Storizen Magazine August 2018 Issue | Chiranjiv Patel VI | Page 14

COVER STORY way of giving back to the society is - “1 Rupee Mentorship Programme “ 1 year - 12 months - 12 meetings - 12 hours – 1 Rupee. Each start up at a charge of rupee is my way of giving back to the entrepreneurs today. "Every milestone is ironclad with an urge to give back to the society." (a broad smile encircles him) You started your journey for the EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) as a Founder President of EO Gujarat with you being elected as the regional director and chairman of entire EO Asia (2016-18). Can you elaborate the journey so far? Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) holds true to its vision 14 | STORIZEN MAGAZINE - “to build world’s most influential community of Entrepreneurs”, through a one-of-its- kind networking platform for entrepreneurs that fosters learning, sharing and growing together. Apart from learning and drawing from experiences of renowned speakers, as well as from regional and global events, I feel the most impactful take away comes from peer-to-peer interaction. The reason I feel this as the organization is among the world’s most inspirational is because of its asset and driving force. It offers its members unique once-in-a- lifetime kind of experiences, through its ever-evolving out- of-the-box regional and global events. With its 360-degree learning programmes, EO has been of phenomenal value to me, not only in my learning as an entrepreneur but also in terms of peers, networking and personal growth. From the smallest to the biggest challenges, this organization and my peers have immensely helped in transforming not only mine but every member’s life professionally and personally. With being on board it gives me even more opportunities and responsibilities to ensure that the region grows and contributes globally. My objective is to turn our ideas into AUGUST 2018