Empowering Education for a Brighter Tomorrow: The Inspiring Journey of K V Shivaramiah & S Naveen Kumar
Website: www.VedaVihaan.com
A Visionary in Education
S Naveen Kumar is a dynamic entrepreneur and a visionary leader in the field of education. Currently serving as the General Secretary and Principal of VedaVihaan, The Global School, which is run by the Navdip Educational Trust. Naveen’s innovative ideas and leadership skills have propelled VedaVihaan to become a premier educational institution in India, offering world-class education to students from all over the country. His commitment to providing holistic education that goes beyond academic excellence, nurturing students’ skills, interests, and character, has earned him widespread recognition and respect in the education sector. Naveen is a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and educational leaders, inspiring them to make a positive difference in society.
Defining the Business
a. Inception Year/Date: 07-Oct-2019
b. Present Status of the Business: Three branches in Bangalore (Whitefield, Kadugodi, Belathur)
c. Impact on the Market/Society: VedaVihaan, The Global School, has implemented a unique curriculum that combines traditional Indian knowledge with modern technology and global perspectives, preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century.
d. What Does the Business Do?: VedaVihaan is a preschool focused on educating future leaders from their foundational years.
e. Problem It Solves, if Any: VedaVihaan is a premier educational institution in India, offering holistic education that goes beyond academic excellence to develop students’ skills, interests, and character.
f. The USP of the Business: VedaVihaan has implemented a unique curriculum that combines traditional Indian knowledge with modern technology and global perspectives, preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century.
g. Future Prospects of the Business: The plan is to provide world-class education to students and expand to more preschools while also planning for a full-fledged school from playgroup to 12th grade, affiliated with CBSE or CISCE boards.
Entrepreneurial Journey
Naveen’s entrepreneurial journey was fueled by his passion for education and his desire to create a remarkable institution. He dreamt of establishing his own firm or brand, driven by his love for education rather than monetary pursuits.
Inspiration and Role Models
His parents have been the main source of inspiration and idols in both his personal and professional growth. They instilled creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, effective communication, negotiation skills, strong interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills in him.
Challenges Faced and Learnings
Entrepreneurship comes with its unique set of challenges. For Naveen, arranging funds initially posed a significant challenge. The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic further complicated matters, with a long period of financial strain. Friends and family advised him to consider closing the business during this period, but Naveen’s determination and optimism prevailed. He invested time in understanding the market, studying various school models, and devising effective marketing strategies. These efforts paid off in 2021, and the business began to thrive.
Essentials Needed to Start the Business
To establish VedaVihaan, Naveen needed a suitable location with an appealing ambiance, eco-friendly infrastructure, quality furniture and toys, and a well-trained faculty and staff.
Identifying the Opportunity in the Market
Naveen recognized the demand for education in his locality, with several schools operating in the area. Education was considered a high-value commodity, making it an attractive market to enter. Naveen’s background as a teacher and his father’s 35+ years of teaching experience further strengthened his resolve to venture into the education sector.
Unique Traits as an Entrepreneur
Naveen’s unique qualities as an entrepreneur include creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, effective communication, negotiation skills, strong interpersonal skills, and problem-solving abilities. These traits have been instrumental in his journey.
Awards and Recognitions
- Excellence & Leadership In Education – EDUCATION ICON AWARD – 2023 from Golden Aim Conference to S Naveen Kumar, General Secretary – Principal @ VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust.
- BlindWink – Indian Icon Award 2023 – MOST INSPIRATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE YEAR – 2023 to S Naveen Kumar, General Secretary – Principal @ VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust.
- BEST PRESCHOOL OF THE YEAR AWARD 2023 – Veda Vihaan The Global School- Navdip Educational Trust from Education Excellence Awards.
- Glaze Iconic Awards 2023 – S Naveen Kumar, General Secretary – Principal @ VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust “Name 40 UNDER 40 PROMISING & EMERGING ENTREPRENEURS.”
- The Magic Book of Record – HONORARY DOCTORATE AWARD – 2023 to S Naveen Kumar, General Secretary – Principal @ VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust.
- The Magic Book of Record – GLOBAL EXCELLENCE AWARD – 2023 to S Naveen Kumar, General Secretary – Principal @ VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust.
- Indian Glory Award – TOP 10 SCHOOL OF THE YEAR 2023 – VedaVihaan The Global School – Navdip Educational trust.
- Naveen’s journey is a testament to the power of vision, perseverance, and dedication in entrepreneurship. He continues to inspire others with his passion for education and his commitment to shaping the leaders of tomorrow through VedaVihaan, The Global School.
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