As part of its ongoing efforts to foster innovation and entrepreneurship, Samriddhi College hosted an insightful mentorship session on “Design Thinking for Business Ideas” led by Mr. Birat Prasad Shrestha, Managing Director of Access Universal Pvt. Ltd. The session, held on 8th Magh, 2081, brought together aspiring student entrepreneurs to explore how design thinking can be applied to develop impactful and human-centered business solutions. Mr. Shrestha introduced the fundamentals of design thinking, emphasizing empathy, ideation, and prototyping as core stages in the process. He explained how a deep understanding of user needs leads to more effective problem-solving, particularly in the context of social enterprise.

The session included real-world case studies, interactive brainstorming exercises, and practical frameworks for idea development. Mr. Shrestha encouraged students to reframe challenges, test assumptions, and iterate on their ideas with user feedback. His engaging approach and clarity in presenting complex concepts made the session accessible and highly valuable for the participants.The emphasis on creating with purpose aligning ideas with social impact was particularly resonant with students involved in the Hult Prize initiative. The mentorship strengthened their ability to approach entrepreneurship with both creativity and structure.

Throughout the session, Mr. Shrestha shared personal experiences and lessons learned from his professional journey, inspiring students to think boldly and act with intention. His message was clear: innovation begins with understanding people and designing with empathy. The event empowered students to embrace uncertainty and complexity in the entrepreneurial process, equipping them with a mindset and methodology to navigate real-world challenges.

We extend our sincere thanks to Mr. Birat Prasad Shrestha for his time, knowledge, and dedication to empowering the next generation of innovators. His mentorship session was a valuable addition to our learning journey and will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on our students.

Samriddhi College remains committed to creating platforms where young minds can engage with industry leaders and gain practical tools for creating meaningful change. The design thinking mentorship session with Mr. Shrestha exemplified the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines the Hult Prize movement at our institution.