Sesame Pikari

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗶! 🌟 Today marks a significant milestone in our journey as a startup! One year ago, we embarked on a mission to empower small businesses through e-commerce, and what a remarkable journey it has been. From the spark of an idea to its full implementation, it has been a rollercoaster of learning, growth, and achievement. 🌱 Our journey began with a simple yet powerful concept: providing the tools and support small businesses need to thrive in the digital age. From countless brainstorming sessions to refining our concept, we turned our vision into action. We believed that every entrepreneur, and every small business owner deserved a chance to succeed in the digital marketplace. 💡 Along the way, we've had the privilege of learning from incredible mentors and connecting with passionate individuals who share our vision. Their wisdom, guidance, and encouragement have been instrumental in our growth. A special mention to Sarath V Raj Sir for his invaluable guidance and unwavering support throughout our journey. 🤝 We've met and collaborated with so many inspiring people on this journey, each with their unique stories and expertise. We've formed partnerships, created lasting relationships, and built a strong, supportive community. 🚀 Today, we celebrate not just a year of existence, but a year of progress, innovation, and the impact we've made on small businesses pan India. We've watched businesses grow, dreams become realities, and it's only the beginning. 🙏 To our team, advisors, partners, and the countless small business owners who've trusted us to be a part of their journey, THANK YOU! Your belief in our mission fuels our passion and commitment. Here's to many more years of growth, more success stories, and continued empowerment for small businesses. Together, we will shape a brighter future for entrepreneurs everywhere. 🎉 Dr. Jayan Joseph Anoop Ambika NISHA KRISHNAN ISAC SINGH Anoop N. Mehta, CPA, CGMA Manu P Toms Nandakishor M Nik Mulakkal Anjal Tamton Fawaz TC RAAIDH Mohamed TiE Kerala Arun Nair Kerala Startup Mission Anil Balan SHIHABUDHEEN P K Delhivery K S Vinodkumar Balakrishnan Noushad M K Jacob T Abraham Nimisha J Vadakkan Najeeb Bin Haneef 🚀🧬⚡ Senu Sam Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council Rahul Mamman Rahul P Balachandran Rahul R SR Nair BLAISE NORONHA Hari TN Binu Mathew Nisary Mahesh AR Ranjith Nasif NM Manoj Gopalakrishnan Amith Raman Yohan Philip KIED - Kerala Institute for Entrepreneurship Development #SmallBusinessEmpowerment #Anniversary #StartUpJourney #EcommerceSuccess #SmallBusinessHeroes #Digikari #SesamePikari

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲: 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗶'𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 🛒💼 At Digikari, we've made it our mission to empower businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our aim is simple: to provide a one-stop, user-friendly e-commerce solution for every kind of business out there. 🛍️💻 We firmly believe in the incredible power of diversity and inclusivity. Every business, from the local boutique to the home-based crafter, and even the specialty food vendor, deserves a chance to thrive in the digital marketplace. With Digikari, we're breaking down barriers and offering a platform meticulously designed to assist all businesses in effortlessly showcasing & selling their products. 📦🚀 Join us in this exciting journey toward a more inclusive e-commerce landscape. Let's make every business's dreams come true! 💪 https://lnkd.in/gj5dRUP6 #ecommerce #diversity #inclusivity #businessempowerment #digitalmarketplace #digikari #smallbusiness #startup

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲: 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗶'𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 🛒💼 At Digikari, we've made it our mission to empower businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our aim is simple: to provide a one-stop, user-friendly e-commerce solution for every kind of business out there. 🛍️💻 We firmly believe in the incredible power of diversity and inclusivity. Every business, from the local boutique to the home-based crafter, and even the specialty food vendor, deserves a chance to thrive in the digital marketplace. With Digikari, we're breaking down barriers and offering a platform meticulously designed to assist all businesses in effortlessly showcasing & selling their products. 📦🚀 Join us in this exciting journey toward a more inclusive e-commerce landscape. Let's make every business's dreams come true! 💪 https://lnkd.in/gj5dRUP6 #ecommerce #diversity #inclusivity #businessempowerment #digitalmarketplace #digikari #smallbusiness #startup

𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗼𝗻 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗶: 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝘄𝗯  𝗦𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 Dissatisfied with her corporate job, Nasreen decided to venture into reselling. However, her entrepreneurial spirit soon took hold that led her to pivot from reselling and instead start her own manufacturing business. 💡 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗦𝗲𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲  Recognizing an unmet demand for prayer dresses in India, Nasreen seized the golden opportunity to bridge the gap between supply and demand. Thus, Sawb was born! Armed with just her reselling profits of Rs. 8,000 and her mother's stitching expertise, she fearlessly started her venture with 20 pieces. 💪𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻, 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵  Sawb empowers women from diverse backgrounds, leading 50 talented individuals, from students to seniors, fostering financial independence and making a profound impact on their lives. 💰𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Reinvesting profits drove Sawb's exponential growth. Today, they've produced an astounding 30,000 pieces while reaching every corner of the country. 📈 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 Nasreen didn't stop at e-commerce giants; she 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗲-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗶, establishing her brand identity and connecting directly with customers. 🌿 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Beyond profits, Sawb embraced sustainability by using the same material for pouches and dresses, offering print identification, and making a positive impact. 🌍 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲! With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Sawb's ambition is set on transcending borders and becoming a global sensation in the world of prayer dresses. Sawb’s journey teaches us the importance of spotting opportunities in untapped markets, nurturing one's skills, and empowering others for collective growth. By supporting local communities, she is breaking barriers and creating a ripple effect that resonates far beyond her business. Watch their full story: https://lnkd.in/gnatcAY6 #digikari #womenempowerment #womeninbusiness #womenentrepreneurs #globalambitions #madeinindia #ecommercesuccess #sesamepikari #nichemarket #sustainablebusiness #selffunded

Digikari's First Internship Batch! ✨️ Recently, Digikari had the privilege of hosting MBA students from ADI SHANKARA BUSINESS SCHOOL as interns. It turned out to be an incredible learning journey for both sides as these talented individuals embarked on a mission to connect Digikari with numerous small businesses. Over the course of their internship, they were provided with comprehensive sales training and invaluable field experience, enabling them to navigate the challenges of real-world business scenarios with finesse. The interns ventured out into the community, engaging with small business owners and showcasing the immense value and benefits that Digikari brings to the table. The experience was truly fulfilling as we worked hand in hand, helping our interns navigate their way through various challenges. From providing support whenever they faced roadblocks to conducting regular monitoring and feedback sessions, our focus was to ensure their development and growth. The journey wasn't just about teaching them; it was about learning from them too, as we gained valuable insights into areas where we could further enhance our processes and offerings. To our incredible interns, we extend our heartfelt appreciation for your contributions. You have laid a solid foundation for future internship batches, inspiring us to continue pushing boundaries and making a difference. We are confident that the skills and experiences gained during this internship will serve as a springboard for your successful careers. Looking forward to welcoming more bright minds to our team in the next internship batch! Jisha Paul K Alina David Vishnu Muraleedharan Brahmadathan Vn Vineeth K N #internshipprogram #digikari #mbainterns #learningandgrowing #digikariinterns #smallbusinessconnections #salestraining #fieldexperience #empoweringsmallbusinesses #sesamepikari

Digital Dilemma Exposed: From WhatsApp to Webstore - Bridging the Gap for Non-Tech-Savvy Entrepreneurs Many small business owners feel overwhelmed by the idea of setting up and managing a webstore, thinking it requires extensive technical skills. However what they don't realize is that navigating the world of webstores doesn't require you to be a tech-savvy expert. The truth is, using a webstore is as easy as using WhatsApp! Webstore platforms today prioritize user experience, ensuring that even beginners can navigate them effortlessly. Just like effortlessly navigating through chats and sharing photos; managing your own webstore can be just as intuitive and user-friendly. 👉🏼Simplified Setup: Setting up your webstore is a straightforward process. Just like creating a WhatsApp account, you can choose a platform, select a template, customize it with your branding, and voila! You're ready to showcase your products to the world. 👉🏼Seamless Product Management: Managing your inventory is as easy as organizing your WhatsApp chats. You can add new products, update descriptions, adjust prices, and keep track of stock levels effortlessly. 👉🏼Marketing Made Simple: Promoting your webstore is no different than sharing your WhatsApp contact with friends and family. With built-in user management, you can easily reach and grow your customer base. 👉🏼Analytics and Insights: Monitoring your webstore's performance is a breeze with analytics tools. You can track sales, analyze customer behavior, and make data-driven decisions, just like reviewing your WhatsApp chat statistics but with more. 👉🏼Payment Gateways Made Simple: Additionally once the webstore is set up, it automatically integrates a secure payment gateway, streamlining the process and ensuring hassle-free transactions. It's time for small business owners to re-think and understand that running a webstore is well within their reach, even if they’re not a tech guru.  Let’s help them embrace the digital revolution, explore the world of webstores, and unlock a wealth of opportunities for their business. #digikari #smallbusiness #strategicselling #smallbusinesssuccess #digikarisellers #smallbusinessstrategies #ecommercesuccess #sesamepikari #misconceptions #digitaldilemma #webstore #webstoresimplicity #notechskillsneeded #userfriendlyplatforms #easyaswhatsApp #techsavvy

