March 17, 2025: Apexon Ignite’s Ahaan Vocational Centre – BFSI has been honored with the Jury Choice Award for Employment Enhancing Vocational Skills at the 7th ICC Social Impact Awards. This recognition, awarded during the Indian Chamber of Commerce’s centennial celebrations, underscores our commitment to driving meaningful social impact through market-responsive skilling programs.
The award selection evaluated 50+ impactful projects from 35+ organizations across 10 thematic areas. Apexon Ignite’s Ahaan BFSI stood out for its innovative approach, which includes:
- Experiential learning through visits to industry leaders like GIFT City, BSE Institute, and top banks
- Apexon associate-led initiatives such as Budget Discussions and Book Clubs
- Expert sessions by industry professionals
- Leadership engagement with Apexon’s executive team
Since its launch in October 2023, the Ahaan BFSI program has empowered 360 youth, equipping them with the skills needed for careers in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. With a 77% placement rate, graduates have secured roles at HDFC Bank, SBI Card, Bank of Baroda, and other leading institutions.
“This award is a powerful validation of our mission to equip youth with the right skills and real-world exposure to transform lives—one career at a time,” said Vinu Venkatesh, Group CFO & Chief Administrative Officer, Apexon. “We are grateful to the incredible dedication of our Ignite team, volunteers, teachers, and students, our partners at BharatCares and the unwavering support of Apexon’s leadership.”