The highly anticipated Impact Innovo 2025 took place on January 30, 2025, at Taj Samudra, uniting visionaries, investors, and changemakers to advance social entrepreneurship. This global platform empowered young innovators to turn ideas into impact-driven solutions that address real-world challenges.
With over 40 universities participating and 150 venture submissions, the event showcased the next generation of social entrepreneurs. 21 outstanding teams were selected to pitch their transformative ventures, culminating in an award ceremony recognizing initiatives with high potential for sustainability.
Palladian Global: The Driving Force Behind Impact Innovo
Impact Innovo is a flagship initiative of Palladian Global, an organization committed to social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and innovation. Founded by Ragulan Tharmakulasingham, Palladian Global provides mentorship, funding, and strategic support to young changemakers who are building solutions for a better society.
“At Palladian Global, we believe social entrepreneurship is the key to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Impact Innovo is more than just a competition it’s a movement that nurtures and equips changemakers to build solutions that drive meaningful impact,” said Ragulan Tharmakulasingham.
By fostering sustainable, purpose-driven ecosystems, Palladian Global reduces reliance on traditional funding models and leverages innovation and collaboration to create lasting social change.
In addition to Impact Innovo, Palladian Global drives social impact through initiatives such as:
- Pick A Book – Fostering a culture of literacy and lifelong learning, empowering individuals through the power of books.
- Parenthrive – A dedicated platform for parents to connect, learn, and thrive, offering valuable resources for raising the next generation.
- Sports Thrive – Using sports as a tool for social impact, fostering teamwork, leadership, and community engagement.
By collaborating with brands, companies, government bodies, and organizations, Palladian Global builds ecosystems that create real impact, ensuring that social entrepreneurship is sustainable, scalable, and globally relevant.
Unipreneurs Impact Challenge: Recognizing Social Change Leaders
A key highlight of Impact Innovo 2025 was the Unipreneurs Impact Challenge, a competition designed for university students committed to reshaping society through social entrepreneurship.
🏆 Winners of the Unipreneurs Impact Challenge
🥇 Winner: Team Itself Automation – University of Kelaniya
🥈 1st Runner-Up: Team Movemate – Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT Campus)
🥉 2nd Runner-Up: Team Fungi Feast – University of Wayamba
🏅 Notable Mention: Team Eco Hive – University of Ruhuna
🏅 Notable Mention: Team Ecosparks – University of Ruhuna
These ventures stood out for their ability to address social and environmental challenges through innovative, scalable solutions.
A Platform for Growth and Collaboration
Impact Innovo goes beyond a one-day event – it is a launchpad for social entrepreneurs. Through mentorship, funding opportunities, and industry partnerships, participants receive the support needed to scale their impact-driven businesses.
By fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers, Impact Innovo creates a sustainable ecosystem for social innovation. Companies and policymakers play a critical role in this journey by providing strategic guidance, funding, and policy support that enables these ventures to thrive and scale their impact.
Looking Ahead: Impact Innovo 02 – Join the Movement
As Impact Innovo continues to grow, Palladian Global is gearing up for an even more impactful edition in 2026. With a vision to expand the platform, we invite corporations, policymakers, and investors to become part of this transformative journey.
Companies looking to maximize their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and create long-term impact can support Impact Innovo – 2 whether through funding, mentorship, or industry collaboration. By aligning with this initiative, brands can directly contribute to shaping a more sustainable and equitable future while building meaningful social impact.
Join us in empowering the next generation of changemakers. Be part of Impact Innovo – 2 and drive real, lasting impact.
Final Thoughts
Impact Innovo 2025 has set a new standard for social entrepreneurship and innovation. By bridging the gap between ideas and execution, this platform is equipping changemakers with the resources, mentorship, and networks they need to build sustainable solutions for a better world.
As we move forward, Palladian Global calls on business leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers to join us on this journey. Together, we can fuel innovation, empower communities, and transform the future of social entrepreneurship.
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