Webinar
Skills for Growth: Strengthening Rural Economies Through Food Processing
Webinar on Skills for Growth: Strengthening Rural Economies Through Food Processing
30th, January 2025 | 4 - 5 PM (IST)
The recent webinar, “Strengthening Rural Economies: Skilling for Growth in Food Processing,” held as part of the #CentumKnowledgeSeries, brought together industry leaders to discuss the transformative role of skill development in rural livelihoods. Featuring expert speakers Sunil Kumar Marwah (CEO, FICSI), Dr. Agatha Betsy (Head, Nutrition Sciences, ITC Limited), and Akshay Gupta (Associate Director, Centum Foundation), the session explored how food processing training can create sustainable employment opportunities and drive economic resilience in rural areas.
Dr. Agatha Betsy Head, Nutrition Sciences ITC Limited |
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Dr. Agatha Betsy brings over 16 years of diverse experience in public health, nutrition, and regulatory science. Her expertise spans nutrition strategies, food safety, and compliance with global standards, driving meaningful change in maternal and child health, nutritional epidemiology, and food toxicology. As a passionate advocate for innovative solutions, Agatha has worked with multiple stakeholders to align scientific principles with policy development and practical implementation. Her insights into social and behavioral aspects of nutrition make her a valuable voice in shaping impactful health initiatives and driving better health |
Sunil Kumar Marwah CEO FICSI |
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An industry veteran in the domain of Sales & Marketing, Sunil has demonstrated a history of working in multiple industries like Veterinary, Agrochemicals, Education and Cement, to name a few. He is Skilled in General Management, Channel and B2B Sales, (Agri and Rural), Training and Skill Development Projects. In the past, he has worked with large conglomerates like Dabur Limited, JK Lakshmi Cement, NIIT and Montari Industries Ltd. He is a double MBA from FMS, the University of Delhi and the University of Leeds, UK respectively, under Foreign & Commonwealth office Scholarship. |
The discussion underscored the need to bridge skill gaps by providing accessible, industry-relevant training for rural youth. Sunil Kumar Marwah highlighted the importance of structured skilling programs in building a workforce aligned with industry needs. Dr. Agatha Betsy shared insights on integrating nutrition science with food processing to add value to rural enterprises, while Akshay Gupta emphasized aligning skilling initiatives with real community needs to ensure long-term impact.
The webinar also delved into the role of corporate partnerships in sustaining skill development initiatives, offering actionable strategies to enhance rural employment and strengthen local economies. Attendees gained valuable perspectives on how targeted training can empower rural communities by increasing productivity and income-generation opportunities.
The session concluded with a comprehensive understanding of the strategies required to build a skilled rural workforce, reinforcing the significance of sustainable skill development in shaping economic growth. By facilitating knowledge-sharing platforms like this, Centum Foundation continues to drive meaningful change, fostering resilience and long-term growth in rural communities.
The recent webinar, “Strengthening Rural Economies: Skilling for Growth in Food Processing,” held as part of the #CentumKnowledgeSeries, brought together industry leaders to discuss the transformative role of skill development in rural livelihoods. Featuring expert speakers Sunil Kumar Marwah (CEO, FICSI), Dr. Agatha Betsy (Head, Nutrition Sciences, ITC Limited), and Akshay Gupta (Associate Director, Centum Foundation), the session explored how food processing training can create sustainable employment opportunities and drive economic resilience in rural areas.
