Guest Lecture on “Turning Problems into Opportunities: An Engineer’s Path to Entrepreneurship”
Organized by:
Department of Mathematics, Easwari Engineering College, Ramapuram, Chennai
(In association with Infinite Academic Council – IAC)
Date & Time:
29th September 2025, 1:00 PM
Venue :
MBA Seminar Hall, Easwari Engineering College
Introduction
The Department of Mathematics, Easwari Engineering College, organized a thought-provoking guest lecture titled “Turning Problems into Opportunities: An Engineer’s Path to Entrepreneurship”. This lecture was part of the department’s academic engagement initiatives aimed at nurturing students’ entrepreneurial mindset and innovative spirit.
The session highlighted the importance of problem-solving, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills in today’s competitive world, particularly for engineers aspiring to become innovators and business leaders.
Resource Person
The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. V. Karthik Raja, Co-Founder & CEO of JOKARS Creations Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Karthik Raja is a young and dynamic entrepreneur known for blending creativity, branding expertise, and technological insight. Through his leadership at JOKARS Creations, he has successfully built a platform that inspires innovation and provides entrepreneurial solutions. His journey from an engineering graduate to a successful entrepreneur served as an inspiring case study for the participants.
Highlights of the Lecture
Theme of the Talk:
How engineers can transform challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities.The role of innovation and creativity in building sustainable businesses.
Insights into the entrepreneurial ecosystem and the journey of a startup founder.
Key Takeaways for Students:
Engineers must move beyond technical problem-solving to holistic entrepreneurial thinking.
Failure should be seen as a stepping stone to success. Importance of networking, branding, and market analysis for aspiring
Interactive Session:
Students had the opportunity to engage with the speaker through a Q&A session.
Discussions revolved around the challenges of startups, funding opportunities, and balancing risks with innovation.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Connection
The event was aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:
Goal 4: Quality Education
Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
This connection emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship not only for personal growth but also for societal and economic development.
Outcome
Students gained practical knowledge about entrepreneurship.
The lecture motivated participants to think creatively and explore innovative career paths beyond conventional engineering roles.
The event strengthened the department’s mission of “Empowering Minds and Transforming Lives.”
Conclusion
The guest lecture by Mr. V. Karthik Raja was a resounding success, leaving students inspired and better equipped to face the challenges of the professional world with an entrepreneurial spirit.
The Department of Mathematics at Easwari Engineering College continues to play a pivotal role in nurturing students by organizing such impactful academic and motivational events
