BANGALORE — Demonstrating exceptional entrepreneurial vision, market agility, and strategic business acumen, Shamanth S S, a PGDM student at ISBR Business School, bagged the 1st Place in the flagship “YES Shark Tank” Pitching Competition at Venix 2026, the International Business Summit hosted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore.
Held from August 7th to August 9th, 2026, Venix brought together emerging business leaders, innovators, and students from top-tier institutions across the country. The high-stakes Shark Tank pitching round, held on August 9, challenged participants to defend viable business models, financial projections, and value propositions before a panel of industry veterans and venture judges.
Key Competition Snapshot
| Detail | Event Specifications |
| Winner | Shamanth S S (PGDM Student, ISBR Business School) |
| Competition | YES Shark Tank Pitching Competition |
| Summit | Venix 2026 (International Business Summit) |
| Host Institute | Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore |
| Summit Dates | August 7–9, 2026 |
| Pitching Round | August 9, 2026 (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
| Award | Certificate of Appreciation & 1st Place Winner Trophy |
Pitching Excellence: Turning Theory into Market Action
The YES Shark Tank competition at Venix 2026 evaluated teams on market analysis, scalablity, unit economics, and operational feasibility. Facing intense scrutiny from the judging panel, Shamanth’s winning presentation stood out for its clarity of vision, structured execution plan, and robust financial modeling.
This landmark victory highlights the strength of ISBR Business School’s action-oriented pedagogy. By shifting learning from theoretical case studies directly to live pitch floors, ISBR continues to empower students with industry-ready leadership and real-world problem-solving skills.
Driving Entrepreneurial Culture at ISBR
ISBR Business School takes immense pride in Shamanth’s national achievement. This win underlines the institution’s commitment to building dynamic startup ecosystems, providing hands-on mentorship, and encouraging students to test their ideas on prestigious national and international forums.
Shamanth’s triumph at IIM Bangalore serves as an inspiring benchmark for the entire ISBR community, proving that practical exposure and dedicated mentorship create champions capable of leading India’s next generation of business innovation.
About ISBR Business School: ISBR Business School, located in Bangalore, India, is a premier institution dedicated to providing world-class education in business and management. Accredited by the NBA and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities and the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, ISBR has consistently been ranked as a platinum institute by AICTE-CII. With a diverse student body, a strong emphasis on industry collaboration, and a curriculum designed to foster innovation and leadership, ISBR Business School is committed to shaping the business leaders of tomorrow. The school’s robust placement record and partnerships with top global companies underscore its commitment to excellence and career readiness for its students