ICTEP – The Indo Continental Trade & Entrepreneurship Promotion Council<

ICTEP COUNCIL

Empowering Entrepreneurs, Enhancing Trade, and Encouraging Excellence.

Empowering Entrepreneurs, Enhancing Trade, and Encouraging Excellence.

The Indo Continental Trade & Entrepreneurship Promotion Council (ICTEP Council) is a prestigious organization promoted by a group of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in India and abroad, spanning industrial and communication domains. The Advisory Council boasts esteemed members, including:

– PH Kurian IAS (Retd)
– Navas Meeran
– Shaji Baby John
– MSA Kumar

Their involvement underscores the council’s credibility and acceptance.

Mission*

ICTEP Council aims to foster entrepreneurship and support businessmen in India startups, NRKs and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) through:

– Conferences
– Talks
– Workshops
– Business Summits
– Awards
– Training Programs
– Exhibitions

Recent Success*

The second edition of Tusker Awards was successfully concluded on May 17th 2025 at Hotel Hycinth Trivandrum. Hon’ble Minister for Food & Civil Supplies G R Anil, Dr. Shashi Tharoor M.P & P. H. Kurian IAS Former Addl. Chief Secretary were present. Hon. Central Minister of state Shri. George Kurian gave a video message. Delegates from 9 states were present to receive the awards.

The experts for the panel discussion on Business Leadership on the AI Era were:
Sujeeth Ravindran (Chief Technology Officer ID Fresh Food, Mumbai), Brand Swamy ( Transformation Consultant,Kozhikkode), Dr. Sujiv Nair ( Global CHRO, Re Sustainability Ltd., Hyderabad ), Sobhana Jaya – Madhavan ( President, BC-India Business Network, Canada).

Shri. Joe A Scaria (Renowned Journalist, YouTuber: Joe-metric View) was the Moderator.

Directors

Dr. T. Vinay Kumar

Chairman

Dr. T Vinay Kumar, MBA ( Marketing ) MPhil & PhD in entrepreneurship is an advertising and PR veteran with four and half decades experience. Founded Guide Advertising in 1984 & chairs Kome Vertika and Indo Continental Trade & Entrepreneurship Promotion Council. He is a Director in several reputed Public & Private Limited Companies. Active in Kochi’s social circles, he holds leadership roles in Rotary, Vyasa Vidyalaya, & Pepper Trust. Authored “The Prize” on PR and autobiography, “Bhootam Varthamanam.”

U.S. Kutty

Secretary General

With a remarkable 40 year career in PR, advertising, and branding ,U.S. Kutty is a seasoned professional. He has organized over 2000 press meets and managed PR and advertising for around 50 Kerala-based companies for their public issues/IPOs. His impressive portfolio includes overseeing events like the Global Investor Meet (GIM), Emerging Kerala, Young Entrepreneur Summit (YES). Kutty is a founding member of the Advertising Club, Kochi, and a trustee of the prestigious Pepper Awards.

K. Ravindran

Director, Corporate Partnership & Communication

Ravindran, A postgraduate in Journalism and Mass Communication, began his career at ALL INDIA RADIO, transitioning to NTPC in 1987. Over 33 years, he served in key roles, culminating as GM of NTPC (Corporate Communication) Honored with awards like Hall of Fame and Best PR Manager, he led innovative initiatives and spearheaded award-winning projects. His exemplary contributions include active involvement in PR forums and sharing his expertise through workshops, solidifying his legacy as a beacon in the world of Public Relations.

Nasif NM

Director

Nasif MN has ample experience in building startup ecosystems and supporting upcoming entrepreneurs. He leads the Programs & Communications at Kerala Startup Mission and is an alumnus of the U.S. State Department's IVLP. Besides this, he holds the title of Founding Curator of Global Shapers Kochi and is a Fellow of Impact Pioneers ’24. Mr Nasif also holds an MBA in Marketing, with skills in partnerships, communication, and business development.

Aswathy MS

Coordinator

Aswathy MS, a seasoned leader from Kochi, boasts over a decade of expertise in advertising, media relations, and event coordination. With a penchant for innovation, she excels as a Coordinator and Team Leader, renowned for her strategic acumen and hands-on approach. Currently serving as Assistant General Manager at Kome Vertika, she drives success through creative vision and unwavering dedication to excellence, making her an invaluable asset in any endeavor.

Advisors

P H Kurian

IAS (Rtd)

Former Addl.Chief Secretary,Labour Commissioner, Secretary Industries & IT, Government of Kerala Chairman RERA. Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks, Govt of India. He has wide experience in entrepreneurship development, labor relations, industrial financing and policy-making at Government Level.

Navas Meeran

Chairman Group Meeran

Former Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) Southern Region, Director – Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation, Co-Chair – Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council, CII National Council and Member Economic Growth and Investment Council, CII Southern Region. President, Kerala Food Ball Association ( KFA )

MSA Kumar

Consultant

Alumni of IIM Ahmedabad, Former Managing Director, AVT McCormick, Former Chairman, CII Kerala & TIE Kerala. Presently he is the CEO Coach & Family Business Consultant.

Shaji Baby John

Chairman Kings Infra Ventures Ltd, Former Director, MPEDA.

He is a member of the expert group set up by UNESCO Institute of Learning (UIL) for promotion of the Global Network of Learning Cities in India. He is also a knowledge partner with UNESCO-UNEVOC for sharing their experiences for the wider benefit of humanity.

Partners in Progress

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