Sreedevi Devireddy from GITAM (Deemed to be University), has been elected as the Second Vice-Chairman of the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chapter. This accomplishment is not only noteworthy for her but also for IACC as she becomes the first woman to assume a leadership role in the organisation's AP & TS chapter.
Devireddy, recognised as a National Entrepreneurship Awardee and a Chevening Research and Innovation Fellow from Oxford University, UK, currently holds the position of Director at the Venture Development Centres of GITAM University.
Under the new leadership team, led by Srikanth Badiga as Regional President, K. Ganesh Subudhi as Chairman and Avinash Chukkapalli as First Vice Chairman, the IACC - AP & TS chapter aims to grow its membership base and enhance women's representation in the organisation. Additionally, they plan to foster engagement with various stakeholders and government bodies on crucial matters.
Devireddy's election is a testament to the growing opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), young entrepreneurs and women in today's interconnected world. Her leadership role within IACC underscores the organization's commitment to facilitating economic development and empowerment by providing resources, networking opportunities, mentorship and market access to aspiring and established entrepreneurs.