04 March, 2025

IIC Cell, SSIP VGEC organized a session titled "Achieving Problem-Solution Fit and Product-Market Fit" featuring Mr. Satya Mehta Co-Founder & CBO of Mealpe. The session, held today, aimed to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with valuable insights into building successful ventures. The event saw participation from over 150 attendees.

Dr. Femina Patel, Prof. Rozina Surani and Prof. Amit Rathod played pivotal roles as SSIP faculty coordinators, ensuring that this event left an indelible mark on the journey of start-up and entrepreneurship.

Key Features: 

• Expert Speakers: Mr. Satya Mehta
• Venue: J-Block Auditorium, VGEC
• Date: 04/02/2025, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
• No. of Participants: 150+ students
• Faculty Coordinators: Prof. Rozina Surani and Prof. Amit Rathod

Learning Lessons/Discussion Points:

• Mr. Mehta discussed his eight years of experience in various roles, including his time as an academician teaching students for competitive exams and his role as VP of Sales.
• He elaborated on his venture, Roompe, a B2B student housing management company. It partners with academic institutions to manage hostel operations, providing comprehensive services such as food, laundry services, housekeeping, security and staffing.
• Mr. Mehta also discussed Mealpe, an online food ordering platfom primarily designed for co-working spaces, corporate offices, and educational institutions. Mealpe aggregates various restaurants and cuisines, allowing users to conveniently order meals online for delivery to their workspace. This streamlines the dining experience and enhances productivity.
• A core focus of his talk was the importance of identifying a real problem and developing a viable solution. He likely shared insights on how to validate a problem and ensure that the proposed solution effectively addresses it. 
• Throughout his speech, Mr. Mehta shared personal anecdotes and lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey, providing valuable insights and inspiration for the audience.