What’s in store
Welcome to our big, friendly potluck for changemakers Kula is built by the community for the community and the future of handmade.
Get ready to cross paths with pan-India networks & enterprises

Embrace a space designed for true collaboration. From floor seating circles to open-air gatherings, expect formats that break down barriers, invite fresh perspectives, and celebrate shared ideas. Here, everyone has a voice - no hierarchies, just people connecting and creating together.

From lightbulb moments to breakthrough-all in one place

Capital Futures Lab (Invite Only)

Building India’s Upcycling Economy | From Textile Waste to Circular Value Chains

From CSR to Creative Impact | Supporting Arts and Crafts Sustainably

Touch, Transform, Trade | Crafting the Experiential Retail Economy

From Raw Materials to Resilience | Nature-Based Solutions for Climate-Smart Value Chains

The Founder’s Toolkit | Fundraising, M&E and Real-world Wisdom from Founders and Experts

Catalyzing Creative Futures | Designing New Incubation Models for Craft-Led Enterprises

The Wellbeing Edit | Daily Rituals of Body, Mind, and Food

The Capital Matchmaker | Where Funds Meet Founders

Design Portfolio Review Workshop

Artisan Enterprise Sandbox (Hindi)

Craft Revival 2.0 | How Inclusive Design Drives Growth

WhatIF Craft...| Provocations on Crafting Local for Global (Lightning Talks)

Trendspotting 2030 | Crafting Local for Global

Emerging Voices | Craft-led Innovators on the Hot Seat

The Future Is Narrative | Why Creative Impact Media Needs Investment

The Seamless Economy | Connecting Fashion Futures with Craft Legacies

The Ripple Effect | Regeneration Through Craft, Arts & Tourism

Crafting with Code | New Opportunities for Craft in the Age of AI

Markets Without Borders | When Cultural Exchange Becomes Change-Making

Women for Women | Capital and Leadership circle

Tracing Impact | Sustainability Metrics for Indigenous Craft Traditions

Forecasting the Future of Craft | Tools for Artisan Entrepreneurs

Kula Innovate Prize and Award Ceremony

A World Music Voyage with Noori
On 2nd December, 2025

Let’s come together to unwind, share stories, and savor local flavors. A toast to new friendships and the inspiring work we’re building together!
On 2nd December, 2025
Celebrating craft-led entrepreneurs leading the way in Innovation, Impact, and Inclusive Growth.

Meet the global and local leaders co-creating at Kula. Get ready to engage, collaborate, and build new ideas alongside our delegates and speakers!

Business Lead, Aadyam Handwoven, An Aditya Birla Initiative

Founder & CEO, Frontier Markets

Director, Indian Institute of Crafts and Design
Editor-in-Chief, The
Voice of Fashion

Partner,
IIM-A Ventures

Founder, Baro Market & Gallery 47A

Co - CEO, Upaya Social Ventures

Director, Investments and Portfolio, Upaya Social Ventures
Associate Director & Head of Accelerator, Upaya Social Ventures
Senior Consultant, Startup Movers
Some of the impact organisations that are attending our conclave.
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We request those with greater means to help subsidise participation for those in need of support.
Participation of co-creators and co-designers of Kula ‘25 will be discounted. Thank you for your time!

Who says craft cannot offer immersive experiences? Discover and indulge in a plethora of experiences before and after Kula Conclave 2025!






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