TiE Chennai’s Silver Jubilee Awards Night Celebrates Pioneers of Change in Entrepreneurship


~With over 450 delegates, the Awards Night witnessed prominent educationist and philanthropist Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar being honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award~
Chennai : Commemorating its remarkable 25-year journey, TiE Chennai 2025 hosted a spectacular Silver Jubilee Entrepreneurial Awards Night in the city, celebrating excellence and innovation in the entrepreneurial world. The exclusive event was a grand affair that recognized and honored exceptional individuals and organizations for their groundbreaking contributions to society and their respective fields. Attended by over 450 delegates, including successful entrepreneurs, industry leaders, emerging startups, academicians, and aspiring entrepreneurs from across the nation.
Anchored around the theme Transform. Thrive. Triumph, the awards night showcased TiE Chennai’s enduring legacy in empowering and nurturing the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the city and Tamil Nadu startup ecosystem. The event served as a testament to the transformative impact of entrepreneurship on both the local and national levels. Gracing the occasion were, veritable and renowned leaders from Chennai’s business and Entrepreneurial circles, including established business trailblazers, popular first-generation entrepreneurs, aspiring startups, and C-Level executives, among many others. Offering an opportunity to interact and network with enterprising and related communities like Venture Capitalists, Angel Investors, Regulators, and bankers to name a few; the endeavors of TiE Chennai were highly appreciated by the attendees for the unique and exclusive platform.
The TiE Chennai 2025 Award winners are:
- Lifetime Achievement Award – Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, Chairman of the Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT) , Coimbatore and a prominent Indian educationist and philanthropist for his contributions to various community-driven initiatives, promoting education, social welfare, and cultural heritage.
- Ecosystem Enabler of the Year- Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras
- Entrepreneur of the year of the Award- Mr Krish Subramanian, CEO & Co-Founder, Chargebee
- Scale Up of the Year Award-Wheelocity
- Startup of the year – Raptee Energy Private Limited
- Social Impact Award – Ms. Preethi Srinivasan,Co-Founder, Soulfree
Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Sriram Subramanya,President,TiE Chennai, and Founder, Managing Director & CEO of Integra Software Services Private Ltd said, “As TiE Chennai celebrates its 25th anniversary, we stand at the crossroads of transformative growth and limitless potential. This milestone is not just a reflection of our past, but a powerful testament to the entrepreneurs who have shaped our journey, and the future we are collectively building. Tonight, at the Silver Jubilee Entrepreneurial Awards, we honor those who have not only succeeded but have set the standard for innovation, resilience, and impact. TiE Chennai is committed to fuelling the next wave of entrepreneurs who will redefine industries, uplift communities, and lead with purpose.”