About the Conference
The Nepal Entrepreneurship Forum II is scheduled for June 2025 in Kathmandu, Nepal. This premier event will bring together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, and experts from across the globe to discuss the theme 'Towards Sustainable Entrepreneurship Ecosystem'.
Our Purpose
Our Mission
To create a pivotal platform to explore sustainable business practices, foster innovative solutions, and connect the entrepreneurial community with the vision of creating a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economic environment. We aim to support the integration of sustainable principles into entrepreneurship, aligning with global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Vision
A thriving, inclusive, and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nepal that promotes innovations aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals while ensuring business practices have a positive societal and environmental impact. We envision addressing Nepal's unique challenges in development and sustainability through entrepreneurial solutions that balance economic growth with social responsibility.
Our History
International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship
2016King's College organized the "International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship" with the theme "Rebuilding Nepal through Social Entrepreneurship." Held in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake and political unrest, the event brought together over 250 participants, including 30 international delegates, with 21 research papers presented and more than 20 entrepreneurial ventures showcased.
International Entrepreneurship Forum - 16th edition
2017King's College hosted the "Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Economic Development" conference in collaboration with Essex Business School, University of Essex. The event featured 250 participants (including 80 international delegates) and 65 research paper presentations, bridging gaps in sustainable entrepreneurship and economic development.
Nepal Entrepreneurship Forum - First Edition
2018King's College organized "Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth in Federal Nepal" in Dhangadhi, Province 7. The conference aimed to assess Nepal's entrepreneurship agenda within the federal system, explore sustainable practices aligned with UN's SDGs, and foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem for economic growth.
Organizing Team
Sagun Baba Shrestha
Conference Coordinator
Sagun is an MBA graduate from King's College and currently works as a lead researcher at CERAD. With previous working experiences at NMB Bank, Epic Bags, and Build-up Nepal, she has strong interest and experience in research, particularly the primary survey, FGDs, data analysis, and strategic planning.
Meghanath Dulal
Deputy Coordinator
Meghanath Dulal is a Research Officer at King’s College–CERAD, specializing in data analysis and research. He has played key roles in impactful projects, including leading phases of the CSEB Interlocking Bricks Impact Assessment (2022–2024), green tax feasibility for GIZ, and studies on bamboo, The Deli market, and large cardamom value chains. Proficient in R and SPSS, he brings expertise, precision, and leadership to every project he undertakes.
Dristant Chandra Bhatta
Lead- Participation and Design
Dristant Chandra Bhatta works at CERAD as a case developer for the Nepal Startup Outlook (NSO). He has gained hands-on experience through an internship at the King's College Finance Hub, where he developed practical skills in financial analysis and reporting. He has also organized the Babal Challenge and currently serves as deputy coordinator for the Tuki Association project, showcasing his strengths in project management, coordination, and entrepreneurial ecosystem engagement.
Shreeka Bhatta
Lead- Media and Marketing
Shreeka works at CERAD as a case developer for the Nepal Startup Outlook (NSO). She has organized the Babal Challenge and serves as the deputy coordinator for the Tuki Association project. Her experience reflects strong skills in research, project coordination, and event management.
Chittarajnan Pandey
Conference Convener
Chittaranjan Pandey is a seasoned academic and researcher with over a decade of experience, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at King’s College. He has led courses in economics and contributed to diverse research projects in social entrepreneurship, industrial analysis, and Nepal’s science and technology landscape. Skilled in both quantitative and qualitative methods, he brings strong analytical expertise, field supervision experience, and proficiency in SPSS, STATA, GAMS, and MS Office. His leadership and research acumen make him a valuable asset to any project.