Team of Indian Investment Experts Launch ‘PrimeInvestor.in’ Platform for Investors

Investment advisory veterans Srikanth Meenakshi, Vidya Bala, and Bhavana Acharya have announced the launch of a new-age subscription-based research platform – PrimeInvestor.in. With a focus on providing research-as-a-service (RaaS), PrimeInvestor.in is a platform for retail investors seeking quality, unbiased guidance for their personal finance decisions. Investors will be able to access in-depth research and recommendations on mutual funds (MFs), bonds, fixed deposit products and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Soon, stock and insurance recommendations will be added to the offerings as well.

The team that has launched this platform has extensive experience in investment research and advice having helped thousands of investors across the country attain their financial goals. Srikanth was the co-founder of FundsIndia, a leading mutual fund platform in India, while Vidya headed the research function along with Bhavana.

To equip its customers in making informed investment decisions, the team at PrimeInvestor.in sifts through hundreds of personal finance products and filters them using exhaustive quantitative and qualitative metrics. The extensive research is distilled into a shortlist of investment-worthy products that can meet every imaginable financial aspiration.

New users can begin with a 15-day trial and get access to all articles and select recommendations.

Srikanth Meenakshi, co-founder, PrimeInvestor.in said, “There are several platforms that cater to the order execution needs of investors, including those that offer ‘Direct’ plans and such. However, investors are left to wonder as to where to invest and what are the best products out there. PrimeInvestor was conceived to cater to this felt need that could make or break an investor’s wealth”.

He added, “At PrimeInvestor, we are working together with a purpose to equip our customers with in-depth research to help them take informed investment decisions. Throughout our journey, without any external influences, we will stay committed to ensure financial wellness of our customers.”

Vidya Bala, co-founder, PrimeInvestor.in said, “Ours is a purely customer-focused no-commission, no ad model. Our only source of income would be subscription. This will enable us to stay free from biases and conflicts of interest and focus on what’s good for the investor.”

Bhavana Acharya, co-founder, PrimeInvestor.in said, “We cater to a wide range of investors – regardless of how experienced they are with investing. Every investor will benefit from our list of recommended funds – Prime Funds, our review tool that gives you firm opinions about your funds, and Prime Deposits, our curated list of deposit products. We also have ready-to-go portfolios for beginner investors, and ETFs and Theme Park selections for the knowledgeable”.

There is more – subscribers will be regularly engaged with high-quality insights and updates about funds, investment options, markets, and strategies. Prime Ratings is PrimeInvestor’s innovative in-house rating system for mutual funds.

All these solutions and services are available for an annual subscription fee – which has an introductory price of Rs 2,500 per year, a figure kept deliberately accessible relative to comparable offerings in the market to ensure that the benefits of the platform are within the reach of every investor in the country.

Trend Micro Boosts Channel Leadership with Expanded and Enhanced Partner Program for Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa

Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, today announced that it is launching a newly expanded and enhanced channel partner program in Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (AMEA). Underpinning the program are several key initiatives designed to help channel partners generate more margins, capture new revenue streams, and drive tighter alignment with Trend Micro in the field by taking a customer-centric approach.

“Our channel-first business model has reaped immense success over the years, cementing Trend Micro’s channel leadership position in the industry. After 30 years in this business, we continue to stay true to our unfaltering commitment of making our partners successful and achieving growth together”, said Dhanya Thakkar, senior vice president, Trend Micro, AMEA. “With the AMEA channel program, we aim to reward performing partners with extended benefits, and the right tools to create and close more business opportunities.”

The major enhancements include:

Higher profitability and margins: Streamlined discount structures based on deal registration; sales and marketing incentives across all partner tiers and distributors; and new rebate schemes for gold and platinum partners
Customer-centric approach: Highly-subsidized and strategically-curated not-for-sale (NFR) packages of Trend Micro’s solutions for partners to better address real-world customer cybersecurity pain points
Cybersecurity talent development: Complimentary training series delivered through the TRENDs Campus – Trend Micro’s new channel sales and technical enablement initiative designed to educate partners in the latest cybersecurity knowledge and trends, Trend Micro’s industry-leading solutions, and the art of opportunity discovery
Tighter collaboration: A set of enhanced business tools, including a refreshed partner portal, a new mobile app, and a business analytics dashboard, to drive joint field activities

Channel partners in AMEA can get in touch with their local Trend Micro channel account managers to receive more information on how to maximize the new program and drive more business together.

A Toast to Fanzart’s Fans Success Held Recently in Bangalore

Fanzart has had an extraordinary 2019, finishing with 12 awards, including the Economic Times Business Leader, Power Brands - Rising Star, Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, Best Luxury Designer Fans and more. Moreover, Fanzart bought a pro golf league, called Fanzart Eagles and won the maiden Pro Golf League held in Bangalore to finish off the year.