Dr. Agatha Betsy Head, Nutrition Sciences ITC Limited |
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Dr. Agatha Betsy brings over 16 years of diverse experience in public health, nutrition, and regulatory science. Her expertise spans nutrition strategies, food safety, and compliance with global standards, driving meaningful change in maternal and child health, nutritional epidemiology, and food toxicology. As a passionate advocate for innovative solutions, Agatha has worked with multiple stakeholders to align scientific principles with policy development and practical implementation. Her insights into social and behavioral aspects of nutrition make her a valuable voice in shaping impactful health initiatives and driving better health |
Sunil Kumar Marwah CEO FICSI |
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An industry veteran in the domain of Sales & Marketing, Sunil has demonstrated a history of working in multiple industries like Veterinary, Agrochemicals, Education and Cement, to name a few. He is Skilled in General Management, Channel and B2B Sales, (Agri and Rural), Training and Skill Development Projects. In the past, he has worked with large conglomerates like Dabur Limited, JK Lakshmi Cement, NIIT and Montari Industries Ltd. He is a double MBA from FMS, the University of Delhi and the University of Leeds, UK respectively, under Foreign & Commonwealth office Scholarship. |
The discussion underscored the need to bridge skill gaps by providing accessible, industry-relevant training for rural youth. Sunil Kumar Marwah highlighted the importance of structured skilling programs in building a workforce aligned with industry needs. Dr. Agatha Betsy shared insights on integrating nutrition science with food processing to add value to rural enterprises, while Akshay Gupta emphasized aligning skilling initiatives with real community needs to ensure long-term impact.
The webinar also delved into the role of corporate partnerships in sustaining skill development initiatives, offering actionable strategies to enhance rural employment and strengthen local economies. Attendees gained valuable perspectives on how targeted training can empower rural communities by increasing productivity and income-generation opportunities.
The session concluded with a comprehensive understanding of the strategies required to build a skilled rural workforce, reinforcing the significance of sustainable skill development in shaping economic growth. By facilitating knowledge-sharing platforms like this, Centum Foundation continues to drive meaningful change, fostering resilience and long-term growth in rural communities.
The recent webinar, “Strengthening Rural Economies: Skilling for Growth in Food Processing,” held as part of the #CentumKnowledgeSeries, brought together industry leaders to discuss the transformative role of skill development in rural livelihoods. Featuring expert speakers Sunil Kumar Marwah (CEO, FICSI), Dr. Agatha Betsy (Head, Nutrition Sciences, ITC Limited), and Akshay Gupta (Associate Director, Centum Foundation), the session explored how food processing training can create sustainable employment opportunities and drive economic resilience in rural areas.
Dr. Agatha Betsy Head, Nutrition Sciences ITC Limited |
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Dr. Agatha Betsy brings over 16 years of diverse experience in public health, nutrition, and regulatory science. Her expertise spans nutrition strategies, food safety, and compliance with global standards, driving meaningful change in maternal and child health, nutritional epidemiology, and food toxicology. As a passionate advocate for innovative solutions, Agatha has worked with multiple stakeholders to align scientific principles with policy development and practical implementation. Her insights into social and behavioral aspects of nutrition make her a valuable voice in shaping impactful health initiatives and driving better health |
Sunil Kumar Marwah CEO FICSI |
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An industry veteran in the domain of Sales & Marketing, Sunil has demonstrated a history of working in multiple industries like Veterinary, Agrochemicals, Education and Cement, to name a few. He is Skilled in General Management, Channel and B2B Sales, (Agri and Rural), Training and Skill Development Projects. In the past, he has worked with large conglomerates like Dabur Limited, JK Lakshmi Cement, NIIT and Montari Industries Ltd. He is a double MBA from FMS, the University of Delhi and the University of Leeds, UK respectively, under Foreign & Commonwealth office Scholarship. |
The discussion underscored the need to bridge skill gaps by providing accessible, industry-relevant training for rural youth. Sunil Kumar Marwah highlighted the importance of structured skilling programs in building a workforce aligned with industry needs. Dr. Agatha Betsy shared insights on integrating nutrition science with food processing to add value to rural enterprises, while Akshay Gupta emphasized aligning skilling initiatives with real community needs to ensure long-term impact.
The webinar also delved into the role of corporate partnerships in sustaining skill development initiatives, offering actionable strategies to enhance rural employment and strengthen local economies. Attendees gained valuable perspectives on how targeted training can empower rural communities by increasing productivity and income-generation opportunities.
The session concluded with a comprehensive understanding of the strategies required to build a skilled rural workforce, reinforcing the significance of sustainable skill development in shaping economic growth. By facilitating knowledge-sharing platforms like this, Centum Foundation continues to drive meaningful change, fostering resilience and long-term growth in rural communities.