The YBLF is an initiative within CICU, specifically tailored for young entrepreneurs aged 20 to 40. It serves as a platform to groom them through targeted learning, networking, and exposure opportunities.
Access to interactive workshops, masterclasses, and seminars by industry experts and business coaches (e.g., Rahul Jain's “Double Your Profit”). Training on topics like:
Leadership & entrepreneurship
Organizational culture
Sales & marketing
Business systems (automation, compliance, cash flow)
Regular industrial visits and plant tours (e.g., Mahindra Swaraj, Highway Industries, IAHT iFactory 4.0) to understand:
Lean manufacturing
Smart factory setups
ERP & automation systems
Modern HR practices
Connect with like-minded young entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders across various industries. Engage with top-level executives and industrialists (e.g., Pankaj Munjal of Hero Cycles, Sachit Jain of Vardhman). Build collaborations and partnerships.
Participate in high-profile conclaves like:
Revolution 1.0
Symposiums on Growth Strategies
Invitations to CICU's major trade fairs, exhibitions, and conferences.
Opportunities to receive mentorship from senior CICU members and industrial stalwarts. Learn best practices in:
Scaling businesses
Team building
Adopting new technologies
Exposure to Industry 4.0 technologies via centers like IAHT iFactory. Learn how to implement tech upgrades in small & medium-scale enterprises. Stay up-to-date with global trends in manufacturing, logistics, and business operations.
Being part of YBLF under CICU boosts your professional reputation. It signals that you’re a committed, growth-minded business leader. Use of CICU/YBLF affiliation in your own brand marketing (if permitted).
YBLF members benefit from CICU's negotiated discounts on:
Hotel bookings
Diesel/petrol purchase
Insurance & advertising services
Calibration and training programs
Legal & IPR consultancy
Chance to contribute to policy recommendations or discussions with government representatives via CICU.
Participate in forums where youth business issues are highlighted.
Participate in leadership roles within the forum. Be part of initiatives that impact the broader business community and workforce development in Punjab.
Entrepreneurs aged 20 to 40
Next-gen leaders of family businesses
Professionals planning to start or scale ventures
Innovators and change-makers in the manufacturing or service sectors