2020 has just begun and Fanzart has already started it with a bang, with coalitions with bigger brands, partners beyond India and patented technology to be released in March, 2020 - around the same time Fanzart completes 8 years of redefining luxury from the ceiling point of view. With 70 experience centres across India, as well as presence at 10 Future Group's Hometown showrooms, Fanzart now sees a good amount of market adoption from both offline as well as online channels.

As a way to show their gratitude, Fanzart’s promoters celebrated the extraordinary 2019 with family and friends, including well-known Architects and Interior Designers, prominent developers, team Fanzart Eagles as well as well-wishers. 

“Cross Connection” - Debut Novelist Preety Praveen Unveils Unique Love Story in Bangalore

Preety Praveen launched her maiden novel ‘Cross Connection’ on 14th February 2020, at Sapna Book House, Bangalore. The realistic fiction read is inspired by a true story and published by Blue Rose Publishers.

Speaking at the launch, Sandhya Mendonca, author, media entrepreneur, cultural evangelist and chief guest of the event said “When love is in the air, right in time for Valentine's Day, here's a good old fashioned love story - girl meets boy and then follow the pangs of separation and hardships that destiny throws their way. This couple shares an extraordinary love story and the romantic in me cheers them!”

Cross Connection is a story of love, commitment and destiny. Set in the simple town of Salem, Tamil Nadu, the storyline takes readers through the lives of Simar and Naveen, who are distinctly different people, with whom one can identify with almost instantaneously. With nothing in common, destiny brings them together in a captivating plot, connecting them in a lifelong bond.

“I have always been passionate about writing, and penning down this love story which is really close to my heart, was a beautiful experience. The readers of Cross Connection will surely enjoy the roller coaster ride of emotions. I want them to believe in and cherish the value of true friends, how and when to stand by them and most importantly the power of destiny,” says Preety Praveen speaking about her debut novel.

Cross Connection is sure to strike the right chord as it connects the lives of Simar, a bold and brilliant girl with a pampered upbringing and Naveen a determined youngster with a brusque exterior. While she traces her roots to Punjab, he comes from Kerala. Long after recognizing and accepting their love for each other, the couple have a tough battle ahead of them convincing their respective parents to accept their relationship. Simar has to also cope from the turmoil of recovering from a life threatening car crash without Naveen by her side. Through love, tears, anger, sacrifice, sadness, hope, triumph and joy, the captivating plot makes Cross Connection a compelling read.

Syed Asad Hassan, Managing Director of Blue Rose Publishers, speaking on the launch of Preety’s novel said “It was a pleasure working with Preety Praveen on this book. The moment we read the story for the first time, we knew instantly that it was one that would connect with people on many levels. Also, what better time to launch a book like this than the valentines season itself. This book is definitely a must read book and I am confident that it will leave a mark on this genre for many years to come.”

A Bangalore based psychologist, Preety Praveen draws from her personal and professional experiences to give readers an insight into the ups and downs of relationships and the importance of commitment. Cross Connection is released in collaboration with Avasar Foundation and a percentage of the profits are pledged to open doors of education for girl children.

Cross Connection is priced at Rs. 299 and available for purchase on Amazon, Flipkart, ShopClues and leading bookstores across the country.

Preety Praveen is also penning down a sequel to the book, titled ‘A Pocket Full of Promises.’ As the name suggests, the book is an honest take on the ups and downs Simar and Naveen face after marriage.

Blurb of the book:

To accomplish the dreams of her parents, Simar, a girl from Punjab, lands up in Tamil Nadu to complete her degree in dentistry. But fate had written a different story for her. Struggling to survive in a new world, she meets the love of her life, Naveen, a boy from Kerala. Smiling in the world of their love, they weave a beautiful life around their dreams. But everything changes once Naveen leaves India, trying his luck to get a job abroad. After a year, he comes back to marry her…but…is she still there waiting for him…?

AMP Convenience Mall Now Launches in Namma Bengaluru

India’s unique and first of its kind AMP (Mini Mall/Neighborhood mall on Saturday  making its debut in Bengaluru with its first innovative mini shopping mall & Food court at Bilekahalli, Vijayabank Layout. AMP further plans to add 20 outlets across Bengaluru in next 24 months which will create 1000 plus employment in Bengaluru. Mrs Padma Priya- Mrs Universe along with other celebrities will be launching this unique neighborhood AMP Mall.

AMP has its current footprint in TN, Kerala and now in Karnataka through this first AMP Mini Mall, AMP Further plans to Expand across India.

Speaking at the launch Mr.Rajesh-CEO-Ask Era Infra Pvt Ltd “ Our aim is to create 1000 job opportunities in Bengaluru by opening 19 more AMP Mini Malls. We are also excited to create 200 to 300 full time entrepreneurs and to provide a platform for 500 women part time entrepreneurs. Our mission is to provide a high potential retail space without monthly rental, Big saving in labor cost to provide quality and  trained manpower.

