Hi SM,
On 12/30/2015 12:43 AM, S Moonesamy wrote:
>
> The topic of the event is: Start-up scene in Mauritius. The proposed
> agenda is:
>
> (a) Introduction
>
Have you been able to discuss about this with the host?
> (b) What is a start-up?
>
This must be a short intro done by the host.
> (c) Estonian start-up experience
>
This is a good topic suggestion. Sten might give us an idea on the kinds
of problem & hurdles Estonia had to overcome some 10 years ago. We might
have similar problems. While I do not believe in a copy/paste strategy,
the Estonian start-up experience could surely guide us ahead.
> (d) Start-up success stories in Mauritius
>
I am keen to learn about these.
> (e) Start-up hurdles in Mauritius
>
Start-up hurdles in Mauritius could be a vast topic, as it would range
from raising capital, access to finance, technological limitations,
market size etc. I would say in fact this topic would be the core of the
discussion and I suggest we keep more time for this & give everyone an
equal opportunity to share.
> (f) Questions & Answers
>
In our previous Skype call, Sun suggested that we attend to questions
that people are tweeting using hashtag #StartupMauritius. I support the
idea.
>
> I did not ask LSL Digital to stream online because it is in less than a
> week and there's the New Year holidays. Could you please ask for the
> event to be made available for online viewing?
>
We can discuss about that with LSL Digital. :-)
>
> Unfortunately, there won't be enough time for discussion. I don't think
> that a start-up culture can exist if the persons who identify themselves
> with that culture are not comfortable with the risk element.
>
You are right about the risk element. People should also show a certain
degree of passion, enthusiasm and eagerness with what they want to achieve.
Regards,
--
Ish Sookun
I drink coffee & manage Linux servers
for lexpress.mu.
Received on Thu Dec 31 2015 - 13:27:09 PST