Event report
Indo-French Business Awards 2023
IFCCI in partnership with Business France, organized the 5th edition of the IFBA and Grand Prix VIE on 15th March 2023, at Residence of France.
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The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) in partnership with Business France, organized the 5th edition of its flagship event, the Indo-French Business Awards (IFBA) and Grand Prix VIE in the presence of H.E. Mr Édouard Philippe, former Prime Minister of France and Mayor, Le Havre as Guest of Honour.
The event was held on 15th March 2023 at the Residence of France, Delhi. It brought together more than 150 CEOs and business leaders from the most prominent Indo-French companies in India across varied sectors like aerospace and defence, mobility, energy, consumer goods, agro, and luxury. The award ceremony also highlighted the VIE programme of the French Trade Commission and rewarded the best talents posted at French companies on VIE assignments in this region.
Speaking at the event, Mr Édouard Philippe, said, "The political relationship that France and India have built together is truly unique and a source of great pride. For it to continue to thrive in the future, it is also vital to bring our economies closer together. We need French and Indian entrepreneurs who invent, produce, create together. And this is what the members of the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry are doing every day, with the support of Team France Export. I want to thank them, because their Indo-French achievements are not only business success stories but also a key contribution to making the France-India strategic partnership stronger for the future."
H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Lenain, Ambassador of France to India welcomed the Hon'ble Minister and the guests at his Residence. He acknowledged the dynamic collaboration between IFCCI, Business France, and Team France Export. Furthermore, he appreciated the presence of the French Pavilion at various business events in India this year, reiterating the strong growing partnership between the two countries.
Ms Payal S. Kanwar, Director General, Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry mentioned that this event is a crucial platform enabling the entire Indo-French business ecosystem to share their most significant projects and accomplishments. She also highlighted that most French companies are focussing on innovation and sustainability while doing business in India.
The Indo-French Business Awards announced 10 categories for which more than 100 applications were received from across India and France. The maximum number of applications received were for the ‘Most Innovative Product/Service of the Year’ category, showcasing France’s strength in innovation. The winners of the 10 categories were awarded by H.E. Mr Emmanuel Lenain, Ambassador of France to India. The awards jury comprised of highly recognized Indo-French Business leaders, Embassy of France officials and IFCCI's governing council members.
Winners – Indo-French Business Awards 2023
- SME of the Year - Precia Molen India Pvt. Ltd.
- Entrepreneur of the Year - Paris My Love by Sahil Mehta
- Indo-French Cooperation of the Year - SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC INDIA
- French Group of the Year - Capgemini Technology Services India Limited
- Most Innovative Product/Service of the Year - IDEMIA
- La French Tech Award - Boostmyshop France
- CSR Project of the Year - Pernod Ricard India Foundation (PRIF)
- Personnage of the Year - Aiman Ezzat, Chief Executive Officer, Capgemini
- Jury Special Award - Safran India Pvt. Ltd.
- Choose France-Best Indian Investment in France - Neptunus Power Plant Services Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Sumeet Anand, President, IFCCI congratulated the winners and acknowledged the nominees as well as the Awards Jury for the grand success of this event. This was followed by a special Vote of Thanks by Ms. Rishika Roy, Head - Committees & Partnerships, IFCCI.
The event was a seated dinner for 150 CXO's followed by a networking cocktail.
Special thanks to the Event Sponsors & Partners:
Banking Partner: HSBC
Gold Sponsor: Essilor Luxottica
Silver Sponsors: ARaymond India, IDEMIA, Roquette, Saint-Gobain
Gift Partners: Sadhev - The Art of Ayurveda, Maison De Beauté India, Elixury India
Décor Partner: Floristry - The Flower Atelier