Digikari had the opportunity to set up a stall at the Hotel Tech'23 in Kaloor through the Kerala Startup Mission. Our presence at this event allowed us to connect with numerous restaurant, bakery, and hotel owners and interacting with them reaffirmed our belief that digital solutions play a pivotal role in enhancing guest experiences, optimizing operations, and driving sustainable growth. However, the true highlight of the event was the privilege of meeting Mr. RAAIDH Mohamed, Managing Director of Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation. His insights into the Maldives Tourism sector were invaluable, and his passion for creating extraordinary visitor experiences was truly inspiring. We discussed the unique challenges faced by the industry and explored collaborative opportunities to leverage our expertise and contribute to the growth of Maldives Tourism. We look forward to further collaborations and opportunities to contribute to the growth of the hospitality sector. Together, let's continue to transform the way businesses operate, delivering exceptional experiences to guests and elevating the industry to new heights. #digikari #unleashinginnovation #ksum #digikariadventures #HotelTech #entrepreneurship #collaboration #innovation #startups #mitdc #maldives #hospitalityindustry #hotel #restaurant #bakery

When great minds collide, amazing ideas ignite! 🌟 Digikari had the opportunity to engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Shefeeq Abubakr and Nandakishor M. We're thrilled by the endless possibilities that lie ahead. It's awe-inspiring to witness the synergistic power of collective intelligence as we delved into deep discussions, challenging assumptions and exploring transformative solutions. Stay tuned as we as we embrace bold ideas and inspire others to think beyond the limits! #digikari #sesamepikari #unleashinginnovation #mindsmerging #digikariadventures #entrepreneurship #collaboration #innovation #gamechangers #startups #business #power #synergy

The Digikari team had the incredible opportunity to attend Reinvent Kozhikode Investors' Meet'23 organized by KSSIA; where we had the privilege of meeting industry leaders and experts from various sectors. The support and encouragement we received from the attendees were truly overwhelming. Their genuine interest in Digikari reaffirmed our belief in its potential and the positive impact it can create. We are immensely grateful for their suggestions which will undoubtedly help us refine our strategies and approach as we navigate the path ahead. We extend our gratitude to KSSIA (Kerala State Small Industries Association) for organizing such a remarkable platform for networking and knowledge sharing as well as to Anil Balan sir for the opportunity. It is through events like these that we can foster innovation and build strong partnerships within the business community. #reinventkozhikode #digitalinnovation #networking #collaboration #digikari #sesamepikari #kssia #entrepreneurship #industryleaders #knowledgesharing #businesscommunity #partnerships

Digital Dilemma Exposed: Small Business Success with a Limited Lineup As small business owners are navigating the unknown, there is no denying the dilemmas that come with launching a successful online store. And yet, a common misconception persists among small business owners that an extensive range of products is required in order to viably sell online. The reality is that, far from it. Launching an online store with a more limited selection doesn't mean the business can't grow. If anything, having fewer items on the shelf can provide a focus on who your target customers are and how best to meet their needs. In fact one of our Digikari Sellers have a one product online store! 👉🏼Start Small, Dream Big: Rather than overwhelming yourself with a vast array of products, focus on a select few that resonate with your target audience. 👉🏼Niche It to Win It: Identify your niche market and become the go-to source for their specific needs. By catering to a niche, you establish yourself as an expert and build a loyal customer base. 👉🏼 Personalize the Experience: Invest in creating a seamless and personalized online shopping experience. Leverage innovative technologies to understand your customers better and provide tailored recommendations. 👉🏼A Leaner Path to Success: Concentrate efforts on a narrower range to optimize inventory management, product sourcing, and marketing strategies, ensuring efficient operations. This ability to specialize results in building a loyal customer base, who might be more amenable to expanding the store’s offerings in the future. With the right approach, a small, well-thought product lineup can be just as successful as an expansive range of items. It's time for small business owners to re-think and let go of the common misconception that they need to have an extensive and varied range of products to start off! #digikari #smallbusiness #lessismore #strategicselling #smallbusinesssuccess #selectiveofferings #digikarisellers #smallbusinessstrategies #ecommercesuccess #sesamepikari #misconceptions #digitaldilemma #webstore