Mr. Rajesh – CEO AMP, He has 18 years of experience in Retail Industry worked for 3 fortune 500 retail Companies (Reliance, YUM (KFC) Staples International, Future Group)

Mr.Suresh-Vice President-AMP , he is Ex-Walmart-Head of Quality & Compliance and 30 years of experience in  retail sector  Said ” Especially in retail people likes multiple assignments in one go, such as shopping, eating and self  grooming.

Mr.Narasa Reddy- Has vast experience of 30 Years in Real Estate Industry. His 30 years of rich experience in developing various Commercial, Residential and Government projects across India. He is also the Managing Director of Valdis homes Pvt Ltd.

Ask Market Place(AMP)  is located at  : 17/18, Kodichikkanahalli Main Rd, Anugraha Layout, Vijaya Bank Layout, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076.

East Meets West - French Students Work on Natural Fabric Dyes in Bengaluru

‘East meets West’, A group of 40 Fashion Design Students, 20 of them from LISAA Paris and 20 from LISAA Bengaluru worked on natural fabric dyes made from Indian herbs like mehandi, mulethi etc in Bengaluru, which taught them sustainable practices and working with eco friendly & organic colours. Students learned from master artisans about the types of block printing, pattern dyeing, wood carving techniques – how blocks are made, preparation of pigment print colours, contemporary interpretations of block printing, and much more. Students had to create innovative textile swatches by combining different techniques learnt, but with a contemporary treatment.

“LISAA organized the visit to Tharangini Studios to give them wide knowledge of development process of the dyeing and hand block printing. Hope they will use it in their projects presented in France,” said Avi Keswani, Director, LISAA School of Design which organized this visit.

"Dyeing and Hand block printing was something new that French students really liked and were fascinated. We are curious to see what this 'East meets West' exploration of indigenous techniques of the local artisans combined with the design sensibilities of the French students, brings about,” says Girish Keswani, Co-director, LISAA School of Design.

“Hand printing by using natural fabric was something new which we have never seen before and we will never forget our visit in Bengaluru,” said Chloe Moulin one of the French students who was totally fascinated by the art.

The French students will in Bengaluru till 18th February 2020 and many workshops and visits to different heritage and cultural centers have been arranged during this time.

LISAA School of Design is a premier Design institute over 35 years of existence in France. The aim of LISAA School of Design is to nurture their students to become not only technically professional but also be sensitive to the aesthetics, culture and spiritual ethos of the society for whom they design. Spread across 11 locations globally, LISAA School of Design is built on heritage, excellence and opportunities. It was set up in Bengaluru India in 2013 with state-of-the-art infrastructure and campus in Bangalore.

LISAA - Bangalore is owned and operated by CREO Valley, the school of creativity and innovation recognized by Qualifications & Assessments International (QAI), UK, Federation of European School (FEDE) and Jawaharlal Nehru Technical Education - Council of Skill Development (JNTE) in higher education. LISAA School of Design has a multidisciplinary approach to design education that promotes both creativity and experimentation, studying and learning in this environment helps the students to develop a unique perspective.

LISAA Bangalore is recognized by the University in Bangalore to offer Degree Courses in Fashion & Textile Design, Interior & Product Design and Graphic & Web Design. It also offers Student Exchange program with more than 7 other locations in France.

HappyOn -An Exclusive Mom & Kids’ Event in Bangalore

HappyOn is a niche and concept- based mom and kid’s event that helps moms and kids to explore latest trends related to education, indoor & outdoor activities, sports and fashion. It’s a unique platform for people to connect and understand each other's ideas and implementing it by providing curated products & services - “A professional cum Emotional trade”.

HappyOn conducted an engaging workshop at Reset Wellness Center today that witnessed a talk on how to resolve your child's sleep issues by Kerry Bajaj, bestselling author of Sleep Baby Sleep (Harper Collins). The conference was followed by a fun-filled kids fashion show and sunset yoga by RESET along with a talk on Access Consciousness by Priya Alti.

Talking about the event, Samir Viran, Director, HappyOn said - ”HappyOn is an experience for the kids & parents to explore the finest brands from all over India under one roof with fun-filled activities and entertainment for the family. We create a memorable experience for our stake holders & attendees providing family time away from gadgets where they can rejoice, learn & bond with one another. HappyOn plans to travel to cities like Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Mysore, Coimbatore, Delhi, Raipur, Mumbai & Chennai in near future. "

Adding to this M. Balaji, CEO, RESET Sadashivnagar, said “We are delighted to be the wellness partner for HappyOn. Good health is a function of right lifestyle and healthy habits need to be introduced at a young age. Moms are the role models for kids from an impressionable age and they are the ones whom we need to target to inculcate the importance of overall wellness in kids. We look forward to a successful event.”

HappyOn exhibition will be taking place in Bangalore on 29th February 2020 at The Lalit Ashok. In this edition HappyOn will bring 75+ best exhibitors under one roof coming from different parts of the country, along with Kids Play Area, Interactive Workshops, Fun Activities & Educational games for Parents & Children’s.

HappyOn is set to travel across the country where participating Brands, Parents & Kids can come together to have fun and bounded to surpass the experience they look for at HappyOn.