180 Degrees Consulting, KMC

IGNITE 180 at its finest!

IGNITE 180

Ignite-180 is the annual flagship event of 180 Degrees Consulting KMC, featuring thought-provoking case competitions that challenge participants to create innovative solutions for complex business problems. The event also includes engaging speaker sessions, panel discussions, and a networking mixer, bringing together a diverse community of students.
In 2024, Ignite-180 continued its success as Asia’s largest undergraduate consulting fest, attracting over 8,000 registrations for its four case competitions and cementing its reputation as a premier academic and professional development platform. The event hosted two speaker sessions and two panel discussions that drew significant audiences with their insightful themes.
The grand finale featured the second edition of Nexus180, a networking mixer that brought together consulting societies from reputed colleges and 180 DC branches across Delhi for meaningful interactions and collaboration.

Executive Edge

The National Consulting Challenge brought together 2,000+ participants from across India. Honored to have IMPRI as our case partner, the competition challenged teams to solve real-world financial and management consulting problems, bridging academic insights with practical business acumen.

Case Partner

Competitions and Mixers

IGNITE 180 4.0

Think Forward | Think Beyond

Registrations

Session Attendees

Students Hosted

Case Competitions

Colleges at Nexus

Sessions Organised

In collaboration with Masters’ Union, it waa premier case competition that gathered emerging business talent from across the globe. Teams engaged with complex, real-world corporate problems, offering a platform to bridge academic knowledge with practical business acumen.

Global Stratergy Challenge

Case Partner

Socio Sphere

It was a transformative platform that brought together young minds to address critical global social challenges. We were honored to have ASEAN Youth Organisation and ICCT as our case partners, as participants developed innovative solutions for pressing social issues, driving meaningful and sustainable impact.

Case Partners

Pawsitive Impact Challenge

This was a one-of-a-kind case competition centered on innovative solutions for the pet care industry. Made possible by our valued partner, Zigly, this competition empowered participants to tackle real-world challenges in pet care while emphasizing sustainability and social impact.

Case Partner

Nexus 180

The second edition of our annual networking mixer, NEXUS 180 was a resounding success, with participants from consulting societies of over 15 Delhi colleges actively engaging in the event. It provided a platform for valuable connections, discussions, and a competitive environment.

Through a series of unique rounds and icebreaking activities, participants were challenged to manage time effectively and apply critical thinking, all while fostering innovation and intellect.

Speaker Sessions

Dr. Nitin Nandrajog

Mr. Subhash Chandra Garg

Former Finance Secretary of India

Partner, KPMG

Mr. Subhash Chandra Garg, former Finance Secretary of India, discussed the interplay between business strategy and government policy. He highlighted how regulatory frameworks shape corporate growth and how aligning strategies with policy fosters resilience and innovation. His insights offered valuable perspectives.

Mr. Natin Nandrajog from KPMG shared insights on how AI, data analytics, and global changes are transforming industries. He highlighted their role in enhancing strategies, decision-making, and growth, offering practical approaches for navigating a dynamic global market. We thank him for his valuable time and expertise.

Mr. Anshu Taneja

Country Director, Vision Spring Foundation

Ms. Mitali Nikore

Consultant, World Bank | Founder, Nikore Associates

Mr. Rahul Balakrishna

Co - founder, Athan | Former Regional Head, Teach for India

Panelists Mr. Rahul Balakrishna, Ms. Mitali Nikore, and Mr. Anshu Taneja shared valuable insights on integrating sustainability across sectors and fostering collaboration between human development and healthcare for meaningful change. Their vision continues to inspire efforts toward social impact and transformative progress.

Esteemed panelists Mr. Ashok Aggarwal, Ms. Saachi Bahl, and Ms. Yasna Sehgal shared invaluable insights on building impactful startups and meaningful careers. Their discussions on overcoming challenges in social entrepreneurship and crafting sustainable business models were particularly enlightening. Their time, expertise, and inspiration have left a lasting impact on all of us.

Ms Saachi Bahl

Founder & CEO | Saahra

Ms. Yasna Sehgal

Advocate and Influencer

Mr. Ashok Aggarwal

Moderator & Student Influencer