup Hub, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, and a volunteer mentor for the AICTE-Vidyanjali Programme. Nominated to the elite roster of experts at the UNFCCC, a Resource Person at the UN Internet Governance Forum (IGF), a member of the UNESCO Chair-Global Health and Education (GHE), and an accredited Principal Consultant (UK), his overarching mission remains focused on driving self-employment, building global supply chains, fostering export capabilities, and empowering women entrepreneurs. Through every global appointment and recent academic achievement, Shreekant Patil is directly contributing toward the overarching national vision of making India fully self-reliant and advanced, actualizing Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.

From Learner to Leader: Shreekant Patil Featured as MEPSC's Master Trainer Success Story Honored to be featured by the Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC) in their latest feature on building India's ladder of leadership! Becoming a certified Master Trainer (NSQF Level 6) allows me to scale my impact—moving from guiding students and entrepreneurs to now training and mentoring the next generation of trainers nationwide. A big thank you to MEPSC for this recognition. Let's keep building a self-sustaining skilling ecosystem for India! 🇮🇳 Read More: - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-learner-leader-how-mepsc-builds-its-own-ladder-leadership-d2jzc/